Ep.40 Israel’s Vulnerability! - Hosea- Week 10
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In this message, Russ Andrews explores Hosea 10 and the sobering consequences of turning away from God. Through the example of ancient Israel, he examines how we can abuse God's grace, deceive ourselves about our sin, and lose our reverence for His holiness and authority.Discover three important biblical truths: the nature of sin, the reality of God's judgment, and our urgent need for repentance. Russ explains how misplaced trust in wealth, success, personal desires, and other idols can draw our hearts away from God. Yet even in the midst of judgment, God extends His mercy and calls us to...
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Ep.39 Judgment Will Come! - Hosea- Week 9
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On this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, Russ continues his study of Hosea 9 with a powerful message on “The Honor of God.” He explores what it means to honor God by trusting His Word, obeying His commands, and recognizing the weight and holiness of His name. Looking at Israel’s rejection of God, idolatry, disobedience, and the consequences of persistent sin, Russ warns of the reality of God’s judgment while emphasizing that God’s patience and kindness are meant to lead us to repentance. He also challenges believers to examine their own lives, pray for their nation,...
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Ep.38 Willful Rebellion! - Hosea- Week 8
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In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, Russ takes us into Hosea chapter 8 and explores the biblical warning to “sound the trumpet” when danger is approaching. Drawing from the role of the watchman in Scripture, he examines six ways Israel rebelled against God, including breaking His covenant, knowing about God without truly knowing Him, rejecting His Word, embracing idolatry, and becoming religious while remaining spiritually lost. Russ then connects these biblical lessons to the spiritual condition of America and emphasizes the need for Christians to return to Scripture,...
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Ep.37 Godless Leadership! - Hosea- Week 7
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In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews takes us through Hosea 7 and examines four powerful pictures of Israel’s sinful rebellion: a heated oven, a half-cooked pancake, a silly dove, and a treacherous bow. Through these images, we’re reminded that God sees our sin, calls His people to repentance, and desires faithfulness rather than compromise with the culture around us. Russ challenges believers to stop focusing only on the problems “out there” and instead examine their own hearts, walk in obedience, and live as a faithful witness for Christ. He also shares the hope of the...
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Ep.36 What Do You See? - Hosea- Week 6
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In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, Russ continues his study of Hosea 6:4–6 and explores what it means to have a heart that is prone to wander from God. He discusses the incredible love, patience, and mercy of God, while also examining the danger of relying on religious rituals and outward appearances instead of genuine faith and obedience. Through passages from Hosea, Matthew, Hebrews, Psalms, and other books of the Bible, Russ emphasizes God’s desire for mercy, a broken and contrite heart, repentance, and a personal relationship with Him. The episode ultimately asks an...
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Ep.35 Judgment and Mercy! - Hosea- Week 5
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In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, Russ teaches from Hosea 5:1–6:3 about the consequences of disobedience and the importance of walking faithfully with God. He examines Israel’s spiritual decline, the dangers of false teaching and pride, and the certainty of God’s judgment when people refuse to repent. Yet the message also offers hope, reminding us that God is merciful and will forgive those who turn to Him with a repentant heart. Russ closes with an invitation to trust in Jesus Christ and receive the free gift of salvation and the “water of life.” ...
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Ep.34 When Knowledge is Rejected! - Hosea- Week 4
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In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews examines Hosea 4 and Jeremiah 23, exposing the dangers of false teachers and spiritual leaders who abandon God’s Word. Russ explains how rejecting God leads to spiritual blindness and ultimately affects families and society. He challenges listeners to test what they hear against Scripture, seek churches that faithfully teach the whole counsel of God, and make sure they are following the true Shepherd,Jesus Christ.
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Ep.33 Justice and Mercy in Conflict! - Hosea- Week 3
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In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews continues his study of Hosea 2–3, exploring Israel’s journey from judgment to restoration. Through Israel’s unfaithfulness, God’s discipline, and His enduring love, Russ shows how God’s judgment is ultimately intended to lead people toward repentance and restoration.
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Ep.32 A Match Made in Heaven! ! - Hosea- Week 2
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In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, Russ takes us through Hosea chapters 1–2 to explore three important attributes of God: He is a God who speaks, a God who is holy and just, and a God who is merciful. Through the story of Hosea and Israel’s rebellion, we are reminded of the serious consequences of choosing disobedience over obedience and death over life. Yet even in judgment, God offers hope and restoration, pointing ultimately to the Messiah and His promise of redemption. Russ encourages listeners to seek God through His Word, listen to His voice, and pursue a deeper...
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Ep.31 The Relentless Love of God! - Hosea- Week 1
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Russ begins a journey through the story of Israel, tracing God’s plan from Abraham and the formation of the nation through Moses, Joshua, the judges, and the kings. He explores Israel’s repeated struggles with obedience, the division of the kingdom, and the spiritual decline that eventually led to the ministry of the prophet Hosea. Along the way, Russ highlights how God’s sovereign plan points ultimately toward Jesus, the Messiah who would come through the line of Judah. The episode concludes with a powerful reminder that God is still calling people today to salvation, to find rest in...
info_outlineRuss Andrews walks through Hosea 13 to reveal a sobering trutsin leads to judgment but God’s mercy is never out of reach. Drawing connections to Habakkuk and the broader story of Scripture, this episode explores the pattern of blessing, pride, rebellion, and consequence seen in Israel and still visible today.