How would you define the word "wisdom"? It's not a word that's used often in our culture. The biblical concept of wisdom is much deeper than simply knowledge. I think a helpful definition is: understanding ultimate reality as defined by God and having the ability to live in accordance with it. But that's the catch, isn't it? Lots of us know what's right and good for us, but so often we don't have the ability to act on it. There's always another tug on our hearts.
The Heart of the Wise
October 13, 2013 • Ecclesiastes 7
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September 8, 2013 • Ecclesiastes 2:1–11
What would your life look like if you had unlimited resources? I'm talking about virtually infinite wealth. What would you spend your money on? What would you spend your time doing? Who would your friends be? What would your relationships look like? Where would you live? What would you be pursuing? What would you live for? As we continue our journey searching for the meaning of life with Ecclesiastes, we get a glimpse of what goes on in the man's heart as he "tests it with pleasure." Could pleasure be the purpose of life?
Working Hard?
September 15, 2013 • Ecclesiastes 2:12–26
Do you have a job? Do you want a job? Do you hate your job? Do you want another job? (Sorry to be asking you these questions if today is your day off!) We’re always either preparing to work, working, or resting from work. Because work is such a substantial part of our lives, if we don’t learn to enjoy it, we’ll never learn to enjoy life. The cheery Ecclesiastes, in considering work, concludes by saying: “So I hated my life” in 2:17 and “I hated all my toil” in 2:18. Can you give a hearty amen to this conclusion? Well then you’re in luck, because this sermon is for you!