Psalm 111:9-10 "He has sent redemption to His people; He has ordained His covenant FOREVER; Holy and awesome is His name. 10 THE FEAR OF THE LORD IS THE BEGINNING OF WISDOM; A good understanding have all those who do His COMMANDMENTS; His praise endures forever."
Now, in who's interest would it be to have mankind NOT fear God?
We SHOULD be afraid of disobeying God, and this fear should lead us to study His words, ie. Psalm 119:11 "Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee."
1 John 3:4 "Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for SIN IS THE TRANSGRESSION OF THE LAW.
Good, thought provoking post LivingWaters
RE: The Fear of the Lord