Resources from Ecclesiastes

Imprint of Eternity

Futility of Life

The author of Ecclesiastes begins by introducing the writings of the Teacher, most likely Solomon. Solomon has all the time and resources in the world, …

Futility of Pleasure

Solomon is conducting an experiment wherein he uses all the resources and time at his disposal to see if he can find meaning in pleasure …

Only This Moment

Once again, Solomon brings us face-to-face with the brokenness and injustice inherent in the world. Even wisdom cannot insulate us from suffering and pain. However, …

Beauty in Season

In this beautiful passage, Solomon captures the dual nature of our world. Because of the fall, we live in the wake of God’s judgment, and …

Injustice

Solomon continues his journey of despair, grieving the injustice of the world and the brevity of life. No amount of time, money, or effort can …

Envy, Companionship, and Futility of Power

In this passage, Solomon addresses the emptiness of envy, our need for companionship, and the reality that status is unstable. While we are naturally bent …

Approaching God and the Futility of Wealth

As Solomon unpacks what it means to fear God, he emphasizes God’s power and magnitude. Our understanding of who God is and what he has …

Wisdom to Live By

This passage is full of practical wisdom that can give us a better understanding and experience of life. However, Solomon is clear that even this …

Living as God's Creature

In this passage, Solomon explores the beauty and limitations of wisdom, how we should spend our time on this earth, and what must be endured …

A Shared Fate

Continuing his warnings about the emptiness of placing our hope in the things of this world, Solomon expounds on the reality of death for everyone, …

Hope for a Future World

In this passage, Solomon offers wisdom around the ideas of avoiding foolishness, developing resilience, and leading others well. However, no amount of wisdom can solve …

Managing Uncertainties

Wisdom is helpful in many ways—we learn to take strategic risks, diversify our work, and understand the world around us. However, Jesus is the only …

Fear God and Keep His Commandments

At the end of Ecclesiastes, both Solomon and the author bring us back to the foundational truths of this book. There is a God, and …

Wisdom and Words

Wisdom and Time

Wisdom and Work

Wisdom and Money

Wisdom and Anger

Wisdom and Pleasure

Ecclesiastes 4:4-16

Ecclesiastes 3:16-22

Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Ecclesiastes 2:12-26

Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Ecclesiastes 1:1-18

Ecclesiastes 5:1-20

Ecclesiastes 6:1-12

Ecclesiastes 7:1-29

Ecclesiastes 8:1-17

Ecclesiastes 9:1-18

Ecclesiastes 10:1-20

Ecclesiastes 11:1-6

Ecclesiastes 11:7-12:14

Ecclesiastes 10:1-20

Ecclesiastes 5:1-9

Ecclesiastes 11:7-12:8

Why is Natural Burial/Death a Discipleship Issue?

In this episode, Chris Rivers, Scott Mozingo, and Matt Kelley discuss death, the natural burial process, and the opportunity to care for and disciple members …

Why is Recovery a Discipleship Issue?

In this episode, Chris Rivers, Scott Mozingo, & Jim Taylor discuss the concepts of recovery, addiction, and idolatry and how these are tied to discipleship …