That who fears the Lord will be blessed

Here we see a statement by the Psalmist David to all those people who fear God, who follow the right path regardless of the obstacles, they will be blessed by God.

Behold, that thus shall the man be blessed that feareth the Lord.

Psalm 128:4

The fear of God will lead us every day to follow the Lord, to love His way, to practice justice, He will take care of us when we walk on dangerous paths, He will separate the enemy from our ways, because the fear of God makes us stand firm in front of Him.

When we walk under the Lord’s guidance, it is because we obey Him and we decide that the way of the Lord is right for humanity. Something that this man named David had was that everything he said, he said it for sure.

The Lord shall bless thee out of Zion: and thou shalt see the good of Jerusalem all the days of thy life.

Psalm 128:5

The psalmist David, every time he said a word, he did it extolling Almighty God, glorifying the Lord in a special way, putting to the Lord in the first place. But let’s not forget that David did it with all his heart. After he had given glory and exaltation to God, then he began to ask him to take care of and bless Jerusalem all the days of their lives.

Yea, thou shalt see thy children’s children, and peace upon Israel.

Psalm 128:6

David was patient when he needed God, he was waiting for the Lord’s time, because he knew that God’s time is perfect. Let us continue obeying and fearing our God so that we continue to be blessed every day of our lives.

One of the greatest blessings that accompanies the fear of the Lord is the certainty that God Himself watches over our steps. The fear of God is not terror but reverence—an attitude of profound respect and obedience toward His Word. When a person truly fears the Lord, he seeks to please Him in everything, turning away from evil and embracing righteousness. This sincere reverence becomes a shield around the believer, a spiritual protection that guides decisions, shapes character, and keeps the heart humble before the Almighty. Those who walk in the fear of God do not depend on their own strength, for they know that their help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.

Moreover, the blessing promised in this psalm is not merely material or temporary. It speaks of a peace that only God can give—a peace that remains unshaken even in the midst of affliction. The person who fears the Lord enjoys the blessing of seeing God’s hand in every stage of life: in the home, in the work of his hands, in his relationships, and even in the generations that follow. God delights in extending His mercy to the family of the righteous, giving them stability, direction, and hope. This truth becomes a powerful encouragement for us today, reminding us that our obedience does not end in ourselves; it impacts our children, our grandchildren, and all those who will come after us.

Finally, the promise of seeing “peace upon Israel” points us to a greater spiritual reality: the peace that comes from living in communion with God. David knew that true prosperity was not found in earthly riches but in God’s presence guiding His people. In the same way, we are called to pursue that peace by walking closely with the Lord, trusting His timing, and resting in His promises. Even when circumstances seem uncertain, the person who fears God can remain confident, knowing that the Lord is faithful to bless, sustain, and protect His children. Let us therefore continue to walk in the fear of the Lord, for in that path we will find fullness of joy and the blessing of God all the days of our lives.