Useless Worship

In Malachi 1:6-14, God is addressing the corruption of the priests of the day. He had been blatantly disrespected in His own house with what He calls 'unclean food' sacrificed by 'useless fires'. There was a lack of respect for who God really was and their defiance only spurred on more anger by Him.

One thing that I love about the book of Malachi is how throughout the whole book, God is referred to as 'The Lord All-Powerful' (NCV). In a way, I believe that God is placing His power in front of them because of their flippant attitude toward the things of Him.

Then I really started thinking....

What have my offerings for worship been to God lately? Am I offering lame and blind offerings and disguising it as true, honored worship to my Creator? How many times have I stepped on the stage as a worship pastor and given a half hearted portion of myself and called it true 'worship'? How many times have I allowed my title to come before my position in God's sight? How many times have I offered a useless fire as an offering and walk away shocked when nothing changes?

In this new year, let this be a challenge to you to....obedience will always precede success in God's sight. Offer your best and you will have all you can handle from the The Lord All-Powerful.