Fear God, Not Man

by Brad Murphy | Jan 11, 2026

Part 2 of 13 | Facing Failure Series

Fear God, Not Man, shows that when we choose to fear God rather than man, we align ourselves with His purposes and find true courage and clarity in our lives.

“Now these things happened to them as an example, but they were written down for our instruction, on whom the end of the ages has come. Therefore let anyone who thinks that he stands take heed lest he fall.”

The Holy Bible: English Standard Version (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles, 2025), 1 Co 10:11–12.

Sermon Outline

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:20-24; 2 Chronicles 11:5-12; Psalm 20:7; Proverbs 29:25; Acts 4:27-28 (ESV)

The Fear of Man Divides
The Fear of Man Fuels Conflict
The Fear of God Brings Clarity and Peace

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Next Steps

TAKE HOLD OF GOD’S WORD

Let go of the fear of man that has been directing your actions.
Take Hold of the word of God to direct your steps.
Rise up with courage and clarity to obey God no matter the opposition.

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Facing Failure Series

January 4 to March 29, 2026

Failure is something we all share, but it does not have to define us. In Facing Failure, we will study 1 Kings and the real stories of leaders who struggled with fear, pride, and compromise. Together, we will learn how to recognize destructive patterns, face our failures with honesty, and respond to God’s gracious invitation to walk in wisdom, faith, and renewed obedience.

Part 1 - January 4, 2026

Part 2 - January 11, 2026

Part 3 - January 18, 2026

Part 4 - January 25, 2026

Part 5 - February 1, 2026

Part 6 - February 8, 2026

Part 7 - February 15, 2026

Part 8 - February 22, 2026

Part 9 - March 1, 2026

Part 10 - March 8, 2026

Part 11 - March 15, 2026

Part 12 - March 22, 2026