S – There will be times of security for you—a storehouse of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of the Lord is Zion’s treasure.

Isaiah 33:6 CSB

O – Commentary:

But in order to have these things, including salvation … wisdom, and knowledge they must fear … the Lord (cf. Prov. 1:7; 15:33). Fearing God does not mean being terrified of Him (except for those who are being or will be judged). It means to recognize and respect Him and His authority and righteous demands, which in turn results in godly living, worshiping, trusting, serving, and obeying Him. Those who fear Him find Him to be their sure Foundation, their Source of inner security and peace

 John A. Martin, “Isaiah,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures, ed. J. F. Walvoord and R. B. Zuck, vol. 1 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1985), 1083.

A – A healthy fear of God draws us closer to him because it recognizes his greatness and goodness.  It causes us to want to life a life that emulates the one we worship.  When we have this healthy “fear” and then realize that God wants to be in relationship with us, it is a solid foundation of reverence, awe and honor back to God.

R – Heavenly Father, you are the one, true God.  We desire to walk in the fear of the Lord today.  Help us to see you in reverence and awe.  You alone are worthy of all honor and worship.  Empower us to grow in our relationship with you as we approach you with this attitude.