Covenant Faithfulness

      After reading Hosea 1-3 reflect on the various aspects of the story by answering the following questions: Put yourself in Hosea’s shoes. What would be your response if God told you to marry a prostitute? Hosea and Gomer’s marriage reflects the relationship between YHWH and his people. Gomer cheats on Hosea, like Israel cheats on YHWH. Is YHWH justified in feeling hurt when his bride is unfaithful? How would you feel? At the end of the story (3:1-5), YHWH commands Hosea to go back and love his wife. Hosea has to pay a price to get her back. How does what Hosea did reflect how YHWH intercedes for his people? Support your response by referencing specific verses in Hosea.