The Old Testament Prophets - 2

Summary

The sermon explores the role and style of Old Testament prophets, focusing on the book of Habakkuk as a conversation between God and the prophet. It emphasizes understanding the redemptive theme, historical context, and the poetic, metaphorical language used by the prophets. The message highlights Habakkuk's struggle with faith and trust in God despite difficult circumstances, culminating in the theme that "the just shall live by faith." Practical advice is given for studying prophetic books, including bracketing dialogues and seeking application to contemporary life.