Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows. The conclusion of the Father's-care argument: do not fear, because you are more valuable than many sparrows, and the Father who knows every sparrow knows you infinitely better. The repeated fear not of verses 26, 28, and 31 is the pastoral application of the theological teaching: the disciples who understand the Father's comprehensive knowledge and care will not be paralyzed by the opposition's threats. 1 Peter 5:7 says cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you — the same transfer of anxiety to the caring Father that Matthew 10:29–31 grounds theologically.

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