Malachi: Week Four

Malachi 2:17-3:5

We will spend this Advent season studying the book of Malachi. Through Malachi, the Lord reproves and pursues his people - calling them to remember his covenant, seek him genuinely, and prepare for his coming. This week we look to Malachi 2:17-3:5.

Three questions:

  1.   Oh God, where is your justice?

  2.   Oh God, why do we need refining?

  3.   Oh God, will you answer our cries for justice?

‘What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. This is he of whom it is written, “Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who will prepare your way before you." Matthew 11:9-10

"Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, 'Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord." Romans 12:19

He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8

Three implications of God's judgment:

  1. Forgiveness is possible

  2. Justice is Necessary

  3. Peace is Attainable

*Due to an audio issue on Sunday morning, the recording quality is poor on this particular sermon.*