What does Matthew 10:31 mean?

Matthew 10:31 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 10:31 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows.

29Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father.

30But the very hairs of your head are all numbered.

31Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows.

32Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven.

33But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven.

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