¹⁰ Now if ^(A)Timothy comes, see that he ^[a]has no reason to be afraid while among you, for he is doing ^(B)the Lord’s work, as I also am.

²⁷ By faith he ^(A)left Egypt, not ^(B)fearing the wrath of the king; for he persevered, as though ^(C)seeing Him who is unseen.

⁶ just as Sarah obeyed Abraham, ^(A)calling him lord; and you have proved to be her children if you do what is right ^[a](B)without being frightened by any fear.

¹⁴ But even if you should ^(A)suffer for the sake of righteousness, ^(B)you ^[a]are blessed. ^(C)And do not fear their ^[b]intimidation, and do not be in dread,

¹⁸ There is no fear in love, but ^(A)perfect love drives out fear, because fear ^[a]involves punishment, and the one who fears is not ^(B)perfected in love.