Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you
and will rescue you,” declares the Lord. - Jeremiah 1:8
They will fight against you but will not overcome
you, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord.
-Jeremiah 1:15
For I know the
plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to
prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
-Jeremiah 29:11
Declares the Lord. What a powerful statement! I've read those three words countless time, but I have just recently seen how mighty that phrase is.
It would be comforting if one of my friends told me not to be afraid, but I would honestly still be a little scared. Now think about hearing that same phrase from the Creator of the Universe. God is saying, "My child, I have created every part of you. I know what makes you sad and what makes you happy. I have this all under control and I will protect you. Do not be afraid because I am with you and I will be holding your hand through it all.
Wow.
When God says something, He means it. I find it so comforting to see "declares the Lord" because it gives a whole new meaning to what is being said. It really does make a difference that the Lord Almighty is saying these things to us. So next time you see "declares the Lord," make sure to take note of what God is trying to tell you.
In Christ,
Shelby
