Hosea 14:2

Hosea 14:2 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

2Take words with you

and return to the Lord.

Say to him:

“Forgive all our sins

and receive us graciously,

that we may offer the fruit of our lips.

2Take words with you and return to the Lord.

Say to Him, “Take away all guilt

And receive us graciously,

So that we may present the fruit of our lips.

2Take words with you and return to the Lord.

Say to Him, “Take away all iniquity

And receive us graciously,

That we may present the fruit of our lips.

2Take the words [confessing your guilt] with you and return to the Lord.

Say to Him, “Take away all our wickedness;

Accept what is good and receive us graciously,

So that we may present the fruit of our lips (gratitude). [Heb 13:15]

2Bring your confessions

and return to the Lord.

Say to Him: “Take away all our iniquity

and receive us graciously,

that we may present

the fruit of our lips.

2Tell the Lord you are turning away from your sins.

Return to him.

Say to him,

“Forgive us for all our sins.

Please be kind to us.

Welcome us back to you.

Then our lips will offer you our praise.