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First Reading for The Common of Pastors

Jeremiah 1:4-9

This reading can be used when it is not the Easter season.

Summary: The LORD calls and appoints Jeremiah as a prophet, assuring him not to fear, as the LORD will guide and speak through him, even from his youth.

Called and Chosen

The word of the LORD came to me thus:

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.

“Ah, Lord, GOD!” I said, “I know not how to speak; I am too young.”

But the LORD answered me,

Say not, “I am too young.” To whomever I send you, you shall go; whatever I command you, you shall speak. Have no fear before them, because I am with you to deliver you, says the LORD.

Then the LORD extended his hand and touched my mouth, saying, See, I place my words in your mouth!

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