"Then the churches throughout all Judea, Galilee, and Samaria had peace and were edified. And walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, they were multiplied."
Acts 9:31
Since Saul was now a believer and no longer hassling the Church, there was a period of peace and growth without fear of persecution. But on a personal level in the Christian walk itself, there is a tension between fear and comfort. On the one hand, the fear of the Lord brings obedience. Without that fear of displeasing God, there is a lack of holiness, which leads to a troubled conscience, fear, turmoil and insecurity. On other hand there is the comfort of the Holy Spirit, which gives rest and peace to the troubled soul, and assurance that the believer is forgiven and right with God. Both sides of the equation are important for a person to live godly and also at peace with himself and with God.
Today's Thought: The balanced Christian has both a real fear of displeasing God, and comfort in knowing that sins are forgiven.
Have a balanced day. Love you.
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