You have wearied the LORD with your words. But you say, “How have we wearied him?” By saying, “Everyone who does evil is good in the sight of the LORD, and he delights in them.” Or by asking, “Where is the God of justice?” “Behold, I send my messenger, and he will prepare the … Continue reading
Have we not all one Father? Has not one God created us? Why then are we faithless to one another, profaning the covenant of our fathers? Judah has been faithless, and abomination has been committed in Israel and in Jerusalem. For Judah has profaned the sanctuary of the LORD, which he loves, and has … Continue reading
“Listen, you priests—this command is for you! Listen to me and make up your minds to honor my name,” says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, “or I will bring a terrible curse against you. I will curse even the blessings you receive. Indeed, I have already cursed them, because you have not taken my warning … Continue reading
Today as we look more into Malachi, we will see the developing theme of God’s people giving the Lord lip-service yet their hearts aren’t in it. They are busy doing things in the temple, but they lack the passion, love and devotion God desires. The Lord of Heaven’s Armies says to the priests: “A son … Continue reading
Over the next few weeks, I want to take a good look at the book of Malachi. I was written to the Jewish after they returned for exile in Babylon and rebuilt the Temple. Malachi six times shares a statement from God and the Jewish people dispute each one. Each time the Lord warns His … Continue reading
We all know that life just isn’t fair. We work hard and try our best, but sometimes we just don’t get what we think we deserve. I remember in school studying so hard for a science test. I mean I studied for days leading up to test day and even crammed the night before. But … Continue reading
Intentional Christianity INTRODUCTION: This is a series dealing with how we live out our Christianity. So many Christians are casual about their faith. In order to please God, a believer must be intentional about their faith. I’m going to ask you guys and girls some questions. I want you to be honest. Don’t give me … Continue reading
2 Timothy 2:22 22 Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts. In a world that promotes compromise and conformity, one is often looked down upon for saying “no” to anything. When we take a stand … Continue reading
Philippians 4:8 8 And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. I remember being in 3rd grade and memorizing this verse. Then I did it for only candy … Continue reading
“The reason some of us are such poor examples of Christianity is that we have failed to recognize that Christ is almighty. We have Christian attributes and experiences, but there is no abandonment or surrender to Jesus Christ.” This is a quote from My Utmost for His Highest. As I read it today, I began … Continue reading
Carry His Name 