Luke 12:4-5

I say to you, My friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that have nothing more that they can do. But I will point out to you whom you should fear; fear the one who, after He has killed, has authority and power to hurl (you) into hell; yes, I say to you (stand in great awe of God and) fear Him!

Jesus warns of spiritual persecution and teaches an eternal perspective. As a Christian persecution may come and pressure to turn away from Jesus, but Jesus is the key to our eternal life. The Judgement of God and the promise of eternity have more consequences for our lives than the destruction of our bodies by man. We must remain strong and keep our faith charged in the Word.