1. What is the meaning of Malachi 4:5?

2. How does Malachi 4:5 prepare us for the coming of the Messiah?

3. What role does Elijah play in God's plan according to Malachi 4:5?

4. How can we recognize "Elijah the prophet" in our current spiritual context?

5. How does Malachi 4:5 connect with John the Baptist's ministry in the Gospels?

6. How should Malachi 4:5 influence our anticipation of Christ's second coming?

7. What does Malachi 4:5 mean by "Elijah the prophet" returning before the "great and dreadful day"?

8. How does Malachi 4:5 relate to the concept of prophecy fulfillment in the New Testament?

9. Why is Elijah specifically mentioned in Malachi 4:5 instead of another prophet?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Malachi 4?

11. What is "The Great and Dreadful Day"?

12. What happened during the 400 years of silence?

13. If Elijah is supposed to return (Malachi 4:5), why does the New Testament imply John the Baptist’s role was that of Elijah, yet he denies being Elijah in John 1:21?

14. In Matthew 11:14, Jesus identifies John as Elijah, but John 1:21 records John denying this. Is that a contradiction? 1. How does the identification of John the Baptist as "Elijah" in the New Testament help us understand the fulfillment of Malachi's prophecy?

2. In what ways can we prepare our hearts for the "great and dreadful day of the LORD"?

3. How does the role of Elijah as a prophet challenge us to listen to God's Word and respond in obedience today?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to live with an eternal perspective, in light of the coming Day of the LORD?

5. How can we discern and respond to the prophetic voices in our lives that call us back to faithfulness and repentance?1. How does Malachi 4 illustrate God's view on justice and righteousness?

2. What does the 'Sun of Righteousness' represent, and how can we seek its healing rays in our lives?

3. How do the themes of judgement and restoration interplay in this chapter?

4. In what ways can the prophecy of Elijah's return inspire reconciliation in our own relationships?

5. How can remembering the Law of Moses influence our modern ethical and moral decisions?

6. How can we prepare ourselves for the 'Day of the Lord' as per the teachings in Malachi 4?

7. How does the promise of God’s judgement impact the way you view your actions and choices?

8. How might Malachi's exhortation to remember the Law of Moses apply to present-day societal issues?

9. If the Day of the Lord were to happen soon, how would it change your current lifestyle?

10. How can the analogy of the 'blazing furnace' and the 'dust underfoot' serve as reminders in your daily walk of faith?

11. How does the prophecy about Elijah’s return reveal God’s intention to restore relationships?

12. How might the warning of the 'great and dreadful' Day of the Lord influence your spiritual growth?

13. How can you apply the lessons from Malachi 4 in your interaction with others?

14. How might you incorporate the remembrance of Moses' laws into your personal study of the Bible?

15. In what ways does Malachi 4 challenge your understanding of God's mercy and wrath?

16. How can Malachi’s prophecy about Elijah guide you in dealing with family relationships?

17. How does the concept of God’s judgement affect your perception of justice in today’s world?

18. How can the teachings in Malachi 4 help you in dealing with injustice around you?

19. In your personal experience, how do you connect the prophecy of Elijah's return to the idea of healing and restoration?

20. How can the final admonitions and prophecies of Malachi 4 shape your personal faith journey?

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