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June 17, 2023 - Ecclesiastes 5-8

Writer: George MartinGeorge Martin

Solomon understands that much in which we trust and seek happiness is unfruitful. He tries to find meaning in wisdom, in pleasure, in honest labor, and in wealth and reputation. Ultimately, though, death finds us all, whether rich or poor, powerful or weak, honest or dishonest. What really distinguishes one from another is whether or not we have known God and feared him and experienced the joy of fellowship with him and worship of him. Neither do we find fulfillment in the mere practice of religion. Solomon seems to hint at this matter when he writes, “Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. To draw near to listen is better than to offer the sacrifice of fools” (5:1). That is, one can do all the religious things, even carelessly and foolishly offering sacrifices at the temple all the while engaged in worthless and empty gestures. The truly religious and happy person, though, listens to God, meditates on his Word, and genuinely draws near to him. That’s true joy and contentment.


All my life I had a longing

For a drink from some clear spring,

That I hoped would quench the burning

Of the thirst I felt within.

Hallelujah! I have found Him

Whom my soul so long has craved!

Jesus satisfies my longings,

Through His blood I now am saved. --Clara Tear Williams (1875)

 
 
 

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