Vả, hơi sống của Ðức Chúa Trời dầu có dư dật, chỉ làm nên một người mà thôi. Nhưng vì sao chỉ làm một người? Ấy là vì tìm một dòng dõi thánh. Vậy các ngươi khá cẩn thận trong tâm thần mình; chớ đãi cách phỉnh dối với vợ mình lấy lúc tuổi trẻ.
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This verse is about the importance of staying faithful to one's spouse. It speaks from God, emphasizing that He made humans as partners for life to create a godly family line. It warns against treating your wife badly.
Giải thích cho trẻ em
Think about how when you plant a seed in the garden, you wait and take care of it so it grows into something beautiful. God wants us to treat our families like that special seed, taking good care of them all our lives.
Bối cảnh lịch sử
Malachi wrote this book around 430-420 BC after many Jews had returned from exile in Babylon. He was addressing the priests and people who were neglecting their duties and marriages.
Áp dụng cho hôm nay
In today's world, where divorce is common, Malachi's words remind us of the sacredness of marriage vows. Imagine a couple facing financial stress; this verse encourages them to work through it together with faithfulness rather than giving up.
Chủ đề
marriagefaithfulnessfamily valuesdivine purposeGod's plan for humanityspiritual integrity