“In Christ, penal terror is abolished, replaced with a fear rooted in love and awe of a holy and gracious Father. The believer’s fear is covenantal, not focused on punishment, but on the desire to please a loving Father. It is the fear of a redeemed son who trembles at the thought of displeasing God, standing in awe of His majesty and mercy without presumption. Thus, the fear of the LORD is not anxious self-preservation but grateful covenant loyalty—the life-long commitment of one who knows he is loved and therefore longs to please his Father.”