Malachi 1:14 · KJV
"But cursed be the deceiver, which hath in his flock a male, and voweth, and sacrificeth unto the Lord a corrupt thing: for I am a great King, saith the LORD of hosts, and my name is dreadful among the heathen."
King James Version
What does Malachi 1:14 mean? →Passage Context
12But ye have profaned it, in that ye say, The table of the LORD is polluted; and the fruit thereof, even his meat, is contemptible.
13Ye said also, Behold, what a weariness is it! and ye have snuffed at it, saith the LORD of hosts; and ye brought that which was torn, and the lame, and the sick; thus ye brought an offering: should I accept this of your hand? saith the LORD.
14But cursed be the deceiver, which hath in his flock a male, and voweth, and sacrificeth unto the Lord a corrupt thing: for I am a great King, saith the LORD of hosts, and my name is dreadful among the heathen.
Reflection Questions
1
What does it mean for you to keep your commitments to God?
2
How do you feel when you see dishonesty in worship?
3
When have you been tempted to offer less than your best?
Life Application
integrity
Reflect on your commitments and ensure you are honoring them fully.
faith
Consider how you can be more diligent in your spiritual practices.
Places in This Verse
Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)
A focal point for Jewish worship and the location of the temple.
Connection to Jesus
gospel theme
This verse highlights the importance of offering pure sacrifices, which connects to the ultimate sacrifice of Christ, who was without sin.
See also: 1 Peter 1:19
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