HOSEA

HOSEA 1:8-9 A Son: You Are Not My People, I Am Not Your God

De: CHARLES MORRIS

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

What does the Book of Hosea teach us? What is the main theme, purpose, and meaning of the book of Hosea? What are the lessons we can learn and apply to our lives today from the story of Hosea?

The Book of Hosea is certainly emotional and relational. In the message of Hosea, we see the passion, jealousy, commitment, heartbreak, judgment, and the love of God. People often talk about what they feel about God. Hosea tells us what God feels and thinks about Israel, sin, and us. In Hosea, we will see God's Word concerning false religion, spiritual adultery, injustice, judgment, the remnant, the restoration, and God’s unconditional love.

"Go and marry a prostitute." These are the first words God spoke to His prophet Hosea. Why would God ask one of His prophets to go to such extremes? An adulterous woman, Gomer repeatedly spurns the love of her youth, while her betrayed husband, Hosea, offers forgiveness and seeks to win her back. With this bold and uncomfortable imagery, Hosea tells the story of God and his people.

How does this speak to us and the culture in which we live? This verse-by-verse expository commentary makes Hosea's message applicable today. Especially in light of our cultural changes and the idolatry and sin rampant in the church. Charles carefully and biblically takes us through the unfolding story of Hosea and his wife, Gomer, while explaining the basic message in vivid detail.

Hosea's prophecy is a book of hope for us today as Charles shows that Yahweh God can be trusted to win back the love of his people despite a less than promising outlook. God’s compassion for Israel is seen as He welcomes Israel like a husband who lovingly takes back an unfaithful wife.

Charles’ gift as an interpreter of God’s Word is clearly evident here in his treatment of this oft-neglected Minor Prophet. Designed primarily for the Pastor, Bible teacher, and serious student of God’s Word, this Exegetical Commentary on the Book of Hosea brings together commentary features rarely gathered together in one book.