Reading: Malachi 1:1-5

Devotional: The Israelites questioned God's love after years of waiting for promises to be fulfilled. Like them, we sometimes look at our circumstances and wonder, "Where is God's love in this?" Disillusionment creeps in when our expectations don't match reality. Yet God's response is profound: He points to His past faithfulness as evidence of His present love. When you're tempted to doubt God's affection for you, remember He chose you before you chose Him. His love isn't proven by your circumstances aligning with your desires, but by His consistent character throughout history. The waiting seasons often feel like abandonment, but they're actually opportunities to deepen our understanding of who God truly is—not a cosmic vending machine responding to our demands, but a loving Father whose timing and ways transcend our limited perspective. Today, reflect on one specific way God has shown His faithfulness in your past, and let that memory anchor your trust in His current love for you.

Reflection Question: What unfulfilled expectation is currently making you question God's love, and how might your view change if you looked at it through the lens of His past faithfulness rather than your present disappointment?