I actually discussed this with a Roman Catholic priest. I am an Eastern rite Greek Catholic. This priest said I committed blasphemy when I mentioned fear of the Lord. I told him I disagree. Roman Catholics think of Jesus only as the Good Shepherd. We in the eastern rite agree but also see The Father as Almighty, All Powerful, the Holy Spirit as inspiration. Fear of the Lord is 1 of the 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit....so how is that blasphemy?
Fear of the Lord is awe, reverence, and respect for God. It downplays human self-sufficiency and acknowledges that everything comes from God. Consequently, those who “Fear the Lord” gladly offer their praise, worship, and adoration to God alone
I actually discussed this with a Roman Catholic priest. I am an Eastern rite Greek Catholic. This priest said I committed blasphemy when I mentioned fear of the Lord. I told him I disagree. Roman Catholics think of Jesus only as the Good Shepherd. We in the eastern rite agree but also see The Father as Almighty, All Powerful, the Holy Spirit as inspiration. Fear of the Lord is 1 of the 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit....so how is that blasphemy?
Fear of the Lord is awe, reverence, and respect for God. It downplays human self-sufficiency and acknowledges that everything comes from God. Consequently, those who “Fear the Lord” gladly offer their praise, worship, and adoration to God alone