What does Matthew 28:12 mean?

Matthew 28:12 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 28:12 today?

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

And when they were assembled with the elders, and had taken counsel, they gave large money unto the soldiers,

10Then said Jesus unto them, Be not afraid: go tell my brethren that they go into Galilee, and there shall they see me.

11Now when they were going, behold, some of the watch came into the city, and shewed unto the chief priests all the things that were done.

12And when they were assembled with the elders, and had taken counsel, they gave large money unto the soldiers,

13Saying, Say ye, His disciples came by night, and stole him away while we slept.

14And if this come to the governor's ears, we will persuade him, and secure you.

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