So My people are bent on turning from Me. Though
they call them to the One on high, None at
all exalts Him. How can I give you up, O Ephraim? How can
I surrender you, O Israel? How can I make you like Admah? How can
I treat you like Zeboiim? My heart is turned over within Me, All My
compassions are kindled. I will not execute My fierce anger; I will
not destroy Ephraim again. For I am God and not man, the Holy One in your midst, And I
will not come in wrath.
Hosea
11:7-9 New American Standard
Bible (NASB)
This is a
wonderful chapter depicting God’s longing for His people. It shows the depth of
His love and affection for them, even though they are determined to turn away
from Him. Even though He knows they will reject Him, He will continue to call
to them. Unlike so many lovers who are driven away by their spouse’s
unfaithfulness, God cannot be driven away. His love is so much stronger, His
compassion so much greater than anything we could imagine. This affection and
love applies to all of His children, not just the Jews. If you have a saving
faith in Jesus, you are His child and He loves you with this same depth and
affection. He is not a selfish lover that wants to punish you for the hurt you
have caused Him. He longs to be good and kind to you, to lavish His love on
you. Will you let Him?
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