Hosea 9:11
Ephraim's glory will fly away like a bird, with no birth, no pregnancy, and no conception.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Hosea 9:11?

2. How does Hosea 9:11 illustrate the consequences of Israel's disobedience to God?

3. What does "glory will fly away" signify about Israel's future blessings?

4. How can Hosea 9:11 warn us against turning away from God's commands today?

5. What parallels exist between Hosea 9:11 and other biblical warnings of judgment?

6. How can we ensure our "glory" remains by staying faithful to God?

7. What does Hosea 9:11 mean by "Ephraim’s glory will fly away like a bird"?

8. How does Hosea 9:11 reflect God's judgment on Israel?

9. Why does Hosea 9:11 mention the loss of birth, womb, and conception?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Hosea 9?

11. What is unknowingly worshiping according to the Bible?

12. In Hosea 9:3, how does the claim that Israel would return to Egypt align with historical records that show no major return after the Exodus?

13. In Hosea 9:15, how do we reconcile an 'all-loving' God with the statement that God hates His people in Gilgal?

14. What is the Tribe of Ephraim?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the loss of "glory" in Hosea 9:11 relate to the blessings and curses outlined in Deuteronomy 28?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our "glory" or blessings from God do not "fly away" due to disobedience?

3. How does the message of Hosea 9:11 challenge us to examine our own faithfulness to God?

4. What are some modern-day "idols" that might lead us away from God, similar to the idolatry of Ephraim?

5. How can we apply the lessons from Hosea's warnings to our personal and communal spiritual lives today?1. In what ways does Hosea 9 illustrate the consequences of turning away from God?

2. How does the symbol of a fruitful vine and fig tree relate to Israel's spiritual state?

3. How does the prophecy of exile to Egypt and Assyria signify the depth of Israel's disobedience?

4. Can you identify instances in your life where you faced the consequences of not adhering to God's word?

5. What does the reference to the "days of Gibeah" mean, and why is it significant in this chapter?

6. How does God's response to Israel's sin in this chapter relate to his overall character?

7. How does Hosea 9 challenge our understanding of divine judgment and love?

8. How can the experiences of Israel in Hosea 9 help us to better navigate our spiritual journey today?

9. Can you identify parallels between Israel's rejection of prophets in Hosea 9 and modern society's treatment of God's word?

10. What does this chapter teach us about the importance of obedience in our walk with God?

11. In what ways can we apply the lessons from Hosea 9 to avoid spiritual famine in our lives?

12. What practical steps can you take to ensure that you remain faithful to God, unlike the Israelites in Hosea 9?

13. How does the depiction of God's disappointment in Hosea 9 resonate with your understanding of God's relationship with us?

14. Can you identify ways in which our society is similar to the Israelites in their idolatry? How can we address this?

15. What can we learn from the fall of Israel in maintaining our spiritual health?

16. How can we use the warning in Hosea 9 to better guard against spiritual complacency?

17. In what ways does Hosea 9 speak to the impact of individual and collective actions on our relationship with God?

18. How does Hosea 9 serve as a warning and guide to Christian living in the present world?

19. How can you apply the lessons of divine judgment and the consequences of sin in your personal life?

20. What are some of the ways that you can ensure that you're receptive to God's teachings and not dismissive like the Israelites in Hosea 9?

Links
Hosea 9:11 NIV
Hosea 9:11 NLT
Hosea 9:11 ESV
Hosea 9:11 NASB
Hosea 9:11 KJV

Hosea 9:11 Commentaries

Bible Hub
Hosea 9:10
Top of Page
Top of Page