What does Lamentations 3:12 mean?

Lamentations 3:12 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Lamentations 3:12 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

He hath bent his bow, and set me as a mark for the arrow.

10He was unto me as a bear lying in wait, and as a lion in secret places.

11He hath turned aside my ways, and pulled me in pieces: he hath made me desolate.

12He hath bent his bow, and set me as a mark for the arrow.

13He hath caused the arrows of his quiver to enter into my reins.

14I was a derision to all my people; and their song all the day.

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