Psalms 25:12
What man is he that feareth the Lord? him shall he teach in the way that he shall choose.
Main message
Psalm 25:12: The one who fears the LORD is taught the way to choose; reverent allegiance is linked with instruction, not panic.
Meaning in context
Psalm 25:8–15 · The LORD teaches the humble and keeps covenant — Verses 8–15 reflect on divine goodness, instruction, covenant faithfulness, forgiveness, fear of the LORD and covenant counsel.
The one who fears the LORD is taught the way to choose; reverent allegiance is linked with instruction, not panic.
Further teachings
The LORD teaches the humble and keeps covenant
The one who fears the LORD is taught the way to choose; reverent allegiance is linked with instruction, not panic.
Cross References: Psalm 25:12 — Psalm 25:8–15.
Applications in daily life
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Psalm 25:12
The one who fears the LORD is taught the way to choose; reverent allegiance is linked with instruction, not panic.
Fear of the LORD means reverent allegiance here, not chronic terror, panic or spiritual intimidation.
Related Bible passages and resources
- Psalm 25 (complete chapter)
Keep the verse within Psalm 25’s prayer for trust, guidance, forgiveness, covenant faithfulness and deliverance.
- Psalm 25:11
Read the previous verse to preserve the movement.
- Psalm 25:13
Continue with the next verse to preserve the movement.
- Study the Book of Psalms
The LORD teaches the humble and keeps covenant
Common misreadings
Fear of the LORD means reverent allegiance here, not chronic terror, panic or spiritual intimidation.
The one who fears the LORD is taught the way to choose; reverent allegiance is linked with instruction, not panic. Keep the verse within Psalm 25’s prayer for trust, guidance, forgiveness, covenant faithfulness and deliverance.
How to Apply Psalms 25:12
Pray through Psalms 25:12 slowly, pausing at each phrase. Journal what God highlights regarding from Scripture. Commit to one concrete application over the next seven days, and revisit your notes at the end of the week to see how your perspective has shifted through the lens of this passage.
Sources & Method
Biblical text
Commentary anchored to the site’s public-domain Psalm 25 text.
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