Introduction: Habakkuk

I. Who Wrote The Book
A. His Name
B. His Notoriety

II. To Whom Was the Book Written

III. When Was the Book Written
A. The Chaldeans Had Not Yet Invaded Judah
B. No Record if the 70-Year Babylonian Captivity
C. The Conditions listed in Habakkuk 1 Seem to fit the Dats of Jehoichim

IV. Why Was the Book Written
A. The Historical Purpose
B. The Doctrinal Purpose
C. The Christological Purpose

V. What Are Some Key Themes of the Book
A. God Will Not Tolerate Sin Among His People Forever
B. God May Use the Ungodly to Chastise His People
C. Believers Should Trust God Even in Difficult Circumstances

VI. How Is the Book Divided
A. Habakkuk's Problems
B. Habakkuk's Prayer