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God is Our Strength
Commentators agree that this verse is the climax of Habakkuk's faith. When all earthly supports fail—possessions, security, comfort—God Himself becomes our strength. Scholars like Calvin and Henry note this is a deliberate contrast with worldly supports. This divine strength is not our own but is given to us, enabling us to endure and even rejoice in the midst of profound loss.
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Habakkuk
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Albert Barnes
On Habakkuk 3:19
18th Century
Theologian
The Lord God is my strength - The prophet does not inwardly only exult and triumph in God, but he confesses also in words of praise…
Charles Ellicott
On Habakkuk 3:19
19th Century
Bishop
The Lord God.—This is an adaptation from Psalms 18:33. The “hinds’ feet” indicate the strength and elasticity of the prophet’s con…
John Calvin
On Habakkuk 3:19
16th Century
Theologian
He confirms the same truth: that he sought no strength other than in God alone. But there is an implied contrast between God and those supports on …
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John Gill
On Habakkuk 3:19
17th Century
Pastor
The Lord God [is] my strength
The author and giver of natural and spiritual strength, as he is to all his people; he is the st…
Matthew Henry
On Habakkuk 3:16–19
17th Century
Minister
When we see a day of trouble approach, it is important for us to prepare. A good hope through grace is founded in holy fear. The prophet looked bac…