Podcasts about Hosea

Hosea 3-5; Proverbs 17:21-25; Philippians 4:2-23

Hosea 1, 2; Psalm 82; Proverbs 17:16-20; Philippians 3:1-4:1

THE BOOK OF MICAH Lesson 1, Introduction and Chapter 1 The Prophet Micah lived, prophesied, and wrote in the 8th century B.C. That century was one of much prophetic activity. It was the century of Amos, Hosea, Isaiah, and Jonah, with Micah living in final third of the 8th, and at the very beginning of […] The post Lesson 1 – Micah Intro & Ch 1 appeared first on Torah Class.

In our faith journey, we often encounter moments that challenge our understanding of God's ways. Today, we delve into the fascinating realm of 'holy weirdness' – those instances in Scripture where God calls His prophets to perform strange, even shocking acts. We explore examples like Ezekiel's symbolic siege, Hosea's marriage to Gomer, and Isaiah's naked prophecy. These accounts remind us that God's methods can be unpredictable and uncomfortable, stretching us beyond our comfort zones. As we approach the end times, we may witness more of these perplexing spiritual manifestations. The key lesson here is to cultivate discernment, humility, and an open heart. We're encouraged to slow down our judgments, seek the Lord's guidance, and remember that while God is not the author of confusion, He may use the unconventional to grab our attention and convey profound truths. This episode of Mavericks & Misfits challenges us to examine our own spiritual boxes and preconceptions, inviting us to embrace a faith that's alive, dynamic, and sometimes wonderfully weird.

On this episode, David Wollen opens Hosea to remind us that God’s grace is stronger than our unfaithfulness.

In this message, Terry Timm explores the unfailing love and compassion of God as depicted in the story of the prophet Hosea, emphasizing God's relentless pursuit and forgiveness despite humanity's tendency to stray. Timm highlights the contrast between the expectations of a patriarchal society and God's revolutionary expression of parental love, culminating in the ultimate revelation of this love through Jesus Christ. 

SHOW NOTES   In Podcast Episode 343, “What Idols Do You Need to Completely Erase?” Kim discusses the dangers of partial obedience. King Uzziah, as well as a few of his ancestors, are described as doing what was pleasing in the Lord's sight, but they did not destroy the pagan shrines. First, this was in direct disobedience to God's instructions to the Israelites when they came into the promised land. Additionally, even if these were not places of temptation for these kings, they were places of temptation for others and needed to be completely eradicated. Now, how can this be applied to our lives today?   Our focal passage for this episode is 2 Kings 15:1-4, with 3-4 as the focal verse:   3 He did what was pleasing in the Lord's sight, just as his father, Amaziah, had done. 4 But he did not destroy the pagan shrines, and the people still offered sacrifices and burned incense there.     WEEKLY ENGAGEMENT FEATURE:   What places of idolatry do you need to destroy in your own life?   Additional Resources and Scriptures:   2 “When you drive out the nations that live there, you must destroy all the places where they worship their gods—high on the mountains, up on the hills, and under every green tree. 3 Break down their altars and smash their sacred pillars. Burn their Asherah poles and cut down their carved idols. Completely erase the names of their gods! 4 “Do not worship the Lord your God in the way these pagan peoples worship their gods. 5 Rather, you must seek the Lord your God at the place of worship he himself will choose from among all the tribes—the place where his name will be honored. (Deut. 12:2-5) 2 Kings 17:7–12; Jeremiah 17:2–3; Hosea 10:8 EMAIL — encouragingothersinlovingjesus@gmail.com X - https://x.com/eoinlovingjesus?s=21&t=YcRjZQUpvP7FrJmm7Pe1hg INSTAGRAM -  https://www.instagram.com/encouragingothersinlovingjesus/ “Encouraging Others in Loving Jesus” YouTube Channel: Check it out at https://www.youtube.com/@EncouragingOthersInLovingJesus     I WANT TO BEGIN A PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS CHRIST.   RESOURCES USED FOR BOOK OF 1 & 2 Kings PODCASTS: “The Wiersbe Bible Commentary: The Complete Old Testament OT in One Volume” “Christ-Centered Exposition: Exalting Jesus in 1 & 2 Kings” by Tony Merida “The Tony Evans Bible Commentary: Advancing God's Kingdom Agenda” “Life Application Study Bible” “The Swindoll Study Bible: NLT” by Charles R. Swindoll Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary “The Baker Illustrated Bible Background Commentary” by J. Scott Duvall and J. Daniel Hays (Editors) Expositor's Bible Commentary (Abridged Edition): Old Testament, 2004, by Kenneth L. Barker, John R. Kohlenberger, III.     "Encouraging Others in Loving Jesus" Facebook Group:   Our Facebook Group is devoted to providing a place for us to encourage each other through all the seasons of life. Follow the provided link to request admittance into “Encouraging Others in Loving Jesus”—https://www.facebook.com/groups/encouragingothersinlovingjesus/ Feel free to invite others who will be good encouragers and/or need encouragement to follow Jesus.   This podcast is hosted by Kim Smith, a small town Country Girl who left her comfort zone to follow Jesus in a big City World. Now, she wants to use God's Word and lessons from her faith journey to encourage others in loving Jesus.   In each episode, Kim will share insights regarding a portion of God's Word and challenge listeners to apply the lessons to their daily lives.   If you want to grow in your faith and learn how to encourage others in loving Jesus, subscribe and commit to prayerfully listening each week.   Remember, “It's Always a Trust & Obey Kinda Day!”   If you have questions or comments or would like to learn more about how to follow Jesus, please email Kim at EncouragingOthersinLovingJesus@gmail.com.     National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline   988   https://988lifeline.org/   Reference: Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Tyndale House Publishers. Holy Bible: New Living Translation. Wheaton, Ill: Tyndale House Publishers, 2004.   Podcast recorded through Cleanfeed and edited through GarageBand. The soundtrack, entitled “Outlaw John McShane” was obtained from Pixabay.     The HIDDEN Episodes:  If you can't access episodes 1-50 on your podcast app (the podcast was then entitled "A Country Girl in a City World - Loving Jesus"), you can get all the content at my Podbean site at https://acountrygirlinacityworldlovingjesus.podbean.com/  

In 1947, with the dissolution of the British Indian Empire, more than 15 million people migrated for religious reasons. The upheaval was worsened by monsoon flooding and the spread of disease. More than a million refugees died. Throughout history, people have migrated—seeking freedom, safety, or a better life. The urge to move is ingrained in the human experience. The most famous example in Scripture is the exodus story of the Jews to the promised land. This experience wasn’t foreign to Jesus either. As a young baby, His parents fled to Egypt to protect His life from the murderous Herod. It’s ironic that as the Israelites fled to the promised land (Exodus 3:17) to get away from a king who killed young boys (Exodus 1:16), Joseph is told to take Jesus “and his mother and escape to Egypt” to flee a tyrant who did the same (Matthew 2:13, 17). Matthew tells us this journey was to fulfill the prophecy in Hosea 11:1 that “out of Egypt I called my son” (Matthew 2:15). But it’s also a reminder that Christ understands the human experience (Hebrews 4:15). We have a Savior who knows us and has experienced the same trials and tribulations we have. We can seek Him in our difficult moments. He listens and intercedes on our behalf (Hebrews 4:14-16).

Dear Church This is the video HERE to watch before listening to this podcast.This is the Q&A session with pastors and elders following episode four of a new six-part YouTube series in which Mairi is reading out our 2024 book, God Closed Church. (All info about the book here). How do church pastors and elders typically think about the all-important church closures of March 2020? Where are the fault lines that result from a lack of wisdom and 'prophetic knowledge'?"Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint..." (Proverbs 29:18)"My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge; because you have rejected knowledge, I reject you from being a priest to me. And since you have forgotten the law of your God, I also will forget your children." (Hosea 4:6)Here is the first video. Yours in Christ, Nick & Mairi FranksPSOur main giving page is here.You can read a full chapter and learn what this means in this here. If you would like to help us to begin a new house church, please see here.

The coming destruction of Nineveh is full of woe for Assyria as a consequence of their idolatry and sin. The LORD is against them and will leave them with nothing but shame because they have rejected Him as their comforter. As the Egyptian city of Thebes was once powerless before Assyria, so Nineveh will now be powerless before the LORD, as will anyone who rejects the gift of faith in Christ. Though the kings of Assyria could not keep the people of Nineveh safe, the LORD as the Good Shepherd will gather His people into His holy Church.  Rev. Jeremy Swem, pastor at Our Savior Lutheran Church and School in Grand Rapids, MI, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Nahum 3:1-19.  To learn more about Our Savior, visit oursavior-gr.org. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

Today is day 276 and we are studying The Second Commandment. 276. How did Israel break the first two commandments? Israel neglected God's Law, worshiped the gods of the nations around them, and brought images of these gods (idols) into God's temple, thus corrupting his worship. (Exodus 32; Judges 10:6; 1 Kings 12:28–33; 2 Kings 21:1–9; Psalm 106:19–43; Hosea 13:2; 1 Corinthians 10:1–14) We will conclude today by praying Proper 19 found on page 620 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019). If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to ⁠anglicanchurch.net/catechism⁠. Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS. Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Nahum vividly describes the coming destruction of Nineveh at the hands of the Babylonian army. No matter what preparations the Assyrians attempt to make, the LORD will lead the Babylonian army in bringing His destruction. Nineveh will be plundered and left desolate as the LORD carries out His judgment against the unrepentant city.  Rev. Phillip Fischaber, pastor at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Walnut, IL, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Nahum 2:1-13.  To learn more about Holy Trinity, visit htlcwalnut.org. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

It's another installment in our occasional Bible book feature. This time around, Jared Wilson talks with Dr. Andrew King, Assoc. Prof. of Biblical Studies and Assistant Dean of Spurgeon College, about Hosea. Who was this prophet? What does his story have to do with the story of Jesus? And how can this book impact a local church?

God’s love is relentless, personal, and healing—even when we run, rebel, or reject Him. In Hosea 2:14–16, we see a God who pursues His people with grace, redemption, and restoration, offering hope when we least deserve it. Just like Israel’s story of betrayal and reconciliation, we are pursued in love by a Savior who refuses to let us go. Highlights Discover the depth of God’s faithful love in Hosea 2:14–16 Why God compared His relationship with Israel to a broken marriage The powerful picture of grace in the face of betrayal and rejection How God turns judgment into restoration and hope What it means to be pursued by God in your own faith journey Join the Conversation How has God pursued you in moments of failure or rebellion? Share your story with us on Instagram and Facebook @LifeAudio and connect with others walking this journey of grace. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review to help more people discover encouragement from God’s Word.

Although little is known about Nahum himself, the meaning of his name, “comfort,” describes well what is found in his preaching. The people of God had been regularly oppressed by the nation of Assyria and its capital city, Nineveh. Therefore, the LORD comforts His people by speaking about the destruction of Nineveh. To those who are the LORD's enemies, He comes with vengeance and wrath. He promises that Nineveh will not be able to withstand Him. While there is no comfort for all who stand against the LORD, those who take refuge in Him have Him as their stronghold and rejoice in the good news that He sends to them.  Rev. Ned Moerbe, pastor at Memorial Lutheran Church and School in Houston, TX, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Nahum 1:1-15.  To learn more about Memorial Lutheran, visit mlchouston.org “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

Hosea 2 ; 14-17

In this episode of Arise + Abide, Curtis and Sally reflect on Hosea chapter 6, a passage titled A Call to Repentance. Hosea invites the people to return to the Lord with the assurance that God will respond as surely as the dawn breaks and the spring rains fall. Yet the chapter also reveals God's grief over Israel and Judah's fleeting devotion—love that evaporates like morning mist. The discussion explores God's heart for relationship over ritual, emphasizing that He desires love and obedience rather than empty sacrifices. Curtis and Sally connect Hosea's message to Jesus' words in Matthew 9, where He calls for mercy instead of ritual offerings, reminding us that God has always sought hearts that truly know Him. They also consider the cost of discipleship: being vulnerable before God, allowing His Word to cut to the heart, and engaging deeply in scripture, prayer, and community. Amid judgment, Hosea points to God's enduring desire to heal, restore, and make His people whole. The episode closes with the reminder that obedience and love are greater than any outward act of sacrifice, and that God's promises of renewal are as steady as the morning light.  

September 28, 2025 🧡 Message Overview We all love a good love story — from fictional classics like Romeo and Juliet to blockbuster romances like Titanic. But the Bible's love story between Hosea and Gomer is no fairy tale — it's raw, heartbreaking, and profoundly real. In it, God uses Hosea's marriage to a prostitute … Continue reading "A Bride Named Gomer"

Where can we find truth? How do we fight our nature to make excuses? Join the Village Pastors as we discuss Hosea 4!

“O Israel and Judah, what should I do with you?” asks the Lord. “For your love vanishes like the morning mist and disappears like dew in the sunlight. I sent my prophets to cut you to pieces - to slaughter you with my words, with judgments as inescapable as light. I want you to show love, not offer sacrifices. I want you to know me more than I want burnt offerings. But like Adam, you broke my covenant and betrayed my trust.” - Hosea 6:4-7We're getting deeper into the prophets now as we've moved from what are considered the major prophets to the minor prophets. Now don't let these terms color your view of these next books - the minor prophets have a lot to say. In fact, this conversation on Hosea has been one of my favorites. Honestly, I had not spent much time in Hosea before but man did re-reading it and spending time prepping for this conversation really impact me. Hosea is, yes, another prophet trying to warn Israel of the coming judgment of the Lord, but the approach Hosea takes hits home in a fresh way. To help us navigate the book of Hosea is Dr. Duane Garrett - chair of Old Testament at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and author of a commentary on Hosea. In this conversation Dr. Garrett and I talk about the continued role of prophets, the unique structure to Hosea, and why God seems to be focusing his attention on Israel rather than the surrounding pagan nations. Doable Discipleship is a Saddleback Church podcast produced and hosted by Jason Wieland. It premiered in 2017 and now offers more than 400 episodes. Episodes release every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app and on the Saddleback Church YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/saddleback).Resources Related to This Episode:https://www.amazon.com/Hosea-Joel-Exegetical-Theological-Exposition/dp/0805401199Subscribe to the Doable Discipleship podcast at Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doable-discipleship/id1240966935) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1Zc9nuwQZOLadbFCZCmZ1V)Related Doable Discipleship Episodes: Navigating the Bible: Daniel - https://youtu.be/bnQ-PioWxfgNavigating the Bible: Ezekiel - https://youtu.be/hlg6gBYxqsgNavigating the Bible: Lamentations - https://youtu.be/6rrizlXeYXENavigating the Bible: Jeremiah - https://youtu.be/lXPjWl8PdRkNavigating the Bible: Isaiah - https://youtu.be/NZJLaPkgEgsNavigating the Bible: Song of Songs - https://youtu.be/Sg0CYlNBVMgNavigating the Bible: Ecclesiastes - https://youtu.be/-Wr7LCh8F9ENavigating the Bible: Proverbs - https://youtu.be/DytRT5AsZg8Navigating the Bible: Psalms - https://youtu.be/oZeesooAYUINavigating the Bible: Job - https://youtu.be/14jaf2T1eCQNavigating the Bible: Esther - https://youtu.be/7RZ7ATWQZucNavigating the Bible: Nehemiah - https://youtu.be/Gok4WDgwn5INavigating the Bible: Ezra - https://youtu.be/aBC0nEjYeyoNavigating the Bible: 2 Chronicles - https://youtu.be/OG3rHTgMgEINavigating the Bible: 1 Chronicles - https://youtu.be/lQ_Qc4zbfgANavigating the Bible: 2 Kings - https://youtu.be/04q9gDhBKTkNavigating the Bible: 1 Kings - https://youtu.be/aS-KoeQXl2kNavigating the Bible: 2 Samuel - https://youtu.be/ZbpafGgOW7cNavigating the Bible: 1 Samuel - https://youtu.be/lY8wPElSFMYNavigating the Bible: Rute - https://youtu.be/YaH-t-ZzTaMNavigating the Bible: Judges - https://youtu.be/qNGcOf2o0NUNavigating the Bible: Joshua - https://youtu.be/hF28aThBtFsNavigating the Bible: Deuteronomy - https://youtu.be/HzmNgPOM4zUNavigating the Bible: Numbers - https://youtu.be/H1HO6V9HDxsNavigating the Bible: Leviticus - https://youtu.be/08RhDCXYex4Navigating the Bible: Exodus - https://youtu.be/NB9UTpS1F3MNavigating the Bible: Genesis - https://youtu.be/ddhjMfOoasAInspiring Dreams by Keys of Moon | https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoonMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Micah's concluding sermon is a play on his name. Who is like God? Only the LORD passes over the sins of His people, for He is the God of steadfast love. His compassion comes anew so that our sins are cast into the depths of the ocean, and they will never be fished out. He remembers His promise made to our fathers in the faith, and He has kept that promise in the Lord Jesus Christ.  Rev. Jacob Heine, pastor at Faith Lutheran Church in Topeka, KS, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Micah 7:18-20.  To learn more about Faith Lutheran, visit faithlutherantopeka.com. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

Today in History: What verse spoke to you most today and why? Did you learn something you need to do in your life? Today in History: Under King Solomon, Israel began a 14-day dedication ceremony for the First Temple (see 1 Kings 8). If Messiah was born on Rosh HaShanah, this was the day of Yeshua's “brit mila,” his circumcision ceremony (possible date, see Luke 2:21). Shabbat Shuvah (Sabbath of Return) falls during the days of awe and repentance, between Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur. The name “Shabbat Shuvah” comes from the Haftarah in Hosea 14, “Return [shuvah], O Israel, to the LORD your God.” Shuvah means “return” or “repent.”This week's portion is called Ha'azinu (Listen)TORAH PORTION: Deuteronomy 32:13–18GOSPEL PORTION: Acts 25:1–12What verse spoke to you most today and why?Did you learn something you need to do in your life?Daily Bread for Kids is a daily Bible reading podcast where we read through the Torah and the Gospels in one year! Helping young Bible-readers to study God's Word, while also discovering its Jewish context!THE KIDS' JOURNAL is available from ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arielmedia.shop⁠⁠⁠⁠BUSY MOMS who want to follow the Daily Bread readings on podcast for adults, can go to ⁠⁠https://dailybreadmoms.com⁠⁠The Bible translation we are reading from is the Tree of Life Version (TLV) available from the Tree of Life Bible Society.INSTAGRAM: @dailybreadkids @arielmediabooks @dailybreadmomsTags: #DailyBreadMoms #DailyBreadJournal #BibleJournaling #Messianic #BiblePodcast #BiblicalFeasts #Journal #biblereadingplan #Messiah #JewishRoots #Yeshua #GodIsInControl #OneYearBible #MomLife #MotherCulture #FaithFilledMama #BiblicalWomanhood #Proverbs31woman

A new MP3 sermon from Anchored In Truth Ministries is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Gloriously Shocking Unveiling of Grace Speaker: Jeff Noblit Broadcaster: Anchored In Truth Ministries Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/28/2025 Bible: Hosea 2:14 Length: 40 min.

Along with the faithful remnant, Micah confesses that no one is righteous. Even the closest family relationships are torn by sin. Yet Micah and the faithful people of God look to the LORD for their salvation, knowing that He will vindicate them in the end. As they call upon the LORD to be their Shepherd, the LORD answers and promises that He will bring His salvation as He once did in the land of Egypt.  Rev. Tim Storck, pastor at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Chesterfield, MI, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Micah 7:1-17.  To learn more about Good Shepherd Lutheran, visit facebook.com/GoodShepChesterfield. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

So many of us Christian women have wrestled with seeking validation from guys—through relationships, attention, and even lust. Let's talk about how God used Hosea 2:6-7 to stop me in my tracks and lovingly discipline me.“Therefore I will block her path with thornbushes; I will wall her in so that she cannot find her way. She will chase after her lovers but not catch them; she will look for them but not find them.” – Hosea 2:6-7 (NIV)

The Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) is the holiest day in the biblicalcalendar, a time of fasting, repentance, and seeking God's mercy. In thisteaching, Dr. Kenny Russell reveals how every detail of Yom Kippur points toYeshua the Messiah as our Great High Priest and perfect sacrifice.Discover:· The High Priest's role inLeviticus and how Yeshua fulfills it once for all (Hebrews 9).· The prophetic meaning ofthe two goats, one sacrificed, one carrying sins away, and how Messiah embodiesboth (John 1:29, Isaiah 53).· Why Yeshua's blood doesn'tjust cover sin but removes it, giving us direct access to the Father (Hebrews10:10, Hebrews 4:16).· How believers today canapproach Yom Kippur with humility, repentance, and joy, knowing our redemptionis complete in Him.You'll also learn how to intercede for the lostsheep of the house of Israel:· Standing in the gap inprayer (Ezekiel 22:30).· Asking for eyes to beopened and the veil lifted (2 Corinthians 3:14-16).· Declaring God's covenantpromises (Jeremiah 31, Ezekiel 36, Romans 11).· Praying for repentance,protection from deception, and bold laborers for the harvest (Hosea 14, 2Thessalonians 2, Matthew 9:37-38).Romans 11 reminds us: “You do not support the root, but the root supports you.” Theroot of the olive tree is God's covenant with the patriarchs, fulfilled inYeshua, the life-giving source for Judea and Israel, and all who are graftedinto the commonwealth of Israel.Be encouraged: On Yom Kippur, we don't fear judgment - we rejoice in forgiveness throughthe finished work of Messiah!

Sunday PM 09-28-2025. Verse-by-Verse through Hosea.

Join us as we continue through our series in Hosea!

Parasja Wajelech / Sabbat ShuvaTe lezen: Deut. 31:1 – 30 / Hosea 14:2 – 10 (1-9), Micha 7:18–20 en Joël 2:15–27 / Hebreeën 13:5-8 en Mattheüs 28:16-20Inleidende tekstWees sterk en moedig, wees niet bevreesd en schrik niet voor hen terug, want het is de HEERE, uw God, Die met u meegaat. Hij zal u niet loslaten en u niet verlaten.Deut. 31:6 (HSV)In parasja Wajelech (“hij ging”) zet Mozes zijn laatste stappen als leider. Hij moet loslaten: hij mag het Beloofde Land niet binnengaan en draagt de leiding over aan Jozua. Juíst dan klinkt de belofte: de Eeuwige gaat Zelf vóór Zijn volk uit en legt Zijn Geest op Jozua. Daarom is in deze parasja één woord leidend: chazak ve'ematz, wees sterk en moedig.We bevinden ons in de Tien Ontzagwekkende Dagen tussen Bazuinedag en Grote Verzoendag. Daarom heet deze sabbat Sabbat Shuva; de sabbat van terugkeer. Ze nodigt ons uit onze weg met de Eeuwige te herijken en tot Hem terug te keren: Hosea roept “Keer terug, Israël”, Micha bezingt Gods vergevende trouw, en Joël tekent de heilige samenkomst en verootmoediging. In het Nieuwe Verbond klinkt hetzelfde: “Ik zal u niet begeven” (Heb. 13:5) en “Ga… Ik ben met u alle dagen” (Mat. 28:20).Support the show

By Every Word, 9-28-25

Hosea 11: The Heart of God

The LORD brings an indictment against His people. He reminds them that He has done nothing to weary them, but He has always brought them redemption throughout His dealings with them. Micah leads the people in remembering that the response the LORD desires is not merely an outward show, but rather a sincere and humble faith in the LORD who is merciful and just. Despite Micah's faithful preaching, the people respond with continued deceit toward each other. Therefore, the LORD proclaims that they will not reap the fruit they desire.  Rev. Matt Wietfeldt, Assistant Vice President of Admissions at Concordia Theological Seminary in Ft. Wayne, IN, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Micah 6:1-16.  To learn more about Concordia Theological Seminary, visit ctsfw.edu. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

Today in History: Shabbat Shuvah (Sabbath of Return) falls during the days of awe and repentance, between Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur. The name “Shabbat Shuvah” comes from the Haftarah in Hosea 14, “Return [shuvah], O Israel, to the LORD your God.” Shuvah means “return” or “repent.”TORAH PORTION: Deuteronomy 31:25–30HAFTARAH: Hosea 14:1–9[2–10], Micah 7:18–20APOSTLES: Hebrews 12:1–17How does the Haftarah connect to this special Shabbat?How do the Apostles connect to this special Shabbat?Daily Bread for Kids is a daily Bible reading podcast where we read through the Torah and the Gospels in one year! Helping young Bible-readers to study God's Word, while also discovering its Jewish context!THE KIDS' JOURNAL is available from ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arielmedia.shop⁠⁠⁠⁠BUSY MOMS who want to follow the Daily Bread readings on podcast for adults, can go to ⁠⁠https://dailybreadmoms.com⁠⁠The Bible translation we are reading from is the Tree of Life Version (TLV) available from the Tree of Life Bible Society.INSTAGRAM: @dailybreadkids @arielmediabooks @dailybreadmomsTags: #DailyBreadMoms #DailyBreadJournal #BibleJournaling #Messianic #BiblePodcast #BiblicalFeasts #Journal #biblereadingplan #Messiah #JewishRoots #Yeshua #GodIsInControl #OneYearBible #MomLife #MotherCulture #FaithFilledMama #BiblicalWomanhood #Proverbs31woman

Hosea 14: 2-10; Luke 7: 36-50; Haydock Commentary Please consider donating to help keep this podcast going by going to buymeacoffee.com/catholicdailybrief Also, if you enjoy these episodes, please give a five star rating and share the podcast with your friends and family

Wednesday 09-24-2025. Verse-by-Verse through Hosea.

As Micah proclaims the LORD's coming victory for the sake of His people, the prophet turns our attention to the birth of the promised Savior. The Savior will be born not in Jerusalem, but in Bethlehem. He will be the King in the line of David who will shepherd God's people in security. The LORD will deliver His remnant from the nations, and all people will see that their idols are useless.  Rev. Carl Roth, pastor at Grace Lutheran Church in Elgin, TX, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Micah 5:1-15.  To learn more about Grace Lutheran, visit graceelgin.org. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

Bro. Doug Foster presents "Being Satisfied with Just a Misting Instead of Being Saturated" from Hosea 6, during a worship service at Immanuel Baptist Church, Florence, Ky. Please visit us at 7183 Pleasant Valley Road Florence KY 41042, or call us at (859) 586-6829. Church links: Website: https://www.ibcflorence.com Daily Devotions: https://www.ibcflorence.com/devotions Free App: http://www.ibcflorence.com/ibc-app Our entire list of recent sermons: https://www.ibcflorence.com/recent-sermons Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/ibcflorence Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ibcflorenceky Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ibcflorence/ Podcasts: https://soundcloud.com/user-658781358 Live Stream: https://www.youtube.com/ibcflorence/live We would love to know how to pray for you! Romans 10:9

With words very similar to the contemporary prophet Isaiah, Micah speaks about the coming days when the mountain of the LORD will be lifted above all other mountains, causing peoples to stream to the LORD's house to hear His Word. As the LORD leads His people to walk in His name, He reigns over them as no other king could. Even though Babylon will take the people of Israel captive, the LORD will ultimately deliver His people and defeat their enemies.  Rev. Jeff Hemmer, pastor at Bethany Lutheran Church in Fairview Heights, IL, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Micah 4:1-13.  To learn more about Bethany Lutheran, visit bethanylcms.org. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

In this episode of Arise + Abide, Curtis and Sally reflect on Hosea chapter 5, a sobering passage that exposes the failure of Israel's priests and leaders. The text reveals how arrogance, idolatry, and misplaced trust in foreign powers led God's people into spiritual ruin. Despite their sacrifices, the Lord had withdrawn, leaving them to experience the consequences of their rebellion. Curtis and Sally discuss how this chapter shows the depth of Israel's brokenness—their deeds would not allow them to return to God without His intervention. They explore how God's judgment, though severe, carries the promise of restoration when His people confess their guilt and earnestly seek Him again. Drawing connections to Jesus' teachings, they reflect on the cost of discipleship, the danger of idolatry in modern life, and the enduring call to repent and turn back to the Lord. Even in the midst of judgment, Hosea 5 reminds us of God's steadfast desire to be known by His people and His readiness to heal and redeem those who humbly return to Him.

Do not my words do good to him who walks uprightly? Micah 2:7   One of my favorite books of the Bible, highlighting the character of our God - faithful in steadfast love, but holy and righteous in His judgment. He predicted a time when prophets, like himself, would vanish from Israel, but boldly proclaimed God's message in his day: Therefore it shall be night to you, without vision, and darkness to you, without divination. The sun shall go down on the prophets, and the day shall be black over them; the seers shall be disgraced, and the diviners put to shame; they shall all cover their lips, for there is no answer from God.   But as for me, I am filled with power, with the Spirit of the LORD, and with justice and might, to declare to Jacob his transgression and to Israel his sin.   Micah 3:6–8 Micah was a contemporary of Amos, Hosea; and Isaiah, and he accurately predicted the fall of Israel to Assyria and Judah to Babylon in judgment for their wicked abuse of power and oppression of the poor. His indictment is scathing: Hear, you heads of Jacob and rulers of the house of Israel! Is it not for you to know justice?— you who hate the good and love the evil Micah 3:1–2 It is no mistake that in the book of Micah God is looking out for the humble, lowly and poor who are being mistreated by the powerful and corrupt, as the birthplace of the Messiah is here announced as that humble little agrarian town of Bethlehem, the House of Bread ... the bread that comes down from heaven, who also was used and abused by the powerful.   Micah's predictions of the Lord Jesus, like those of Isaiah, are stunning! ... with a rod they strike the judge of Israel on the cheek. But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel, whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days.   This helpful summary of Micah, we pray, will help in your study of this wonderful book in God's word. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFEUEcylwLc

Hosea 9-14

Micah preaches against the rulers who should know and seek justice according to the LORD's Word and against the prophets who are only out for shameful gain. Such abuses do physical and spiritual damage to people that is far greater than our eyes often see, and the LORD has severe consequences for such sins committed by those who misuse their authority. The LORD promises neither to hear their prayers nor to speak His Word, all in an effort to wake His people up from their unbelief so that they would turn to Him anew for mercy. Even in the midst of such false prophets, Micah stands as a true prophet who has heard the LORD's Word and proclaims it faithfully, pointing forward to Jesus as the One who is the very Word of God made flesh.  Rev. Sean Kilgo, pastor at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Micah 3:1-12.  To learn more about Redeemer Lutheran, visit Redeemer-Lawrence.org. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

Hosea 4-8

The LORD sees those whose covetous thoughts hatch into plots of theft, and He devises their destruction, from which they will not be able to escape. Many of Micah's hearers refuse to believe that the LORD who is among them could do such a thing to Israel, but Micah's proclamation of woe against Israel is true. The false preachers, as beloved as they may be, only hide the true disaster that will come. Yet the LORD promises mercy, for He will gather His remnant and reign over them as their true King. This text calls us to examine our hearts for greed, so that we would repent, trust in the LORD, and seek to be generous with our neighbor.  Rev. Levi Willms, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids, MN, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Micah 2:1-13.  To learn more about Trinity Lutheran, visit trinitysr.org. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

In Luke 13:10–21, Jesus reveals how the kingdom of God advances — not through power, control, or human systems, but through sacrificial service, mercy, and unstoppable growth. In this study, Pastor Landon walks through the healing of a woman bound by a spirit of infirmity for 18 years and shows how Jesus' compassion, authority, and freedom confront both spiritual oppression and religious hypocrisy. We explore how God sees the unseen, how mercy always moves toward need, and how authentic worship flows from hearts transformed by His touch. Jesus challenges the misplaced priorities of the religious leaders and exposes the danger of valuing tradition and rules over people. The call is clear: to notice those who are “bent over” by sin or suffering, to serve sacrificially even when it's messy, and to reject hypocrisy in our own hearts. The parables of the mustard seed and leaven remind us that God's kingdom often starts small and works quietly, yet it grows powerfully and transforms everything it touches. Our role is to plant and trust — serving faithfully, praying persistently, discipling intentionally, and allowing God to bring the growth. ⸻ ✅ Key Points Covered: • Jesus heals a woman oppressed for 18 years, showing God's mercy and authority • How mercy moves toward need — and why sacrificial service begins with “holy noticing” • Hypocrisy and tradition vs. God's heart for people • The kingdom of God grows quietly yet powerfully — like a mustard seed or leaven • The danger of bad theology and misplaced trust in politics or human power • Our calling to serve, pray, disciple, and live out everyday faith with humility and love • Why small, unseen acts of service matter deeply in God's kingdom

Nick Duck brings us the message from Hosea 1:2.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel:https://youtu.be/OBKG6gTEChI

During the same years that the LORD spoke through the prophet Isaiah, the LORD also spoke through the prophet Micah. Micah's preaching begins with a call for all peoples to pay attention to the LORD who is coming for judgment. The LORD calls out both Samaria and Jerusalem for their idolatry, which will receive God's just punishment. As Micah describes the mourning that will take place because of this destruction, he uses wordplays on names of towns both big and small, for the LORD's judgment comes against them all.  Rev. Stephen Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Vinton, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Micah 1:1-16.  To learn more about Trinity Lutheran, visit trinitylcmsvinton.org. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

The account of Jonah doesn't end with Nineveh's repentance; the prophet tells us his angry reaction. Jonah despises the LORD's forgiveness for “those people,” and so he despises the LORD. Yet the LORD calls Jonah back. The LORD first appoints a plant to give Jonah shade. Soon, however, the LORD appoints a worm to kill the plant and take away Jonah's shade, and then the LORD appoints an east wind to make Jonah miserable. When Jonah becomes angry over the plant, the LORD points out that Jonah has pity over something that he had not planted or grown. In the book's concluding question, the LORD calls Jonah, and all of us, to consider how great the LORD's compassion is for all people and all His creatures, whom He loves in His Son Jesus Christ.  Rev. James Helms, Jr., pastor at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Greenbelt, MD, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Jonah 4:1-11.  To learn more about Holy Cross, visit myholycross.com. “Majoring in the Minors” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the books of Hosea, Joel, Jonah, Micah, and Nahum. Although the books of these prophets are shorter, the Word of God they preached was important in the years leading up to the coming of the Christ, and that Word remains important for the Church today. Just as we still need to listen to their call to repentance over our idolatry, so we still need to heed their call to trust in the Savior, Jesus.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org