Which scriptures show God as protector judge?
What other scriptures highlight God's role as both protector and judge?

Hosea 5:14

“For I am like a lion to Ephraim, and like a young lion to the house of Judah. I, even I, will tear them apart and go away; I will carry them off with no one to rescue them.”


Judge Verses

Deuteronomy 32:39-41 – “See now that I, I am He… I bring death and I give life… when I sharpen My flashing sword and My hand grasps it in judgment, I will take vengeance on My adversaries.”

Psalm 9:7-8 – “The LORD abides forever; He has established His throne for judgment. He judges the world with justice.”

Isaiah 33:22 – “For the LORD is our Judge, the LORD is our Lawgiver, the LORD is our King; He will save us.”

Hebrews 12:29 – “For our God is a consuming fire.”

Revelation 19:15 – “From His mouth proceeds a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations; He will rule them with an iron scepter.”


Protector Verses

Psalm 46:1 – “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”

Psalm 91:2-4 – “He is my refuge and my fortress… He will cover you with His feathers; under His wings you will find refuge.”

Proverbs 18:10 – “The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.”

Isaiah 54:17 – “No weapon formed against you shall prosper.”

John 10:28-29 – “I give them eternal life, and they will never perish; no one can snatch them out of My hand.”


Verses Showing Both Protection and Judgment

Exodus 14:13-14, 26-27 – The LORD fights for Israel while judging Egypt in the sea.

Isaiah 35:4 – “Behold, your God will come with vengeance… He will come to save you.”

Romans 11:22 – “Consider therefore the kindness and severity of God.”

Zephaniah 3:17 – “The LORD your God is among you, mighty to save,” yet the chapter also warns the nations.

Revelation 21:6-8 – Life-giving water for the overcomers, the lake of fire for the unrepentant.

How can Hosea 5:14's message influence our understanding of divine discipline today?
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