A Bear Story & Why Fear is a Liar

Fear is a liar

The difference between fear of the flesh and fear of the Lord

• Holy Fear 
  • • Holy fear is good fear of the Lord.
    • It is commanded in scripture.
    • Fear of God is to love people.
    • Good fear brings us to the Father.
    • Produces peace and reliance on God.
• Fear of the Flesh
  • • Fear of earthly circumstances
    • Examples in scripture of unbelievers or the wayward
    • Not fearful of God and not showing Love towards his people
    • Unhealthy fear takes the focus off of the Father & produces self seeking
    • Self-reliant 
    • Removes God.

Fear and Intimidation is a trap that holds you back. But when you place your confidence in the Lord, you will be seated in the high place. Proverbs 29:25

Example of Pharaoh of Egypt and His lack of fear of the Lord.

Example of Moses having fear of the Lord and ignoring earthly fears.

Scripture:

• Ephesians 6:12
• Proverbs 1:7
• 1 Corinthians 3:16-17
• 2 Timothy 1:7
• Psalms 23:6
• Proverbs 1:33

Family Activity!!!!

What does your gate look like? Draw a ‘gate’ with you kids!

Who is the gatekeeper and why is he necessary?

Gatekeepers made sure that nothing unholy entered into God’s house and nothing was allowed to leave unless it had approval.

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