1. The Lord is good (25-39)

The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him. Suffering is not always evil; it can build a person's character, if he waits on God. It is good for a man to bear the yoke in his youth. God does not punish forever. He brings grief and he shows compassion. He does not deprive men of justice. He punishes us for sins so that we can repent and seek him.

2. Let us examine our ways (40-54)

We should not complain when we are punished for our sins; this is the time to examine our lives and repent. Jeremiah acknowledged his sins and the sins of the people. God's punishment was just. He wept tears of repentance and asked God's mercy.

3. You came near when I called (55-66)

When we call on God from the depths of the pit he comes near and says, 'Do not fear' (56-57).

Application: Lord, teach me to seek you with tears of repentance instead of complaining.
One Word: Hope in God