Malachi

The Lord expresses His love for Israel, contrasting it with His hatred for Esau, and warns of impending destruction for those who have polluted His name through deceitful sacrifices and broken covenants. The priests are rebuked for leading many astray and breaking their covenants with their wives and the Lord. The people have wearied the Lord with their words, claiming He is not a God of judgment. However, the Lord will send an angel to prepare the way for His arrival, refining and cleansing the people, and judging those who have done evil. The people are called to return to the Lord, bringing their tithes, and in return, the Lord will bless them with abundance. Ultimately, the day of the Lord will come, destroying the arrogant and wicked, but saving those who fear His name and experience healing and joy.