Song # 2015 from Our Gospel In Song Collection by Col Johnston. Hosea was a prophet who preached in the northern kingdom of Israel around 721 BC and was especially concerned about the idolatry of the people who were being unfaithful to God.
We have no king because we did not revere the Lord. But even if we had a king, what could he do for us? (Hosea 10:3). They make many promises, take false oaths and make agreements, therefore lawsuits spring up like poisonous weeds in a ploughed field (Hosea 10:4). The people who live in Samaria fear for the calf-idol of Beth Aven. Its people will mourn over it, and so will its idolatrous priests, those who had rejoiced over its splendour, because it is taken from them into exile (Hosea 10:5). It will be carried to Assyria as a tribute for the great king. Ephraim will be disgraced; Israel will be ashamed of its wooden idols (Hosea 10:6). Samaria and its king will float away like a twig on the surface of the waters (Hosea 10:7). The high places of wickedness will be destroyed - it is the sin of Israel (Hosea 10:8).
Thought for today: to show you love God, share your love with others.
Thought for the future: let God’s word fill your mind, rule your heart and lead your way. Where will you spend your eternity?

Beth Aven: means house of wickedness.
Ephraim: large Israelite tribe.