The Calves of Our Lips

Hosea 14:2b "Take with you words, and turn to the LORD: say unto him, Take away all iniquity, and receive us graciously: so will we render the calves of our lips." Tucked away at the end of Hosea, the prophet directs the people towards repentance. In doing so, he instructs them what to say: bring words!... Continue Reading →

Psalms 57:7

"My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise." The word for 'fixed' can also be translated as 'prepared' or 'made ready'. If anything, probably conveys the Psalmist's words better in English. It fits neatly with Hosea 10:12 where the Lord directs His people to break up their... Continue Reading →

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