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Seeking the Best Direction and Guidance

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Mark Shields

The charges God brings against Israel as listed in Hosea 5-6 included corruption, arrogance, unfaithfulness, and idol worship. The religious and political leaders were responsible for the spiritual decline as they promoted war instead of peace; worshiped idols rather than … Continue reading →

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Praise for What He Gave

Posted on October 21, 2016 by Mark Shields

Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him. – 1 Corinthians 2:9 What is our greatest reward in this life? Is it … Continue reading →

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Our True Reward

Posted on October 20, 2016 by Mark Shields

What are the reasons for Gomer leaving Hosea? What action does Hosea plan to take? In what ways are you like Gomer? How has God made you realize that life’s good things are from Him? The domestic life of Hosea … Continue reading →

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Disciplined Listening

Posted on October 19, 2016 by Mark Shields

Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans. – Proverbs 16:3 As shared in the post Unlimited Potential with God, Israel was not faithful to God and their future was not going to be easy. … Continue reading →

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Unlimited Potential With God

Posted on October 18, 2016 by Mark Shields

As recorded in Hosea 1, the domestic life of Hosea portrays the unfaithfulness of Israel where murder, idolatry, and immorality was rampant. For Hosea would marry a promiscuous woman named Gomer and they would have three children. The first was … Continue reading →

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