HABBAKUK 2:2 - A BLUEPRINT FOR ESTABLISHING DIVINE PURPOSE

BY DR. VICKI L. OTARUYINA

Habakkuk 2:2 is like a map for people who want to live the way God wants them to When we write down our goals, understand our purpose, have faith, and make a firm decision to follow God, it helps us live a meaningful and purposeful life

HABBAKUK 2:2 - A BLUEPRINT FOR ESTABLISHING DIVINE PURPOSE

As we embrace the wisdom encapsulated in these verses, may we find the courage to write, declare, and live out the unique purpose that God has envisioned for each of us

As we delve into the significance of this scripture, we uncover the many layers of wisdom that make it a guiding light for believers across generations:

1. Divine Communication: Habakkuk 2:2 begins with a divine invitation, a beckoning from God Himself. "Then the Lord replied..." signifies a direct communication from the Almighty. In a world filled with noise and distractions, this verse underscores the importance of seeking and listening to God's voice It's an encouragement to establish a dialogue with God acknowledging that our purpose is intricately woven into the fabric of His plan

2. The Power of Writing: "Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets " Here, we encounter the transformative power of writing The act of putting pen to paper is not merely a mundane task; it is a sacred act of declaration Writing down our visions, dreams, and revelations serves as a tangible commitment to the path God has laid before us. It transforms the intangible into the concrete, creating a written covenant between us and our Creator.

3. Clarity in Purpose: "So that a herald may run with it " The clarity of expression is emphasized in this portion of the verse By making our visions plain, we enable not only ourselves but others to run with the message It speaks to the contagious nature of purpose when we are clear about our vision, it becomes a rallying cry for those around us

Clarity in purpose is a magnetic force that draws others into the journey of divine manifestation

4. Faith in Action: Habakkuk 2:2 is a call to faith in action It encourages believers not to passively wait for divine intervention but to actively engage in the manifestation of their purpose The combination of writing, clarity, and action forms a holistic approach to living out one's faith It's a reminder that belief without corresponding action is incomplete

5. Establishing a Decree: The act of writing down a vision is akin to establishing a decree. It's a proclamation that reverberates through the spiritual realm In writing, we declare our trust in God's promises, affirming our commitment to the unfolding narrative of our lives Every written word becomes a testament to our faith and an anchor for the journey ahead

Scriptures on Vision and Clarity

Ephesians 2:10 (NIV):

"For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do "

Isaiah 40:31 (NIV):

"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint "

Matthew 6:33 (NIV):

"But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well "

Romans 12:2 (NIV):

"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind

Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is his good, pleasing and perfect will "