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Repentance
Hosea called for repentance (vv. 1-3) and God promised restoration (vv. 4-8). God had to punish Israel for its gross and repeated violation of His law, but He would do so with a heavy heart. The preceding chapters have painted a very drab picture (v. l). Now the prophet instructs them to return to God and seek His forgiveness (v. 2). This is always the requirement for the backslidden if restoration is to take place. “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (l John 1:9). The nation had used its lips to praise the idolatrous “calves;” now it needs to use its lips to praise God.
God promises to heal their backsliding. His anger would be turned from Israel because they had repented (v. 4). He promised to be “as the dew unto Israel” and this would result in her growing as a “lily” and putting down roots like the cedars of Lebanon which were known for their durability (v. 5). The scar and stench of idolatry would be removed from the land (v. 7). In turning to God Israel would completely forsake its idols and would render fruit to God like a green fir tree (v. 8). With renewed vision and revived determination Israel anticipated better days. In conclusion, the testimony of the entire prophecy is that “the ways of the Lord are right” and those who are right with Him will heed the words of this prophecy and prosper.
Application
The people in Hosea’s day could repent and turn to God by asking Him to forgive their sins. The same is true for me. I should never hesitate to come to Him for a clean slate. I need to claim I John 1:9 often.
Hosea 14:1-9 (English Standard Version)
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Turning Back to The Lord
Hosea 14:1–9
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Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia. The misbehavior of students led to a riot in which professors who tried to restore order were attacked. The following day a meeting was held ... More
Hosea called for repentance (vv. 1-3) and God promised restoration (vv. 4-8). God had to punish Israel for its gross and repeated violation of His law, but He would do so with a heavy heart. The preceding chapters have painted a very drab picture (v. l). Now the prophet instructs them to return to God and seek His forgiveness (v. 2). This is always the requirement for the backslidden if restoration is to take place. “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (l John 1:9). The nation had used its lips to praise the idolatrous “calves;” now it needs to use its lips to praise God.
God promises to heal their backsliding. His anger would be turned from Israel because they had repented (v. 4). He promised to be “as the dew unto Israel” and this would result in her growing as a “lily” and putting down roots like the cedars of Lebanon which were known for their durability (v. 5). The scar and stench of idolatry would be removed from the land (v. 7). In turning to God Israel would completely forsake its idols and would render fruit to God like a green fir tree (v. 8). With renewed vision and revived determination Israel anticipated better days. In conclusion, the testimony of the entire prophecy is that “the ways of the Lord are right” and those who are right with Him will heed the words of this prophecy and prosper.
Application
The people in Hosea’s day could repent and turn to God by asking Him to forgive their sins. The same is true for me. I should never hesitate to come to Him for a clean slate. I need to claim I John 1:9 often.
Hosea 14:1-9 (English Standard Version)
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