The Joy of Fearing God: Study Guide - Softcover

Bridges, Jerry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1578560594 ISBN 13: 9781578560592

Publisher: Waterbrook Pr, 1998

Synopsis

What Kind of Relationship Can You Have with Someone You Fear? We all want a deeper, more intimate relationship with God–one that’s characterized by joy. But how does fearing God lead to joy? After all, aren’t we supposed to love Him and live in intimate relationship with Him? Jerry Bridges explores this paradox as he unpacks the biblical promise that God delights in those who fear Him.

Discover How the Biblical Fear of God Unlocks Wisdom — And Releases True Joy.
With this study guide, you can explore for yourself the surprising truths the Bible reveals about why and how we should fear God. As you study, your eyes will be opened to the awesome greatness of God, His incredible holiness, deep wisdom, and especially His inspiring love. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of who God is that will draw you into a truly biblical, and surprisingly delightful, fear of God–a fear that includes your own genuine, heart-felt delight in God.

You’ll make the startling discovery that the fear of the Lord, far from being something to avoid, is the key to joyful, fulfilling, and genuine intimacy with God. It is something that can change your relationship with God and change your life. Discover for yourself the surprising Joy of Fearing God!

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About the Author

Jerry Bridges, former vice president for corporate affairs of the Navigators, is currently a sought-after conference speaker in a national Bible-teaching ministry. He is the author of six books, including I Exalt You, O God and The Pursuit of Holiness which has sold over one million copies. Jerry and his wife, Jane, live in Colorado.

From the Inside Flap

ind of Relationship Can You Have with Someone You Fear? We all want a deeper, more intimate relationship with God one that s characterized by joy. But how does fearing God lead to joy? After all, aren t we supposed to love Him and live in intimate relationship with Him? Jerry Bridges explores this paradox as he unpacks the biblical promise that God delights in those who fear Him.

Discover How the Biblical Fear of God Unlocks Wisdom And Releases True Joy.
With this study guide, you can explore for yourself the surprising truths the Bible reveals about why and how we should fear God. As you study, your eyes will be opened to the awesome greatness of God, His incredible holiness, deep wisdom, and especially His inspiring love. You ll gain a deeper understanding of who God is that will draw you into a truly biblical, and surprisingly delightful, fear of God a fear that includes your own genuine, heart-felt delight in God.<

Edition details

• Publisher: Waterbrook Pr
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1578560594
• ISBN 13: 9781578560592
• Binding: Paperback