4 The word of the Lord came to me:
5 Before I formed you in the womb I knew you,before you were born I dedicated you,a prophet to the nations I appointed you.
6 “Ah, Lord God!” I said,“I do not know how to speak. I am too young!”
7 But the Lord answered me,Do not say, “I am too young.”To whomever I send you, you shall go;whatever I command you, you shall speak.
8 Do not be afraid of them,for I am with you to deliver you—oracle of the Lord.
9 Then the Lord extended his hand and touched my mouth, saying to me,See, I place my words in your mouth!
10 Today I appoint youover nations and over kingdoms,To uproot and to tear down,to destroy and to demolish,to build and to plant.