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Growth Questions
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Verses 21-24 are the golden jewel of all of Lamentations – what aspect of those verses bring you the most comfort and/or encouragement? How do verses 1-20 help frame the context for 21-24?
How can we apply verse 21 to the difficult circumstances we might face (see also Philippians 4:8-9; 2 Corinthians 10:3-6)?
According to verses 25-36, why should we wait on the Lord? How should we wait on the Lord? (see also: Isaiah 30:18, 40:28-31; 2 Peter 3:9) What hope does Jeremiah rely upon in these verses (see also Micah 7:18-20; Exodus 34:6-7; Deuteronomy 7:9-13)?
How are verses 37-39 humbling for us? What do these verses tell us about God?
What is God’s remedy for His people in verses 40-42, and how can we apply this to our life (see also: Joel 2:12-13; Acts 3:19-21; 1 John 1:9)?
Can a Christian pray the prayer of 3:61–66? If not, why not? If so, in what circumstances and with what theological qualifications?
In all of chapter 3, what catches your attention most about the character of God? What is most shocking? What is most comforting?