TOPIC: BROKEN VOWS
TEXT: Malachi2:10-17(NKJV)
2:10. Have we not all one Father? Has not one God created us? Why do we deal treacherously with one another By profaning the covenant of the fathers?
2:11. Judah has dealt treacherously, And an abomination has been committed in Israel and in Jerusalem, For Judah has profaned The LORD’s holy [institution] which He loves: He has married the daughter of a foreign god.
2:12. May the LORD cut off from the tents of Jacob The man who does this, being awake and aware, Yet who brings an offering to the LORD of hosts!
2:13. And this is the second thing you do: You cover the altar of the LORD with tears, With weeping and crying; So He does not regard the offering anymore, Nor receive [it] with goodwill from your hands.
2:14. Yet you say, “For what reason?” Because the LORD has been witness Between you and the wife of your youth, With whom you have dealt treacherously; Yet she is your companion And your wife by covenant.
2:15. But did He not make [them] one, Having a remnant of the Spirit? And why one? He seeks godly offspring. Therefore take heed to your spirit, And let none deal treacherously with the wife of his youth.
2:16. “For the LORD God of Israel says That He hates divorce, For it covers one’s garment with violence,” Says the LORD of hosts. “Therefore take heed to your spirit, That you do not deal treacherously.”
2:17. You have wearied the LORD with your words; Yet you say, “In what way have we wearied [Him?”] In that you say, “Everyone who does evil [Is] good in the sight of the LORD, And He delights in them,” Or, “Where [is] the God of justice?”
STUDY:
The passage opens by reminding the Israelites of their shared origin and covenant with God. Despite this shared history and commitment, the people had been “betraying one another” and exhibiting disloyalty, both to their fellow humans and to God Himself. God described divorce as something He “hates.” This statement speaks to the broader importance of honoring commitments and maintaining the sanctity of relationships. Whether it applies to marriage, friendships, or our covenant with God, breaking faith has significant consequences.
The passage urges individuals to “guard yourselves in your spirits” and to avoid “breaking faith.” This requires vigilance and self-awareness. We must be mindful of the promises we make and the impact our actions have on others. In what ways do you ensure you are living up to your commitments, both to others and to God? Have there been times when you have broken faith with someone? How can you work towards healing those relationships? How can you cultivate a more positive and trusting relationship with God, even when faced with challenges or doubts?
PRAYER:
Almighty God, forgive me for my broken promises and unfaithfulness. Help me to strengthen the relationships in my lives and cultivate a spirit of integrity.
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