Mon, 11 September 2006
Hosea (salvation) is one of the most unusual books of the Bible - the story of a young prophet told to marry a beautiful prostitute, who
after the birth of their children is drawn back to her old life. She is
repeatedly unfaithful. It is a story of unrequited love and deep
ingratitude, but it is also a story of a yet more presistent love,
forgiveness and a plea for return (repentance). It is a picture of
God's enduring love for his own wayward people. These lessons are rich
in spiritual insight and passionate longing for the sinner's return.
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