Hoshea did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, and Shalmanezar, king of Assyria, subjected him. This was quite in the way of ordinary Providence. No command was given to the king of Assyria to attack the king of Israel. No miracle was wrought to effect subjugation. But mere subjugation was not enough. Israel had fallen almost universally into idolatry; and must be removed from their land. Hoshea rebels, and the captivity is effected. "The Lord was very angry with Israel, and removed them out of his sight."
In these events we have a specimen of what is continually going on in the world. The rise and the fall of nations are in every step the work of Providence.
Alexander Carson
Topics:
Comments
Your comment has been submitted and is awaiting moderation. Once approved, it will appear on this page.
Be the first to comment!