HABAKKUK

 

Habakkuk

How long, O Lord, shall evil reign

The wicked thrive, the just in pain

The prophet cries with heart so torn

Yet waits for God to break the morn

The Lord responds with plan unseen

Though justice slow, His hand is keen

He raises nations to chastise

Yet none escape His watchful eyes

Though Babylon shall come with might

To punish wrong and conquer right

The righteous live by faith alone

Their trust in God, His hand is shown

The prophet marvels at God’s ways

Though mystery clouds our nights and days

The vision comes, though delayed in time

The Lord will act, His word sublime

The mountains shake, the waters roar

Yet God is faithful, strong, & sure

He brings the lowly from despair

And guards the just with tender care

The Lord is mighty, holy, true

He sees all deeds, both false & new

Though wicked plots their plans may frame

God holds the world, unchanged, the same

The just shall live by trusting Him

Though shadows fall, though light seems dim

He guides the faithful through the strife

And fills their hearts with hope & life

The prophet prays with humble heart

For strength, for courage, wisdom, part

To trust in God in every storm

And know His hand will guide & warm

Thus Habakkuk speaks of doubt & praise

Of waiting long through trying days

Yet faith prevails, hope shines, God reigns

And justice comes to break all chains