Malachi 2:17-3:5, 3:16-17

1. The Lord’s coming show that he is faithful to his covenant  with his people.
2. The Lord purifies and cleanses his people when he comes.
3. The Lord’s coming brings justice to his people.
4. The Lord vindicates his people when he comes.

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Isaiah 11:1-11; Malachi 3:5-6; Luke 1:29-33; 46-55

1. How has the Spirit convicted you as a result of this message?
2. What are your traditional images of Christmas / Advent? How has this message deepened your understanding of Jesus’ coming?
3. What images in this message are most powerful to you concerning Jesus’ coming?
4. How may God’s faithfulness, purification, justice, and vindication encourage you this advent season?
5. What change in practices are encouraged by the passages? Concerning our Christmas celebration? Concerning our life practices?