Fear of the Lord
Topic study: Fear of the Lord
The Fear of Jehovah is the beginning of wisdom — the cornerstone and foundation upon which we edify and build.
Pattern
First Adam — Living Soul — Murder and Death
- Temptation: Lie spoken, lie believed
- Transgression: Lie acted upon, knowledge of evil
- Fear: Shame, makeshift clothing, hearing voice of God
- Suffering: Confession, redirection of guilt, curse, exile, burden, enslavement
Last Adam — Life-Giving Spirit — Resurrection and Life
Sacrifice, new clothing, atonement, forgiveness, redemption, healing, rebirth.
Key Scriptures
- Genesis 15:1, 20:11
- Exodus 20:20
- Leviticus 19:14, 32; 25:17, 36, 43
- Deuteronomy 10:12, 14:23