What does it mean to “fear the Lord”? For many of us, the word fear brings to mind anxiety, dread, or being afraid. But in the Hebrew understanding, the “fear of the Lord” means something much deeper and richer: reverence, awe, humility, trust, and a proper sense of wonder before the holiness and goodness of God.

In this episode of Walking with God, Pat Barry and Pastor Jeff Quinto reflect on the biblical teaching that “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” Together, they explore how reverence for God shapes the way we live, the choices we make, and the wisdom we seek. Rather than pushing us away from God, this holy awe draws us closer—helping us walk with greater faith, humility, and trust.

Join Pat and Pastor Jeff for a thoughtful conversation about what true wisdom looks like when we begin with God.

Note: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Pat Barry and Jeff Quinto as individuals and may not reflect the opinions of the Bethel Bible Series or Bethel Lutheran Church.

Soli Deo Gloria! - To God Alone Be the Glory!

In this episode of "Walking with God, Pat and Jeff's Podcast," we talk about the Garden of Eden the way the original hearers would have understood it. We think we are so sophisticated and modern, yet we often miss the point of the lesson from this and other passages. Hear what the story would have taught the ancient Hebrew people who first heard it.

Note: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Pat Barry and Jeff Quinto as individuals and may not reflect the opinions of the Bethel Bible Series or Bethel Lutheran Church.

Soli Deo Gloria! - To God Alone Be the Glory!

In this episode of "Walking with God, Pat and Jeff's Podcast," Pat and Jeff talk about fasting. It seems particularly relevant in this Lenten season. Lots of people are fasting for lent, but for those of us who do not fully understand it, what does it mean and what is its ultimate purpose?

Find out what Pat and Jeff think in this episode.

Note: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Pat Barry and Jeff Quinto as individuals and may not reflect the opinions of the Bethel Bible Series or Bethel Lutheran Church.

Soli Deo Gloria! - To God Alone Be the Glory!