Hosea 11:12-12:14 Review God tells Israel to listen up because he has a contention against them, which also reveals the reality of emotion and relationship. Israel has repeatedly demonstrated that they aren’t much different than their namesake in some ways, while at the same time they need to be more like him in other ways. (11:12-12:14) Overview What is the present condition of Israel? How does the historical condition of their namesake relate to them in the present? They deserve to be repaid for their deeds, but should remember how Jacob was changed when the LORD became his God (12:2-9) They deserve to be repaid for their deeds, but should remember how Jacob illustrated the work of the LORD in caring for them (12:10-14) Implications/Applications Our character and action, and historical similarities… Our character and action, and (God’s) gracious intervention… Our character and action, and intentional (effective) remembrance…