6. “Aren't five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one sparrow is forgotten by God.
7. Even the hairs of your head have all been counted. So do not be afraid; you are worth much more than many sparrows!
8. “I assure you that for those who declare publicly that they belong to me, the Son of Man will do the same before the angels of God.
9. But those who reject me publicly, the Son of Man will also reject before the angels of God.
10. “Whoever says a word against the Son of Man can be forgiven; but those who say evil things against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven.
11. “When they bring you to be tried in the synagogues or before governors or rulers, do not be worried about how you will defend yourself or what you will say.