The prophet Habakkuk cried out to the Lord, his God. His nation, Judah, was full of corruption and injustice. How long would God tolerate it? God replied that he would deal with Judah by sending the nation of Babylon to punish her. First, Habakkuk responded with a declaration of God's trustworthy character, then he asked for further clarification on this hard-to-believe scheme. After logging his concerns Habakkuk waited expectantly for God to answer.
Habakkuk
Habakkuk 1:12–17: My God My Holy One
The prophet Habakkuk lamented the evil ways of his people and asked God what he was going to do about their sin and injustice. God answered by disclosing his plans to send the even more evil Babylonians to judge them. I find it amazing (and comforting) that Habakkuk's first response is an affirmation of trust and acceptance of God's confounding ways.
Habakkuk 1: 1–11: How Long Must I Call for Help?
I'm starting a new study on the book of Habakkuk. The prophet Habakkuk lived in the southern kingdom of Judah during the reign of wicked kings who broke their covenant with Yahweh, followed after other gods, and committed violence against their fellow citizens. Habakkuk received a prophecy and cried out to God.
Rejoice with Habakkuk This Thanksgiving Even Though
My reading of the Biblical book of Hebrews came to a sudden halt. Where have I heard that before? These familiar verses resound in my head because they are from the prophet Habakkuk. His cry to the Lord 2700 years ago continues to resonate with familiarity.
