September 3, 2017

Ecclesiastes 9

Sunday Sermons

The Irish rock singer Bono calls Ecclesiastes one of his favorite books of the Bible and describes it like this: “It’s a book about a character who wants to find out why he’s alive, why he was created.” In Ecclesiastes 9 Qoheleth talks about the unavoidable certainty of death, the frustrating unpredictability of life, and the unique fullness of joy found in a right relationship with God. Join Pastor Jim as he walks us through these timeless truths from the ancient sage known as Ecclesiastes.

Speaker

Jim Thomas

Series

Ecclesiastes

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Ecclesiastes 9

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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?