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—Malachi 4:1-6
by: Gabrielle Watt.
There is powerful imagery in today’s reading. In chapter 3 the people of God had complained about how they saw the wicked prospering. It is common to feel upset when it seems like those who consistently do wrong are living their best lives. In those moments, remember that they are not getting away with anything. In fact, we are told that evildoers and everything around them would be set aflame, while those who fear the Lord would be blessed. However, before this judgment day, the prophet Elijah would come. Who would be this prophet likened to Elijah? Why was it necessary that he come?
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