1 Now this is what the Lord says.He created you, people of Jacob;he formed you, people of Israel.He says, “Don’t be afraid, because I have saved you.I have called you by name, and you are mine.
2 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.When you cross rivers, you will not drown.When you walk through fire, you will not be burned,nor will the flames hurt you.
3 This is because I, the Lord, am your God,the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.I gave Egypt to pay for you,and I gave Cush and Seba to make you mine.
4 Because you are precious to me,because I give you honor and love you,I will give other people in your place;I will give other nations to save your life.