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28. Fear Of The Lord Means Resting In God’s Sovereignty

Psalm 115:3 — “Our God is in the heavens; He does whatever He pleases.”

Daniel 4:35 — “No one can ward off His hand.”

Romans 8:28 — “God causes all things to work together for good.”

The fear of the Lord trusts God’s control even when life becomes confusing. Reverence understands that God rules wisely, perfectly, and eternally. Fear rests because it knows Christ reigns above every circumstance.

Believers may not understand everything God allows, but reverence trusts His character.

• Reverence steadies the heart during uncertainty.
• God’s rule is never out of control.
• Fear of the Lord strengthens peace.

What this means:
• God remains sovereign in hardship.
• Christ rules over every circumstance.
• Trust grows through surrender.
• Reverence calms anxiety.

Daily walk:
• Trust God during unanswered questions.
• Surrender fears to Christ daily.
• Remember God’s faithfulness often.

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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!