Preparing Your Heart for Malachi 3:13-18
Malachi 3:13-18 presents a stark contrast between those who arrogantly question God’s justice and those who faithfully fear Him. It challenges our attitudes toward serving God and calls us to consider how He distinguishes between the righteous and the wicked.
1. Attitude Toward God (Malachi 3:13-15)
“Your words have been hard against me, says the Lord. But you say, ‘How have we spoken against you?’” (v. 13)
- Reflection: What does it mean to have “harsh words” against God? How might we, even unintentionally, express this kind of attitude today?
- Cross-Reference: Job 21:14-15 – How does this passage show a similar mindset to what Malachi is confronting?
- Personal Application: Have you ever felt like following God wasn’t worth it? What circumstances led you to feel that way? How did you respond?