Grace Steps Into Unexpected Places

God is so unexpected. Today as I read through the Old Testament book of Hosea I came to this beautiful verse: The word “therefore” blows my mind because of what came immediately before this passage: Betrayal, Adultery, idolatry, a long string of “lovers,” a cascade of consequences. Then, suddenly, inexplicably, Grace steps in. Grace. God’s favor bestowed on sinners who deserve wrath.¹ Man’s sin and God’s grace.   …