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Before I formed you in the womb I knew you,
    and before you were born I consecrated you.
    I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.

Then I replied, “Ah, Lord God! You must be aware that I am not skilled in the art of speaking. I am only a young boy.” But the Lord said:

Do not say, “I am only a young boy.”
    You will go to whomever I send you,
    and you will speak whatever I command you.

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