Psalm 111:10:
10The reverent fear and worship of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom and skill [the preceding and the first essential, the prerequisite and the alphabet]; a good understanding, wisdom, and meaning have all those who do [the will of the Lord]. Their praise of Him endures forever. [Job. 28:28; Prov. 1:7; Matt. 22:37, 38; Rev. 14:7.]
Sometimes I really LOVE the Amplified Bible! The "amplification" of this verse is right on with the original language. The reverent and worshipful fear of the LORD is the very first step in gaining Wisdom! It IS essential, it IS the prerequisite! You CANNOT learn a new language without learning the alphabet used for that language and you CANNOT learn the Word of God without having a reverential "fear" (respect, reverence, awe) of the LORD! When you and I have this kind of attitude as we begin to study the Word, it will come alive for us as never before! THEN we must be obedient to that Word in order to continue to learn more! I never tire of hearing, speaking and studying God's Word. I hope YOU feel the same way! Remember, Jesus said that His Words are Spirit and LIFE (John 6:63)! Worship Him with this song from Hillsong called "To Know Your Name":
Shalom in Him!
