Habakkuk 2:1

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

While standing guard on the watchtower, I waited for the LORD's answer, before explaining the reason for my complaint.

Cross References

Isaiah 21:8

Then a guard said, “I have stood day and night on this watchtower, Lord.

Isaiah 62:6

Jerusalem, on your walls I have stationed guards, whose duty it is to speak out day and night, without resting. They must remind the LORD

2 Samuel 18:24

Meanwhile, David was sitting between the inner and outer gates in the city wall. One of his soldiers was watching from the roof of the gate-tower. He saw a man running towards the town

Psalm 85:8

I will listen to you, LORD God, because you promise peace to those who are faithful and no longer foolish.

Psalm 5:3

Each morning you listen to my prayer, as I bring my requests to you and wait for your reply.

2 Corinthians 13:3

This should prove to you that I am speaking for Christ. When he corrects you, he won't be weak. He will be powerful!

Jeremiah 12:1

Whenever I complain to you, LORD, you are always fair. But now I have questions about your justice. Why is life easy for sinners? Why are they successful?

Job 31:37

And with my head held high, I would tell him everything I have ever done.

2 Kings 9:17

When the guard in the watchtower at Jezreel saw Jehu and his men riding up, he shouted to the king, “I see some men coming this way.” Joram ordered, “Send someone out to ask them if this is a friendly visit.”

Galatians 1:16

to show me his Son, so that I would announce his message to the Gentiles. I didn't talk this over with anyone.

Isaiah 21:5

In Babylon the high officials were having a feast. They were eating and drinking, when someone shouted, “Officers, take your places! Grab your shields.”

Job 31:35

Why doesn't God All-Powerful listen and answer? If God has something against me, let him speak up or put it in writing!

2 Kings 17:9

Even worse, the Israelites tried to hide their sins from the LORD their God. They built their own local shrines everywhere in Israel—from small towns to large, walled cities.

Jeremiah 6:17

I also sent prophets to warn you of danger, but when they sounded the alarm, you paid no attention.

Ezekiel 3:17

Ezekiel, son of man, I have appointed you to stand watch for the people of Israel. So listen to what I say, then warn them for me.

Micah 7:7

But I trust the LORD God to save me, and I will wait for him to answer my prayer.

Psalm 85:9

You are ready to rescue everyone who worships you, so that you will live with us in all your glory.

Isaiah 21:6

The LORD said to me, “Send guards to find out what's going on.

Ezekiel 33:7

Ezekiel, I have appointed you to stand watch for the people of Israel. So listen to what I say, then warn them for me.