Habukkuk 1:1-4

It is always hard to understand why those who live only for themselves and call it freedom seem to thrive and those who fight for equality for everyone get labeled as soft and unrealistic. In a society where power, wealth and control determine success and the poor are deemed powerless and dispensable you wonder if justice will ever get served. But our God will not be mocked and whatever we do to the least of the people we do to Him. True believers love Him above all others and love everyone as much as they love themselves!


The deterioration of society had become a cause of frustration and disappointment for the godly. Abuse of power, acts of injustice, and oppressive deeds were common in Judah. The people of Judah argued with each other and were involved in destructive litigation. The revelation of God given at Mt. Sinai had little impact on the hearts of people whose lives were focused on material success. These people had little interest in living by God’s definition of what is fair and humane. God’s chosen people committed and tolerated heinous acts through corruption of the courts. There were always people who were faithful to the Lord, a righteous remnant. Here the godly were restricted in what they could say and do because of the evil that surrounded them. The powerful people of Israel corrupted justice.


Habukkuk 1:1-4

2 O Lord, how long shall I cry,

And You will not hear?

Even cry out to You, “Violence!”

And You will not save.

3 Why do You show me iniquity,


And cause me to see trouble?

For plundering and violence are before me;

There is strife, and contention arises.

4 Therefore the law is powerless,


And justice never goes forth.

For the wicked surround the righteous;

Therefore perverse judgment proceeds.