"Return to me, and I will return to you,” says Jehovah of armies." (Malachi 3:7) – ???????

[Bible Speaks]

"Return to me, and I will return to you,” says Jehovah of armies." (Malachi 3:7)

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Does this mean that those who have left the truth will never be allowed to return to the congregation? Or does it mean that there is no hope for someone who has not yet dedicated his life to Jehovah? No, the opportunity is still there to become Jehovah’s friend before the start of the great tribulation. Jehovah calls out to them: “Return to me, and I will return to you.” (Malachi 3:7) 

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Jehovah really wants those who have left Him to return. The father in the illustration never stopped hoping that his son would return. When he saw his son coming from “a long way off,” he ran to meet him. The father wanted his son to know that he was welcome. The illustration should motivate those who have left the truth to return to Jehovah right away. Their relationship with him might be very weak, they may feel embarrassed, and it could seem too difficult to come back, but it is worth the effort! When they return, Jehovah, Jesus, and the angels will rejoice.—Luke 15:7.

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https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/402014925?q=mal+3%3A7&p=par