Hos 1:4 | MHM | STEP | v. 4 : God tells Hosea to name his son Jezreel, because He will soon punish the house of Jehu for the bloodshed at Jezreel, and will put an end to the kingdom of Israel. The name Jezreel means “God scatters,” and it is a warning that God will judge Israel for their violence and sins .

‏ Hosea 1:4

v. 4: God tells Hosea to name his son Jezreel, because He will soon punish the house of Jehu for the bloodshed at Jezreel, and will put an end to the kingdom of Israel. The name Jezreel means “God scatters,” and it is a warning that God will judge Israel for their violence and sins .