subject, record the new letter at that point When you have done this for all the chapters, you will note that all the subjects mentioned above appear scattered throughout the whole section In other words, a clear outline is not evident However, observe on Chart 103 what subjects seem prominent in chapters 4-8; 910; and 11-14 Compare this outline with the markings you have just made For example, is judgment more prominent than sin in chapters 9-10? How chapters 4-14 re ect Hosea’s experiences in chapters 1-3, according to Chart 103? The last chapter of Hosea (chap 14) is a key Bible passage on the cure for spiritual backsliding How does the chapter serve as a conclusion to Hosea’s book? Who is the prominent person of the last sentence of the book? Note the list of key words on the chart Note also the key verses which are cited Read the verses in your Bible Relate them to the theme of the book III APPLICATIONS See how the following passages of Hosea are applied in the New Testament: Hosea 1:9-10; 2:23 — Romans 9:25; Peter 2:10 6:6 — Matthew 9:13 (12:7) 13:14 — Corinthians 15:55 How is marriage a gurative representation of the Christian’s relation to Christ? (Cf Eph 5:30-32; John 14:3; Rev 19:7-9.) What can mar this intimate relationship, bringing on spiritual adultery? (Cf James 4:4.) Can a backslidden Christian be restored to fellowship with Christ? If so, how is such a restoration brought about? (Cf Rev 2:4-5) Relate Hosea 1:4 to these verses about the vengeance of God: Romans 3:5; 12:19; Hebrews 10:30 What is temporary about the pleasures and allurements of the world? See 2:7a Also, read Hebrews 11:24-26 Why is it important for Christians to continually acknowledge God’s gracious provisions for all their needs? Is it possible that ingratitude is a cause as well as a symptom of backsliding? See 2:8 7 How the words “she forgot Me” (2:13) describe a backslidden believer? Would you nd it di cult to truly love someone who has deserted or harmed you? What does 3:1 teach about God’s love for His people? ...book? Note the list of key words on the chart Note also the key verses which are cited Read the verses in your Bible Relate them to the theme of the book III APPLICATIONS See how the following... passages of Hosea are applied in the New Testament: Hosea 1:9-10; 2:23 — Romans 9:25; Peter 2:10 6:6 — Matthew 9:13 (12:7) 13:14 — Corinthians 15:55 How is marriage a gurative representation of the. .. Rev 2:4-5) Relate Hosea 1:4 to these verses about the vengeance of God: Romans 3:5; 12:19; Hebrews 10:30 What is temporary about the pleasures and allurements of the world? See 2:7a Also, read