Making Sense of the Senseless
In the first part of chapter four, Solomon continues his discussion on the oppression and injustices of this life. He then turns his focus to the fleeting nature of pursuing ambition and success and the impact this has on the relationships in your life. Solomon perceives there is a problem when people choose to pursue riches and success over relationships. God is relational and He has created us with a desire and need for relationships. When we try to replace our need for companionship and intimacy with a pursuit of status, power and possessions, our lives will become empty, meaningless and lonely. We are not here on earth to serve ourselves, but rather to serve God and others. Let the truth of the Great Commandment, “to love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength and love your neighbor as yourself,” be imprinted on your heart continually.
Date
Feb 5, 2006
Series
Ecclesiastes
Scripture Reference
Ecclesiastes 3-4
Teacher
Dave Champness
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