Malachi
Overview
Time of Writing: 435-410 B.C. (Governorship of Nehemiah) Theme: True Worship Key Scripture: 3:1
Chapters 1-2: The Sin of Israel Chapters 3-4: Judgement of the Wicked and Blessing on the Repentant
Purpose: To call the colonists and leadership to serve God whole-heartedly
Message:
- Sins of hypocrisy harden and blind the heart.
- Obedience brings blessing and disobedience brings cursing (summary of OT)