What fear?
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Proverbs 1:7 KJV
Do you?
Most don't!
“There is no fear of God before their eyes.” Romans 3:18 KJV
Fear of God does not follow signs and wonders; it's the opposite.
But guard your heart!
Jesus speaking of end times: “For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.” Matthew 24:24 KJV
We are not to seek "signs and wonders". Ministries should not promise them either. They should not be the attraction for crowds. If you are drawn to "signs and wonders"; if you are seeking them; then your heart is wrong.
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” Matthew 6:33 KJV
If you are in right relationship with The Lord, then you are seeking Him with your whole heart!
“And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.” Acts 2:46-47 KJV
They were in one accord! They sought Him daily! In simplicity they were satisfied in Him. He was their primary purpose. They received The Word gladly and continued steadfastly!
How did they get there?
Through brokenness!
“Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ. Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.” Acts 2:36-38 KJV
Those words are still ringing today! Repent of your sins! The people came face to face with their sin, and "were pricked in their heart!” Their hearts were pierced; were broken!
Until you recognize your sin (not just admit it but know in your heart of hearts that there is absolutely NOTHING that you have to offer God BUT your brokenness) you have not yet repented!
When you come to THAT realization; then you are so "undone" that you "fear God!" You are keenly aware of your smallness and His immense-ness! You come off the "Throne" and He takes His rightful place as your LORD!
As long as you are calling the shots - He is not your Lord!
“And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?”
Luke 6:46 KJV
Examine your heart!
“Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.” Matthew 7:21 KJV
Repent while there is still time!
Even so - MARANATHA
From 9/27/14
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