For the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh”. The Apostle Paul says that Without this love we and all our deeds are nothing (cf 1Cor 13). Where he describes in great (if somewhat confusing!) (Talk or meditate on the things that The Lord has done in your own life, perhaps giving testimony of your own salvation experience?). God used Hosea to remind His chosen people of the Lord’s grace and mercy from the past. The Lord is here showing Israel in the most graphic way, a way that they would understand, just what he thinks of their behaviour.He is impressing upon them that they have not only disobeyed his direct commands not to get involved with foreign gods etc but that they have broken their’ marriage vows’ in effect they have ‘run off’ and played the field.Chapter 3 sees Hosea instructed to ‘love a woman’ who is also an adulteress (probably Gomer again) but not to be intimate with her for a number of days to symbolise the time that Israel would be without a King before they repented of their ways and returned to The Lord – who had been loyal and faithful.Chapter 4 onwards really just spells out the whole allegory in more detail, pointing out Israel’s unfaithfulness, the destructive path they are on and The Lords willingness to accept them back to Him and forgive them. Hosea saw the failure to acknowledge God (4:1,6; 8:2–3; 13:4) as Israel’s basic problem. Chapter 4 onwards really just spells out the whole allegory in more detail, pointing out Israel’s unfaithfulness, the destructive path they are on and The Lords willingness to accept them back to Him and forgive them. Hosea 1 – The Prophet and the Prostitute A. Marriage of Hosea and Gomer, the harlot, Chapter 1. v. 1 — See TIME, first page. However do not think for an instant that if you do not ‘feel’ anything, God cannot use you. His name, u^v@oh, means “salvation” and should be spelled “Hoshea” but has come down in English as Hosea. Hosea 8:11 "Because Ephraim hath made many altars to sin, altars shall be unto him to sin." HOSEA SUMMARY. Except for the name of his father Beeri ( Hosea 1:1) we do not know anything about the background of this prophet. “If any man is in Christ he is a new creation, old things have passed away – behold, all things have become new” (2 Cor 5:17). Main Theme: This book is all about RELATIONSHIP – God’s relationship with his people which is falling apart owing to their adulterous behaviour. Like the Book of Amos, the Book of Hosea is addressed to the people of the northern kingdom — Israel. The word of the LORD that came to Hosea the son of Beeri,. Although peace and apparent prosperity reigns, Judgement and chaos are just around the corner. Since you have forgotten the law of your God, I also will forget your children” (4:6). He had no love for the Ninevites, in fact he wanted The Lord to destroy them utterly! However after much prayer and seeking on my part, God led me to the prophet Jonah. Regarding the supernatural things of God, the Soul is critical and unbelieving, as a result of the Fall from grace in the garden of Eden. If I had a wart on the end of my nose before I was saved, I will still have that wart after I’ve been saved! God’s relation to Israel was that of love ( 2:19 ; 4:1 ; 6:6 ; 10:12 ; 12:6 ). Jeroboam reigned forty-one years (cf. AUTHOR: Hosea A. Much of this material is extracted from my books to enable the Bible student access to the material at zero cost should funds be limited! Assyria looms as the executor of The Lords Judgement on a rebellious and adulterous Nation. This is a short summary of 2 of the most recognised of all the wisdom literature in the Bible - Ecclesiastes and the Song of Solomon. They are called Minor Prophets not because their material is less important or insignificant, but because of the size of the book they wrote was shorter in length. a. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.” (1 Peter 5:8). The book of Hosea is the first of the 12 Books of Minor Prophets. EXCERPT FROM THE 12 MINOR PROPHETS BOOK BY JAMES PARIS – COPYRIGHT APPLIES. Along with articles & posts of a Christian nature, my aim here is to post summaries of every book/epistle in the complete Bible from genesis to Revelation. I can only say that if you do not, then you are at an even greater disadvantage, because how can you prepare to fight something that you do not believe exists! 2, 3 — Hosea gives us more of his personal and intimate experiences than does any other of the prophets. Hosea does what God commanded and married Gomer, who was a daughter of a man named Diblaim. It is also the seat of our emotions, imaginations, values etc.Regarding the supernatural things of God, the Soul is critical and unbelieving, as a result of the Fall from grace in the garden of Eden.Spirit:This is in fact the part of us that has been re-born. Because they were committing adultery!They had broken the marriage covenant and God was determined to bring them back into relationship READ Hosea 2:16. “It will come about in that day,” declares the LORD THAT you will call Me Ishi, and will no longer call Me Baali. Often, we do not recognize the derivation of these Bible names, but this prophet's name would be "Joseph" in English. The prophet Hosea wrote it at approximately 715 B.C. These kings, given to Israel by God \"in anger\" and taken away \"in wrath\" (13:11), floated away \"like a twig on the surface of the waters\" (10:7). “he who seeks the Lord with all his heart shall find Him” (Jer 29:13) Prov 3:6 “In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He will make your paths straight.”Good news – God has made the first move! In the Reformation Study Bible, RC Sproul says it like this: “Hosea’s prophecy not only defines Israel’s sins, but it also warns of impending judgment because of them (5:9–14). In the same way that an unfaithful spouse will say they love their partner, all the while living a lie, is the same way Israel’s heart was towards God. They are called Minor Prophets not because their material is less important or insignificant, but because of the size of the book they wrote was shorter in length. You shall not play the harlot, nor shall you have a man; so I will also be toward you”. Hosea’s days were likely around 760 to 725 BC (the dates that the kings of Israel and Judah occupy as listed at Hosea 1:1). 1. Hosea 1:1 gives us both the author and date. Chapter 3 sees Hosea instructed to ‘love a woman’ who is also an adulteress (probably Gomer again) but not to be intimate with her for a number of days to symbolise the time that Israel would be without a King before they repented of their ways and returned to The Lord – who had been loyal and faithful. READ John 17:3 “This is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent”, The secret is in the word “Know” this is the same word ‘ginosko’ that we find in John 14:20- Read. Some of the links on this site are affiliate links. Chapters 1-3 detail the prophet’s domestic life. In its simplest form it means to listen to the Spirit within, rather than the Carnal voice of the Soul – which is corrupt and against the things of God. Jonah was able to bring the love of God to the Ninevites even though he himself felt no love for them. Personally I have always found it something of a comfort that if a ‘spiritual giant’ such as the Apostle Paul should struggle with such things – then it is no surprise that we all should struggle at times. I will still have the same carnal lusts and desires as I had before I was saved (albeit they are suppressed by the on-going work of the Spirit in my heart) It is our Spirit that has become new and which now leads us to seek after the things of God because therein lies life eternal, freedom and victory! 12:5). Do not ever be fooled by the suggestion that the Christian walk would be easy – it is not! It was never easy for the early disciples and it will certainly be no easier for us. The treatment of various theological ideas alone makes it a valuable aid in the interpretation of Hosea’s message for today. Hosea is faithful; he finds her, redeems her and brings her back home to him. Upon salvation our own spirit was completely changed, Sanctified, Justified, Purified in fact ‘Born Again’ “. Hosea is the first of the 12 Minor Prophets (called “minor” not because they are of less importance, but because the books are shorter). He had no love for the Ninevites, in fact he wanted The Lord to destroy them utterly! •    Chapters 4-14 Hosea describes how Israel has been unfaithful to God. These 12 books are called Minor Prophets not because their message is less important but because they are so much shorter than the previous five books. God wants Israel to repent and turn from their wickedness. The book of Hosea is a Narrative History and Prophetic Oracle. This has no cost implication to the purchaser. God wants Israel to repent and turn from their wickedness. The BookWhat’s in a name? When this is true it all too easily leads to compromise, selfish ambition, and lack of integrity in one’s personal activities and dealings. Religion was booming – but it was the religion of the fertility cults involving all kinds of sexual excess and perversion. (Talk or meditate on the things that The Lord has done in your own life, perhaps giving testimony of your own salvation experience?). Remember you are bringing the Love of God into a situation, through your own presence and willingness to perform His will. You can revoke your consent any time using the Revoke consent button. God's judgments against them. Hosea’s book is the first of the Minor Prophets—the last 12 books of the Old Testament. (1 John 4:8) God is love (READ) “The one who does not love is not from God for God is love”. Galatians ch5:16,17”But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. The idea of Israel’s “smooth” or “insincere” heart is reflected by the adulteries of Hosea’s wife Gomer earlier in the book. He wants to restore Israel however, they continue to disobey and follow their own ways, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Hosea means ‘Salvation’ and this is what the Lord offered to Israel if they would turn from their idolatry or adultery. Question: So how do we transfer this knowledge from Head to Heart? God desires us to know him not just know about him, this is Relationship and in this relationship lies all the promises and power of Almighty God. Of course it is good if you can relate well to the people that you are bringing the good news of the gospel to; if you have a real love in your hearts for them then that is even better. Hosea is the first book in the sections of Minor Prophets. He is the son of Beeri C. Unlike Amos, Hosea preached to his own people in Israel D. 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