Studies in Malachi

A study of the Old Testament minor prophet examining the text of the last book of the Old Testament canon. The study includes three special studies examining modern day issues from Malachi’s perspective. There are also “Short Sketches” of the entire book which suggest seed-thoughts for additional lessons. This study will be useful for Bible study groups, sermons, or personal enrichment of the prophet’s message.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Malachi
2. The prophet and his prophecy (1:1)
3. Israel’s rejection of God’s holiness (1:2-5)
4. Unbelievable fruits of rejection (1:6-14)
5. The priests rebuked (2:1-9)
6. The nation rebuked (2:10-16)
7. The tragic results summarized (2:17)
8. The restored holiness assured (3:1-3)
9. The restored holiness brings blessings (3:4-5)
10. The restored holiness magnifies God (3:6-7)
11. Errors in worship will not prevail (3:8-12)
12. Errors in life will not prevail (3:13-15)
13. Faithful allegiance distinguishes! (3:16-18)
14. Allegiance to error is damning! (4:1-3)
15. Conclusion: Remember God’s Holiness! (4:4-6)
16. Special Study One–Marital Exhortations
17. Special Study Two–Devalued Values
18. Special Study Three–Absolute Choices? Absolutely!
19. Short Sketches on Malachi