Malachi 1:7 · KJV
"Ye offer polluted bread upon mine altar; and ye say, Wherein have we polluted thee? In that ye say, The table of the LORD is contemptible."
King James Version
What does Malachi 1:7 mean? →Passage Context
5And your eyes shall see, and ye shall say, The LORD will be magnified from the border of Israel.
6A son honoureth his father, and a servant his master: if then I be a father, where is mine honour? and if I be a master, where is my fear? saith the LORD of hosts unto you, O priests, that despise my name. And ye say, Wherein have we despised thy name?
7Ye offer polluted bread upon mine altar; and ye say, Wherein have we polluted thee? In that ye say, The table of the LORD is contemptible.
8And if ye offer the blind for sacrifice, is it not evil? and if ye offer the lame and sick, is it not evil? offer it now unto thy governor; will he be pleased with thee, or accept thy person? saith the LORD of hosts.
9And now, I pray you, beseech God that he will be gracious unto us: this hath been by your means: will he regard your persons? saith the LORD of hosts.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you ensure your offerings to God are sincere?
2
What does it mean for you to honor God with your actions?
3
When have you felt challenged to improve your worship practices?
Life Application
worship
Evaluate your relationship with God and ensure that your worship is genuine and respectful.
integrity
Strive to offer your best in all areas of life, reflecting your commitment to God.
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