n3inTrilogy Lamentations 3:20-26  (ESV)   20   My soul continually remembers it and is bowed down within me.   21   But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope:   22   The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end;   23   they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.   24   “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “therefore I will hope in him.”   25   The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him.   26   It is good that one should wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord. Book Chapter Verse Scripture Reference Theme Lamentations 3:25 God's goodness to those who wait and seek Him Isaiah 40:31 Waiting on the Lord renews strength Psalm 34:8 Taste and see that the Lord is good Romans 8:28 God works all things together for good for those who love Him Micah 7:7 Looking to God for deliverance Psalm 27:14 Wait for the Lord, be strong and take...

The Spiritual, Historical, and Literary Meaning of Lamentations 2:22-23 1. Introduction The Book of Lamentations, traditionally attributed to the prophet Jeremiah, is a poetic reflection on the destruction of Jerusalem and the subsequent suffering of its people. Lamentations 2:22-23 is a part of this somber narrative, providing deep insights into the spiritual anguish, historical context, and literary craftsmanship of the text. This report delves into these aspects to offer a comprehensive understanding of these verses.  1 2. The Text: Lamentations 2:22-23 (NIV) 22  “ You have invited as to a festival day     the terrors that surround me. On the day of the Lord's anger     no one escaped or survived; those I cared for and reared     my enemy has destroyed.” 23  “ May the cries be heard     from morning till night; make my heart heavy with sorrow,     and let my eyes flow with tears. My people are d...