Habakkuk 2, Hebrews 1

(Habakkuk 2)

Verse 3 says, “For the revelation awaits an appointed time; 
it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.”

It’s so hard to wait. But even sweeter when you do and God’s plan is revealed. Today we’re reminded that in all of God’s promises, that they will be fulfilled. They WILL come to pass. Whatever they are, if they haven’t happened yet, it’s not time. “Wait for it”. Stay diligent, but wait, and remain in His peace.

Chapter two reminds us of our nature to turn to other images when we don’t see God in our timing. It’s so easy for us to give up on waiting and look elsewhere. The extreme danger is when we don’t realize that that “elsewhere” in our lives takes the place of God’s guidance and provision. We set that “elsewhere” on the pedestal where the creator of the universe should sit. It becomes our idol.

We must remember that God is at work. He is shaping the conditions that surround our existence. He is the master of design. He is lovingly moving us from one moment to the next in our lives. Watching us discover and trust Him as He reveals himself and His plan. It will prevail.

God, this morning may we trust you. Whatever it may be in our lives that steal our trust or peace, may we offer it today as a sacrifice to you, and trust in your promises. Give us patience. Help is to remember that the journey is the most significant experience, for the end is your success and not ours.

(Hebrews 1)

From the very beginning of Hebrews, we are reminded of the supremacy of the message and new covenant of Christ. Verse 1 says, “In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the universe.”

Father, thank you for the cross of Jesus Christ. Thank you that today we live under the blood of Christ. Thank you that we live under a New Covenant of freedom and peace with you. Thank you God that it has nothing to do with our greatness, but everything to do with your greatness and grace. Strengthen our belief today. Strengthen our trust today. Strengthen our desire today to live for the supremacy of Christ in our lives.