Habakkuk's Complaints

The Book of Habakkuk was written during a time of instability and idolatry in Israel's history. It begins with the prophet seeking understanding from the Lord on why He is withholding salvation and deliverance from His people. The Lord responds to Habakkuk's complaint with a surprising announcement: He will raise up the Chaldeans to bring His judgement upon the people of Judah for turning away from Him. Habakkuk, probably taken aback by this response, then asks how He, the Holy One, can use a godless people like the Chaldeans for His purposes. Much like the book of Job, we will see what wrestling with God in faith looks like and how the Lord is able to use even godless peoples, kings, etc. for His good and glorious purposes.