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A Reverent, Not Servile, Fear
The command to "fear the Lord" is not about being terrified of punishment. Commentator John Gill clarifies this is a "filial fear"—the reverential affection and awe-filled respect a child has for a loving father. This type of fear, rooted in love and respect, is meant to be the foundation of all worship and service to God.
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1 Samuel
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John Gill
On 1 Samuel 12:24
17th Century
Pastor
Only fear the Lord, and serve him in truth with all your
heart
Fear him not with a se…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Samuel 12:16–25
17th Century
Minister
At Samuel's word, God sent thunder and rain at a time of year when, in that country, such an occurrence was not usually seen. This was to convince …