April 16, 2021 In the Book of Hosea, shortly before Israel is captured by Assyria and its people carried into captivity, the Lord issues a poignant declaration through the mouth of His prophet. He says that when Israel returns to Him, He “will make the Valley of Achor a door of hope.” The Valley of Achor was the place where Achan, a member of Joshua’s army, was taken after he looted possessions from Jericho against the Lord’s command. He and his entire family were found guilty, then stoned, then burned. The valley is named in the aftermath of their executions. Valley of Achor translates as valley of trouble.