The Fear of God: The Missing Foundation in a Violent World
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The Fear of God: The Missing Foundation in a Violent World
Where Has Reverence for the Creator Gone?
"Thou shalt not kill." - Exodus 20:13
In our modern world, we wake up to headlines of senseless violence, mass shootings, and the cold-blooded murder of innocent people. Children gunned down in schools, worshippers slaughtered in their places of worship, families destroyed by random acts of violence. The question that haunts every thinking person is: How did we get here?
The answer lies in a truth that our society has deliberately rejected: the fear of God. When people no longer fear God, they lose the sacred boundary that restrains them from the most heinous acts. The sixth commandment, "Thou shalt not kill," isn't just an ancient rule—it's a divine barrier that protects human life because every person is created in God's image and likeness.
The Sacred Value of Human Life
Genesis 1:27 declares: "So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them." This single verse contains the foundation for all human rights, dignity, and the sanctity of life.
Every Human Bears God's Image
- The elderly person in the nursing home bears God's image
- The unborn child in the womb bears God's image
- The person of different race bears God's image
- The person you disagree with bears God's image
- Even your enemy bears God's image
When you kill another human being, you're not just ending a life—you're defacing the image of God. You're attacking the very representation of the Creator Himself. This is why murder is not just a crime against humanity, but a direct assault on God.
The Fear of God: A Divine Restraint
The fear of God isn't about cowering in terror—it's about reverent awe that recognizes God's absolute authority, holiness, and justice. This fear serves as a divine restraint that keeps people from crossing moral boundaries that should never be crossed.
Biblical Truth About God's Justice
Genesis 9:6
"Whoever sheds human blood, by humans shall their blood be shed; for in the image of God has God made mankind."
Romans 12:19
"Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God's wrath, for it is written: 'It is mine to avenge; I will repay,' says the Lord."
The person who truly fears God understands this: Every act of violence, every murder, every taking of innocent life is recorded in heaven. God sees it all, and He will judge it all. No killer escapes God's notice, and no murder goes unpunished in God's eternal court.
The Absence of Fear: Society's Moral Collapse
When a society removes God from its consciousness, it inevitably removes the fear of God. And when the fear of God is gone, moral restraints collapse. We see this pattern throughout history and we're witnessing it in our generation.
What Happens When Fear of God Is Lost:
- Human life becomes cheapened - People become disposable
- Moral relativism takes hold - "What's right for you isn't right for me"
- Violence becomes normalized - Entertainment glorifies killing
- Conscience becomes seared - People feel no remorse for evil
- Justice becomes confused - Right and wrong become blurred
"The fool says in his heart, 'There is no God.' They are corrupt, their deeds are vile; there is no one who does good." - Psalm 14:1
This isn't a coincidence—it's a direct consequence. When people reject God's existence or authority, they automatically reject the moral framework that protects innocent life. Without the fear of divine judgment, human conscience becomes the only restraint, and as we see daily, that's not enough.
The Divine Question: Who Can Withstand God's Judgment?
Those who commit murder may escape human justice, but they cannot escape divine justice. The Bible asks a sobering question that every person contemplating violence should consider: Who can withstand the judgment of God?
God's Perfect Justice
"Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows." - Galatians 6:7
"Be sure your sin will find you out." - Numbers 32:23
"For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each of us may receive what is due us for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad." - 2 Corinthians 5:10
The Reality Every Would-Be Killer Must Face:
- God sees everything - No murder is hidden from His eyes
- God records everything - Every evil deed is written in His books
- God judges everything - Perfect justice will be served
- God's judgment is final - There is no appeal from His court
- God's punishment is eternal - Hell awaits the unrepentant murderer
This is why the fear of God matters so much. It's the recognition that every action has consequences, not just in this life, but in eternity. The person who truly fears God will think twice, three times, a hundred times before raising their hand against their fellow human being.
The Solution: Restoring the Fear of God
The answer to our violent culture isn't more laws, more security, or more programs—it's the restoration of the fear of God in the hearts of people. When people truly understand who God is and what He requires, violence loses its appeal.
How Fear of God Prevents Violence:
✨ Divine Accountability
Knowing God sees and will judge every action
🛡️ Moral Restraint
Understanding the sacred value of human life
⚖️ Eternal Perspective
Recognizing that this life isn't the end
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Seeing others as God's beloved creation
A Personal Application
This message isn't just for potential killers—it's for all of us. The same heart that's capable of murder is the same heart that harbors hatred, bitterness, and unforgiveness. Jesus said that anger toward a brother is the root of murder.
Examine Your Heart
- Do you harbor hatred toward anyone?
- Have you wished harm on another person?
- Do you devalue certain groups of people?
- Have you spoken words that could destroy someone?
- Do you truly fear God's judgment in your life?
"But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment." - Matthew 5:22
🙏 The Good News: Forgiveness is Available
Even for those who have committed murder, there is hope in Jesus Christ. The same God who commands "Thou shalt not kill" is also the God who offers forgiveness to all who truly repent.
"Come now, let us settle the matter," says the Lord. "Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool." - Isaiah 1:18
But remember: God's forgiveness doesn't eliminate earthly consequences. Justice and mercy meet at the cross, but in this life, those who take life must still face human justice while seeking divine mercy.
The Choice Is Before Us
We can continue down the path of godlessness and watch violence increase, or we can return to the fear of God and see moral transformation. The choice is not just for individuals—it's for our entire society.
"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." - Proverbs 9:10
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"It is a dreadful thing to fall into the hands of the living God." - Hebrews 10:31