When we are found in Jesus, we will be like calves, skipping out of their stalls. We will have joy. Joy is a beautiful thing. It is not based on circumstance. That is happiness. We are happy because we have … Continue reading →

In our reading today, we see the Lord say that those who revere Him, those who ponder Him, He sees, and remembers them. On the day of judgment, they will be His special possession. He will treasure and care for … Continue reading →

Today’s reading looks at something that isn’t always fun to talk about: tithing. This is a subject that I think has a lot to teach us, but it’s something that is often misunderstood. Today, we’ll look at the original context … Continue reading →

We are told today that the Lord will send His messenger to prepare for His coming judgment and His coming salvation. We are told to turn from our sins and return to the Lord. When we return to God, He … Continue reading →

Today, we see Malachi echo themes in Ezra and Nehemiah. The people need to be very careful where their allegiances lie. They are cautioned to avoid relationships that pull them away from God. That is what happened to the people … Continue reading →

Today we see the Lord remind the priests that they have lost their reverence of Him. As much as we need to know the gentleness and kindness of God, we need to understand the fact that He is “other” than … Continue reading →

Today, the Lord condemns the priests for how they lead worship. They have despised the Lord’s table by bringing sacrifices that are not worthy of the Lord. As you’ve heard it said before, I’m sure the Lord deserves our best. … Continue reading →

Jacob I loved, Esau I hated. These words from Romans are originally found in Malachi. These are some of the hardest-to-understand words in all of the Bible. What does “hate” mean here? What does this say about who God is? … Continue reading →

C.S. Lewis wrote in Mere Christianity, “If you read history you will find that the Christians who did most for the present world were just those who thought most of the next… It is since Christians have largely ceased to … Continue reading →

Today, we see a word about idolatry in Zechariah. The people were worshiping idols because they did not trust in God to take care of them. They worshiped the idols as a “backup” plan against the dangers of a failed … Continue reading →