God knows us more intimately than we know ourselves, and loves us like the most indulgent lover. As we learn how to choose for our greatest good, She sometimes course-corrects, saying, I think you will ultimately be happiest in this direction...and sends us down a new path. Indulgent. Lasting happiness (joy). Profound, comforting love beyond comprehension. Only appearing irrational because we have a short-term view. This is God.