God Is Fair and Faithful

Then the Lord said to me [Habakkuk], “Write My answer plainly on tablets, so that a runner can carry the correct message to others. This vision is for a future time. It describes the end, and it will be fulfilled. If it seems slow in coming, wait patiently, for it will surely take place. It will not be delayed. “Look at the proud [wicked]! They [wicked or evil] trust in themselves, and their lives are crooked. But the righteous [those who are right with God] will live by their faithfulness [trust] to God. Habakkuk 2:2-4 (NLT).

Life is filled with questions. However, not all questions have quick answers. These unanswered or delayed questions create more questions and doubt. Some people choose to live with unanswered questions while others become pessimistic, skeptical, and hardened.

The Prophet Habakkuk was a man who sought answers from God. Habakkuk saw a dying world and he questioned God on the evil in the world. In fact, Habakkuk cried out to God for answers on the many troubles facing people. "How long, O Lord, must I call for help? But You do not listen! ‘Violence is everywhere!’ I cry, but You do not come to save" Habakkuk 1:2 (NLT). Habakkuk did not understand why God would allow evil to exist.

As chapter two begins, the Lord God answers Habakkuk’s question and told the Prophet to write His answer plainly. God told Habakkuk though the evil temporarily triumph, He would judge all evil and righteousness would win! God’s judgment may not come quickly, but God will judge all wrongs. God is all knowing, all wise, all-powerful, faithful and in control (see also Numbers 23:19; Psalm 139:7-10; Matthew 19:26; Romans 16:27 and 1 John 3:20).

In the end, Habakkuk prays to God and rejoices. "I will rejoice in the Lord! I will be joyful in the God of my salvation [my Savior]! The Sovereign Lord is my strength! He makes me as surefooted as a deer, able to tread upon the heights" Habakkuk 3:18-19 (NLT).