Psalm 2:11-12

Worship the Lord and serve Him with reverence (with awe-inspired fear and submissive wonder); rejoice (yet do so) with trembling. Kiss (pay respect to) the Son, so that He does not become angry, and you perish in the way, for His wrath may soon be kindled and set aflame. How blessed (fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God) are all those who take refuge in Him!

When we revere the Lord, it isn’t to make us feel small but to show understanding of the power, glory, healing, and love God has shown us. When we give respect to Jesus, we give honor and regard for what has been done on our behalf. The Lord is our protector, but we must stay inside the boundaries He has presented and avoid sin. The blessing will come to us when we do.