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The Book of Ecclesiastes

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I see the book of Ecclesiastes as one of the most profound books ever written. I believe it is very relavent in our present day culture. The author who is believed to be Solomon spoke about the Vanity of life. He sought wisdom, pleasure,accomplishment,hard labor, Human religion,wealth,sex and found it all to be vanity. He covered many areas of life and laid out a Godly way to add balance. I read this book and as much as any book in the Bible, God can speak to me on how I can rethink my attitude and gain his peace. I would like to hear what others think about this book as it might apply to their own lives. Is it relavent to you? Does it help you in your perspective? What parts of it touch your life? (if you can share it) I would like to hear what you think.

I might start reading this book weekly.

God Bless

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The book simply states that everything and anything apart from God is meaningless. The verses that sum it ALL up in chapter 12:

13 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man.

14 For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil.

It is one of my favorites as well. :thumbsup:

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I see the book of Ecclesiastes as one of the most profound books ever written. I believe it is very relavent in our present day culture. The author who is believed to be Solomon spoke about the Vanity of life. He sought wisdom, pleasure,accomplishment,hard labor, Human religion,wealth,sex and found it all to be vanity. He covered many areas of life and laid out a Godly way to add balance. I read this book and as much as any book in the Bible, God can speak to me on how I can rethink my attitude and gain his peace. I would like to hear what others think about this book as it might apply to their own lives. Is it relavent to you? Does it help you in your perspective? What parts of it touch your life? (if you can share it) I would like to hear what you think.

Greetings Dgolvach,

I too think the book of Ecclesiastes is a great book. BUT, it is because of the "conclusion" that Solomon ends up with:

Eccl 12:13-14 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. 14 For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil.

If any man thinks that he is something, he should read this book. Solomon did it all - wine, women and song. Wealth beyond imagination. And yet, for all this He concludes that we should fear God and keep His commandments, for one day we shall be judged for what we do with what God has given us.

The book tells me of the evil that is "in my flesh" and as Paul said that in his flesh was no good thing. So we should be content with our life and give God praise for all that He has done for us.

Blessings,

Dad Ernie

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i absolutely agree :emot-highfive:

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Its not that long. Perhaps I should read this book daily.

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If I am way off the topic, please tell me. I read a verse from Ecclesiastes yesterday in Sunday School about a man asking Jesus what to do and not wanting to give up wealth. Ecclesiastes 5:10

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If I am way off the topic, please tell me. I read a verse from Ecclesiastes yesterday in Sunday School about a man asking Jesus what to do and not wanting to give up wealth. Ecclesiastes 5:10

Kitten,

I don't really see this as God saying that a wealthy person is condemned. Its really about where you put your faith. From what well do you draw your peace. Money? Sex? Fame? Knowledge? There is a whole smorgasbord of things to choose from. I have sampled many of these including a small bit of wealth. Its all fool's gold if you think it will buy you peace. Sometimes Christians get caught up in this. Its not that hard. Jesus asks us what comes first in our lives. Wealth or him? Wealth in and of itself is not evil. In many cases its a blessing and a sign that you have made some wise choices. But would you be willing to give it up in exchange for God's peace? The whole point is this: without Gods peace you really have nothing. Its all grasping for the wind. Hopefully a person dosen't spend all of his or her life learning this lesson. Jesus said that to drink from his well ment no more thirst. I am quiet tired of being thirsty. I want more than salvation. I want peace and ASAP! In this life as well as the next. Its almost selfish in a way but its what I want. Inner peace. A durable one on one relationship with God. It might sound a bit lofty but why not? A serene place that the world can't touch.

Peace to you

Dan

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I want more than salvation. I want peace and ASAP! In this life as well as the next. Its almost selfish in a way but its what I want. Inner peace. A durable one on one relationship with God. It might sound a bit lofty but why not? A serene place that the world can't touch.

Peace to you

Dan

Me too Dan! Me too.

Psalm 55:6 So I said, "Oh, that I had wings like a dove! I would fly away and be at rest. 7 Indeed, I would wander far off, And remain in the wilderness. Selah 8 I would hasten my escape From the windy storm and tempest."

16 As for me, I will call upon God, And the Lord shall save me. 17 Evening and morning and at noon I will pray, and cry aloud, And He shall hear my voice. 18 He has redeemed my soul in peace from the battle that was against me, For there were many against me.

In His Love,

Suzanne

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The Place of Shelter

Ruth 2:12 The Lord repay your work, and a full reward be given you by the Lord God of Israel, under whose wings you have come for refuge."

Psalm 17:8 Keep me as the apple of Your eye; Hide me under the shadow of Your wings,

Psalm 36:7 How precious is Your lovingkindness, O God! Therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of Your wings.

Psalm 57:1 To the Chief Musician. Set to 'Do Not Destroy.' A Michtam of David when he fled from Saul into the cave. Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me! For my soul trusts in You; And in the shadow of Your wings I will make my refuge, Until these calamities have passed by.

Psalm 61:4 I will abide in Your tabernacle forever; I will trust in the shelter of Your wings. Selah

Psalm 63:7 Because You have been my help, Therefore in the shadow of Your wings I will rejoice.

Psalm 91:4 He shall cover you with His feathers, And under His wings you shall take refuge; His truth shall be your shield and buckler.

Malachi 4:2 But to you who fear My name The Sun of Righteousness shall arise With healing in His wings; And you shall go out And grow fat like stall-fed calves.

In His Love,

Suzanne

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Wow! Our God is awesome. This book is every bit as relevant today as it was waaay back then. Not a jot, nor a tittle, short of the point. :) I remember thinking back before I became a Christian, that if I had everything I could think of at that time, that it would still not be enough to fill something that was missing. Not so today! Truly I was created for Him! :thumbsup:

Not that I don't go through fiery trials much of the time. It's just different now. I have the comfort of His company. Not because I feel it. But because He said it! As Abraham walked by faith, so do I.

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