“In a world full of vapor GOD is the only thing SOLID.” One of the many powerful points found in Michael Whitworth’s book What Is the Book of Ecclesiastes?.
Many see Ecc. as a dark book, but when you substitute meaningless for a more accurate translation such as temporary it reads much differently.
Solomon tried using wisdom, entertainment, and the gathering of stuff to find happiness. We can learn a lot from his failures. “…like cotton candy, they cannot fill the hole in us. They always leave us wanting more. We need to get off the treadmill.
“Fearing God means knowing He’s God and you’re not.”
“We’re not supposed to have all the answers, but we’re supposed to TRUST the ONE who does!”
“Joy is a gift from God, RECEIVE it with GRATITUDE.”
Life doesn’t move in a straight line, but in seasons. We do not get to choose the season we’re in. They are ordered by GOD who walks through them with us. Knowing we are dust keeps us humble and remembering breath makes us aware of His presence.
Patience trusts God. It is humble, pride is not. God is in control and He has something to teach us in every season of life. Let’s not run from the hard stuff.
“Joy is refusing to let bad stuff define your life.” Trusting God is more important than understanding God.
“Gratitude is the antidote of greed.”
‘Truth comes from hard experiences. A wise person is willing to sit in the hard moments. Laughter is great but it doesn’t change you.”
“Watch your words when you talk to God. Listen more and talk less, be humble. “I’m here to listen, I am here to receive.”
Lots of words = overwhelmed hearts
Lots of dreams = overwhelmed mind.
“Let your words be shaped by who He is!”
Remember our purpose? God made you to know Him. This book helps us on that journey by flipping the script of Ecclesiastes to guide us into being grounded in God is a deeper way. It was written for kids, but actually for anyone seeking to grow in faith and trust in God! Blessings dear readers!