Who to trust?
?️ DISCUSSION ?
I have a business. I have a family. I really want to disconnect from politics yet trust someone to tell me what to do politically. Is that even possible? I just can't continue checking so many sources trying to figure out what is what.
So who do you trust?
Fear of God is the beginning of wisdom. Just sayin
Why fear? God is Love. Satan is fear. Fear is the mind killer.
Reference to “fear of the Lord” is from Proverbs 1:7. Meaning of fear in this context is closer to “reverence” than to be afraid. Hope that helps. Here’s the entire verse: “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, But fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 1:7 NKJV
Fear of God is proper. It IS the beginning of wisdom. But there are many further steps. St. Anthony of the desert’s famous quote: “I used to fear God but now I love him.” Theosis, the union of God and man, is the goal of human existence. Peak religious experience can be knowing the love of God directly. This is life changing. Relationships with people are not as fulfilling, but of course, we have them, as we are social beings. Trust is for God, not so much for people. Hermits can be very happy. Can you be alone and be joyful? Well, if you have dogs, that is. They are pure love, no?? People are what they are. Much pain over their not being what we want them to be. Ask and you shall receive. Do you want God to show himself to you? Are you sure? He will make you more like Him.
I don't think the relationship was ever different. It's been the same- well different for each of us.
I believe in an honest relationship. When I am mad at God I tell Him. When I disagree with something, He knows it. I don't care about blasphemy or any of the usual "fear" porn because if God is all powerful then He's not gonna be hurt by some dumb joke from people who don't understand. I am secure in my faith that I don't care if people make fun of me or God. In fact, I encourage it. Get your truths out there and maybe He'll find you there...
To quote the band Iona, "Here I kneel upon this ground. Love can heal when truth is found."
I have found when I am honest I get peace. I even sometimes get answers. But I do not agree with everything He has done or plans to do, but that's okay. I don't have to. And neither do you.
Fear is an irrational and primal reaction that usually comes about because of a lack of knowledge or wisdom; not as a sign of it.