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Malachi 4:1-2
The Great Day of the Lord
4 “For behold, the day is coming, burning like an oven, when all the arrogant and all evildoers will be stubble. The day that is coming shall set them ablaze, says the Lord of hosts, so that it will leave them neither root nor branch. 2 But for you who fear my name, the sun of righteousness shall rise with healing in its wings. You shall go out leaping like calves from the stall.
A Day of Healing for the Righteous
The prophet Malachi paints a vivid picture of a coming day of judgment:
“See, the day is coming, burning like an oven, when all the arrogant and all evildoers will be stubble… But for you who revere my name the sun of righteousness shall rise, with healing in its wings.”
Defining “arrogance and evil” in today’s world is not always simple. What one generation tolerates, the next normalizes. The challenge to us then believers, is our willingness to uphold righteousness in a culture that often embraces lies for the sake of comfort and acceptance. This passage reminds us that arrogance and evil will never endure before the Lord’s justice. But then, not everyone might be willing to endure for righteousness, therefore not everyone felt the need for any healing that the Lord provide mentioned on verse 2.
“2 But for you who fear my name, the sun of righteousness shall rise with healing in its wings. You shall go out leaping like calves from the stall.“
The promise of healing in verse 2 emphasizes that it is tied to reverence for God’s name. Without the Lord, righteousness cannot rise like the sun, and healing will not come to those who suffer for Christ. The real question is not whether evildoers will be punished, for God’s judgment is certain, but whether we still long for the healing of the Lord. Do we still need the “sun of righteousness” to shine upon us? In a world where suffering for Jesus’ name is often avoided, the call remains: persevere, even when it costs us worldly security.
2 Thessalonians 3:6-13
Warning Against Idleness
6 Now we command you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you keep away from any brother who is walking in idleness and not in accord with the tradition that you received from us. 7 For you yourselves know how you ought to imitate us, because we were not idle when we were with you, 8 nor did we eat anyone’s bread without paying for it, but with toil and labor we worked night and day, that we might not be a burden to any of you. 9 It was not because we do not have that right, but to give you in ourselves an example to imitate. 10 For even when we were with you, we would give you this command: If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat. 11 For we hear that some among you walk in idleness, not busy at work, but busybodies. 12 Now such persons we command and encourage in the Lord Jesus Christ to do their work quietly and to earn their own living.
13 As for you, brothers, do not grow weary in doing good.
Do What Is Right Paul exhorts the church to live responsibly and faithfully:
“Keep away from every brother or sister living irresponsibly… For even when we were with you, we gave you this command: anyone unwilling to work should not eat.”
Here, irresponsibility is not simply laziness—it is failing to do what is right. Paul and his companions modeled integrity, working diligently so as not to burden others. Their example reminds us to practice what we preach, to live what we say. The command is clear: avoid idleness, avoid being busybodies, and instead live quietly, earning one’s own living. Above all, Paul concludes with encouragement: “Do not be weary in doing what is right.”
In a world where compromise is easy, perseverance in righteousness remains essential.
Luke 21:5-19
Jesus Foretells Destruction of the Temple
5 And while some were speaking of the temple, how it was adorned with noble stones and offerings, he said, 6 “As for these things that you see, the days will come when there will not be left here one stone upon another that will not be thrown down.” 7 And they asked him, “Teacher, when will these things be, and what will be the sign when these things are about to take place?” 8 And he said, “See that you are not led astray. For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am he!’ and, ‘The time is at hand!’ Do not go after them. 9 And when you hear of wars and tumults, do not be terrified, for these things must first take place, but the end will not be at once.”
Jesus Foretells Wars and Persecution
10 Then he said to them, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. 11 There will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences. And there will be terrors and great signs from heaven. 12 But before all this they will lay their hands on you and persecute you, delivering you up to the synagogues and prisons, and you will be brought before kings and governors for my name’s sake. 13 This will be your opportunity to bear witness. 14 Settle it therefore in your minds not to meditate beforehand how to answer, 15 for I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which none of your adversaries will be able to withstand or contradict. 16 You will be delivered up even by parents and brothers[a] and relatives and friends, and some of you they will put to death. 17 You will be hated by all for my name’s sake. 18 But not a hair of your head will perish. 19 By your endurance you will gain your lives.
Suffering for Jesus’ Sake
Jesus’ words about the temple remind us that outward adornments, however beautiful, hold no eternal value:
“And while some were speaking of the temple, how it was adorned with noble stones and offerings, he said, The days will come when not one stone will be left upon another; all will be thrown down.”
Our bodies are now temples of the Holy Spirit, yet we often adorn our lives with things we think are dedicated to God but which hold no true value in His sight. Jesus warns of wars, famines, false prophets, and persecution. Yet He insists: “Do not be terrified.” Persecution, betrayal, and hatred will come because of His name. But these trials are not meaningless—they are opportunities to testify. God promises wisdom that cannot be contradicted, comfort in suffering, and endurance that leads to salvation: “By your endurance you will gain your souls.”
The call is not to fight with politics or worldly arguments, but to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. Salvation and forgiveness of sins restore what is broken. Repentance and perseverance in prayer sustain us. We cannot afford to say, “I can’t be bothered.” Instead, we must be those who feel the warm sunrise of the Lord’s righteousness, bringing healing even in the midst of suffering.
Conclusion:
Across Malachi, Thessalonians, and Luke, a consistent theme emerges: righteousness requires perseverance, truth demands courage, and suffering for Christ is accompanied with his healing power to those who carry the gospel into the world. The arrogant and evildoers will face judgment, but those who revere the Lord will rise with healing. In a world that normalizes compromise, the church is called to endure, to live responsibly, and to testify boldly. Healing, salvation, and redemption belong to those who suffer for the sake of the gospel. The sun of righteousness still rises, and with it, wings of healing for all who remain faithful.
After reading and understanding about this message, I want you to think about this question carefully.
“Are you healed?”
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