Hosea 13 - Day 754

Hosea 13 - Day 754 (link to reading)

Scripture: Hosea 13:4-6

Commentary (thewarehouse.blog): When we have an abundant amount of possessions and things, we grow self-sufficient. We suddenly aren’t talking to God as much or relying on Him because there’s well, no struggle. And this is the case that happened to the people of Israel. They became so stable in the physical realm of the world, they turned their backs on their Creator who had led them faithfully from Egypt. Self-sufficiency is destructive as it was then as it is today.

Application: Like the Israelites, Americans have been blessed with freedom, opportunity, and prosperity.  However, as noted in the commentary above, our test is not hunger, but indifference.  There is something to be said of those who desperately need a miracle and cling to God.  Thankfully, we don't need to experience hardships to seek God with all of our hearts.  We can simply choose to do so.

Prayer: Lord, draw me close to You...