H2o Church
Ecclesiastes
In this second talk of this series, we look today at the ancient wisdom found in Ecclesiastes. Solomon, the author, will give us a unique perspective on life, which anticipates the gospel of Jesus.
Locations & Times
H2O Church
100 S Eola Dr, Orlando, FL 32801, USA
Sunday 9:00 AM
Solomon's Resume
Messy upbringing; dad was murderer/ adulterer; mom was an adulterer.
Solomon’s dream: power, wealth, fame; wisdom
Gained reputation as wisest person ever
king for 40 years, brought Israel into a reign of peace.
Built the Temple—1 of 7 wonders of the ancient world
Author of 3 books of the Bible; The Song of Solomon, Ecclesiastes, most of Proverbs
Messy upbringing; dad was murderer/ adulterer; mom was an adulterer.
Solomon’s dream: power, wealth, fame; wisdom
Gained reputation as wisest person ever
king for 40 years, brought Israel into a reign of peace.
Built the Temple—1 of 7 wonders of the ancient world
Author of 3 books of the Bible; The Song of Solomon, Ecclesiastes, most of Proverbs
1. The weariness of life.
2. The emptiness of philosophy.
2. The emptiness of philosophy.
3. The futility of Hedonism.
4. The darkness of oppression.
4. The darkness of oppression.
5. the meaninglessness of chasing success, of pursuing wealth.
The Main Point (?)
God has made all of life for a reason--"He's made everything beautiful in its time."
He's also placed "eternity" into the heart, a longing to find meaning in life. Yet, we can't.
WHY WOULD GOD DO THIS?
#1-to humble us from finding life "under the sun," to seek Him
#2-to anticipate the gospel, to create fulfillment, found in Jesus
God has made all of life for a reason--"He's made everything beautiful in its time."
He's also placed "eternity" into the heart, a longing to find meaning in life. Yet, we can't.
WHY WOULD GOD DO THIS?
#1-to humble us from finding life "under the sun," to seek Him
#2-to anticipate the gospel, to create fulfillment, found in Jesus