"And you, son of man, do not be afraid of them or their words. Do not be afraid, though briers and thorns are all around you and you live among scorpions. Do not be afraid of what they say or be terrified by them, though they are a rebellious people." ~Ezekiel 2:6, NIV
Ezekiel was a prophet living in captivity with the rest of Israel. The Babylonians had sacked Jerusalem, and most people were living in Babylon. God had told Ezekiel to tell the elders and the people some discouraging news. Ezekiel probably wasn't too pleased about that, because the Israelites tended to get a little uptight about anything that wasn't smooth talking.
But God told Ezekiel not to be afraid of them. Not only that, but twice God reminds Ezekiel not to be afraid of their words (what they say.) God encouraged him that no matter the circumstances (briers and thorns... scorpions), to not be afraid.
We are living in a world filled with rebellious people. But if God is with you, it He called you to something, don't be afraid! Don't be afraid of that rebellious people, don't be afraid of what they're saying - it's all just comparatively empty threats. Remember, you have got life eternal and a Father who loves you.
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