NAHUM 3

GOD’S ANGER AGAINST NINEVEH AND COMPASSION TOWARDS THE REMNANT

The prophet Nahum delivers a message of God’s wrath against Nineveh, the capital city of Assyria. Nahum warns that God will take vengeance on His enemies. Referencing a description of God’s character found in Exodus 34:6-7, Nahum describes God as slow to anger, great in power, and responsive to sin.

Nahum honors God as having powerful control and authority over all of creation–everything works for His glory! Nahum contrasts God’s wrath towards His enemies with His compassion for those who take refuge in Him. God promises that the afflictions of His people will come to an end and the burdens they have been carrying will be removed.

God refuses to allow violent and arrogant empires to endure while His people suffer. Although this chapter is referring to Nineveh's impending destruction, it also serves as a warning to all nations to avoid evil leadership.