Hos 14:3 | TNotes | STEP | 14:3 The Israelites must renounce their dependence upon idols , foreign alliances, and their own military strength. Although they were God’s own children (11:1 ), they made themselves orphans through their rebellion. When they sincerely and completely repented, they could again find mercy .

‏ Hosea 14:3

14:3 ^a The Israelites must renounce their dependence upon idols, foreign alliances, and their own military strength. Although they were God’s own children (11:1 ^b), they made themselves orphans through their rebellion. When they sincerely and completely repented, they could again find mercy.