The Book of Hosea shows us so very clear how much God loves His people. To understand this book will give you a much clearer perception of the entire Old Testament, especially knowing God’s heart and His ways with the people. God chose a prophet who not only could speak clearly and forcefully to the situation, but who would actually portray in real life the heart, agony and righteousness of God. Hosea was told to marry a wife that God knew would be unfaithful to him, thus illustrating that God will tolerate no rival.