Jesus is King, Lord, and Protector. Be strong in the Lord, and do not let fear control you.

“Take heed, and be quiet [shaqat]; do not fear or be fainthearted [rakak]” (Isa 7:4)

“So we may boldly say: The LORD is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?” (Heb 13:6)

“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear” (1Jn 4:18)

“Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” (Lk 12:32)

“Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.” (Matt 10:31)

“The LORD is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?” (Ps 118:6)

“Do not fear any of those things which you are about to suffer.” (Rev 2:10)

“The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold [misgab].” (Ps 18:2)

“the word of the LORD is proven; He is a shield to all who trust [chasah] in Him.” (Ps 18:30)

“For You, O LORD, will bless the righteous; with favor You will surround him as with a shield.” (Ps 5:12)

“My lovingkindness and my fortress, my high tower [misgab] and my deliverer, my shield and the One in whom I take refuge,” (Ps 144:2)

“Today you are on the verge of battle with your enemies. Do not let your heart faint [rakak], do not be afraid [yare], and do not tremble [chaphaz] or be terrified [arats] because of them” (Deut 20:3)

“Peace be with you; do not fear” (Judg 6:23)

“And now, my daughter, do not fear.” (Ruth 3:11)

“Stay with me; do not fear. For he who seeks my life seeks your life, but with me you shall be safe.” (1Sam 22:23)

“And Elijah said to her, Do not fear; go and do as you have said” (1Kin 17:13)

“Be strong and of good courage; do not fear nor be dismayed.” (1Chr 22:13)

“Do not fear or be dismayed; tomorrow go out against them, for the LORD is with you.” (2Chr 20:17)

“Say to those who are fearful-hearted, Be strong, do not fear [mahar]!” (Isa 35:4)

“Do not fear, for you will not be ashamed [bush]” (Isa 54:4)

“Therefore do not fear, O My servant Jacob, says the LORD” (Jer 30:10)

“So I will save you, and you shall be a blessing. Do not fear, let your hands be strong.” (Zech 8:13)

“Be of good cheer! It is I; do not be afraid.” (Matt 14:27)

“But Jesus came and touched them and said, Arise, and do not be afraid.” (Matt 17:7)

“Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified.” (Matt 28:5)

“Do not be afraid; only believe.” (Mk 5:36)

“Be of good cheer! It is I; do not be afraid.” (Mk 6:50)

“Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.” (Lk 1:30)

“Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people.” (Lk 2:10)

“And Jesus said to Simon, Do not be afraid. From now on you will catch men.” (Lk 5:10)

“Do not be afraid; only believe, and she will be made well.” (Lk 8:50)

“But He said to them, It is I; do not be afraid.” (Jn 6:20)

“Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” (Jn 14:27)

“Do not be afraid, Paul; you must be brought before Caesar” (Acts 27:24)

“But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you are blessed. And do not be afraid of their threats, nor be troubled.” (1Pet 3:14)

“Do not be afraid; I am the First and the Last.” (Rev 1:17)

Reading:  Isa 7-9; Rom 15