The Bible teaches that fear stems from sin, as seen in Genesis when Adam hid from God after disobeying Him.
The origin of fear is directly connected to sin as illustrated in the biblical account of Adam and Eve. When they disobeyed God, their eyes were opened to their nakedness, signifying their newfound awareness of sin and its consequences. Adam expressed fear upon hearing the Lord's voice and sought to hide from Him. This response encapsulates the fear that comes from our sinful nature, as outlined in Romans 3:23, which states that 'for all have sinned and come short of the glory of God.' Fear, therefore, is a product of sin and the estrangement it creates between humanity and God, highlighting the need for redemption through Christ.
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