Perspective

From Lamentations:

It is good for a man to bear the yoke while he is young. Let him sit alone in silence, for the LORD has laid it on him. Let him bury his face in the dust — there may yet be hope. Let him offer his cheek to one who would strike him, and let him be filled with disgrace. For men are not cast off by the Lord forever. Though he brings grief, he will show compassion, so great is his unfailing love. For he does not willingly bring affliction or grief to the children of men.
- Chapter 3, verses 27 to 33

I've been dreading this chapter for several days. I started reading Lamentations this week, and I've skipped out on my readings the past few days. I shouldn't have; this is about as encouraging as it gets.

So does this mean that things will be pretty sweet as soon as I get old?