I Have Loved You | Malachi 1:2-5

The Unchanging Covenant Love of God Scripture: Malachi 1:2–5 In this expositional sermon from Malachi 1:2–5, Pastor Brandon Scroggins examines one of the most profound declarations in all of Scripture: "I have loved you," says the LORD. When God's people questioned His love because of difficult circumstances, the Lord responded by pointing them back to His sovereign covenant faithfulness. This message explores the assurance of God's love, His sovereign election, the relationship between God's love and holiness, and why believers must walk by faith rather than by sight. Whether you are struggling with doubt, suffering, or questioning God's goodness, this sermon reminds us that God's love is not measured by our circumstances but by His eternal covenant fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction: Love Stronger Than Death 05:07 - "I Have Loved You" (Malachi 1:2–5) 06:27 - God's Declaration of Covenant Love 10:20 - Love Before Command: Grace Before Obedience 13:16 - Why Does God Love His People? (Deuteronomy 7) 15:25 - "How Have You Loved Us?" Israel's Question 18:52 - How Has God Not Loved You? 23:29 - Walking by Faith, Not by Sight 26:06 - God's Loving Discipline (Hebrews 12) 28:15 - Assurance of Salvation & the 1689 Confession 31:24 - Jacob and Esau: God's Sovereign Choice 35:00 - God's Sovereign Grace Displayed End - Final Exhortation & Gospel Application Key Themes • Malachi 1:2–5 Explained • The Covenant Love of God • Assurance of Salvation • God's Sovereign Election • Walking by Faith, Not by Sight • God's Loving Discipline • The Faithfulness of God • Reformed Baptist Theology • Expository Preaching • The Gospel of Jesus Christ If this sermon encouraged you, consider liking the video, subscribing to the channel, and sharing it with someone who needs the assurance of God's unchanging love. Reformation Baptist Church Central Alabama #Malachi #ReformedTheology #ExpositoryPreaching #BrandonScroggins #ReformationBaptistChurch #1689Federalism #BibleStudy #ChristianSermon #CovenantTheology #JesusChrist