Ephraim compasseth me with lies, and the house of Israel with deceit Hosea 11:12a
- Lies about God
- God is not the exclusive means of satisfaction (2:13, 3:1; 9:10; 11:2; 13:2)
- God doesn’t see or concern himself with my sin (7:2)
- God hasn’t blessed me (13:5-6; 7:13)
- God won’t help me (13:9)
- God only requires outward repentance (6:1-5; 7:14; 10:3-4; 11:7)
- God will respond how I think he should (6:1-5)
- Lies about Religion
- Religious experiences are sufficient (6:1-5)
- Religious forms are sufficient (6:6; 8:13; 9:4)
- Religious creeds are sufficient (8:2)
- Religious traditions without true knowledge are sufficient (8:11-12)
- Religious services ought to please me (4:13)
- Religious worship can take any form I desire (8:5)
- Lies about Myself
- I am rich and prosperous (4:7-8)
- I have no need of divine help (7:9-10)
- I can choose my own way (10:13)
- I am strong (10:13; 13:1)
- I have obtained my abilities myself (11:3)
- I am wise in this world (4:12)
- Lies about the World
- Worldly sources provide my physical needs (2:5)
- Worldly joys can satisfy (2:11)
- Worldly power can save me (5:13; 7:11; 8:9; 12:1)
- Worldly methodology is necessary for success (8:4; 13:10)
- Worldly security comes from occupying a secure position (9:13)
- Worldly prosperity brings satisfaction (10:1; 12:7)
