Thousands of years ago, the prophet Malachi asked a penetrating question that could aptly be asked of us. “Have we not all one Father? Has not one God created us? Why then are we faithless to one another, profaning the covenant of our fathers?” Malachi’s question had a specific context, but the question has far-reaching applications.
We all have the same Father—God. We have all been created by Him and in His image. Further, those who have obeyed the gospel have also been adopted by the Father into His family and kingdom. These truths mean our relationships with one another are critically important. As children of God, we must be faithful to one another. We owe each other kindness and respect. We should be faithful enough to rebuke an erring brother instead of talking behind his back. We should be faithful to forgive and restore. We should serve, love, and help one another. If Malachi spoke to us today, could he ask, “Why are you faithless to one another?”