Hosea
Testament: Old Testament
Category: Minor Prophets,Prophetic Books
Book Title: Hosea
Book Author: Hosea
Date Written: Around 755-715 B.C
Key Verses: Hosea 6:6, Hosea 14:4
Book Summary
Hosea uses the prophet's troubled marriage to Gomer as a metaphor for Israel's unfaithfulness to God. The book emphasizes God's steadfast love and calls for repentance and restoration.
Historical Context
Hosea prophesied during a time of political instability and moral decline in the northern kingdom of Israel, urging the people to return to God despite their persistent idolatry and disobedience.
Discussion Questions
1. How does Hosea's marriage to Gomer symbolize Israel's relationship with God?
2. What can we learn from God's persistent love and willingness to forgive in Hosea?
3. How do the themes of judgment and restoration in Hosea apply to our own spiritual lives?
Hosea
Book Highlight: Uses Hosea’s marriage to symbolize Israel’s unfaithfulness and God’s enduring love.