When challenges come our way, let us be like Jacob; he reached for the Lord throughout his life to gain our God’s favor. Let us not rely on others without first turning to the Lord. Without God, our every act is as futile as trying to eat the wind.

The Lord never gave up on Israel and He has not given up on us. His mercy and love are higher than the heavens and deeper than the sea. Let us ask the Lord for his mercy. Let us pursue holiness. Let us free ourselves from the pursuit of earthly things and consecrate ourselves to serve the Lord.

Out of His deep and unfailing love for us, our Lord calls us back to Him whenever we stray. Let us not be ignorant, stubborn, or self-righteous for to respond in this way is to reject God and reap His judgment.

Hosea warns of the judgment that awaits those who speak and act in disobedience to the Lord. Let us repent of our sins and sow righteousness that we may also reap goodness.