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Ecclesiastes 8

Skeptics tend to view any type of religious belief as blind faith – a leap into the dark, in the face of all reason, logic, and scientific evidence. Others define faith as mere wishful thinking, or an uncertain hope that everything will somehow work out in the end. But Ecclesiastes shows us that faith in the Lord is not a leap in the dark – it is a leap into the LIGHT, firmly rooted in the truth of God's Word.

Ecclesiastes 8

The epistle of James says, “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him” – and that wisdom from God will impact the way you relate to those in authority over you. What does the example of Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego teach us about the relationship of God's people with civil magistrates and governing authorities?

Ecclesiastes 8

1 Peter 2 tells us to fear God, and honor the king.” This is a good summary of the theme we will explore today in Ecclesiastes chapter 8, which urges us to honor the king, fear God, and seek wisdom. What does Ecclesiastes 8 teach us about our biblical responsibilities as Christians before our governing authorities and civil magistrates?

Colossians 1:15-20

There is one place that Jesus should never have in your life – second place. Join Dr. Harry Reeder on InPerspective as he examines a hymn of praise from Colossians extolling the supremacy and sufficiency of Jesus Christ.

Ecclesiastes 7

Life without God can lead to two paths – unrighteousness and self-righteousness – and both promise what they simply cannot deliver. Immorality may thrill and invigorate for a time but always takes a toll in the end. Self-righteous moralism focuses on mere external behavior, but fails to account for the necessary component of internal righteousness which is always corrupted by our sinful hearts.