Episode 866: The Biography of a Sacrifice (Book of Malachi)

Peter Leithart, Jeff Meyers, James Bejon, and Alastair Roberts continue their series in Malachi, working through the second half of chapter one (verses 6–14). The conversation opens by revisiting the Jacob/Esau passage and the question of whether Paul's use of Malachi in Romans 9 is a systematic proof text for election or an evocation of Malachi's broader historical context. From there the discussion moves to Israel's defiled sacrifices, the priestly failure to guard the altar, and the frightening logic of bringing an unworthy gift before a holy God. ____________ This episode is sponsored by Audio Deacon. Audio Deacon is a curated music streaming app for families and thoughtful listeners — built around music that is good, true, and beautiful. New artists added every week. 👉 Get your first 3 months free: https://app.audio-deacon.com/menu Use code audiodeacon3 at checkout, or audiofamily3 for the 3 months FREE on a family account. Also worth exploring: 📖 Substack — album reviews, listening guides, and essays on music and the Christian life: audiodeacon.substack.com 🎙️ Podcast — new albums, artist interviews, and what it means to listen well: audiodeacon.buzzsprout.com _______ GIVE TO THEOPOLIS! theopolisinstitute.com/give/ Get the Theopolis App! app.theopolisinstitute.com/menu Use Code "theopolitan" to get your first month free! Sign up for In Medias Res mailchi.mp/0b01d726f2fe/inmediasres