Habakkuk

Habakkuk begins with a concern in his heart asking God "why?" Why is there evil? Why are you not helping? Why has the law been neglected by the people and their leaders? God answers, and He speaks to Habakkuk that He is not neglecting these matters. God declares that there shall come a time for judgment and a way of correction. The Lord will respond, but God must do it in His time.
Habakkuk concludes with a prayer to the Lord in a poem format, possibly accompanied by song and music. The prayer consists first of a plea to the Lord to "revive" His people, and continues on to a revelation of deep reverence and praise for the Lord (Habakkuk 3:2).
When coming to this book from the modern era we must first remember that all scripture is inspired by God, and is useful (2 Timothy 3:16). With that understanding we can begin to unveil the wisdom and truth hidden within this wonderful writing. First, we must look at the words of Habakkuk through the lens of the Isrelites that received this prophet at the time of its writing. Habbkuk reminded Israel that God will, in his time, prevail over evil. In chapter two we can see that this conquest will come through the Messiah, which we know is the only way to true peace (Habakkuk 2:3-4).
We can look to the book of Habakkuk for answers to our own life's questions if we put ourselves in the shoes of the Isreiaites during Habakkuk's time. Sometimes, we may ask ourselves the same questions as Habakkuk. Where are you God? When will my enemies cease? What am I to do for now? Like Israel we must have patience and wait on God. Take comfort and have faith that the Lord will make all things right even if we do not see the effects of His hand immediately. Finally, always rejoice in the Lord and praise Him for all His glory as this worship will strengthen and comfort your heart as you lean on Him in times of trouble. Praise be to God, Jehovah. Amen