Matthew 10:26-33
Therefore fear them not. For nothing is covered that shall not be revealed: nor hid, that shall not be known. That which I tell you in the dark, speak ye in the light: and that which you hear in the ear, preach ye upon the housetops. And fear ye not them that kill the body, and are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him that can destroy both soul and body in hell. Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and not one of them shall fall on the ground without your Father. But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: better are you than many sparrows. Every one therefore that shall confess me before men, I will also confess him before my Father who is in heaven. But he that shall deny me before men, I will also deny him before my Father who is in heaven.
Jesus encourages His disciples not to be afraid. God knows and values each person deeply, and nothing escapes His loving attention. Even in moments of uncertainty, believers can remain confident in God’s care. This Gospel reminds us that courage is rooted not in our own strength but in trust in God’s presence. By acknowledging Christ openly and living faithfully, we become witnesses to His love. Fear loses its power when we remember that we belong to God.