We wrap up the book of Hosea by examining how personal Hosea’s message is for him and for us. We explore how the book is divided, consider some of Hosea’s verses that are referenced in the New Testament, and then end with ten lessons that we gain from studying the book. Scriptures referenced include Hosea 11:1; Matthew 2:15; Hosea 6:6; Matthew 9:13; Hosea 10:8; Luke 23:30; Revelation 6:16-17; Hosea 2:23; Hosea 11:8-9; Hosea 4:6; Hosea 5:1; 2 Kings 17:3-6; and Hosea 8:14.
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