Matthew 10:28

God's Word

Don’t be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the one who can destroy both body and soul in hell.

Cross References

2 Kings 17:39

Instead, worship the Lord your God, and he will rescue you from your enemies.’ ”

Job 37:24

That is why people should fear him. He does not respect those who think they’re wise.”

Psalm 119:120

My body shudders in fear of you, and I am afraid of your regulations.

Ecclesiastes 5:7

In spite of many daydreams, pointless actions, and empty words, you should still fear God.

Isaiah 51:12

I alone am the one who comforts you. Why, then, are you afraid of mortals, who must die, of humans, who are like grass?

Isaiah 51:7

Listen to me, you people who know righteousness, you people who have my teachings in your hearts. Don’t be afraid of being insulted by people. Don’t be discouraged by their ridicule.

Isaiah 66:2

I have made all these things. “That is why all these things have come into being,” declares the Lord. I will pay attention to those who are humble and sorry ⌞for their sins⌟ and who tremble at my word.

Jeremiah 5:22

Don’t you fear me?” asks the Lord. “Don’t you tremble in my presence? I made the sand a boundary for the sea, a permanent barrier that it cannot cross. Although the waves toss continuously, they can’t break through. Although they roar, they can’t cross it.

Matthew 10:26

So don’t be afraid of them. Nothing has been covered that will not be exposed. Whatever is secret will be made known.

Matthew 25:46

“These people will go away into eternal punishment, but those with God’s approval will go into eternal life.”

Matthew 5:22

But I can guarantee that whoever is angry with another believer  will answer for it in court. Whoever calls another believer an insulting name will answer for it in the highest court. Whoever calls another believer a fool will answer for it in hellfire.

John 5:29

and they will come out of their tombs. Those who have done good will come back to life and live. But those who have done evil will come back to life and will be judged.

Acts 21:13

Then Paul replied, “Why are you crying like this and breaking my heart? I’m ready not only to be tied up in Jerusalem but also to die there for the sake of the Lord, the one named Jesus.”

Hebrews 10:31

Falling into the hands of the living God is a terrifying thing.

Hebrews 11:35

Women received their loved ones back from the dead. Other believers were brutally tortured but refused to be released so that they might gain eternal life.

James 4:12

There is only one who creates laws and judges on the basis of them. He is able to save or destroy you. So who are you to judge your neighbor?

1 Peter 3:14

But even if you suffer for doing what God approves, you are blessed. Don’t be afraid of those who want to harm you. Don’t get upset.

Revelation 2:10

Don’t be afraid of what you are going to suffer. The devil is going to throw some of you into prison so that you may be tested. Your suffering will go on for ten days. Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life.