When life knocks us down and all seems lost, how do we find joy again? Habakkuk’s account of facing the armies of the Chaldeans shows us the pathway from fear to faith. Through his journey, we discover truths that can transform our perspective even in the midst of great hardship.
- Sorrow is sane. It’s OK and healthy to experience fear and sorrow when facing difficult circumstances. God understands and even approves of these emotions.
- Evil is on a leash. Though evil seems overwhelming, God is ultimately in control and allowing evil for his purposes.
- God knows more than us. We don’t have the full picture or understanding, so we need to trust that God sees the bigger picture even if we don’t understand.
- False gods are failing us. The difficulties of life expose the things we have truly put our trust in instead of God.
- We are not alone. Even when we feel isolated, God understands our struggles because he took on human flesh in Jesus.
When difficulty comes, we often feel alone. But Habakkuk’s story reminds us that we are not abandoned – God is sovereign over all, he knows more than we can understand, and he walks with us through our darkest valleys.
The next time circumstances threaten to steal your joy, remember that God sees the bigger picture, evil is on a leash, and you have an Advocate who understands your struggle intimately. Fix your eyes on Jesus, who endured the ultimate pain so you could have peace.
Put your hope in the One who has conquered the grave and who promises to never leave you or forsake you. With God by your side, you can face any storm with joy in your heart, strength for today, and confidence for tomorrow. Habakkuk found hope in the midst of his fear – may that same hope rise within you, enabling you to walk forward in faith, come what may.