When I Doubt His Love For Me

This sermon explores the opening discourse of Malachi, addressing the post-exilic community's doubt regarding God's love amidst hardship and half-hearted worship. The speaker distinguishes between covenant love (hesed) and the unconditional, electing love demonstrated by God's choice of Jacob over Esau, emphasizing that this love is proactive and eternal rather than based on human merit. By examining God's hatred toward Edom for their wickedness and betrayal, the text illustrates the justice of the Lord of Hosts, who fights for His people and supersedes geographical borders. The message concludes by assuring believers that God's protective power and enduring affection provide a solid foundation for confidence, countering the lukewarmness and anxiety that characterize a half-hearted faith.