What does Lamentations 3:18 mean?

Lamentations 3:18 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Lamentations 3:18 today?

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

And I said, My strength and my hope is perished from the LORD:

16He hath also broken my teeth with gravel stones, he hath covered me with ashes.

17And thou hast removed my soul far off from peace: I forgat prosperity.

18And I said, My strength and my hope is perished from the LORD:

19Remembering mine affliction and my misery, the wormwood and the gall.

20My soul hath them still in remembrance, and is humbled in me.

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