In this sermon Ben explores God’s opening declaration in Malachi: “I have loved you.” Israel doubts this love, but God responds by pointing to His sovereign choice of Jacob over Esau as evidence of His faithful, covenant commitment. The message highlights how easily God’s people can become numb to His love when life feels disappointing or spiritually dry, yet God’s love remains steady, intentional, and rooted in His character—not their performance.

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Chapters

0:00 Setting the Scene: Malachi's Historical Background and Purpose

3:40 Malachi's Message: Reaffirming God's Love to a Rebellious People

6:37 Exploring 'Ahav': God's Eternal, Unconditional, and Choosing Love

12:01 Don't Base God's Love on Feelings: The Danger of Our Emotions

17:40 From Adam to Abraham: God's Unwavering Pursuit Despite Rebellion

23:11 Understanding 'Esau I Have Hated' and Jesus as the Perfect Israelite

29:18 Grafted into God's Family: How Will You Respond to His Love?