Jeremiah 21:9-11

New International Reader's Version

⁹ Those who stay in this city will die of war, hunger or plague. But suppose some go out and give themselves up to the Babylonians attacking you. They will live. They will escape with their lives. ¹⁰ I have decided to do this city harm and not good,” announces the Lord. “It will be handed over to the king of Babylon. And he will destroy it with fire.” ’

¹¹ “Also speak to Judah’s royal family. Tell them, ‘Listen to the Lord’s message.