You could say that the apostles had a zero-tolerance policy towards fear for those in Christ. The three major authors of the New Testament – John, Peter, and Paul – are in perfect alignment on this point (key words italicized):
- Paul: Philippians 4:6 – Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer…
- Peter: 1 Peter 3:6 – …do what is right without being frightened by any fear.
- Peter: 1 Peter 5:7 – casting all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.
- John: 1 John 4:18 – There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear…
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