Fear of the Lord Is Key to a Strong Foundation

Isaiah 33:6

First published on: October 28, 2020

Last updated on: October 2, 2026

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He will be the sure foundation for your times,
a rich store of salvation and wisdom and knowledge;
the fear of the LORD is the key to this treasure.
Isaiah 33:6 NIV

This is a part of a message that God gave through the prophet Isaiah to Judah, encouraging them to turn to the Lord. But I believe it has application to people today.

God is a sure foundation for our times. We can build our lives on Him, knowing the storms of life will not be able to wash us away (Matt. 7:24-25). Regardless of the times in which we live, God is sufficient. Don’t be guilty of thinking that we live in a day and age that has outgrown its need for God. He is just as relevant today as He was in biblical times.

God is a rich store of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. We might look to a strong military or economy for salvation, to protect us from those who would seek to harm us. We might depend on an educational system and scientific discovery to increase our wisdom and knowledge. And there is some truth to those thoughts. But in the end, the only salvation that matters is what comes from the Lord. And the only wisdom and knowledge that are unchanging are based on God.

And the key to this strong foundation, to salvation, wisdom, and knowledge, is the fear of the Lord. Fall before Him in repentance and seek His face. Trust in Him to deliver you. And walk in humility before Him.

The Narrow Gate that Leads to Life – Matthew 7:13-14

Which gate will you enter? The one to life? Or the one to destruction? Choose the road less traveled, and walk down it with Jesus.

The Cost of Following Jesus – Matthew 8:19-20

We do people a disservice when we call them to salvation without challenging them to count the cost of following Jesus. Following him costs us everything.

Come, All Who Are Thirsty – Isaiah 55:1-2

This invitation is made to all who hunger and thirst for something more than this world can offer. Come to the Lord’s table and be filled.

What Counts is the New Creation – Galatians 6:15

As believers we have many differences. Differences that we all too often allow to divide us. But what matters is that we are a new creation.

(This post was originally published on

October 28, 2020

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Ed Jarrett

Just an old clay jar that God continues to see fit to use in his kingdom's work. I am retired, married with 2 children, and 4 grandchildren. I have followed Jesus for many years. And I love to share what He has given me from His word.

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