Pain, in its many forms, is a universal burden that unites all of humanity. Imagine a world where we were entirely free from both physical and psychological pain while navigating our relationships and life's circumstances. In such a scenario, we would likely experience a sense of liberation, unencumbered by the limitations that often obstruct our quest for purpose and fulfillment. However, the reality is that pain is intricately woven into the fabric of our existence, presenting itself as a formidable barrier that hinders our ability to achieve our fullest potential. The more profound the experience of pain within our culture, the more reluctant we become to pursue our ultimate capabilities. Human beings were not inherently designed to withstand the harrowing process of death and suffering. Our deep-seated familiarity with pain often leads us to inflict harm upon others, perpetuating a cycle of suffering. Pain operates similarly to a contagion, preventing us from realizing our true potential and capabilities. A critical misunderstanding arises when we minimize the nature of God, reducing Him to a being who uses pain as a tool, much like we do. In reality, while we may find ourselves governed by our experiences of suffering, God remains sovereign and transcendent over pain itself. The only true path to liberation from the cultural misuse of pain lies in confronting it directly and putting it to death through the curse. We must acknowledge that the sin of Adam introduced a curse upon all of humanity, bringing forth corruption and suffering into the world. However, it is crucial to understand that God does not wield pain as a weapon; instead, He addressed the problem of pain as soon as it emerged in human existence. To eradicate sin, corruption, and suffering, God provided a substitute. From the very moment humanity fell from grace, God actively sought to redeem mankind, pursuing Adam in the Garden of Eden with grace and mercy. It is essential to grasp that God does not impose suffering upon us; rather, pain is an inevitable consequence of sin. The error lies in our tendency to confine God to our limited understanding and experiences, leading us to believe that pain can only be dealt with outside the framework of redemption. Through His death and resurrection, God has triumphed over pain, which is why we refer to salvation as a transformative journey from bondage to liberation. God frees us from the temptation to use pain for our own purposes and nullifies its destructive power through the redemptive curse, offering us hope and healing in our broken world. In this context, the Psalmist articulates his grievances against the wicked, who remain trapped in their own suffering. They exploit the pain of the righteous to instill feelings of guilt and shame, which the Psalmist refers to as a form of bondage to scorn. In an effort to free himself from the wicked's attempts to ensnare him in this scornful bondage, the Psalmist calls upon curses as a means of liberation. The widespread nature of pain significantly contributes to our propensity for violence, leading some to commit heinous acts, including murder. The destructive grip of this bondage is so profound that God, in His love, chose to endure death to conquer it. Every individual possesses an innate understanding of God's moral law, and we often articulate transgressions against this law in terms of physical or spiritual suffering. The challenge arises when we try to express our resistance to pain, as our experiences are invariably framed within the dichotomy of joy and suffering. Thus, pain can often be seen as a societal stigma; it is not merely the sensation of pain itself that we fear the most, but rather our subjugation to its overwhelming influence. Each of us is acutely aware of the significant power that pain holds over our lives, which is why we tend to use it as a yardstick to measure the value of our experiences and relationships.