For he doth not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men.
He doesn't actually want to cause pain or make people suffer, it's not like God enjoys watching us go through hard times.
God's not out here trying to hurt you, that's never been his vibe.
📚 Historical Context
The book of Lamentations was written by the prophet Jeremiah around the time of the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BC, as a poetic expression of grief over the city's fall and the exile of its people. In Chapter 3, the author shifts from despair to a glimmer of hope, emphasizing God's character amidst widespread suffering and judgment. This verse specifically reassures that God's actions in discipline are not driven by pleasure, but by a greater purpose in His dealings with humanity.
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