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prussiaducky said:
It's a complex "afraid". The real question is, what is fear? Is it negative? Positive? Neutral? I am a very strong Muslim, and I feel as I am very close to God.
Here's a question, are afraid of a friend? Well, are you? Most people would simply say "no".
Where I'm getting at is, yes, of course, God is a superior being. I am not afraid of his judgement, since his judgement is rightfully mine to accept. I am, on the other hand, afraid of the outcome of the judgement. This is very complex, but...I love God. With all of my soul and being. I am afraid of him...a respectful afraid. God is the being I love...and that will never change. I will also fear him, and his superiority. I fear his judgment, but at the time, I don't. I fear his wrath, but at the same time, I fear his love. I fear him, but I don't. I fear the being I love, and that will always remain. I am his servant, and as a servant, I will be afraid.
My final answer: I am not afraid of God HIMSELF, since I love him. I am afraid of upsetting God, disappointing God, and receiving God's wrath.
Love comes with expense...
Does this make sense? It may seem like a huge maze of riddles...but at the same time, is it?
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