Today's Reading | February 21, 2025
Hosea 9:15—10:15
Introduction Hosea 9:15—10:15: In yesterday’s reading, the earlier verses in chapter 9 describe how the people have turned away from God and have been unfaithful to him, and Hosea warns that the time for punishment has come. In today’s reading, Hosea continues to describe the consequences of the people’s sinfulness, and the LORD pronounces judgment on the people. Today’s Key…
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