Habakkuk

Overview

More a dialogue with God than a prophecy Time of Writing: 630 B.C. (King Josiah, King Jehoahaz, King Jehoiakim) Theme: Trusting God in turmoil and judgement Key Scripture: 2:4

Chapter 1-1:11 → Babylon to Invade Judah (Judah’s sin) Chapter 1:12-2:20 → God’s Justice, Babylon to be Judged (Babylon’s cruelty) Chatper 3 → His Psalm of trust and triumph in God

Purpose: The examine the issue of God’s justice towards the nations

Message: God permits evil but does not cause evil; he’s holy and righteous and punishes sin.