Hosea 2

I think they referred to the covenant relationship as a marriage because God calls Israel a heathen wife, no longer worthy to be His wife. The covenant relationship was broken as Israel made a whore of herself catering to the Gods of other nations. Israel justified her harlotry because she received good things from her lovers such as economic security and sexuality enticing rituals etc. However, because God is so loving He will draw Israel back not allowing her to find contentment in her sinful ambitions, thus Israel will return to God. God will allow Israel to suffer what they had brought upon themselves for a time which will make them realise that it is only God they should cherish.

Verse 16 stood out to me. "you will call Me 'My Husband, And no longer call Me 'My Master'". I came to God last year because I was scared for myself and friends. I submitted in my actions I guess but my mind and heart is difficult. In regard to scripture God isn't satisfied with obligatory and fearful motives, He always wanted intimacy. Idk if love and intimacy is the same thing but I want to love God. God restricts me for my good, not a lot of things feel like freedom which is maybe why I don't feel love for God. How do I get this? I've repented, I've prayed, I've given up many things I think. lol what do u want me to do God

Prayer/response
- Help Vicky rely on you
- Please let prison be helpful for Kevin
- Help me represent you well tonight