HABAKKUK 3:14

“You pierced with his own arrows the head of his leaders. They stormed in to scatter us; their arrogance was like those who devour the oppressed in secret.”

I had a big brother until July 2021. He passed into glory that month way too young (65 years old). All our life I knew I had a big brother who would come to my defense if I ever needed him. That was especially true during our childhood years. Sure, we fought a lot, but I knew he was there for me if the need arose.

Habakkuk heralds the defensiveness of our God in today’s verse. He describes how He even “pierced with his own arrows the head of his leaders.” No matter the judgment against Israel, Habakkuk knew God was there. He would not let them endure more than they could take. That reminds me of 1 Corinthians 10:13. “No temptation has overtaken you except something common to mankind; and God is faithful, so He will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it.”

APPLICATION

Rest assured, my beloved, God is still defending us. You may be going through a hard trial right now, but 1 Corinthians 10:13 still applies. Habakkuk 3:14 does too. Claim the promise of God’s protection today. He will not abandon His children. He knows exactly what you are going through.

Maybe a friend is in need of these words today. Share it with them. If they are a believer, they should be encouraged. If they aren’t a believer, what better encouragement could they hear. If they come to Jesus, He will take up their battles for them. If they surrender to His will, He will direct them in their paths.

I know my life is not going to be empty of trials. They may be physical or financial. They could be emotional or spiritual. Whatever the trial, my Lord is there. He stands ready to intervene the moment I call on Him. He loves me and wants what it best for me. I trust Him. Do you?

Father in heaven, thank You for having my back – always!