“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction. … My child, if sinners entice you, do not consent. … My child do not walk, keep your foot from their paths; Proverbs 1:7,10, 15

To whom and where do I seek guidance, counsel and teaching? We must be on guard for there are those who would lead us away from God and into sin. Check out Adam and Eve’s story in Genesis 3. Deception continues to occur, in and out of the church. “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge.” Fear – respect/love of God is a great starting point!