I have been reading Ecclesiastics I’m the Bible this morning. It is a lament written by King Solomon, on what he has learned through his many mistakes. This is just a breakdown of the lesson of this book.
This book uses the word “vanity” to describe how all worldly things, money, power, pleasure, and success are ultimately meaningless and as elusive as smoke or wind. Every thing in the world is temporary.
Life is a characteristic by lack of certainty and fairness, and we have limited control over our destiny’s or the outcomes of our endeavors.
The temporary nature of life and the finality of death mean we cannot take worldly possessions and accomplishments with us.
I think we need to live in the light of these truths.

- Find Joy in God’s gifts
Despite life’s frustrations, we should find a way in the good things that God provides, such as food, drink, and the fruits of our labor, and recognize these things as gifts from God.
- Live a God Centered life
Our true purpose is not found in self-centered pursuits, but in a God-centered worldview, recognizing our dependence on our Creator and live according to principles.
- Trust God’s timing
We need to understand that there is a “time for everything“ this encourages, patience, discernment,and faith in God‘s perfect plan, which can unfold according to His sovereign timing.
- Hope in God’s ultimate judgment
The hope for God future judgment provides a framework for integrity and justice, this assures that every deed will be eventually brought to light and accounted for.
Ecclesiastes teaches us that the keys were meaningful life if you embrace the reality of a fallen world, but also finding purpose and lasting joy in God.
It calls us to live with integrity, recognizing God’s sovereignty, and ultimately finding fulfillment, not in fleeting earthly things, but in fearing and obeying God.
From Pity to Praise 