Hosea, 11

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God reminds Israel of His love for them, despite their sins, and calls them to return to Him.

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God's Love for Israel

1 When Israel was a child, then I loved him, and called my son out of Egypt.

2 As they called them, so they went from them: they sacrificed unto Baalim, and burned incense to graven images.

3 I taught Ephraim also to go, taking them by their arms; but they knew not that I healed them.

4 I drew them with cords of a man, with bands of love: and I was to them as they that take off the yoke on their jaws, and I laid meat unto them.

5 He shall not return into the land of Egypt, but the Assyrian shall be his king, because they refused to return.

6 And the sword shall abide on his cities, and shall consume his branches, and devour them, because of their own counsels.

7 And my people are bent to backsliding from me: though they called them to the most High, none at all would exalt him.

8 How shall I give thee up, Ephraim? how shall I deliver thee, Israel? how shall I make thee as Admah? how shall I set thee as Zeboim? mine heart is turned within me, my repentings are kindled together.

9 I will not execute the fierceness of mine anger, I will not return to destroy Ephraim: for I am God, and not man; the Holy One in the midst of thee: and I will not enter into the city.

10 They shall walk after the LORD: he shall roar like a lion: when he shall roar, then the children shall tremble from the west.

11 They shall tremble as a bird out of Egypt, and as a dove out of the land of Assyria: and I will place them in their houses, saith the LORD.

12 Ephraim compasseth me about with lies, and the house of Israel with deceit: but Judah yet ruleth with God, and is faithful with the saints.

Commentary

Hosea 11 is a powerful chapter that speaks to the consequences of Israel’s unfaithfulness to God. The chapter begins with God’s lament over Israel’s stubbornness and refusal to listen to Him. He expresses His deep love for them, despite their disobedience, and His desire to draw them back to Him. He reminds them of the many times He has rescued them from their enemies and provided for them in times of need. God then speaks of the consequences of their disobedience. He will no longer protect them from their enemies, and they will be scattered among the nations. He will also withdraw His presence from them, leaving them to suffer the consequences of their actions. The chapter ends with a reminder of God’s faithfulness and mercy. He will not forget His covenant with them, and He will restore them to Himself. He will have compassion on them and will forgive their sins. Hosea 11 is a powerful reminder of God’s love and mercy, even in the face of disobedience. It is a reminder that God is faithful to His promises, and that He will always be there to forgive and restore us.