July 23, 2017

Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Sunday Sermons

Ecclesiastes 3 begins with a simple but profound statement: “There is an appointed time for everything.” Then follows an amazing ancient poem which may be the most well known passage from Ecclesiastes, made popular in 1965 by a band called the Byrds. The author continues to give voice to our deepest questions and to point forward to his grand conclusion in chapter 12. What does it mean when he says God has put eternity in our hearts? What does it mean when he says God has worked it so that we should fear Him? Join Pastor Jim for this insightful and encouraging study from Ecclesiastes 3.

Speaker

Jim Thomas

Series

Ecclesiastes

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Scripture

Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

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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?