We often think of “fear” in a negative sense, feeling high anxiety and worry, especially toward the unknown. Yet, we are called to fear God, which is good and right. Why does the Bible call the fear of God “clean” in Psalm 19:9?

God calls us to fear him with a holy fear—a fear that is filled with awe, wonder, reverence, worship, and love. Here are three practical ways we can train our hearts in the fear of the Lord.