And now we call the proud happy; yea, they that work wickedness are set up; yea, they that tempt God are even delivered. — Malachi 3:15 KJV
But now we call the arrogant blessed. Certainly evildoers prosper, and even when they put God to the test, they get away with it. — Malachi 3:15 NIV
Today's Verse Reflection
This reflection encourages patience and endurance in the face of injustice and moral confusion. It points towards the eventual righting of wrongs and the fulfillment of God’s promises, urging believers to hold fast to their faith. This encourages us to make reevaluation of what it means to be truly blessed. In a Christian context, blessings are not always synonymous with material prosperity or earthly success, but often pertain to spiritual growth, inner peace, and a deepening relationship with God.