The Better Way, Ecclesiastes 7:1-14

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The Better Way, Ecclesiastes 7:1-14

May 31, 2020 • Kurt Birky

Even from our limited human perspective, we understand there is good advice that is worthwhile to follow and that making wise choices is to be preferred to making foolish ones. However, human wisdom is not a safeguard against all the perils and injustice of this world, and so our hope rests not in our wisdom but in the person and work of Christ who stands sovereign over all.

1. Leaving a lasting legacy (v. 1)
2. Live with the end in mind (vs. 2-4)
3. Practical tips for the better life (vs. 5-12)
a. Be receptive (vs. 5-6)
b. Be honest (v. 7)
c. Be humble (v. 8)
d. Be slow to anger (v. 9)
e. Be present (v. 10)
f. Seek wisdom over wealth (vs. 11-12)
4. Ultimately, God is in control (vs. 13-14)

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God I Look To You
#5858163 by J Johnson
2010 Bethel Music

Way Maker
#7115744 by Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu
2016 Sinach

Exalted Over All
#7065022 by A Rozier, J Ingram & J Cates
2016 © All Essential Music
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The End of the Matter, Ecclesiastes 12: 8-14

June 14, 2020 • Josh Lindstrom

The Preacher wraps up his book by reminding us of the careful attention he gave to his words and, consequently, the careful attention we should give them in response. The end of the matter is that it is only in a reverence for God and obedience to his commands that we will find a truly satisfied life. Far from being discouraging, we can be confident that all we do in pursuit of Christ will be recognized and rewarded on that final day. 1. Back to where we started (sort of) (v. 8) 2. Well chosen words (vs. 9-10) 3. An inspired voice (vs. 11-12) 4. The duty of all mankind (v. 13) 5. Everything matters (v. 14) Songs: Do It Again #7067555 by C Brown, M Brock, M Redman & S Furtick © Music by Elevation Worship Publishing Psalm 23 (I Am Not Alone) #7111981 by L Taylor, J Sherman, S Musso & The Emerging Sound 2018 Tent Peg Music, The Emerging Sound Publishing, and Touched By A Fire Music Glorious Day #7081388 by J Ingram, J Smith, K Stanfil & S Curran © Fellow Ships Music, Hickory Bill Doc, So Essential Tunes -------------------------------------------- Love Well Change Lives Through Christ It’s the vision of Woodmen, led by Pastor Josh Lindstrom, in the Pikes Peak area of Colorado Find more at https://woodmenvalley.org or download the Woodmen app at https://subsplash.com/woodmenvalleychapel/app — Connect with Us Website: https://woodmenvalley.org Woodmen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woodmen_valley_chapel/ Woodmen Twitter: https://twitter.com/welcome2woodmen Woodmen Facebook Pages: Central https://www.facebook.com/woodmenvalleychapel Heights https://www.facebook.com/woodmenheights Monument https://www.facebook.com/woodmenmoument Rockrimmon https://www.facebook.com/woodmenrockrimmon Southwest https://www.facebook.com/woodmensouthwest

The Reality of Death, Ecclesiastes 9:1-18

June 7, 2020 • Kurt Birky

Until Christ returns, each one of us at some point will die and the reality of death casts a long dark shadow over all our pursuits. However, for the redeemed in Christ, we cry out, “O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?” (1 Corinthians 15:55). For the child of God, while death is not the end, its presence here and now should drive us to cherish and enjoy life while we can. 1. Death is unavoidable (vs. 1-3) 2. Life can be enjoyable (vs. 4-10) 3. Life can be unpredictable (vs. 11-18) Songs: Graves Into Gardens #7138219 by B Lake, C Brown, S Furtick & T Hammer 2019 Maverick City Publishing Worldwide, Bethel Music Publishing What A Beautiful Name #7068424 by B Fielding & B Ligertwood 2016 Hillsong Music Publishing Resurrecting #7051507 by C Brown, M Brock, M Ntele, S Furtick & W Joye 2015 © Be Essential Songs -------------------------------------------- Love Well Change Lives Through Christ It’s the vision of Woodmen, led by Pastor Josh Lindstrom, in the Pikes Peak area of Colorado Find more at https://woodmenvalley.org or download the Woodmen app at https://subsplash.com/woodmenvalleychapel/app — Connect with Us Website: https://woodmenvalley.org Woodmen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woodmen_valley_chapel/ Woodmen Twitter: https://twitter.com/welcome2woodmen Woodmen Facebook Pages: Central https://www.facebook.com/woodmenvalleychapel Heights https://www.facebook.com/woodmenheights Monument https://www.facebook.com/woodmenmoument Rockrimmon https://www.facebook.com/woodmenrockrimmon Southwest https://www.facebook.com/woodmensouthwest

The Pursuit of Wealth, Ecclesiastes 5:10-6:12 (4:7-12)

May 24, 2020 • Josh Lindstrom

The pursuit of material wealth does not deliver on the promises it makes but ultimately frustrates the one in search of it. Contrary to our world’s understanding, contentment in life is found in meaningful relationships with others and, through Christ, in relationship with God our creator who is the only one worthy of our ultimate pursuit. Ironically, through Christ, we can find joy in the temporary pleasures of this world when we receive them as good gifts coming from his hand. 1. An empty pursuit. Ecclesiates 5:10-12 2. A risky proposition. Ecclesiates 5:13-17 3. Life with others. Ecclesiates 4:7-12 4. Life with God. Ecclesiates 5:18-20 Songs: So Will I (100 Billion X) #7084123 by B Hastings, J Houston & M Fatkin 2017 © Hillsong Music Publishing Praise The King #7032344 by C Voss, D Smith, M Bryce Jr. ? & M Farren 2014 © Farren Love And War Publishing, Integrity's Alleluia! Music, Integrity's Praise! Music Graves Into Gardens #7138219 by B Lake, C Brown, S Furtick & T Hammer 2019 Maverick City Publishing Worldwide, Bethel Music Publishing -------------------------------------------- Love Well Change Lives Through Christ It’s the vision of Woodmen, led by Pastor Josh Lindstrom, in the Pikes Peak area of Colorado Find more at https://woodmenvalley.org or download the Woodmen app at https://subsplash.com/woodmenvalleychapel/app — Connect with Us Website: https://woodmenvalley.org Woodmen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woodmen_valley_chapel/ Woodmen Twitter: https://twitter.com/welcome2woodmen Woodmen Facebook Pages: Central https://www.facebook.com/woodmenvalleychapel Heights https://www.facebook.com/woodmenheights Monument https://www.facebook.com/woodmenmoument Rockrimmon https://www.facebook.com/woodmenrockrimmon Southwest https://www.facebook.com/woodmensouthwest