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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of Hosea: Week 2, Day 6: Hosea 14:4

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Passage: Hosea 14:4

“I will heal their waywardness and love them freely, for my anger has turned away from them.”

Reflection Questions for Hosea 14:4

15) We all wander from God in small ways on a daily basis. We must be more cognizant of when we do so that we can grow with God.

16) There is always hope in Jesus, and no matter your sins, He still wants all of you.

Conclusions to Week 2 and the Study of Hosea

Great study! Although Hosea is mostly bleak, there is always hope. Although God’s people are slow to learn, they do learn and turn back to Him. This should encourage us to turn to God no matter our sins. Will you trust Him?

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of Hosea: Week 2, Day 5: Hosea 14

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Summary of Hosea 14

When Israel repents, God will restore them. It’s that simple. God’s anger will turn from them.

Questions for Hosea 14

12) Israel is to ask God for forgiveness, realize Assyria cannot save them, and give up their idols. In return, God will heal their waywardness and love them freely, for His anger has turned away from them.

13) Israel will be like the dew to Israel; they will blossom like a lily. Like a cedar of Lebanon, he will send down his roots; his young shoots will grow. His splendor will be like an olive tree, his fragrance like a cedar of Lebanon. People will dwell again in his shade; they will flourish like the grain, they will blossom like the vine — Israel’s fame will be like the wine of Lebanon.

14) If you are wise and discerning, you will walk in the ways of the Lord, which are righteous and true. Otherwise, you will stumble.

Conclusions to WordGo’s Study of Hosea 14

God always has a plan of restoration and redemption. He pursues everyone with passion. Will you accept it for your life?

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of Hosea: Week 2, Day 4: Hosea 8-13

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Summary of Hosea 8

Hosea laments Israel’s unfaithfulness, despite God’s persistent compassion and love. Hosea lists the sins of Israel against the Lord, such as making idols and trusting in foreign nations. They offer insincere gifts to the Lord.

Summary of Hosea 9

Hosea announces the punishments against Israel.

Summary of Hosea 10

Despite Israel’s past fruit, their hearts are deceitful and now they must bear their guilt and suffer the consequences.

Summary of Hosea 11

God still loves Israel despite their sins and the fact they turn away from Him.

Summary of Hosea 12

For Israel’s sins, they will be punished.

Summary of Hosea 13

The Lord is angry against Israel for their sins. He has no compassion for them.

Questions for Hosea 8-13

9) Hosea 8:1-5: The people have broken God’s covenant and rebelled against His law. Israel has rejected what is good. An enemy will pursue Him. They set up kings without my consent; they chose princes without my approval. With their silver and gold, they make idols for themselves to their destruction. God would offer consequences.

Hosea 10:1-2: As Israel’s fruit increased, they built more altars. The Lord will demolish their altars and destroy their sacred stones.

Hosea 13:2-3: Israel makes idols and offers human sacrifices. God will make them disappear.

10) When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt, I called my son. I led them with cords of human kindness, with ties of love. To them, I was like one who lifts a little child to the cheek, and I bent down to feed them.

11) It humbles me, makes me extremely grateful, fills me with joy and compassion, and helps me get through life’s struggles.

Conclusions to WordGo’s Study of Hosea 8-13

God does not want to hand out punishments to His people. Yet, He must because they stray. He still calls to Israel to return to Him. He yearns to convict us of our sins, so we’ll turn to Him. Will you?

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of Hosea: Week 2, Day 3: Hosea 6-7

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Summary of Hosea 6

Hosea calls Israel to repentance, proclaiming God’s faithfulness and exposing their sin. Yet, Israel remains unrepentant despite Hosea listing how God will heal and restore them.

Summary of Hosea 7

The Israelites still practice deceit and sin. They are adulterers. Their kings do not call upon the Lord. They turn to foreign nations rather than the Lord. Destruction to them! The Lord wants to redeem them, but He cannot because of their sins.

Questions for Hosea 6-7

6) Any time you put things in front of God, idols and others. He expresses His great love for us when He picks us up, guides us, and protects us.

7) Israel turned to other countries rather than God, including Egypt, Assyria, and idols. The consequences included Israel’s leaders falling by the sword and the people ridiculed.

8 ) Hosea 6:6: God desired mercy and love. God wanted to redeem his people. Hosea 7:13: God found Israel like fresh grapes and early figs. Hosea 9:10: However, the people desecrated themselves with idols.  Hosea 13:4: God has been Israel’s God since bringing them out of Egypt. They shall acknowledge no one else, and He deserves their wholehearted devotion.

Conclusions to WordGo’s Study of Hosea 6-7

The Israelites insincerely turn to God rather than have humble, heartfelt worship. Yet, the people still rebelled. God desires our sincere repentance. Will you repent today?

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of Hosea: Week 2, Day 2: Hosea 4-5

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Summary of Hosea 4

Hosea warns the Israelites of what is to come, declaring God’s charges against Israel. There is no faithfulness, love, or acknowledgment of God in the land, only evil. So the land will dry up and all who live in it will waste away. The Israelites have rejected knowledge, so God has rejected them.

Summary of Hosea 5

Hosea prophesies judgment against Israel. They have rebelled against God and are unfaithful, and He will punish them.

Questions for Hosea 4-5

3) In Hosea 4:1-4, there is no faithfulness, love, or acknowledgment of God in the land, only cursing, lying, murder, stealing, adultery, and bloodshed. So the land will dry up and all who live in it will waste away. The beasts of the field, the birds in the sky, and the fish in the sea will be swept away. In Hosea 5:4-6, their deeds don’t allow them to return to God. They do not acknowledge God because a spirit of prostitution is in their hearts. They are arrogant and stumble in their sins. As a consequence, when they seek the Lord, they will not find Him. He has withdrawn Himself from them.

4) By allowing me to suffer the consequences of my sins, I draw closer to Him because I know He is right.

5) Cussing, wronging others, being selfish. They challenge me to be more like Jesus and to turn to Him.

Conclusions to WordGo’s Study of Hosea 4-5

Decay and idol worship only lead to God’s judgment. Consequences work to restore us to Jesus. Remember, God cannot abide in sin. He draws us back to Him when we sin with the consequences from sin.

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of Hosea: Week 2, Day 1: Hosea 12:2-14-9

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Summary of Hosea 12

The Lord will punish Judah because they make treaties with their enemies (Assyria). They must return to God or face bitter anger from God for their contempt.

Summary of Hosea 13

The Lord is angry against Israel for their worship of Baal, sin, and idol-making. They offer human sacrifices and have forgotten God. They will face retribution from God.

Summary of Hosea 14

If God’s people return to Him and ask for forgiveness, they will be forgiven and will be blessed.

Questions for Hosea 12:2-14-9

1) God forgives all of our sins and receives us. He loves us and heals us. We will blossom. We will be full of splendor and will blossom and flourish.

2) He forgives me and brings me back to Him. My sister-in-law.

Conclusions to WordGo’s Study of Hosea 12:2-14:9

God is in control even amidst evil. He offers hope. Every word in the Bible has value for our lives. Will you consider God’s warnings in your life and turn to Him in prayer today?

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of Hosea: Week 1, Day 6: Hosea 2:20

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Passage: Hosea 2:20

“I will betroth you in faithfulness, and you will acknowledge the Lord.”

Reflection Questions for Hosea 2:20

15) That God is faithful every second of every day of my life, and I need to acknowledge Him more.

16) God expresses His unconditional love for me each and every day, from the moment I wake till the moment I fall asleep. He is there in all my doubts, hardships, and happiness. He is there.

Conclusions to Week 1 of WordGo’s Study of Hosea

Great analogy throughout that we all can relate to. Few things are as hurtful as infidelity, and God uses this to let us know a bit about how hurt He is when we sin. We need to ensure God receives all of the glory in everything we do that is only possible through Him!

Great lesson on being faithful in all things through the strength of God.

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of Hosea: Week 1, Day 5: Hosea 3:1-5

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Summary of Hosea 3:1-5

The Lord commands Hosea to love his wife again even though she is loved by another man. He is to love her like the Lord loves the Israelites. Hosea reconciles with his wife, Gomer. Hosea’s purchase of his wife from the slave auction represents Israel’s return to God.

Questions for Hosea 3:1-5

12) The Lord commands Hosea to love his wife again even though she is loved by another man. He is to love her like the Lord loves the Israelites. Since God can love and forgive all of us sinners, we can, too.

13) Hosea purchased Gomer from slavery for 15 shekels of silver and a bushel and a half of barley. He took her back and told her to be faithful. Hosea promised to be faithful to her.

14) God takes us back no matter the gravity of our sins. He asks us to be faithful to Him as He is to us. He forgives us and holds nothing back.

Conclusions to WordGo’s Study of Hosea 3:1-5

What a powerful story of restoration! Gomer is restored, as are we! God pursues us even when we run the other way. His love knows no bounds. His grace and mercy are amazing. Hope lies in Jesus. Will you embrace it!

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of Hosea: Week 1, Day 4: Hosea 2:14-23

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Summary of Hosea 2:14-23

God will allure Gomer/Israel, lead her, and speak to her. She will return to God and she/Israel can repent and have peace with God. Hosea’s restoration of Gomer foreshadows God’s future for Israel. The Israelites will be God’s people once again.

Questions for Hosea 2:14-23

9) God says He will allure, her, lead her, and speak tenderly to her. Israel will once again turn to God and away from Baal. God will restore His covenant with Israel, and Israel will acknowledge Him as their Lord. God will show love, compassion, justice, and righteousness once again. The Israelites will be God’s people once again.

10) By blessing me at every turn. Allowing me to pursue my dreams. Having great, healthy children. By forgiving my sins when I fail. Picking me up when I fall. Allowing me to learn from my sins and draw closer to him.

11) No. When God makes a promise, He never breaks it. We can construe punishment as a breaking of God’s promises, but that is not true. He always does what He says He will do.

Conclusions to WordGo’s Study of Hosea 2:14-23

God promises restoration after the punishment. We will forever be God’s people. God refines us each and every day in order to do a deeper work within us. He redeems us to Him no matter what we do. So amazing!

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