”Though the fig tree does not bud and there is no fruit on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though the flocks disappear from the pen and there are no herds in the stalls, yet I will celebrate in the Lord; I will rejoice in the God of my salvation! The Lord my Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like those of a deer and enables me to walk on mountain heights!“
Habakkuk 3:17-19 CSB
Habakkuk finishes his book in a surprising place, confident in the Lord in the midst of trial. He spent 3 chapters warning Gods people that punishment was coming but ends on this note of dependence. Even if there is no comfort of food or even prospect of sustenance, he will rejoice in God. He knows that God has the ability to care for him even in the worst circumstances.
I love this idea, because it is so easy for me to find confidence in the things around me. Or gain strength knowing that I have a good job, or some money in the bank or an amazing wife or…whatever things bring comfort. All of these however are NOTHING in comparison to having Jesus as Savior! In fact, without Jesus all of these things can be ripped from me in a flash and I would be left in despair.
Thank you Lord for saving me! Thank you God for sending Jesus to pay the debt I could never even begin to pay. Thank you Father God for sending the Holy Spirit to literally live inside me. None of these things can change regardless of my circumstances. You are always there, even if I loose everything…let me rest in that confidence!
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