Why does God command us not to fear?

God frequently reassures His people, commanding them not to fear as seen in Isaiah 43:1: 'Fear not, for I have redeemed thee.' This command is underpinned by the reality of God's presence and His salvific work. The reassurance is that our fears are unfounded because of God's sovereignty and power. We are reminded that God, who does not change, is our Helper and Protector. His continual call to 'fear not' encourages us to trust in His redemption and active involvement in our lives, regardless of the trials we face. The consistent message of Scripture is that God's love and faithfulness dispel our fears.