The Book of Hosea is about the faithlessness of God’s people and his faithfulness to them, illustrated most poignantly through marital (in)fidelity. Hosea 5:8-15 Review God tells Israel to listen up because he has a contention against them, which also includes the princes and the people. How should they expect political (national) conflict? Why should they expect political (national) conflict? desolation…punishment…wrath oppressed…crushed…judgment moth…dry rot sickness…wound…cure…heal lion…young lion…tear…carry off God’s perspective vs their perspective God’s standing vs their standing Their response vs God’s response