Messages

Christians have different opinions over the significance of certain “nonessential” practices which the Scriptures neither forbid nor command. Paul helps us preserve love and unity in the Christian family by determining what is important, what is not, and how to treat each other when we disagree about issues of preference.

In light of the fact that our Lord’s coming is nearer than ever before, we must glorify God and not gratify our flesh, and above all love one another, as we await His appearing.

The people in Jerusalem are just as corrupt as their ancestors who returned from exile 100 years ago. Malachi confronts their sins, pointing out that Israel cannot be faithful to the covenant God made with them. Yet God will not abandon His people, and promises a Messiah to the remnant who are still faithful to Him. This is the last Israel will hear from God, and 400 years will pass before the appearance of John the Baptist announcing the coming of Jesus.