“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; a good understanding have all those who do His commandments; His praise endures forever” (Psalm 111:10).
It’s interesting that a psalm of thanksgiving for the great work of God’s salvation now ends with a word about the beginning place of wisdom. If the fear of the Lord—a reverence, respect, and awe—is the starting place of wisdom, then a spirit of gratitude characterizes those mature in the faith. This attitude of thanksgiving is seen in how the commandments of God are embraced and lived out not begrudgingly, but joyfully.
Bobby Dagnel 