Minor Prophets (Adults)

Hosea Chapter 13

Lesson written by Murray Wade

Hosea Questions

Text: Hosea 13 [Please read the text through and then answer these questions]

1. What did Ephraim do and what was the consequence from verses 1-3?

2. On what activities did Ephraim focus his talents and craftsmanship? Is there a lesson for us today?

3. Please make a list of what has happened and what will happen to Israel from verses 4-9?

4. Verses 10-11 are unique to the book. They recall the time when they wanted a king and were not satisfied with the judges God had provided. What truths are revealed in verse 11 about this situation?

5. Please be ready to discuss your thoughts about verses 12-13.

6. Should verse 14 give Israel/Ephraim hope?

7. What natural phenomena are used to describe will happen to Israel’s prosperity?

8. What did Samaria do and what was the consequence?