Sermons on Ecclesiastes
TWL – Ecclesiastes S6E10
Living a Meaningful Life: Insights from Ecclesiastes In our journey through life, many of us seek meaning and fulfillment. The book of Ecclesiastes offers profound insights into achieving a life that resonates with purpose and divine alignment. As we conclude our study of Ecclesiastes, let’s delve into the key themes that can guide us toward living a life that glorifies God and brings us true satisfaction. The Divine Blueprint: Fearing God and Keeping His Commandments The foundation of a meaningful…
TWL – Ecclesiastes S6E9
🤔 TWL: Faith and Formulas – Is Life Meaningless? Welcome back to Truth Worth Living! Today, we dive into the surprisingly pessimistic world of the Teacher in Ecclesiastes, whom we’ll call “Douggie Downer.” Despite achieving great success (“the Midas touch”), Douggie concludes that life “under the sun”—life without our benevolent Creator—is utterly meaningless. His perspective, captured powerfully in Ecclesiastes 9:3-10, suggests that since the same destiny (death) overtakes all, the search for lasting satisfaction is futile. The Douggie Downer View…
TWL – Ecclesiastes S6E8
Welcome back to Truth Worth Living, where we dig into God’s Word to live in God’s will. Harvard professor Thomas J. DeLong studied hundreds of top professionals—doctors, lawyers, executives—and found that over 80% constantly compare themselves to others. He called it the “Comparison Obsession.”Even the most successful felt like failures because someone else seemed “more successful.” But this isn’t new. Scripture nailed it long ago: “And I saw that all toil and all achievement spring from one person’s envy of…
TWL – Ecclesiastes S6E7
In this episode of “Truth Worth Living,” we delve into the wisdom of Ecclesiastes 7, exploring the theme of balance in life. The ancient teachings challenge us to rethink our modern views on righteousness and wickedness, encouraging a pursuit of equilibrium in our daily existence. We discuss the concept of balance, emphasizing that while we often strive for a well-rounded life—encompassing diet, work, and emotional health—the author of Ecclesiastes, known as “The Teacher,” offers a different perspective. He notes the…
TWL – Ecclesiastes S6E6
Ecclesiastes 3:1–8 – Embracing Life’s Seasons In our journey through the book of Ecclesiastes, we encounter a profound reflection on the cyclical nature of life. The teacher, often identified as Solomon, offers a contemplative view of the pursuit of happiness and the inevitability of life’s seasons. Ecclesiastes 3:1–8 provides a poetic exploration of life’s dichotomies, emphasizing that every aspect of existence has its appointed time. The Pursuit of Happiness In today’s world, the pursuit of happiness is a common endeavor.…