Lamentations 3:4
“My flesh and my skin hath he made old; he hath broken my bones.”

What does Lamentations 3:4 mean?
Lamentations 3:4 in the King James Version reads: "My flesh and my skin hath he made old; he hath broken my bones." The book of Lamentations is a collection of poetic laments for the destruction of Jerusalem. The author of Lamentations is traditionally believed to be the prophet…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Weight of Suffering: Finding Strength in Brokenness
As we delve into the profound depths of Lamentations 3:4, we encounter the heart-wrenching lament of the prophet Jeremiah: "My flesh and my skin hath he made old; he hath broken my bones." These words resonate with anguish, pain, and a sense of loss that many people can relate…
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Heavenly Father, In the stillness of this moment, I come before You, my heart burdened and weary. Your Word in Lamentations 3:4 resonates deeply within me: "My flesh and my skin hath he made old; he hath broken my bones." This verse speaks of deep suffering and the ravages of…
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