1. Fear God, not people (26-31)

Jesus continued instructions to the Twelve in their mission. Nothing is hidden from God. Christians should not fear persecution nor even death, because God controls our eternal destiny. We only need to fear God. To fear God is true wisdom. Sparrows are almost worthless; but God cares for them. God cares for us in greater detail than sparrows, even numbering our hairs!

2. Acknowledge Jesus before people (32-33)

Jesus promised to acknowledge before the Father in heaven all those who acknowledge him before people. But whoever disowns Jesus before people, will be disowned before God.


Application: Lord, drive out the fear of men from my heart and replace it with the right fear of God. May I acknowledge you Jesus before others and glorify your name through my words and actions.
One Word: Fear God, acknowledge Jesus