Habakkuk 1:12 · KJV

"Art thou not from everlasting, O LORD my God, mine Holy One? we shall not die. O LORD, thou hast ordained them for judgment; and, O mighty God, thou hast established them for correction."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁰And they shall scoff at the kings, and the princes shall be a scorn unto them: they shall deride every strong hold; for they shall heap dust, and take it.

¹¹Then shall his mind change, and he shall pass over, and offend, imputing this his power unto his god.

¹²Art thou not from everlasting, O LORD my God, mine Holy One? we shall not die. O LORD, thou hast ordained them for judgment; and, O mighty God, thou hast established them for correction.

¹³Thou art of purer eyes than to behold evil, and canst not look on iniquity: wherefore lookest thou upon them that deal treacherously, and holdest thy tongue when the wicked devoureth the man that is more righteous than he?

¹⁴And makest men as the fishes of the sea, as the creeping things, that have no ruler over them?

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Reflection Questions

How does God's eternal nature comfort you?

What does it mean for you to trust in God's judgment?

When have you felt assured of God's presence in difficult times?

Life Application

faith

Embrace the assurance that God is eternal and sovereign. Allow this truth to strengthen your faith during trials.

judgment

Consider how you can align your actions with God's justice. Reflect on areas in your life that need correction.

Connection to Jesus

divine attribute

This verse emphasizes God's eternal nature and holiness, attributes that are fully revealed in Jesus Christ.

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