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Hosea 9:14 Β· KJV

"Give them, O LORD: what wilt thou give? give them a miscarrying womb and dry breasts."

King James Version

What does Hosea 9:14 mean? β†’

Passage Context

12Though they bring up their children, yet will I bereave them, that there shall not be a man left: yea, woe also to them when I depart from them!
13Ephraim, as I saw Tyrus, is planted in a pleasant place: but Ephraim shall bring forth his children to the murderer.
14Give them, O LORD: what wilt thou give? give them a miscarrying womb and dry breasts.
15All their wickedness is in Gilgal: for there I hated them: for the wickedness of their doings I will drive them out of mine house, I will love them no more: all their princes are revolters.
16Ephraim is smitten, their root is dried up, they shall bear no fruit: yea, though they bring forth, yet will I slay even the beloved fruit of their womb.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does this verse challenge your understanding of God's judgment?

2

What does it mean for you to see the consequences of unfaithfulness?

3

When have you felt the weight of your choices in your life?

Life Application

faith

Consider how your actions align with your beliefs. Strive for faithfulness in your commitments.

relationships

Reflect on how your relationships might be affected by your choices and seek to build trust.

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