Jeremiah 1:4-6

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

⁴ Then the word of the Lord came to me [Jeremiah], saying,

⁵ Before I formed you in the womb I knew [and] approved of you [as My chosen instrument], and before you were born I separated and set you apart, consecrating you; [and] I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.^(A)

⁶ Then said I, Ah, Lord God! Behold, I cannot speak, for I am only a youth.^(B)