Have you ever felt pressured to hide your faith? You're in good company -- the apostles certainly felt pressure. Jesus was constantly opposed by the Pharisees, and after his ascension, the early church was heavily persecuted. Jesus knew this would happen, which is why he includes a promise. We don't have to be anxious about finding the right words to say -- the key is to remember that Jesus is sending the Holy Spirit to give us the words to say, to speak on our behalf, and our reward sits not in the hands of those with worldly power, but rather with the one who holds universal power. The same power that carves the mountains is acknowledging you and holding you tightly. So fear not.
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