The Fear of the Lord
The Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge and wisdom, and trusting in God is essential for understanding and enlightenment.
D.L. Moody emphasizes that the fear of the Lord is foundational to true knowledge, asserting that without trust in God, one's understanding is incomplete and flawed. He warns that even those who achieve great knowledge in science are ultimately ignorant if they turn their hearts away from God. Moody highlights that claiming there is no God is foolishness, regardless of one's worldly wisdom or accolades.
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The Fear of the Lord
"The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge." He who does not trust in God, knows nothing yet as he ought to know. His knowledge is partial and distorted. Whatever acquisitions in science he may attain, if his heart depart from the Living God, he abides an ignorant man. He who in his heart says, "No God. " is a fool, however wise he may be in the estimation of the world, and his own.
W. Arnot
Sermon Outline
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The Importance of the Fear of the Lord
- The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge
- Without it, knowledge is partial and distorted
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The Consequences of Rejecting God
- A person who rejects God is a fool, regardless of their worldly wisdom
- Their knowledge is incomplete and misguided
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The Relationship Between Knowledge and God
- True knowledge comes from trusting in God
- Acquiring knowledge without trusting in God is futile
Key Quotes
“The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.” — D.L. Moody
“He who does not trust in God, knows nothing yet as he ought to know.” — D.L. Moody
Application Points
- Recognize the importance of trusting in God for true knowledge and wisdom.
- Understand that rejecting God leads to partial and distorted knowledge.
- Make a conscious decision to trust in God and seek knowledge from Him.