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Pride shouts, wisdom whispers—and the whisper changes everything. We slow down to meditate on Scripture and discover how humility and the fear of the Lord reshape our motives, decisions, and desires. Far from cowering before a distant God, reverent awe pulls us close to a Father who gives grace upon grace and leads us from the noise of the world into a steady, joyful life.
We trace Proverbs’ promise—by humility and the fear of the Lord come riches, honor, and life—and see its New Testament echo in Jesus’ words about abundant life. Along the way, we explore why pride breeds shame, how wisdom starts with reverence, and what it means to be “clothed with humility” in daily choices. We talk candidly about learning to hate what God hates—pride, arrogance, crooked speech—and learning to love what He loves—righteousness, justice, and integrity that holds when no one is watching. The Holy Spirit’s role stands front and center: opening blind eyes, lifting the bowed down, and forming in us a posture of trust and obedience.
Grounded in John 3:16 and John 10:10, this conversation reminds us that God’s love is not earned, His choosing is not based on our impressiveness, and His invitation is for every nation and person. Dependence replaces independence; gratitude overtakes entitlement; and Scripture becomes not an obligation but nourishment. We end in prayer, resting in the One who keeps us from falling and presents us with joy. If you’re hungry for a quieter heart and a wiser path, press play, reflect with us, and share what humility looks like in your week. Subscribe, leave a review, and pass this episode to someone who needs courage to choose reverent awe today.

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Chapters

1. Humble and Unafraid (00:00:00)

2. Meditation And Hearing God’s Word (00:01:24)

3. Humility And The Fear Of The Lord (00:02:19)

4. Riches, Honor, Life: Old To New (00:04:12)

5. Wisdom Flows From Humble Hearts (00:09:40)

6. Reverent Awe Versus Worldly Love (00:13:23)

7. What God Hates And What He Loves (00:17:22)

8. Chosen Love, Grace, And Assurance (00:21:41)

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