The Vineyard Church
Steve Huffman
February 3 & 4, 2018
Acts 9:31 NIV
Definition:
Fear - a distressing emotion aroused by impending danger, evil, pain, etc., whether the threat is real or imagined; the feeling or condition of being afraid.
Leviticus 25:17 NIV
Leviticus 25:43 NIV
Leviticus 26:14-16 NIV
1 John 4:18 NIV
Acts 10:1-8 NIV
Acts 10:24-26 NIV
Main Point #1:
A deeper understanding of the fear of the Lord…
Begins and is sustained by a regular connection with God.
Proverbs 2:1-5 NIV
Sub Point:
Respect and awe come from relational depth.
Definition:
Awe - a feeling of reverential respect mixed with fear or wonder.
Luke 12:4-5 NIV
Question:
How is my regular connection with God?
Main Point #2:
Having a deeper understanding of the fear of the Lord…
Guides our actions with others
Sub Point:
An awe inspired relationship with God invites others in.
"Come to church with me!"
1. Things are not going well…
2. I was not prepared for…
3. I’m not from around here…
Sub Point:
Fear of the Lord should always overrule fear of man.
Luke 12:4-5 NIV
Question:
Is the fear of the Lord > fear of the man in my life?