I. Introduction

We had looked at the Lord’s charges against the priests (leaders) of God’s people for profaning the Lord’s altar the last time
This morning we will see that this contempt that the priests had for God’s glory would bring God’s pronouncement on them.

II. The chastisements and judgements on ungodly leadership vs 1-4

Chastisements/judgements are coming and blessings withhold
Ill-effects on subsequent generations
Dishonour to their name
Removal from their offices
The reasons for the Lord’s judgements?


To wake them out of their spiritual slumber and contempt
To purge and purify the leadership


III. The ideals of godly leadership vs 5-7
The LORD’S description of the ideal and godly priesthood cannot be traced to any that is mentioned in the Bible, except for Christ Himself who is our perfect High Priest

Trustworthy and morally pure in doctrine.
Unswerving in his judgments
Pure and righteous in his conduct
Focused in his work for the Lord
Immersed in Biblical knowledge and the preserver of it
Messenger of the Lord of hosts


IV. The measure (in contrast) of godly leadership vs 8-9

Alignment with the ideal priesthood i.e., Christ
Example to the flock
Faithfulness and commitment

V. Conclusion

The LORD had pronounced His commandment on the priests of Malachi’s day because they had broken the covenant of Levi


We have a high standard to uphold, we must be faithful and accurate in what we teach
We must also live our lives by the same standards that we teach by the Spirit’s empowering

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