Malachi Minute: Finding Inspiration in a Quick Bible Read
The Book of Malachi is the last of the minor prophets and focuses on the theme of God’s love and justice. In just four chapters, Malachi offers us insights into the nature of God and encourages us to return to Him.
The Book of Malachi: A Summary
Malachi is a book of prophecy and offers a glimpse into the heart of God. It is divided into four chapters, each with a specific focus:
Chapter 1: God’s love is shown through His choice of Israel as His people.
Featured verse: "I have loved you," says the Lord. (Malachi 1:2)
Chapter 2: God rebukes the priests for their corrupt practices and calls them to honor Him.
Featured verse: "For the lips of a priest should preserve knowledge, and men should seek instruction from his mouth." (Malachi 2:7)
Chapter 3: God promises to send a messenger to prepare the way for His coming and calls for repentance.
Featured verse: "Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this," says the Lord Almighty, "and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it." (Malachi 3:10)
Chapter 4: God promises a day of judgment and encourages His people to remember His law.
Featured verse: "But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its wings." (Malachi 4:2)
Malachi: Read in 60 Seconds or Less
Malachi 1: God loves Israel.
Featured verse: "I have loved you," says the Lord. (Malachi 1:2)
Malachi 2: Priests are rebuked.
Featured verse: "For the lips of a priest should preserve knowledge, and men should seek instruction from his mouth." (Malachi 2:7)
Malachi 3: A messenger is promised.
Featured verse: "Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this," says the Lord Almighty, "and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it." (Malachi 3:10)
Malachi 4: Judgment is coming.
Featured verse: "But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its wings." (Malachi 4:2)
While a quick read of Malachi can provide inspiration and insight, we encourage you to read the entire book to gain a deeper understanding of God’s love and justice. Allow Malachi to inspire you to return to God and honor Him in all you do.