The book of Hosea is divided into two unequal sections: The first (Chapters 1–3) uses the relationship between Hosea and Gomer, to set the stage
 for the second (Chapters 4–14), which deals with God’s complaint against Israel and the coming judgment. In the first, we have the faithful prophet and the faithless bride; in the second, we see the faithful God and faithless Israel.
The theme of the book is the loyal love of God for idolatrous Israel, and the power of His redemption and forgiveness to transform her into His beloved bride.

Gene Cunningham - June 9, 2003

Ephesians #43

Ephesians #43

Eph 5:18 - Be filled by means of the Spirit (Col 3:16) as manifested by Eph 5:19-33. Wives submit to husbands; the husband is the head of the wife - savior of the body (Eph 5:22-24, 1Co 11:3). Boaz and Ruth illustrate the principles in Eph 5. (Rut 3:1-18; Ruth 4:1-17). Ruth was a believer in the God of Israel -- she submitted to Naomi, then Boaz. Like Jesus our Kinsman Redeemer, Boaz provided Ruth salvation, redemption. Ruth lost her identity when she lost her husband. Jesus is the guardian, defender of the home, and provider of all good things.

Scripture References: Ephesians 5:22-24, Ephesians 5:19-33, Colossians 3:16, Ephesians 5:18, Ruth 4:1-17, Ruth 3:1-18

From Series: "Ephesians"

More than any book Ephesians reveals the blessings from God based on our relationship with Jesus Christ by grace through faith. Eph 1:3 is the a key verse. Other key verses by chapter include Eph 2:8 Eph 3:19 Eph 4:1 Eph 5:18 and Eph 6:10-11.

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