Tuesday - 1/30 - Read Malachi 2:1-9

My thought today is this--Anyone who takes God's honor seriously is a leader! Do you think that is a true statement? Why or why not?

I believe it is. Before you read on and discover why, make sure you interact with the questions I just ask. Work through this issue between you and God first. The reason--God takes His honor seriously (Malachi 1:11,14b; 2:2b,5b). If we do, and I think everyone would say we should, what kind of impact will that have on your life?

How will you see your role as His follower in light of the honor do His name (Matt. 5:13-16)?

As you desire to honor God's name in your marriage, family, friendships, etc., what kind of influence will you have on others?

As you have an influence on others, do you become a leader?

How serious is this role?

Does your answer to these questions help you to understand the seemingly bizarre statement by God in Malachi 2:3 about Him spreading on the faces of the Levites the offal from their festival sacrifices? Why is understanding this statement by God so crucial in being a leader?

Malachi 2:8a says, "But you have turned from the way!" What do you think this means?

In light of the potential influence we have in other people's lives, why is it crucial that we stay in "the way?"

Are you spending time with God daily? Are you staying in "the way" in your life? What changes will you need to make to make sure you are staying in "the way?"