I am no expert, but it seems to me that a total lack of fear is a sign of mental illness. Therefore, it is not a question of if I will have fear, it is a question of who or what I will fear.
In Exodus 1:17 we are told that the Israelite midwives chose to fear God rather than Pharaoh. This is the correct choice, but choosing to fear God more than men may have unpleasant consequences in this life.
In Matthew 10:28, Jesus tells us, “Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in [Gehenna].” (NIV)
Obedience to God may require that I endure consequences at the hands of men but obedience to God is the right choice and pays off in the end. God give me the strength and wisdom to follow through on my choice to fear you only.
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