(September 5, 2014 at 1:06 pm)Elskidor Wrote: Not even a lick of logic in the phrase when it's twisted in such a way that it is suppose to be seen as a good thing.
To fear in context is to respect.
We are told to fear God first meaning we are to respect honor and observe. In this is the beginning of wisdom.
So why does God demand respect? For the same reason we respect/fear forces like gravity, fire, electricity. All of these forces like God cut both ways. If and when you approach these elements with respect you can benefit greatly. If how ever you choose to not respect these elements you will be 'burned' by them.
