The Awe of God by John Bevere
Week 6: The Fear of the Lord and Wisdom
Read Chapters 13–15 of The Awe of God. Key passages: Proverbs 9:10; James 3:13–17; Job 28:28.
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Scripture repeatedly anchors wisdom not in intelligence or experience but in a right relationship with God — and these chapters explore what it means to build a life on the wisdom that only holy fear can unlock.
Discussion Questions
7 questions1.Bevere distinguishes between the world's wisdom and God's wisdom. How does James 3:13–17 describe the difference between earthly, unspiritual wisdom and the wisdom that comes from above? Which characteristics of 'wisdom from above' do you most need right now?
2.Proverbs 9:10 declares that 'the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.' Bevere unpacks the word 'beginning' (Hebrew: *reshit*) to mean not merely the starting point but the chief part — the very essence — of wisdom. How does this reframe what wisdom is and where it comes from?
3.Bevere argues that many Christians make decisions primarily through logic, feelings, or advice from peers, rather than through the wisdom God grants to those who fear Him. Which of these alternatives do you tend to rely on most, and what would it look like to lead with holy fear instead?
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