The Joy of Fearing God : The Fear of the Lord Is a Life-Giving Fountain

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Summary: The book you MUST read to know God more deeply.
Review: "The Joy of Fearing God" is a great book to understand how we should have the proper relationship with God. It started by talking theological doctrine that sounded very biblical based. Then, the author gave us some practical ways to exercise the knowledge we learn through the book. I had some dry time spiritually before I started reading this book. However, I forced myself to read this book to know what "the fear of God" really means. By reading through this book, God spoke to me and strengthened my faith. God prepared me to go through some huge trial happened recently in my life by using this book. If you have some doubt about God's love or God's goodness, read this book before you back off. However, it's very clear and understandable even for someone who doesn't like reading. Even English is my second language, it effected me so strongly. I especially recommend this book to Youth and College students. Also, it's great for parents. I have some disagreement with the author about the authority of employer and government, yet it doesn't change the value of this book. Please read it prayerfully and start having the Joy of fearing God! By J.I.

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Summary: Excellent book, but missing some important observations
Review: I enjoyed Bridges lofty view of God and his easy writing style. However, I came to the book looking for more and didn't get it. Bridges should have developed the most important basis for fearing God in more detail. We reap what we sow. Paul Reminds us "do not be deceived, the wrath of God visits those who do such things." I put this book down disappointed that the author did not develpt this important theme. I came to this book hungry to know why I should fear God, and came away partially satisfied.

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Summary: A thriller for the christian
Review: The beauty of this book is that it is so down to earth about matters that are so lofty and beyong human understanding. Bridges writes in an easily digestible manner. Relating the fear of God through scriptures and short stories and even points to some helpful devotional-like activities to help worship this fear-inspiring God. This book does not address the issue of fear of God's wrath because the book makes it quite clear this is not a "godly" fear of God. Bridges gets the reader in touch with a sovereign, loving, merciful, immeasurably immense God whom we should trust, love and fear because of his soveriegnty, love, mercy, and immensity... NOT because of his wrath.