The words of the Lord God of Israel to Jeremiah his prophet who would announce God’s coming judgments and punishments on the kingdoms of Judah and Israel due to their multi-generational rebellion against God: Jeremiah 1:4-8 NKJV
Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying: “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you; Before you were born I sanctified you; I ordained you a prophet to the nations.” Then said I: “Ah, Lord GOD! Behold, I cannot speak, for I am a youth.” But the LORD said to me: “Do not say, ‘I am a youth,’ For you shall go to all to whom I send you, And whatever I command you, you shall speak. Do not be afraid of their faces, For I am with you to deliver you,” says the LORD.
God knew all of us before we were even born. He claimed us as his own, and has great plans for us. For those plans to be fulfilled we must honor God, keep his commandments, fill the world with his message, and keep our hearts pure. If not the spiritual joy and relationship he reserves for us can not exist and we will walk in darkness and shame. Be strong and courageous, encourage one another, and keep the faith. Amen!!
