Message of Hosea Love to the Loveless (The Bible Speaks Today) by Derek. Kidner - August 1981: Love to the Loveless

Hosea's story is one of the most fascinating stories of the Old Testament. Dr. Kidner captivates the reader's mind as he provides an easy-to-read, yet scholarly and biblical, paperback volume.

This is an Old Testament commentary in The Old Testament Series edited by J. A. Motyer and John R. W. Stott. Derek Kidner is a well-respected Bible scholar who adds insight, and great biblical understanding to this volume. One reviewer writes: "Moreover, he brings a fresh and faithful perspective to the rich imagery and heartfelt relationship of the text, never losing sight of the fact that this book is, first and foremost, a "book" about God and His people, and about a prophet and his wife." And another adds: "Kidner shows what the meaning of loving one who is not so lovable is all about."

The back cover gives this description of this book: "Go and marry a prostitute." These are the first words God spoke to his prophet Hosea. Why would he ask this of one of his special spokesmen? Because he wanted to teach Hosea, the nation of Israel, and all of us today a lesson we will not forget, a lesson that is painful yet joyous. Hosea's somber portrait of the human condition is our lesson in pain. All of us have played the harlot by forsaking God and his ways. The picture is not pretty but it's true. Yet Hosea's clear illustration of God's love for us brings joy. While we are yet sinners, God comes to us and loves us. Derek Kidner imaginatively takes us through the unfolding story of Hosea and his wife, Gomer explaining the basic message, pointing out the subtleties, and encouraging readers to live lives worthy of the God who loves the loveless." This is the first edition of a classic!

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