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Proverbs 29 Fear Of Man

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Timmy Tng
Timmy Tng

The document discusses fearing man versus fearing God. It states that fearing man can lead one into sinful compromises, but trusting in God and His word will keep one safe. It provides examples from the Bible of people who compromised or stood firm in their faith due to their level of fear of man versus God. It encourages the reader to search their heart to ensure they are not ashamed of their faith in God and unafraid to openly demonstrate it.

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Proverbs 29:25 The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.
Fear of Man Do you worry what others think of you? It is a dangerous trap! You can bind yourself in sin by respecting other s too much. opinions of others - tempted to compromise the truth.
Fear of Man But if you trust the LORD and His word, regardless of what others think, you will be safe (Prov 18:10 ; Ps 119:128 ).
Fear of Man Pleasing Men Agreement Favor Friendship displeasure rejection Fearing men Fearing God
In their good book . . . To keep their approval and stay in their good graces. Concerned about popular opinion. Our life should be measure by. . . Measuring your life by Scripture
Where Is the Source of Fear? Peer pressure Similar stations in life Same age group Same Social behavior your beliefs and actions altered Transformed Rom 12:1-2
Bible Examples Aaron feared the people ( Ex 32:22-24 ). Saul lost the kingdom for fearing ( I Sam 15:24 ). Herod feared the people, ( Matt 6:6-11 ). Pilate feared the people ( John 19:11-16 ). Peter feared ( Matt 26:69-75 ) and compromised the gospel ( Gal 2:11-13 ).
Fearless Bible Characters David was not discouraged by his oldest brother's accusation ( I Sam 17:28 ). Daniel did not fear the lions' den ( Dan 6:10 ). His three friends in the fiery furnace ( Dan 3:16-18 ). Peter and the apostles boldly defied the Jews after Pentecost ( Acts 5:29 ). Joseph of Arimathaea asked for the body of Jesus ( Mark 15:43 ).
Standing firm in your faith Recognize and embrace persecution! Following Christ, and it is the means of His great approval .( II Tim 3:12 ; I Pet 4:12-16 ). If they hated Jesus Christ, they will surely hate you ( John 15:18-25 ). No weapon formed against you will succeed ( Is 54:17 ). Believe it!
Search your heart . . . Are you ashamed to be known as a Christian? Can you boldly carry a Bible in school? To work? Do you eagerly give thanks for food before others? Can you easily turn down invitations to join them in worldly amusements? Are you confident to explain that Sunday is the Lord's Day? Do you confidently wear modest clothing?
Conclusion Trust the LORD by esteeming every word of God ( Ps 119:128 ) and knowing no man can harm you (Prov 16:7 ; I Pet 3:13 ). You will give an account of your life to God one day, not man ( Eccl 12:13-14 ; II Cor 5:10-11 ). Fear Him, Who can do real harm ( Luke 12:4-5 )!

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Proverbs 29 Fear Of Man

  • 2. Proverbs 29:25 The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.
  • 3. Fear of Man Do you worry what others think of you? It is a dangerous trap! You can bind yourself in sin by respecting other s too much. opinions of others - tempted to compromise the truth.
  • 4. Fear of Man But if you trust the LORD and His word, regardless of what others think, you will be safe (Prov 18:10 ; Ps 119:128 ).
  • 5. Fear of Man Pleasing Men Agreement Favor Friendship displeasure rejection Fearing men Fearing God
  • 6. In their good book . . . To keep their approval and stay in their good graces. Concerned about popular opinion. Our life should be measure by. . . Measuring your life by Scripture
  • 7. Where Is the Source of Fear? Peer pressure Similar stations in life Same age group Same Social behavior your beliefs and actions altered Transformed Rom 12:1-2
  • 8. Bible Examples Aaron feared the people ( Ex 32:22-24 ). Saul lost the kingdom for fearing ( I Sam 15:24 ). Herod feared the people, ( Matt 6:6-11 ). Pilate feared the people ( John 19:11-16 ). Peter feared ( Matt 26:69-75 ) and compromised the gospel ( Gal 2:11-13 ).
  • 9. Fearless Bible Characters David was not discouraged by his oldest brother's accusation ( I Sam 17:28 ). Daniel did not fear the lions' den ( Dan 6:10 ). His three friends in the fiery furnace ( Dan 3:16-18 ). Peter and the apostles boldly defied the Jews after Pentecost ( Acts 5:29 ). Joseph of Arimathaea asked for the body of Jesus ( Mark 15:43 ).
  • 10. Standing firm in your faith Recognize and embrace persecution! Following Christ, and it is the means of His great approval .( II Tim 3:12 ; I Pet 4:12-16 ). If they hated Jesus Christ, they will surely hate you ( John 15:18-25 ). No weapon formed against you will succeed ( Is 54:17 ). Believe it!
  • 11. Search your heart . . . Are you ashamed to be known as a Christian? Can you boldly carry a Bible in school? To work? Do you eagerly give thanks for food before others? Can you easily turn down invitations to join them in worldly amusements? Are you confident to explain that Sunday is the Lord's Day? Do you confidently wear modest clothing?
  • 12. Conclusion Trust the LORD by esteeming every word of God ( Ps 119:128 ) and knowing no man can harm you (Prov 16:7 ; I Pet 3:13 ). You will give an account of your life to God one day, not man ( Eccl 12:13-14 ; II Cor 5:10-11 ). Fear Him, Who can do real harm ( Luke 12:4-5 )!
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