Habakkuk 1:7-12

7They are frightening and terrifying; they decide for themselves what is right.

8Their horses are faster than leopards and more alert than wolves in the desert. Their horses gallop, their horses come a great distance; like a vulture they swoop down quickly to devour their prey.

9All of them intend to do violence; every face is determined. They take prisoners as easily as one scoops up sand.

10They mock kings and laugh at rulers. They laugh at every fortified city; they build siege ramps and capture them.

11They sweep by like the wind and pass on. But the one who considers himself a god will be held guilty.”

12Lord, you have been active from ancient times; my sovereign God, you are immortal. Lord, you have made them your instrument of judgment. Protector, you have appointed them as your instrument of punishment.