Where Is the God of Justice? Malachi’s Answer: I Will Send, Testify, Purify

In this episode pastor David Varney works through Malachi 3 to answer the perennial question: “Where is the God of justice?” Using the prophet’s threefold reply—“I will send, I will testify, I will purify”—the speaker unpacks Scripture, links Malachi to John the Baptist and Jesus, and explains how God’s justice is both decisive and redemptive.

The sermon covers the problem of evil and suffering, the role of the messenger who prepares the way (John the Baptist), and the Lord who brings covenant justice (Jesus). Key themes include God’s courtroom of accountability, the refining and purifying imagery of fire and soap, Christ’s atonement as taking the judgment in our place, and the work of the Holy Spirit to make believers righteous.

Listeners can expect practical application and a call to live out God’s justice—both personally and socially—along with references to organizations and opportunities for action (e.g., supporting persecuted believers and anti-trafficking efforts). The tone is pastoral, evangelistic, and challenge-oriented: repent, be refined, and pursue justice in your community.

 

MAIN TEXT

Malachi 2:17-3:5

 

SPEAKER

David Varney, pastor Foundation Church Belfast

 

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