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Hosea 14:9
Who is wise? Let them realize these things.
Who is discerning? Let them understand.
The ways of the Lord are right;
the righteous walk in them,
but the rebellious stumble in them.
[New International Version]
This verse distinguishes between wisdom and rebellion in response to God’s ways.
It calls for the wise and discerning to recognize and understand the righteousness of God’s commands, affirming their truth and justice. Believers will follow God’s ways, finding guidance and stability. In contrast, the rebellious resist or reject His ways, causing them to falter and face the consequences of their actions.
Ultimately, the verse emphasizes that understanding and adhering to God’s ways lead to a righteous path, while defiance results in stumbling and failure.
