Malachi

The name "Malachi" in the Bible means "my messenger" or "messenger of Yahweh." This interpretation is derived from the Hebrew word "מַלְאָךְ" (mal'akh), which means "angel" or "messenger." The Book of Malachi is the last book of the Old Testament and is attributed to this prophet, who delivered God's messages to the people of Israel after their return from Babylonian exile. The text emphasizes themes of covenant faithfulness, social justice, and the proper worship of God, highlighting the people's disobedience and calling for repentance.In Malachi 1:1, the verse states, "The burden of the word of the Lord to Israel by Malachi," indicating that the messages contained within the book are divinely inspired and meant for the people of Israel. The prophetic nature of Malachi's ministry serves as a bridge between the Old and New Testaments, as it lays the groundwork for understanding the coming of John the Baptist, who is referred to as a messenger in the New Testament (Matthew 11:10), echoing Malachi's role as God’s spokesperson.

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Malachi

By Zac Poonen

2.5K53:29

GEN 32:28MAL 2:5MAL 3:6MAL 3:8MAL 3:16MAT 6:33HEB 13:8

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a deep hatred for sin and living a life of righteousness. He highlights the characteristics of true preachers and prophets in the last days, which include walking with God, living uprightly, and turning people away from sin. The preacher also discusses the coming of John the Baptist and Jesus as messengers of God. He concludes by emphasizing the need for genuine character and godly children, and warns of the day of judgment when the proud will be judged.