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In verse eleven, Paul explains we know what it means to fear the Lord. To “fear the Lord” does not mean that believers become paralyzed. On the contrary, knowing God’s perfection and that he will judge everyone’s actions should spur Christians to good deeds, to what pleasures our heavenly Father.

The fear of the Lord also frees believers from all of life’s anxieties and worries. Knowing that God is for us can keep Christians unafraid of earthly powers – people, the government, and the dark force. God takes care of his own. The fear of God, ultimately, gives us uncommon courage in the face of life’s troubles.

2 Corinthians 5:11
11 Since, then, we know what it is to fear the Lord, we try to persuade others. What we are is plain to God, and I hope it is also plain to your conscience.