“Blow the shofar! Sound the alarm! Like a scavenging vulture, disaster is swooping down on YAHWEH’s land because they have violated my covenant and rebelled against my instruction. Of course, they cry out to me, ‘Our God!’ My people, Israel, you claim that you know me, but you have rejected what is good. Therefore, your enemies will pursue you.” “They have selected kings but without my consent, and appointed leaders but without seeking my advice. They have made idols out of their silver and gold— what an excellent way to lose their money!
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5 Days
Join Hillsong East Coast's online experience and walk through this corresponding plan based on Pastor Danielle Jeyaratnam's September 2021 message, "Vow to Plow ." Read through God's Word within each devotional and reflect through guided questions for individual consideration and group discussion. We pray it encourages you!
14 Days
This prophet Hosea ministered during one of the most difficult times in Israel's history. The midst of the struggles, God called Hosea to speak wisdom to his people. So, what did Hosea tell them? And what can we learn from his wisdom today?
31 Days
Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage, key verses for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and prayers to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme, “God’s Saving Word: Mercy and Forgiveness.” [Scriptures are quoted in the GNT.]
13 Days
God used Hosea to powerfully communicate His anguish towards the nation of Israel due to their continued idol worship. Hosea’s life and ministry show both the heart-breaking cost of idolatry as well as the lengths to which God will go to redeem His sinful people back to Him. This book reminds us that despite our sinful idolatry, God is always faithful.
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