¹¹ For I have known the thoughts that I am thinking towards you—an affirmation of Jehovah; thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give to you posterity and hope.

¹¹ For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future.

¹¹ For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare[1] and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.

¹¹ For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord . "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.