Hosea 2:19-20
19 And I will betroth thee unto me for ever; yea, I will betroth thee unto me in righteousness, and in judgment, and in lovingkindness, and in mercies.
20 I will even betroth thee unto me in faithfulness: and thou shalt know the LORD.
Hosea was a loyal husband who faithfully loved his wife, Gomer. Even after she left him and committed adultery, he still loved her and called her to come back to him. Hosea’s love and concern for Gomer provide a beautiful picture of God’s love for His faithless people. The Israelites had repeatedly turned to other gods, but the Lord never abandoned them. He always longed for their return and promised to welcome them back.
We ought to thank God for not abandoning us when we turn away. He has always been faithful.
