Don’t succumb to fear and intimidation of unbelievers

Live to Love Scripture Encouragement · Aug 10, 2025 · 3m

John 7:13 Yet no one was speaking openly of Him for fear of the Jews. Apparently the Jews, the Jewish leaders, were a very intimidating group of men. So much so that no one openly talked about Jesus at the feast of Booths. Those who thought He was a good man (vs. 12) must have made sure they only gave their opinion to people with whom they felt safe. Have you ever been intimidated into silence? Have you experienced the fear that comes from censorship and rejection? There are going to be times in our lives when we know we have to speak the truth in love in an atmosphere that is hostile to…