Trembling at God’s Word
VanderWal explores what it means to "tremble at God's Word" by connecting reverence for Scripture with the fear of the Lord, emphasizing that both arise from faith and are rooted in God's majesty, mercy, and grace. The article addresses the practical tension between viewing the Bible as a physical, accessible book while maintaining profound spiritual respect for it as God's authoritative Word. This devotional-theological reflection calls readers to cultivate deep affection and awe for Scripture in their daily Christian walk.
"For all those things hath mine hand made, and all those things have been, saith the Lord: but to this man will I look, even to him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word." Isaiah 66:2 "Hear the word of the Lord, ye that tremble at his word: Your brethren that hated you, that cast you out for my name's sake, said, Let the Lord be glorified: but he shall appear to your joy, and they shall be ashamed." Isaiah 66:5 What is this fear and trembling at the Word of the Lord?...
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