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
“The fear of God is a Christian’s safety; nothing can in reality hurt him. Plunder him of his money, he carries about
him a treasure of which he cannot be despoiled. “The fear of the Lord is his treasure.” Cast him into bonds, yet he is free; kill his body, he shall rise again. He who hath on the breastplate of God’s fear, may be shot at, but cannot be shot through.”
Thomas Watson in Puritan Gems; or, Wise and Holy Saying of the Rev. Thomas Watson, Anglican Minister. edited and arranged by the Rev. John Adey (London: Snow and Ward, 1850) 53.
The safest place on earth is the fear of God. This ranks among the greatest possible statements about generosity.
Isaiah calls him a “sure foundation” and “rich store of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge” and then adds that the fear of the LORD is the “key to this treasure.”
Where is your safety, Christian?
I am learning that God is far more generous in His care than I previously knew. I cannot fathom the depths of His generous care though I visit some of the deepest and darkest places on earth.
I spent the yesterday afternoon training 40 future Christian workers in a church in Jhelum, Pakistan (pictured above). They rank among the most receptive young people I have ever served.
They fear no danger, have limited opportunities, and taught me about the Christian’s safety.