1. What is the meaning of Malachi 3:4?

2. How does Malachi 3:4 emphasize the importance of acceptable offerings to God?

3. What does "offerings of Judah and Jerusalem" reveal about God's expectations for worship?

4. How can we ensure our offerings are "pleasing to the LORD" today?

5. Connect Malachi 3:4 with Romans 12:1 regarding living sacrifices.

6. How does this verse encourage us to examine our motives in worship?

7. What does Malachi 3:4 reveal about God's expectations for offerings?

8. How does Malachi 3:4 connect to the purification process mentioned earlier in the chapter?

9. Why is the acceptance of offerings significant in Malachi 3:4?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Malachi 3?

11. Does Lamentations 3 truly reflect historical events, or is there a lack of archaeological evidence to support such profound devastation?

12. Is the reported scale of Josiah's Passover celebration (2 Kings 23:21-23) historically plausible, given scant external corroboration?

13. Ezekiel 7:5-6 predicts a doom that is 'unique' and 'coming'--were there any historical events matching this prophecy, and if not, does that undermine its credibility?

14. Why neglect God's house while living in luxury?1. How does the historical context of Judah and Jerusalem's offerings inform our understanding of worship today?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our offerings to God are "pleasing" and not merely ritualistic?

3. How does the concept of offerings in Malachi 3:4 connect to the New Testament understanding of spiritual sacrifices?

4. What lessons can we learn from the "days of old" regarding faithfulness and devotion in our personal and communal worship?

5. How can we apply the principle of heart-centered worship in our daily lives, ensuring that our actions reflect our faith in Christ?1. In the context of Malachi 3, what does God's unchanging nature mean to you?

2. What can we learn from God's method of refining and purifying His people? How does this apply to personal growth?

3. How does the concept of justice in Malachi 3 reflect God's character? Can we apply this to our understanding of justice today?

4. How might the concept of tithing and offerings in verses 8-12 be relevant in today's society?

5. What implications do the ideas of judgement and refinement have for contemporary believers?

6. Reflect on a time when you felt spiritually "refined." How did that process help you grow?

7. What does it mean to you to be one of God's "treasured possessions"?

8. How do the concepts of fear and reverence toward God appear in your daily life?

9. The people of Israel were not aware of their transgressions against God. How can you ensure you remain aware of your actions and their alignment with God's commandments?

10. How can you practically 'return to God' in your daily life as suggested in verses 6-7?

11. In the context of your life, what would the promise of blessings "beyond containment" look like?

12. How does the book of remembrance mentioned in verses 16-18 encourage you to live out your faith?

13. God promises to spare those who fear Him on the day He acts. How does this promise affect your perspective on the end times?

14. How can the "day of His coming" inspire believers to live righteously in the present day?

15. How might you respond to those who, like the Israelites, question God's justice?

16. How do you understand the metaphor of the "sun of righteousness" with healing in its rays?

17. In what ways can we ensure we're not "robbing God" in our modern day lives?

18. How can Malachi's message inspire generosity and faithfulness in our current cultural context?

19. In what ways can we "test" God's promises in our lives, as suggested in the challenge regarding tithes and offerings?

20. What does it mean for you to "frolic like well-fed calves," as described in verse 20? How can this imagery inspire joy in your spiritual journey?

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