Contradictions and Paradoxes in Malachi 3:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Malachi 3:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Malachi 3:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Malachi, some people think it's useless to follow God's rules and feel sad for Him because they don't see any good things happening to them. They wonder why they should bother being good if they don't get anything in return.

Malachi 3:14: Ye have said, It [is] vain to serve God: and what profit [is it] that we have kept his ordinance, and that we have walked mournfully before the LORD of hosts? [ordinance: Heb. observation] [mournfully: Heb. in black]

Contradiction with Psalm 73:13

This verse questions the benefit of keeping one's heart pure, similar to the skepticism in Malachi 3:14; however, it contrasts by showing a journey towards understanding God's justice and provision.

Psalm 73:13: Verily I have cleansed my heart [in] vain, and washed my hands in innocency.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:33

This verse emphasizes seeking God's kingdom and righteousness as beneficial and rewarding, contradicting the claim in Malachi 3:14 that serving God is pointless.

Matthew 6:33: But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Contradiction with Hebrews 11:6

This verse states that God rewards those who diligently seek Him, directly opposing the sentiment in Malachi 3:14 of no profit in serving God.

Hebrews 11:6: But without faith [it is] impossible to please [him]: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and [that] he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.

Paradox #1

Malachi 3:14 might seem to present a contradiction or conflict because it suggests that serving God and following His laws may appear pointless if one doesn't see immediate or material rewards. This could conflict with other teachings that emphasize faith and trust in God's plan regardless of immediate outcomes. It challenges the idea of obedience and faith without direct tangible benefits.

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