"This fear of the Lord is indeed the beginning of wisdom. This consciousness of sin is the straight pathway to heaven"
- Joseph Barber Lightfoot
About this Quote
This quote by Joseph Barber Lightfoot speaks to the value of having a healthy fear of the Lord and understanding sin. It suggests that having a respect for God and knowing our own shortcomings is the initial step to getting wisdom and discovering our way to heaven. This quote encourages us to be conscious of our actions and to aim to live a life that is pleasing to God. It reminds us that our relationship with God is the structure of our spiritual journey and that it is necessary to our growth and advancement. By having a healthy worry of the Lord and understanding our sins, we can start to acquire wisdom and discover our method to paradise.
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