Proverbs 14:26 In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge. I. THAT GODLINESS IS SAFETY. "The fear of the Lord is strong confidence." The godly are safe. God is their Refuge and Strength. They will not fear though the earth be removed. We make three remarks about this refuge. 1. It is a provision against immense dangers. 2. It admits of the greatest freedom of action. A prison is a refuge as well as a fortress. But all in this refuge have ample scope for action. The sphere is as infinite as God. 3. It is accessible at all times and for all persons. Its gates are open day and night. II. THAT GODLINESS IS LIFE. The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life. Godliness is a fountain of happiness — salubrious, abundant, perennial. (D. Thomas, D.D.) Parallel Verses KJV: In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.WEB: In the fear of Yahweh is a secure fortress, and he will be a refuge for his children. |
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