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Ecclesiastes 8:15-29

"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 know that they do wrong" (Ecclesiastes 5:1). What is the "sacrifice of fools"? It is telling God all about ourselves. The prayer of the pharisee in Jesus' story found in Luke 18:9-14 is a prime example. Jesus' point is simple, "God isn't listening." Our text is followed with these words: "Do not be quick with your mouth, do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God. God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few" (Eccl. 5:2). Which of us is not guilty in the face of this wisdom? Why is it that we need to speak so much, even in the presence of God? Sometimes to justify ourselves. We attempt to convince God that we are not as bad as we know that we are. We make excuses for our bad behaviour, and he should let us be who we are. Sometimes, because we believe that God's laws are unfair. We need to explain to him that He needs to lower the bar. No one can really measure up to those standards. Since we have so much to talk about, why should we be silent? So that God can speak. Silence is the discipline that puts a stopper to our self justifications. When we stop talking, God can tell us that there is no justification for our wrong, nor for our lack of love. He will tell us that we are as evil as we think we are. Maybe that is why we don't want Him to talk. But then God will also tell us that our sin is gone. He remembers it no more. There is no excuse for our sinful behaviour, so God forgives us. Christ died for our sins. We are deeply loved. When we stop talking, we give God an opportunity to tell us this. Also, speech is the most powerful weapon in our attempts to control others and our own reputations. Our tongues are full of manipulation and control. In the silence, God can remind us that any control we think we have is just an illusion. Isn't that really what's behind God's question to Elijah, "What are you doing here?" Elijah had come to think that he oversaw Israel's spiritual wellbeing, which was in freefall. But God says to Elijah, "I got this, don't worry" (1 Kings 19). There is one who is truly in control and that is God. Only in that silence can our souls truly find rest. This is why Sabbath is so important. Work often becomes an avenue by which we control our lives. Only in Sabbath silence do we discover that we cannot control our lives through work. Only God can control. James reminds us that the tongue is difficult to control. We know this to be true. Yet we must not forget that Paul wrote that we have been set free for freedom's sake (Gal. 5:1). An element of that freedom is the freedom to be silent. In our silence we hear the small still voice of God that our fears are unjustified. In silence we discover the most profound truth: we are not God, God is. And that is good news. As you journey on, go with his blessing: May the peace of the Lord Christ go with you, wherever he may send you. May he guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May your day end with rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you. May you rest in his provision as he brings night, and then new dawn.

by Elder Buddy Abernathy (preached on December 2, 2015) As we began to see in the first half of this powerful sermon, preached by Elder Buddy Abernathy back in December 2015, it is important to “remember” God our Creator while we are young. In fact, God’s children ought to focus upon God, and follow Him,...

We have a most challenging selection of chapters today; the most challenging are the words the LORD to Jeremiah.  Suddenly, the LORD's revelations to him about the future – extends far beyond the impending judgment on Jerusalem because of his people's utter godlessness.    The LORD now looks further afield beginning with the nations nearby, Egypt, the Philistines, Edom, Moab …Tyre …”[25 v.19-21], these are the Arab nations adjoining Israel today, and then, “all the; kings of the north, far and near, one after another, and all the kingdoms of the world …” [v.26]This message about “all the kingdoms of the earth” is repeated twice.  Solomon in his wisdom said, “a threefold cord is not quickly broken” [Eccl. 4 v.12]  We must not avoid meditating on the climax to which Jeremiah's message develops, “The LORD will roar from on high …. against all the inhabitants of the earth… for the LORD has an indictment against the nations, he is entering into judgement with all flesh.” [v.31]Fearsome!  God's judgment to be upon all, whether they believe in him – or not!     And those who believe in him?  Paul's words today that we read in the 14th chapter of Romans should dominate their minds – surely that includes you and I!   More that our human anxiety about what we might face as our world suffers God's judgements, is the way Paul quotes Isaiah 45 v.23, words that are totally challenging to each one of us.  Paul writes, “For we will all stand before the judgement seat of God; for it is written, ‘As I live, says the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue confess to God.'  So then each of us will give an account of him(her)self to God.” [v.10-12]

by Elder Buddy Abernathy (preached on December 2, 2015) In this sermon, preached by Elder Buddy Abernathy back in December 2015, we learn about the fact that God is our Creator. The universe and mankind did not somehow spontaneously appear; rather, God is the Creator of all things including man. And Ecclesiastes 12:1 emphasizes that...

What if the greatest blessing God offers isn't more success, more possessions, or more recognition—but a heart that is truly content? In today's Crosswalk Devotional, we reflect on Ecclesiastes 5:19 and discover that contentment is one of God's greatest gifts. While the world encourages constant comparison and striving, God invites us to rest in the unshakable joy found in Christ. True fulfillment isn't found in having what someone else has. It's found in recognizing God's goodness, embracing His provision, and enjoying the life He has entrusted to us. When we stop measuring our worth by the world's standards, we begin to experience the peace and joy that only God can provide. Highlights: Discover why Ecclesiastes 5:19 describes contentment as a gift from God. Learn how comparison steals joy and keeps us chasing what can never satisfy. Be encouraged to find your identity and worth in Christ instead of worldly success. Understand how gratitude transforms ordinary moments into reminders of God's goodness. Reflect on the difference between striving for approval and resting in God's provision. Find lasting peace by embracing the life God has given rather than longing for someone else's. Join the Conversation Where do you find yourself comparing your life to others? How can you choose contentment and gratitude in Christ instead of striving for what the world says you need? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Continue the conversation with the Crosswalk community here: https://forums.crosswalk.com/ Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: Finding the Ultimate Blessing By Kelly Balarie Bible Reading:“Moreover, when God gives someone wealth and possessions, and the ability to enjoy them, to accept their lot and be happy in their toil—this is a gift of God.” – Eccl. 5:19 NIV Walking around the soccer field, I observed the soccer moms. We looked the same. Puffer jackets. White shoes. Wild. I bought these clothes hoping to look good. Maybe, they too, wanted to look good. Maybe, they too, saw images of what moms should look like flash up on social media… Apparently, I wasn’t alone. We all clicked the “buy now” button. The moms walked past me on the concrete sidewalk – did they also unconsciously ask themselves the same thing as me? Namely, am I enough? One woman’s shoes? They were newer than mine.Another woman? She had the cutest fleece jacket.Her car? Newer. Sure, I knew these women looked good on the outside, but how did they feel on the inside? I honed in on a woman’s face. Was she happy? Not really.. I knew better than anyone that superficiality breeds insecurity. Why? Because one can never match up; someone else always has something better, is prettier, is richer. What a waste of time… This endless pursuit of wastefulness is not my inheritance in Christ Jesus. God has better for me. Contentment is God’s best portion for me: The resolute knowing that what He gave me is good. The understanding that I already have more than enough in Christ. The realization that competition and striving never end. The joy found in a day well done. The hope gleaned in a relationship worked out. The powerful steadiness of peace that can’t be shaken. My abundant portion in Christ Jesus is unshakeable and unbreakable. You, my friend, as a believer in Christ, have this same portion too! Solomon, the wisest man ever, summed up contentment in one sentence. He says, “Moreover, when God gives someone wealth and possessions, and the ability to enjoy them, to accept their lot and be happy in their toil—this is a gift of God.” (Eccl. 5:19 NIV) Contentment is a gift. To accept our lo… To be happy… To be able to enjoy… This is a gift from God that the world can never steal. Our greatest gift is not having what our neighbor has, nor is it looking the same, or one-upping someone else. It is not getting more, looking better, being wiser, or having something we have always wanted. God’s truest gift for us? It is the simple things. It is delighting in the face of a child eating a lemon. It is appreciating the car you own and the music it plays. It is relishing in the growth of your own garden. It is knowing He is with you. It is liking and appreciating little, but special things. It is joy, cultivated. No one can compete against that! Intersecting Faith & Life: Where might you be striving and working hard to prove your worth? Where do you try to present yourself as more than you are? How do you try to fit in, rather than allow yourself to stand out? Striving is hard work; resting is contentment. What would it look like for you to give up all this striving in exchange for true, joyful resting in Christ Jesus? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Wisdom calls us to honor God first with our wealth, choose contentment over materialism, and live generously. Proverbs 3:9-10, 11:24-25, 15:16, 19:17, 23:4-5, 30:8-9, Ps 24:1, Mal 3:8-10, Matt 6:21, 24, 6:26, 19:16-22, Eccl 5:10, 1 Tim. 6:6-10, 2 Cor. 8:7-9 

Ecclesiastes 7:13-14

Eccl 3:1-4:16 Sunday Evening Matt Corrick

Ecclesiastes 7:9-12

Why we need each other. Eccl. 4:9-12, Acts 2:42-47. Can we help you with your walk with God? We'd love to hear from you! https://www.thebibleway.com/contact.

Eccl 1:12-2:26 Sunday Evening Mike Partridge

Series: N/AService: Daily Bible ReadingsType: Daily Bible ReadingsSpeaker: Sam Bunyard

Series: N/AService: Daily Bible ReadingsType: Daily Bible ReadingsSpeaker: Sam Bunyard

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Ecclesiastes 6:5

Ecclesiastes 7:1-6

Ecclesiastes 6:7-12

Régis Burnet reçoit Marie de Hennezel, psychologue et écrivain, auteur « La chaleur du coeur empêche nos corps de rouiller » (Robert Laffont) et Père Daniel Doré, professeur d?Ecriture sainte . Quand la Bible et la pratique se rejoignent pour une leçon de vie. « Ne néglige pas le discours des vieillards, car eux-mêmes ont appris de leurs pères » (L?Ecclésiastique 8, 9). Emission du 8 juin 2008.

Ecclesiastes 6:1-12

Ecclesiastes 5:8-20

In this episode of the Pillar Women Podcast, Betsy Gómez and Sarah Rogers sit down for a warm and honest conversation about the lessons they wish they had learned earlier as ministry wives. With a lighthearted backstory and plenty of laughter, Betsy and Sarah reflect on the joys, tensions, limitations, and hidden graces of serving alongside their husbands in ministry. Together, they share twelve lessons shaped by years of church life, motherhood, repentance, and dependence on Christ.    Highlights “You will never meet people's standards.” (Gal. 1:10; Prov. 29:25) “Instead of doing more, you need to dwell more in Christ.” (Jn. 15:4-5; Matt. 11:28-30) “The work in the home is also ministry.” (Titus 2:3-5; Deut. 6:6-7) “You are more influential than you think.” (Titus 2:7-8; Matt. 5:14-16) “Embrace the seasonality of life.” (Eccl. 3:1; Jn. 17:4) “Root your identity in Christ.” (Eph. 1:3-14; Col. 3:1-4) “Sinful comparison kills.” (2 Cor. 10:12; Heb. 12:1-2) “You are a church member.” (1 Cor. 12:12-27; Heb. 10:24-25) “Giftedness doesn't override God's order for the church.” (1 Tim. 2:12-15; 1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 2:3-5) “Embrace who God made you to be.” (Rom. 12:4-8; 1 Pet. 4:10-11) “You don't need to have a degree to start discipling women in your local church.” (Titus 2:3-5) “You are not alone.” (Gal. 6:2; Heb. 3:13)   Dig Deeper Where are you most tempted to live for people's expectations rather than resting in Christ's approval? Are you trying to do more for Christ while neglecting to dwell with Christ? How is God using hidden faithfulness in your home, family, or ordinary responsibilities as a ministry? In this season of life, what work has God placed before you? Are you relating to your church primarily through usefulness or through belonging to Christ's body? What other lessons have you learned as a ministry wife?

Ecclesiastes 5:4-7

Rev Brent Hunter ; Focus , Eccl. 11;4 - Preacher Landon DeWitt - Sunday, May 17, 2026

Rev Brent Hunter ; Focus , Eccl. 11;4 - Preacher Landon DeWitt - Sunday, May 17, 2026

Msgr. Roger J. Landry St. Michael's Parish, Lowell, Massachusetts Funeral Mass of Valerie Tellier May 15, 2026 Eccl 3:1-8, Ps 27, Rom 8:14-23, Jn 11:17-45   To listen to the homily, please click below:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/catholicpreaching/5.15.26_Funeral_Homily_for_Valerie_Tellier_1.mp3   The following points were attempted in the homily:  Believing in Jesus as the Resurrection and the Life. Believing in […] The post Funeral Homily for Valerie Tellier, St. Michael’s Parish, Lowell, MA, May 15, 2026 appeared first on Catholic Preaching.

Ecclesiastes 5:1-3

Surviving the Shift part 3 May 10, 2026 Elwyn Johnston Daniel 1 Verse of the Week: “And Daniel continued until the first year of Cyrus the king.” Daniel 1:21 1. Remind yourself that God is still in control 2. Reject reprogramming 3. Make a decision before you have to. “The king assigned them a daily ration of food” Daniel 1:5 Decide who and whose you are, then it will direct what you do. “Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the king's choice food” Daniel 1:8 Decide your convictions in community, not in isolation. “Please test your servants” Daniel 1:12 “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor; if either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.” Eccl.4:9 & 10 Decide that short-term costs are worth long-term rewards. “By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter, choosing rather to endure ill-treatment with the people of God than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season.” Hebrews 11:24 & 25 “In Your right hand there are pleasures forever.” Psalm 16:11 “I waited patiently for the Lord, and He turned to me and heard my cry.” Psalm 40:1 “be patient as you wait for the Lord's return. Consider the farmers who patiently wait for the rains in the fall and in the spring.” James 5:7 Decide that God is faithful, even when the outcome is uncertain. “If we are unfaithful, God remains faithful, for He cannot deny who He is.” 2 Timothy 2:13 “The Lord did not set His love on you nor choose you because you were more in number than any of the peoples, for you were the fewest of all peoples, but because the Lord loved you and He was keeping the oath that He had sworn to your ancestors. Know therefore that the Lord your God, He is God, the faithful God, who keeps His covenant and lavishes His unfailing love to a thousand generations.” Deuteronomy 7:7 - 9 “I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse, and He who sat on it is called Faithful and True” Revelation 19:11

Ecclesiastes 4:7-16

Ecclesiastes 4:1-6

Ecclesiastes 3:16-22

Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Ecclesiastes 2:12-26

Ecclesiastes 2:1-26

This is a rewind episode. Derek was out sick this week, so we have a throwback episode for you back from April 11, 2022.Is committing suicide unforgivable? What happens to Christians who commit suicide? If a loved one has taken their own life, do we have any hope that they will be in heaven?On today's podcast, Pastor Derek and Pastor Jackie talk through a very heavy topic that has had an impact on many people: suicide. We know that all sins are forgivable, but what about one where there is no opportunity to ask forgiveness after the fact? We walk through what the Scripture has to say about the value of life and different cases of suicide in Scripture. Finally, we look at what exactly condemns us to Hell and how we are saved from that and where suicide falls into the mix. We hope that you will be encouraged after listening and would grow your biblical knowledge as well as gain a better understanding of God.The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth. Scriptures: Exo. 20:13; Deut. 5:17; 1 John 3:12; Eccl. 7:17; 1 Cor. 3:16-17; 1 Cor. 6:19-20; Job 2:1-3; 1 Kings 19:4; Eccl. 2:17; Jonah 4:1-3, 8; Rev. 9:6; 2 Cor. 1:8; Judg. 9:54; Judg. 16:26-31; 1 Sam. 31:4-5; 2 Sam. 17:23; 1 Kings 16:18; Matt. 27:5; Gen. 2:16-17; Rom. 5:12; Rev. 20:14-15; Rom. 10:9-10, 13; Eph. 2:8-9; Rom. 6:10; John 10:27-28; 2 Cor. 1:9-11; John 10:10; Jam. 4:7; 1 Pet. 5:6-7; Rom. 15:13.If you'd like access to our show notes, please visit www.rosevillebaptist.com/1717podcast to see them in Google Drive!Please listen, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so that we can reach to larger audiences and share the truth of God's Word with them!Write in your own questions to be answered on the show at 1717pod@gmail.com or tweet at us @1717pod on Twitter.  God bless!

Spring 2026 - 3/4/26Week 8 of "Ecclesiastes: Seeing Good" sermon series.

Ecclesiastes 1:3-18

Spring 2026 - 2/25/26Week 7 of "Ecclesiastes: Seeing Good" sermon series.

Spring 2026 - 2/18/26Week 6 of "Ecclesiastes: Seeing Good" sermon series.

In this message, Bishop Walker teaches according to Eccl. 5:10. Visit our website https://www.aplaceofrefugechurch.org Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@aplaceofrefugechurch  Also enjoy these powerful podcasts: The Way 2 Go Podcast - https://goo.gl/xmctVQ Making People Productive Podcast - https://goo.gl/R53KGa The L.I.F.E. Podcast - https://tinyurl.com/4t2vapjb

Spring 2026 - 2/11/26Week 5 of "Ecclesiastes: Seeing Good" sermon series.

Pleasing God over people is a tension every believer faces. This Christian devotional explores the difference between people-pleasing and God-honoring obedience, drawing wisdom from Ecclesiastes 3:1–2 and the life of Jesus. True biblical love is not rooted in appeasement or fear of conflict, but in discerning when to speak truth, when to remain silent, and when obedience to God requires courage over comfort. Highlights People-pleasing and peace-making are not always the same Biblical love values truth over appeasement There is a God-appointed time to speak and a time to remain silent Jesus modeled courage, truth, and discernment in every situation Fear of man can prevent growth and obedience God equips believers with the right words when we trust Him Pleasing God sometimes requires speaking up, not staying quiet Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org TrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Full Transcript Below: How to Please God Above ManBy Kelly Balarie Bible Reading:“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot.” – Eccl. 3:1-2 NIV I knew if I gave in, the argument would be over. Yet, I also knew if I said, "You're right," I'd be lying. In reality, there is a difference between people-pleasing and peace-making. They are not always one and the same. In the past, I'd be inclined to lie to keep the peace. I'd be inclined to brush things under the carpet of don't-lift-up-the-corner-of-this-rug for anything—to keep everyone happy. I'd be inclined to adapt to make sure everyone is okay. This is not biblical love, but it verges more towards manipulative love. Appeasing man is not always the same as pleasing the Lord. We must be careful here. There is a time for everything under the sun. “There is a time for everything,and a season for every activity under the heavens:a time to be born and a time to die,a time to plant and a time to uproot…” (Eccl. 3:1-2) There is a time to speak truth and a time to be quiet. There is a time to bring clarity and a time to listen. There is a time to defend and a time to back off. There is a time to pray, and there is a time to say things. Jesus didn't always back away; sometimes He spoke truth. He called out the Pharisees and told them the truth when they fought Him (Matt. 23:27-28). He said, "Forgive them" aloud when He was being crucified (Luke 23:34). He addressed the Pharisees' lack of mercy with a straightforward address (Matt. 23:23). He powerfully used His words and actions to drive the merchants out of the temple (Matt. 21:12-13). The list goes on and on... Jesus did not always stay silent. To turn the other cheek does not always mean taking it... There is a time to speak up. There is a time to not fear man. There is a time to tell the truth. The key is to pray and discern what God would have you do (Eph. 5:17). Sometimes things never change because we never change our approach. Sometimes ruts continue because we don't trust God to equip us with the right words. Sometimes habits continue because we fear man more than we believe God will help us. Don't mistake fear of man for fear of the Lord. The Lord may have you speak up louder than the fear of man has ever permitted you to. This is not unbiblical; it may be monumental in your walk with the Lord. The answer is not always silence. Sometimes the way that most pleases God is speaking up. Wisdom is knowing the difference. Lying is sinning, even if it is pursuing peace-making. The question is—how do we be true, while being godly and loving? Sometimes, this requires pausing to seek God for what needs to be said. Other times, it may require praying to get a couple of levels deeper than what is on the surface. The ultimate key is to respond to a person from God's will and not to react from our own. Intersecting Faith & Life: How do you tend to react? Do you negate your feelings? Do you cover the truth to keep peace? How might God be leading you in a new direction? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Eccl 10:1-12:14, 2 Cor 8:1-15, Ps 49:1-20, Pr 22:20-21

Eccl 10:1-12:14, 2 Cor 8:1-15, Ps 49:1-20, Pr 22:20-21

Eccl 7:1-9:18, 2 Cor 7:8-16, Ps 48:1-14, Pr 22:17-19

Eccl 7:1-9:18, 2 Cor 7:8-16, Ps 48:1-14, Pr 22:17-19

Eccl 4:1-6:12, 2 Cor 6:14-7:7, Ps 47:1-9, Pr 22:16