July 16, 2017

Ecclesiastes 1:12 – 2:26

Sunday Sermons

What do knowledge, laughter, pleasure, productivity and wealth all have in common? The author of Ecclesiastes was able to accumulate and experience more of these things than anyone else and yet he still declared they left him feeling empty, and everything under the sun was mere vanity. What lessons can we learn from this ancient Old Testament book and how does it lead us to God’s solution for our chronic dissatisfaction and ennui? Join Pastor Jim as he explores the answers to these questions and more from one of the most overlooked wisdom books, Ecclesiastes.

Speaker

Jim Thomas

Series

Ecclesiastes

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Scripture

Ecclesiastes 1:12 - 2:26

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Discussion Questions

  1. Read the passage together: Before today’s sermon, what did you already know or believe about this passage? Did anything in your understanding shift after hearing the message?
  2. Challenge and Reflection: Was there a part of today’s message that was particularly challenging or surprising for you? Why?
  3. Unpacking the Message: Pick a quote from today’s sermon notes. Discuss what it means to you.
  4. Personal Impact: What’s one specific way you feel called to change or grow after hearing this message?
  5. Practical Application: What’s one step you can take this week to put today’s message into practice?
  6. Connecting Scripture: Are there other Bible passages or stories this message reminds you of? How do they expand or confirm this teaching?
  7. Gratitude: What aspect of God’s character stood out to you in today’s message? How does it inspire praise or gratitude?
  8. Pray the Scripture: After hearing the message, is there a specific area where you feel led to pray? How can we pray for one another in light of today’s teaching?