¹⁰ But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid.^(A) I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.

The Year of the Lord’s Favor

¹⁸ Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.^(A)

²⁷ But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage!^(A) It is I. Don’t be afraid.”^(B)

¹⁷ When I saw him, I fell at his feet^(A) as though dead. Then he placed his right hand on me^(B) and said: “Do not be afraid.^(C) I am the First and the Last.^{(D) 18} I am the Living One; I was dead,^(E) and now look, I am alive for ever and ever!^(F) And I hold the keys of death and Hades.^(G)

³⁰ But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid,^(A) Mary; you have found favor with God.^(B)