Malachi 1-2, Isaiah 65, Revelation 20
What God said to me – I chose Israel to be My covenant people. I loved them and blessed them and disciplined them and restored the to their land after seventy years in captivity. In spite of all I did for them, they quickly became apathetic. They went through the routine of worship but didn’t put their hearts into it. They gave offerings and sacrifices but they kept the best for themselves and gave Me the leftovers. I chose you to be My child and part of My covenant people, the church. How does your attitude towards Me compare to that of Israel? Are you just going through the routines of worship or are you actively seeking Me? You get excited to go to a ballgame or to a concert, but what is your attitude when it’s time to go to church? Do you give Me your first and best or just the leftovers? In order to hear from Me and to maintain a close and vital relationship this daily conversation and time together is of utmost importance otherwise apathy will creep in and you will drift away.