God allowed horrific things to happen to His people who He loved dearly. Their free will allowed them to choose to turn away from God and after generations of second chances he disciplined them.

Lord God,
Please expose my sin and give me power over it in your name. Discipline me, cleanse me from my ways so I may live in harmony with your desire for my life. May I serve you wholeheartedly.

In Jesus name,
Amen