Do you remember the man whom the Bible calls “Joseph from Arimathea”? He believed the things he learned from Jesus. Yet, the Bible describes Joseph as “a disciple of Jesus but a secret one out of his fear of the Jews.” (John 19:38) Now how would you feel about a friend who wanted to keep your friendship secret? (Luke 12:8, 9)

Joseph of Arimathea overcame his fears, at least to the extent of seeking permission to bury Jesus’ body.