Isaiah 8:12-13

You are not to say, “It is a conspiracy!” In regard to all this people call a conspiracy, and you are not to fear what they fear nor be in dread of it. It is the Lord of hosts who you are to regard as holy and awesome. He shall be your (source of) fear, He shall be your (source of) dread (not man). 

God is the source of our strength and security. When we keep our eyes on Him and fear the Lord more than man, we will stay under the shadow of His protection. Fear does not keep us safe but opens the door to destruction. Fear of God is Holy reverence for Him.