Chapter 3 marks a distinct shift in the book. Gone is the structure of Habakkuk’s complaint followed by the Lord’s answer. What we get (v1) is a prayer of the prophet Habakkuk. A prayer set to music (v19), composed to be sung by God’s people. Habakkuk’s private intercession with God becomes public praise. Two great themes mark this prayer-song. These two themes reflect what God has revealed to Habakkuk. The first is Habakkuk’s acceptance of God’s judgement on his people. The second is Habakkuk’s anticipation of God’s salvation of his people.