Hosea 6; Hosea 7; Hosea 8; Hosea 9
Hosea and his family are a sign unto Israel. In the day of gathering, the people of Israel will become the sons of the living God. Worshiping false gods brings severe judgments upon Israel. In the last days, Israel will be reconciled to God and become his people. Israel will seek the Lord, return to the Lord, and receive of his goodness in the latter days. Israel loses all truth, mercy, and knowledge of God and goes whoring after false gods. The kingdoms of Judah and Israel will both fall because of their iniquities. Hosea calls Israel to return and serve the Lord. The mercy and knowledge of God are more important than ritualistic sacrifices. Israel is reproved for her many sins. Ephraim is mixed among the people. Both Israel and Judah have forsaken the Lord. The Lord has written the great things of his law to Ephraim. The people of Israel are taken into captivity for their sins. Ephraim will be a wanderer among the nations.
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