Jeremiah 29:4-7

4“The Lord God of Israel who rules over all says to all those he sent into exile to Babylon from Jerusalem,

5‘Build houses and settle down. Plant gardens and eat what they produce.

6Marry and have sons and daughters. Find wives for your sons and allow your daughters get married so that they too can have sons and daughters. Grow in number; do not dwindle away.

7Work to see that the city where I sent you as exiles enjoys peace and prosperity. Pray to the Lord for it. For as it prospers you will prosper.’