Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Hosea 11:1-4, 8-9
by: Gabrielle Watt.
God has always loved His people. Even though He cared and provided for Israel, they turned away from Him. They worshiped idols, made sacrifices to false gods, and took part in rituals that were definitely not of God. Verse 3 tells us that they did not even realize that it was God who had provided for them. Even though this betrayal infuriated God, He had compassion on His people, and did not destroy their cities. Are there things in your life that you allow to turn you away from the blessings God has provided for you? Remember God’s compassion and turn back.