The Book of Hosea is a tragic love story. Going beyond the tale of a young prophet (Hosea) and his unfaithful wife (Gomer), it details a God who has been faithful to the covenant He made with His people Israel. But this love was not returned - Israel was adulterous and unfaithful, spurning God's love and turning to false gods. Israel would experience the judgment of God, but also the mercy of God as He pursued His wayward people. As followers of Jesus, there are sobering lessons to be learned about losing sight of our gracious God amidst the comforts and pleasures of life.