Proverbs 14:26–27: In the fear of the Lord there is strong confidence, and His children will have a place of refuge. The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, to turn one away from the snares of death.
Insight
These two verses are linked together as both refer to the fear of the Lord. In 14:26 fearing Him provides security and protection against a life of ruin for believers and also for their children who are influenced by their godly parents to fear God. In verse 27 fearing the Lord is a fountain of life, that is, one’s fear of the Lord assures longevity for it protects from the snares of death. 1
Application
Will you considered bowing before the Lord…and to surrender in holy fear? Will you consider making any necessary changes today? To bow means to yield to His majesty and honor Him with your complete adoration. To surrender means to be willful taken captive by Another without any resistance. In holy fear means being completely aware of a purity that demands your abandonment from sinful practices or pursuits.
(And Moses said to the people, “Do not fear; for God has come to test you, and that His fear may be before you, so that you may not sin.” Exodus 20:20)
Motivation
He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of living water. John 7:38
Self-confidence is very limiting; godly-confidence knows no boundaries. – TWEET IT
Prayer
Father, help me to begin each day with a renewed surrender to You.
1. Walvoord, John F., & Zuck, R. B., Dallas Theological Seminary. (1985). The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures. Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
