"I knew you before I formed you in your mother's womb. Before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as my prophet to the nations." O Sovereign Lord," I said, " I can't speak for you! I'm too young! The Lord replied, " Don't say, I'm too young, for you must go wherever I send you and say whatever I tell you. And don't be afraid of the people, for I will be with you and will protect you. I , the Lord have spoken!" Then the Lord reached out and touched my mouth and said," Look, I have put my words in your mouth!"
- Jeremiah 1:5-9
