Malachi 2:1-17

Contents: The message to the priests concerning their sins. The evils among the people.

Characters: God, Holy Spirit, Malachi.

Conclusion: Woe to those appointed to be God's mouth to the people, but who instead are a stone of stumbling. All who rest in external performances of religion will not only come short of acceptance with God in them, but will be filled with shame and confusion.

Key Word: Israel's abominations, Malachi 2:11.

Strong Verses: Malachi 2:7; Malachi 2:10; Malachi 2:17.

Striking Facts: Malachi 2:10. Cp. Acts 17:24-29. The reference in both instances is to God as «Father of our spirits« or creation. It has no reference to salvation. «We are children of God by faith in Christ Jesus.»