Hosea 14:2 Meaning
Take with you words, and turn to the LORD: say unto him, Take away all iniquity, and receive us graciously: so will we render the calves of our lips.
Context Explained
1O Israel, return unto the LORD thy God; for thou hast fallen by thine iniquity.
2Take with you words, and turn to the LORD: say unto him, Take away all iniquity, and receive us graciously: so will we render the calves of our lips.
3Asshur shall not save us; we will not ride upon horses: neither will we say any more to the work of our hands, Ye are our gods: for in thee the fatherless findeth mercy.
4I will heal their backsliding, I will love them freely: for mine anger is turned away from him.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
1 John 1:9
Both verses emphasize confessing sins and receiving forgiveness.
Matthew 5:23-24
Jesus teaches the importance of reconciliation and worship.
Acts 3:19
Calls for repentance and turning to God for refreshing.
Source: Hosea 14:2