Hosea 12:8 · KJV

"And Ephraim said, Yet I am become rich, I have found me out substance: in all my labours they shall find none iniquity in me that were sin."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁶Therefore turn thou to thy God: keep mercy and judgment, and wait on thy God continually.

⁷He is a merchant, the balances of deceit are in his hand: he loveth to oppress.

⁸And Ephraim said, Yet I am become rich, I have found me out substance: in all my labours they shall find none iniquity in me that were sin.

⁹And I that am the LORD thy God from the land of Egypt will yet make thee to dwell in tabernacles, as in the days of the solemn feast.

¹⁰I have also spoken by the prophets, and I have multiplied visions, and used similitudes, by the ministry of the prophets.

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Reflection Questions

How does pride in your achievements affect your relationship with God?

What does it mean for you to acknowledge your shortcomings?

When have you felt secure in your wealth or status?

Life Application

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Recognize the source of your success and remain humble. Consider ways to share your blessings with others.

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Reflect on how your material success may distract you from spiritual growth.

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