While the people cynically questioned God’s justice and longed for his intervention, in Malachi 2:17-3:5, God told them he would be coming in judgment after his messenger prepared the way. In the New Testament, we learn who that messenger was and what God did when he showed up, which was a shock to all.
Jesus told his followers what to pray and why to pray, so let's pray and keep on praying!
At the Red Sea, the LORD triumphed gloriously, made himself known, and anticipated his greater triumph in the cross and resurrection.
As David’s covenant with David held firm through difficult times, so God’s covenant with us keeps us throughout our lives.