Jeremiah 1:4-8 English Revised Version (ERV)

4. Now the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,

5. Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee, and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee; I have appointed thee a prophet unto the nations.

6. Then said I, Ah, Lord GOD! behold, I cannot speak: for I am a child.

7. But the LORD said unto me, Say not, I am a child: for to whomsoever I shall send thee thou shalt go, and whatsoever I shall command thee thou shalt speak.

8. Be not afraid because of them: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the LORD.

Jeremiah 1