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First Reading for The Passion of Saint John the Baptist

Jeremiah 1:17-19

Summary: God commands His servant to speak His words boldly and assures protection against opposition, promising strength and support in the face of resistance.

The Lord's Command and Promise

The word of the LORD came to me thus:

Gird your loins; stand up and tell them all that I command you.

Be not crushed on their account, as though I would leave you crushed before them;

For it is I this day who have made you a fortified city, a pillar of iron, a wall of brass, against the whole land:

Against Judah’s kings and princes, against its priests and people.

They will fight against you, but not prevail over you, for I am with you to deliver you, says the LORD.

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