Hosea 14:1
CONTENTS In this Chapter the man of God closeth his prophecy, in the sweetest and tenderest expressions of the Lord's grace and mercy. Israel is shown his fall by nature; and the richest promises follow of grace.... [ Continue Reading ]
CONTENTS In this Chapter the man of God closeth his prophecy, in the sweetest and tenderest expressions of the Lord's grace and mercy. Israel is shown his fall by nature; and the richest promises follow of grace.... [ Continue Reading ]
We may divide this Chapter into three grand parts. The first, in which the Holy Ghost points out to Israel his fall, and shows what method he is to take in seeking to the Lord for a recovery. The second sets forth the Lord's gracious assurances of pardon, mercy, and peace. And the third represents t... [ Continue Reading ]
Here we have the second division of the Chapter, in a Cluster of the richest promises. Reader! contemplate the Lord Jesus in all these precious things, (for He is the speaker), and oh! for grace, that both you and I may see and know our own personal interest in them, for they are most blessed. Jesus... [ Continue Reading ]
Here we have the third great branch of doctrine in this most delightful Chapter; namely, the sweet and sure effects of grace, when that grace is inwrought by the Holy Ghost in the heart. And such will be the blessed consequences on all truly regenerated and penitent sinners. Therefore God the Holy G... [ Continue Reading ]
REFLECTIONS BLESSED be God for the sweet and precious doctrines contained in this Chapter. May God the Holy Ghost write their full import on the heart both of Writer and Reader. I would pray for grace to see my own state described in the first part of it. Indeed every child of God may truly exclaim... [ Continue Reading ]