Dear folks,
I recommend reading over these comments by John Piper on verse 6 of malachi 4. These words are direct from his website, cited with permission.
Lee
3. Considering the Effects of God’s Merciful Word
Now in verse 6 we see one of the effects of that mercy—and an unexpected one at that.
When Elijah preaches, and cries out [...]
Good day folks,
Last week we learned about the book of remembrance, the one the Lord keeps concerning those who fear His Name. This week in closing the prophecy of Malachi we will learn about the day of the Lord which brings the final judgment of God on the wicked. Read carefully 4:1-6 to see God [...]
Listen as Pastor Lee leads us through the 6th oracle of the Prophet Malachi. Does what you say matter? What about your idle words? In the context of a vain worship, these questions are raised by the Lord. To understand that our words matter requires that we understand our standing before [...]