Aug 29, 2025
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Drowning in Sin, Pride, and the Fear of the Lord.
In a world that often celebrates self-sufficiency and pride, the weight of sin can feel like drowning—a silent struggle against currents of arrogance, selfishness, and rebellion. Yet, it is precisely in this struggle that the fear of the Lord emerges not as a burden, but as a lifeline. This holy reverence—a awe-filled recognition of God’s holiness and our need for Him—is the beginning of wisdom and the end of pride. Scripture makes it clear: Proverbs 16:18 warns, “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.†Pride cuts us off from grace, but humility opens the door to redemption. Similarly, Psalm 34:18 assures us, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.†God does not turn away from those drowning in sin; He reaches down to lift them up—but we must first acknowledge our need. The fear of the Lord is not about cowering in terror but about resting in His sovereignty and holiness. It shifts our focus from self to Savior, f
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