Fear first entered the world after Adam and Eve's disobedience, stemming from separation from God and knowledge they weren't prepared to handle. Throughout Scripture, fear often drives poor decision-making, blame-shifting, and self-preservation at all costs. The Bible presents a fundamental choice between fearing people, which traps us, or trusting God, which brings security. God doesn't condemn us for experiencing fear but cares about how we respond to it. The good news is that God's covenant promises don't depend on our perfection but on His faithfulness, allowing us to face our fears with faith.