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24. Fear Of The Lord Means Remaining Teachable

Psalm 25:9 — “He leads the humble in justice.”

Proverbs 15:31 — “He whose ear listens to the life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise.”

2 Timothy 3:16 — “All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching.”

The fear of the Lord keeps believers teachable. Pride resists correction, but reverence listens carefully because it desires growth. A teachable spirit is evidence of humility before God.

Jesus continually instructed His disciples because spiritual maturity requires continual learning and surrender.

• Reverence welcomes correction.
• Humility creates spiritual growth.
• Fear of God keeps the heart soft.

What this means:
• Nobody outgrows the need for instruction.
• Pride blocks spiritual maturity.
• Wise believers continue learning.
• Reverence strengthens understanding.

Daily walk:
• Listen carefully to biblical instruction.
• Receive correction without defensiveness.
• Ask God for a humble spirit.

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Clay Corvin

Clay Corvin is currently a Bible Teacher and occasional preacher at Bethel Community Baptist Church in New Orleans. He is the retired VP Business and Professor of Admin at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary after completing 38 years as their Business Administrator. He was the pastor at the Brantley Baptist Center for twenty-five years. He is married to Carol Corvin and the father of three children and has three grandchildren. He ministers today as Co-pastor of the Bethel Community Baptist Church and seeks to share the Gospel with everyone. Jesus is Lord!