Jeremiah 42:11-13

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

¹¹ Be not afraid of the king of Babylon, of whom you are fearful [with the profound and reverent dread inspired by deity]; be not afraid of him, says the Lord, for [he is a mere man, while I am the all-wise, all-powerful, and ever-present God] I [the Lord] am with you to save you and to deliver you from his hand.

¹² And I will grant mercy to you, that he may have mercy on you and permit you to remain in your own land.

¹³ But if you say, We will not dwell in this land, and so disobey the voice of the Lord your God,