Fearing Others: Putting God First is a powerful and practical book by Zach Schlegel that addresses a deep struggle—people-pleasing. If you find yourself controlled by the approval of others, this book offers solid biblical help. Whether you’re battling fear of rejection or feel enslaved to expectations, this book speaks directly to the heart.
Fearing Others: Putting God First uses Scripture to show how fearing people replaces trusting God. Schlegel doesn’t offer self-help tricks. Instead, he points you to the freeing truth that God alone deserves your fear and devotion. Real change begins when you shift your focus from man’s opinions to God’s glory.
Each chapter unpacks how the fear of man shows up in daily life. You’ll see how this fear robs your peace, warps your relationships, and weakens your walk with Christ. But you won’t be left in guilt. Schlegel faithfully guides readers to repentance, grace, and lasting freedom through the gospel.
This book is ideal for personal study, small groups, or counseling. Biblical counselors will appreciate its direct approach and clear applications. It can be used as a counseling resource for those struggling with anxiety, insecurity, or relationship-driven fear. The questions at the end of each chapter help deepen reflection and guide conversation.
Schlegel writes with clarity, humility, and conviction. The book is easy to read but rich with truth. It challenges without crushing and encourages without excusing sin. The central message is simple yet profound: you cannot serve two masters.
Fearing Others: Putting God First is not about gaining confidence in yourself. It’s about finding strength by trusting the One who never changes. This book offers biblical hope to anyone enslaved to the opinions of others and reminds us that only God is worthy of our fear.
Do you want to live for God instead of others? Start here.
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