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Torn Between Justice & Love | Hosea 11
Sermon Guide for September 28, 2025. This sermon explores the heart of God in Hosea 11, where Israel is portrayed as His child. Though they rebel, chase after idols, and ignore His care, God’s love remains steadfast, even as His justice demands a response. He is torn between judgment and mercy, yet promises restoration for His children. This tension finds its perfect resolution in the gospel.

Phillip Bates
Sep 25, 20253 min read


The Poverty of Riches: Hosea 10:1-8
Hosea 10:1-8 warns that abundance can multiply temptation, nurture idolatry, be deceptive, and, if misused, will ultimately be judged by God. We can safeguard our hearts from the dangers of abundance by giving generously, keeping a rhythm of rest and renewal, and keeping our hearts focused on the Giver rather than the gifts.

Phillip Bates
Sep 18, 20252 min read


God's Answer to an Empty Life: Hosea 4-7
Sermon Guide for September 14, 2025 How to Use This Guide: These guides are designed to help you engage more deeply with the weekly sermon, no matter what stage of life you're in. Parents, use the information you find here to have conversations with your kids that will be spiritually formative and draw them deeper into God's love for them. Lastly, please leave a comment! I would love for these posts to foster intergenerational dialogue so that we can all learn from and bless

Phillip Bates
Sep 12, 20252 min read
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