When angels speak to people they almost always begin with “fear not” or “do not be afraid." This is the most common command in the Bible. In fact, it’s in the Scriptures over 365 times. There’s a “fear not” for every day of the year. Fear paralyzes and keeps us from fulfilling God’s purpose for our lives. When Jesus was born there were several people who had to face their fears and obey God and God used them to change the world. They were afraid and obeyed anyway. You never know what you might set into motion with a simple act of obedience.