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Reverence

Reverence means deep respect and awe.

Illustrated symbol for Reverence

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What does it mean?

Reverence means deep respect and awe. In worship it includes taking God seriously while approaching with gratitude.

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What actions can show that you are treating something with care and respect?

An example from the Bible

Hebrews connects reverence with acceptable worship and thankfulness. Respect is more than keeping a serious expression on one's face.

Read Hebrews 12:28 ↗

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Related reading: Hebrews 12:28

Therefore, receiving a Kingdom that can’t be shaken, let’s have grace, through which we serve God acceptably, with reverence and awe,
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.

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