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Ligonier Ministries (R.C. Sproul) February 18, 2026 1m

What Does It Mean to Fear the Lord?

Summary

In this sermon, the speaker explores the biblical concept of "the fear of the Lord" through the lens of Isaiah 11, revealing that true reverence is not about terror but a profound, awe-filled adoration of God. Drawing from Isaiah and Psalm 2, the sermon emphasizes that Christ's example shows the fear of the Lord as a deep, trembling wonder that draws believers closer to God rather than driving them away. The key message is that fearing God means experiencing a transformative, loving reverence that recognizes His greatness and mercy, inviting believers to approach Him with both joy and humble trembling.

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