Devotionals

All the wealth, pleasure, wisdom, and power do not keep you close to God. — 1 Kings 11: 9-12, Matthew 6:33 1 Kings 10 tells a condensed report of the great wisdom Solomon had. It tells of how dignitaries from around the world came with lavish gifts and were in awe of...

It is worth repeating. — Ecclesiastes 12: 13-14 The wisest man who ever lived concludes all his wisdom with this: Ecclesiastes 12:13–14 (NIV84):  "13 Now all has been heard;  here is the conclusion of the matter:  Fear God and keep his commandments,  for...

Waiting for the right time? Waiting for the stars to align? — Ecclesiastes 11:1–4, 6 How often are we looking to do something of great value, but are waiting for the right opportunity, the moment that will make it really work. Solomon rebukes us this morning with...

Stand in Awe of God — Ecclesiastes 5:1-2, 4-7 Solomon warns us to listen more than we speak when we come to God. Ecclesiastes 5:1–2 (NIV84): "Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. Go near to listen rather than to offer the sacrifice of fools, who do not...

Time ‐ Eternity — Ecclesiastes 3:1–2, 11, 17 When to do what? Timing? Solomon writes a series of contrasting things that there is a time for: Ecclesiastes 3:1–2 (NIV84):  "1 There is a time for everything,  and a season for every activity under heaven:  2 a time...

So what are we to do while here "under the sun?" — Ecclesiastes 2:24–26 Solomon anquishes over both folly and wisdom, pleasure and work, the gaining of wealth and reputation. He draws this conclusion. Ecclesiastes 2:24–26 (NIV84): "A man can do nothing better than to...