"Fearing Sin: A Testament of Love for God" (02/08/'24)

"Fearing Sin: A Testament of Love for God" Fearing sin is akin to fearing God because this fear stems from a profound love for God. This raises a question: How can one claim to love God if they do not fear sin? The truth is, those who truly love God will naturally fear sin, and conversely, those who fear sin demonstrate their love for God. When we sin, it is as if love vanishes from our hearts, for God is the embodiment of love. However, through repentance, believers in Christ are graced with the transformative power of the cross, which miraculously restores the love that was lost in their hearts. Fearing sin is akin to fearing God because this fear stems from a profound love for God. This raises a question: How can one claim to love God if they do not fear sin? The truth is, those who truly love God will naturally fear sin, and conversely, those who fear sin demonstrate their love for God. When we sin, it is as if love vanishes from our hearts, for God is the embodiment of love. However, through repentance, believers in Christ are graced with the transformative power of the cross, which miraculously restores the love that was lost in their hearts. -Pastor Steven G. Lee (February 8, 2024)