The World English Bible (WEB): Malachi

"The World English Bible (WEB): Malachi" by Anonymous is a prophetic book that shares messages from God, spoken through the prophet Malachi, to the ancient Israelites, likely around the 5th century BCE. The book is about themes of love, fair treatment, and holding people accountable. The prophet Malachi makes clear God’s irritation with how the Israelites, especially the priests, have not been truly faithful in their worship and commitment to God. It first emphasizes God's love for Israel, then strongly criticizes their corrupted offerings and unfaithfulness to each other. Through warnings, God asks them to return to appropriate sacrifice and follow His rules. The story also tells of a messenger who will pave the way for the Lord and promises a coming day of judgment. The narrative stresses the importance of heartfelt worship and honesty in personal and communal relationships, ending with hope for the future restoration of those who stay faithful.