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Hosea 13:5 · KJV

"I did know thee in the wilderness, in the land of great drought."

King James Version

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Passage Context

3Therefore they shall be as the morning cloud, and as the early dew that passeth away, as the chaff that is driven with the whirlwind out of the floor, and as the smoke out of the chimney.
4Yet I am the LORD thy God from the land of Egypt, and thou shalt know no god but me: for there is no saviour beside me.
5I did know thee in the wilderness, in the land of great drought.
6According to their pasture, so were they filled; they were filled, and their heart was exalted; therefore have they forgotten me.
7Therefore I will be unto them as a lion: as a leopard by the way will I observe them:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you remember God's faithfulness in difficult times?

2

What does it mean for you to trust God in your wilderness experiences?

3

When have you felt God’s presence in challenging situations?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on past experiences where God provided for you during tough times.

trust

Practice trusting God in your current challenges, knowing He has been faithful before.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse reflects God's intimate knowledge and care for His people, which is fulfilled in Jesus' relationship with His followers.

See also: Matthew 4:1

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