Dictionary of Bible Themes Reverence for God leads to proper respect for others and right relationships among the people of God. Ephesians 5:21Reverence for God affects believers' attitudes See also Reverence produces respect for others 1 Peter 2:17Leviticus 19:14; 25:17 Ephesians 6:5 Reverence affects social attitudes Leviticus 25:36,43Exodus 1:17 Attitudes to work are affected by reverence to God Exodus 18:21a conflict of duty 2 Chronicles 19:7appointments in administration 2 Chronicles 19:9justice Leviticus 19:14,32; 25:14-17,35-36Reverence for God affects believers' behaviour Psalms 15:4Proverbs 31:30 Colossians 3:22 Reverence for God should be respected Titus 2:2-3Reverence for God inspires a slave's respect for his master. 1 Peter 3:1-2Reverence affects lifestyle: 2 Chronicles 17:10Reverence for God may reduce hostility Deuteronomy 25:18Lack of reverence has an adverse effect on behaviour Nehemiah 5:7-9Psalms 36:1 Joshua 4:14 Reverence can be shown to fellow human beings as God's representatives Acts 10:25See also 5765 attitudes to people7140 people of God 8244 ethics, and grace 8472 respect for environment |



