'Do Not Be Afraid' in the Bible

But while he was thinking about the matter, [suddenly] an angel from the Lord appeared to him in a dream [i.e., a supernatural revelation given during sleep], saying, "Joseph, you descendant of David, do not be afraid to take Mary to be your wife, for the baby she is carrying is by [the power of] the Holy Spirit.

Therefore, do not be afraid [of these persecutors], for there is nothing [they do that will remain] covered up; it will [all] be exposed. And there is nothing they will do secretly that will not be made known [openly].

And do not be afraid of those who can kill your body but not your soul. Instead, fear Him [i.e., God] who is able to destroy both your soul and body in hell. [See note on 5:29].

So, do not be afraid, for you are [much] more valuable than many sparrows.

Just then Jesus called out to them, "Take courage and do not be afraid; it is I."

But Jesus came and touched them, saying, "Get up, and do not be afraid."

The angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know you are looking for Jesus, who has been crucified.

Then Jesus said to them, "Do not be afraid. Go and tell my brothers [i.e., the disciples, that you have seen me], so they can head for Galilee where they will see me."