Do not be dismayed.

When God called Jeremiah He said to him: "Speak to [the rulers of Judah] all which I command you. Do not be dismayed before them, or I will be dismay you before them." So often we think that others terrify us, that situations terrify us, that we can't possibly cope with the pressure, and we cry out to God for help. His reply is, "I have already overcome the world. Quit allowing yourself to fear." Fear is not thrust upon us; we choose it for ourself. We need to diligently trust God and allow His love to push us past our fears.