Malachi #

3:6–10
The people brought different kinds of offerings to the temple. One of these was a tenth of their crops, animals, and income. This tenth was set apart for the Lord. These offerings were later called tithes.

3:16–18
Malachi tells us about the Lord’s punishment. He also tells us about the Lord’s love and mercy for those who respect Him. The people who love and serve the Lord will be safe when the day of judgment comes.

Do you have love and respect for the Lord? Remember to let Him know!
Arty thinks writing a letter to the Lord is a good idea. Tell Him how you feel about Him. Thank Him for everything He does.

4:4–6
Moses and Elijah were important people in the history of the Jews. Moses gave them their laws, and Elijah was one of their greatest prophets. Malachi tells about the Lord’s promise to His people. The Lord promised to send the prophet Elijah again, but that didn’t happen right away. The people waited. When a prophet did come, it wasn’t Elijah but John the Baptist—the “new Elijah.” John told people that Jesus was coming, and John’s message was the same as Zechariah’s: They must repent of their sins before it’s too late. He said their lives must show that they truly love the Lord.