Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the LORD. New Living Translation And don’t be afraid of the people, for I will be with you and will protect you. I, the LORD, have spoken!” English Standard Version Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you, declares the LORD.” Berean Standard Bible Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD. King James Bible Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the LORD. New King James Version Do not be afraid of their faces, For I am with you to deliver you,” says the LORD. New American Standard Bible “Do not be afraid of them, For I am with you to save you,” declares the LORD. NASB 1995 “Do not be afraid of them, For I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD. NASB 1977 “Do not be afraid of them, For I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible Do not be afraid of them, For I am with you to deliver you,” declares Yahweh. Amplified Bible “Do not be afraid of them [or their hostile faces], For I am with you [always] to protect you and deliver you,” says the LORD. Christian Standard Bible Do not be afraid of anyone, for I will be with you to rescue you. This is the LORD’s declaration. Holman Christian Standard Bible Do not be afraid of anyone, for I will be with you to deliver you. This is the LORD’s declaration. American Standard Version Be not afraid because of them; for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith Jehovah. Contemporary English Version I promise to be with you and keep you safe, so don't be afraid." English Revised Version Be not afraid because of them: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the LORD. GOD'S WORD® Translation Don't be afraid of people. I am with you, and I will rescue you," declares the LORD. Good News Translation Do not be afraid of them, for I will be with you to protect you. I, the LORD, have spoken!" International Standard Version Don't be afraid of them, because I am with you to deliver you," declares the LORD. Majority Standard Bible Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you,? declares the LORD. NET Bible Do not be afraid of those to whom I send you, for I will be with you to protect you," says the LORD. New Heart English Bible Do not be afraid because of them; for I am with you to deliver you," says the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the LORD. World English Bible Don’t be afraid because of them, for I am with you to rescue you,” says Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionDo not be afraid of their faces, for I [am] with you to deliver you,” a declaration of YHWH. Young's Literal Translation Be not afraid of their faces, for with thee am I to deliver thee, -- an affirmation of Jehovah.' Smith's Literal Translation Thou shalt not be afraid of their faces, for I am with thee to deliver thee, says Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBe not afraid at their presence: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the Lord. Catholic Public Domain Version You should not be afraid before their face. For I am with you, so that I may deliver you,” says the Lord. New American Bible Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you—oracle of the LORD. New Revised Standard Version Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you, says the LORD.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBe not afraid of their presence; for I am with you to deliver you, says the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated You shall not be afraid before them, because I am with you to deliver you, says LORD JEHOVAH" OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Be not afraid of them; For I am with thee to deliver thee, Saith the LORD. Brenton Septuagint Translation Be not afraid before them: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the Lord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Call of Jeremiah…7But the LORD told me: “Do not say, ‘I am only a child.’ For to everyone I send you, you must go, and all that I command you, you must speak. 8Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD. 9Then the LORD reached out His hand, touched my mouth, and said to me: “Behold, I have put My words in your mouth.… Cross References Isaiah 41:10 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Matthew 28:20 and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Psalm 23:4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. Romans 8:31 What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? Isaiah 43:1-2 But now, this is what the LORD says—He who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine! / When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze. Hebrews 13:5-6 Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.” / So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” Exodus 3:12 “I will surely be with you,” God said, “and this will be the sign to you that I have sent you: When you have brought the people out of Egypt, all of you will worship God on this mountain.” Acts 18:9-10 One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking; do not be silent. / For I am with you and no one will lay a hand on you, because I have many people in this city.” 2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. Psalm 27:1 Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread? John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid. 1 Chronicles 28:20 David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do it. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you before all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished. Matthew 10:28 Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. Treasury of Scripture Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with you to deliver you, said the LORD. not afraid Jeremiah 1:17 Thou therefore gird up thy loins, and arise, and speak unto them all that I command thee: be not dismayed at their faces, lest I confound thee before them. Isaiah 51:7,12 Hearken unto me, ye that know righteousness, the people in whose heart is my law; fear ye not the reproach of men, neither be ye afraid of their revilings… Ezekiel 2:6,7 And thou, son of man, be not afraid of them, neither be afraid of their words, though briers and thorns be with thee, and thou dost dwell among scorpions: be not afraid of their words, nor be dismayed at their looks, though they be a rebellious house… for I am Jeremiah 15:20,21 And I will make thee unto this people a fenced brasen wall: and they shall fight against thee, but they shall not prevail against thee: for I am with thee to save thee and to deliver thee, saith the LORD… Jeremiah 20:11 But the LORD is with me as a mighty terrible one: therefore my persecutors shall stumble, and they shall not prevail: they shall be greatly ashamed; for they shall not prosper: their everlasting confusion shall never be forgotten. Exodus 3:12 And he said, Certainly I will be with thee; and this shall be a token unto thee, that I have sent thee: When thou hast brought forth the people out of Egypt, ye shall serve God upon this mountain. Jump to Previous Affirmation Afraid Declares Deliver Faces Fear Rescue SafeJump to Next Affirmation Afraid Declares Deliver Faces Fear Rescue SafeJeremiah 1 1. The time4. And the calling of Jeremiah 11. His prophetical visions of an almond rod and a seething pot 15. His heavy message against Judah 17. God encourages him with his promise of assistance Do not be afraid of them This phrase is a direct command from God to Jeremiah, emphasizing the importance of courage in the face of opposition. In the historical context, Jeremiah was called to prophesy during a tumultuous period in Judah's history, facing hostility from kings, priests, and the people. Fearlessness is a recurring theme in Scripture, as seen in Joshua 1:9, where God commands Joshua to be strong and courageous. This command reflects the assurance that God provides His servants with the strength needed to fulfill their divine missions. for I am with you to deliver you declares the LORD Persons / Places / Events 1. JeremiahA prophet called by God to deliver His messages to the people of Judah. He is often referred to as the "weeping prophet" due to the sorrowful nature of his messages and the opposition he faced. 2. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant-keeping God of Israel who calls and commissions Jeremiah. He assures Jeremiah of His presence and protection. 3. Judah The southern kingdom of Israel, which was facing impending judgment due to its disobedience and idolatry. 4. The Nations Refers to the surrounding nations and peoples to whom Jeremiah would also prophesy, often hostile to his message. 5. Divine Commissioning The event where God calls Jeremiah to be a prophet, assuring him of divine presence and deliverance. Teaching Points God's Presence in Fearful SituationsJust as God assured Jeremiah of His presence, believers today can trust that God is with them in their own challenging circumstances. Divine Deliverance The promise of deliverance is not just for Jeremiah but is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, reminding us of God's power to save. Courage in Obedience Jeremiah's call required courage to speak God's truth. Believers are encouraged to be bold in their faith, knowing God is with them. Trust in God's Sovereignty Understanding that God is in control can help believers face opposition and uncertainty with confidence. Faithfulness in Calling Jeremiah's example teaches us the importance of being faithful to God's calling, regardless of the challenges we face.(8) Be not afraid.--The words imply, as in those spoken to Ezekiel (Ezekiel 2:6), to St. Peter (Luke 5:10), and St. Paul (Acts 18:9), the fear that sprang from the sense of personal weakness and unfitness to cope with the dangers to which his work exposed him. The "faces" of his adversaries would be a source of terror to him. The consciousness that Jehovah was with him was to raise him from that timidity. Hebrew Do notאַל־ (’al-) Adverb Strong's 408: Not be afraid תִּירָ֖א (tî·rā) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten of them, מִפְּנֵיהֶ֑ם (mip·pə·nê·hem) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 6440: The face for כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction I [am] אֲנִ֛י (’ă·nî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589: I with you אִתְּךָ֥ (’it·tə·ḵā) Preposition | second person masculine singular Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among to deliver you,” לְהַצִּלֶ֖ךָ (lə·haṣ·ṣi·le·ḵā) Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 5337: To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver declares נְאֻם־ (nə·’um-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5002: An oracle the LORD. יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3069: YHWH Links Jeremiah 1:8 NIVJeremiah 1:8 NLT Jeremiah 1:8 ESV Jeremiah 1:8 NASB Jeremiah 1:8 KJV Jeremiah 1:8 BibleApps.com Jeremiah 1:8 Biblia Paralela Jeremiah 1:8 Chinese Bible Jeremiah 1:8 French Bible Jeremiah 1:8 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Jeremiah 1:8 Don't be afraid because of them (Jer.) |
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