The Fear of the Lord

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Day 19: The Fear of the Lord

Theme Scripture

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.”
— Proverbs 9:10 (KJV)

Exposition

Every true revival is marked by a fresh reverence for God. When the Holy Spirit moves, hearts tremble—not in terror, but in holy awe. The fear of the Lord brings purity, obedience, and humility. It turns the heart away from sin and back to the path of righteousness.

Many today want the fire of revival without the fear of the Lord. But God will not pour His Spirit on a people who trivialize His holiness. The early Church walked in this divine fear, and the result was power, purity, and explosive growth (Acts 5:11–14).

The fear of the Lord is not a natural fear that drives us away from God, but a spiritual reverence that draws us nearer with humility and obedience. It is the atmosphere where revival thrives. When we lose the fear of the Lord, sin becomes casual, worship becomes entertainment, and truth becomes optional. But when the fear of the Lord returns, holiness becomes our delight and obedience our joy.

Revival restores the majesty of God in the hearts of His people. When the Church trembles before His holiness, the world will tremble before His power.

Further Scripture Reading

  • Isaiah 11:2 – The Spirit of the fear of the Lord rests upon Him.
  • Psalm 111:10 – The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.
  • Acts 5:1–11 – The Church feared greatly after God’s judgment on Ananias and Sapphira.
  • Hebrews 12:28–29 – Serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear.
  • Ecclesiastes 12:13 – Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is the whole duty of man.
  • Malachi 3:16–18 – A book of remembrance was written for those who feared the Lord.

Personal Reflection

  • Do I approach God with holy reverence or casual familiarity?
  • What areas of my life show that I truly fear the Lord?
  • Have I lost the sensitivity to sin that once kept me pure?
  • How can I cultivate a deeper sense of awe before God’s presence?

10 Revival Prayers

  1. Lord, restore the fear of Your name in my heart.
  2. Cleanse me from every casual attitude toward Your holiness.
  3. Let Your awe and majesty fill my heart and home.
  4. Holy Spirit, teach me to walk in reverence and obedience.
  5. Deliver the Church from pride and self-centered worship.
  6. Let the revelation of Your holiness transform our generation.
  7. Revive in us a deep hatred for sin and a hunger for righteousness.
  8. Let Your presence be so real that every heart bows in worship.
  9. Father, make us vessels of holy fear that attract Your glory.
  10. Lord, may Your fear lead to revival that purifies and empowers.

Prophetic Declarations

  • I walk in the fear of the Lord and the comfort of the Holy Spirit.
  • The fire of holiness burns away every impurity in my life.
  • I am a carrier of divine reverence in a careless world.
  • My worship is filled with awe, not routine.
  • The fear of the Lord produces wisdom and favor in my life.
  • My home, ministry, and nation revere the name of the Lord.
  • The glory of God rests upon all who honor Him in spirit and truth.
  • I will not compromise my reverence for convenience.
  • The Spirit of holiness empowers me to live blamelessly.
  • The fear of the Lord releases wisdom, purity, and revival around me.

Actions to Take

  1. Spend quiet time daily in awe-filled worship, focusing on God’s holiness.
  2. Confess and turn away from anything that dishonors God’s presence.
  3. Teach your family and community to reverence God’s Word and name.
  4. Avoid casual or joking use of sacred things — keep your worship pure.
  5. Meditate daily on Scriptures that reveal God’s majesty and justice.

Summary Thought

Revival is not just the return of fire, but the return of fear — the holy fear that restores order, purity, and the glory of God among His people. 🔥🙏


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