Malachi
The Messenger of the Covenant — Malachi 3–4
Overview
Malachi calls God’s people back to faithful worship and points toward a coming messenger before the Lord’s day.
Details
Key KJV PassageMalachi 3:1 — “Behold, I will send my messenger, and he shall prepare the way before me.”
Main CharactersMalachi, the priests, Israel, the coming messenger, and the Lord.
Lesson / ThemeGod calls His people to faithful worship and promises a messenger who will prepare the way for His coming.
Connection to ChristThe promised messenger points to John the Baptist, who prepares the way for Jesus Christ.
Memory VerseMalachi 3:1.
Discussion QuestionsWhat problems did Malachi confront? Who is the promised messenger? How does Malachi prepare readers for the New Testament?