Concluding the book of Ecclesiastes with the conclusion of Solomon's argument. All of life is pointless outside of a relationship with God demonstrated through fearing Him and obeying Him.

Proverbs 31:30-31 is a conclusion and summary of the Proverbs 31 women. In many ways the Proverbs 31 is wise because of her many home activities. However, the key to her wisdom and prosperity is her reverence for Yahweh.

Fear! When is fear a good thing? Tonight we are going to look at what many may want to avoid, fear, fear of the Lord that is. What is it, why is it important and how can we develop it. Question: When you think of fear, what do you think of? Do you think that fear can be healthy? (Fear picture inserted…

Because God's ways are inscrutable, we must fear God.

Who, in your life, would you consider wise? When we think of wisdom we often think of an older person, they have life experience and give sage advice. I remember in the movie Second Hand Lions, Haley Joel Osment’s character pleading with Robert Duvall’s character that he stick around because he needs…

A Bible Study of Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Introduction Culture Shock from West to East Coast As many of you may know, the family and I just got back from some time back home in California. I was thinking about some of the differences between the cultural mindsets of the West Coast and the Northeast and why certain business strategies and church…

Be careful and don’t gripe at God about the confusing times. God alone saves. Your mouth cannot save you. Money cannot save you. God alone provides. Therefore, fear God, and be thankful for the life He has given you.

9 Therefore we make it our aim, whether present or absent, to be well pleasing to Him. 10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive the things done in the body, according to what he has done, whether good or bad. 11 Knowing, therefore, the terror of the Lord,…

Weekly Prayer [Lord,] You are a great God and King, above all gods. In your hand is the soul of every living thing, and the breath of all mankind. Your dominion is everlasting, and your kingdom from generation to generation. You do according to your will in the armies of heaven, and among the inhabitants…

A mother can be a positive influence when she allows God to use her.

10 His delight is not in the strength of the horse, nor his pleasure in the legs of a man, 11 but the Lord takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love. I. THE CONTRAST A. Psalm 147:10–11 (ESV) — 10 His delight is not in… 11 but the Lord takes pleasure in... B. The Psalmist…

Introduction What event proceeded the actions in our text today? After the deaths of Ananias and Sapphira , the church continues its effort. Those outside the church seem to understand the nature of its power more than before. The church’s witness spreads beyond Jerusalem, eventually leading to increased…

Introduction Introduction “Is he a man?” asked Lucy. “Aslan a man!” said Mr Beaver sternly. Certainly not. I tell you he is King of the wood and the son of the great emperor-beyond-the-sea. Don’t you know who is the King of the Beasts? Aslan is a lion – the Lion, the great lion.” “ooh!” said Susan, “I’d…

Introduction If you had to guess, what would you say is the most popular tourist destination in the United States? The top 6 go in this order: 6- Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. 5- Yellowstone National Park. 4- The White House. 3- The Statue of Liberty. 2- Niagara Falls. 1- The Grand Canyon. Our…

There are issues at times that make God's sovereignty seem confusing - we can’t always understand WHY bad/hard things happen. These issues should lead us to trusting in the One who created all things. It is God’s gift to enjoy life in the midst of hard times - through FAITH in GOD, even while suffering.

Don't let your temporal fear rob you of your eternal hope.

Bible Paradox, the joyful fear of the Lord.

Life is worth the living just because He lives.

How we know about God We know what we know about God because he has revealed it to us. The Lord passed before him and proclaimed, “The Lord , the Lord , a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness, keeping steadfast love for thousands, forgiving iniquity…

Introduction Descartes, who many believe to be the father of modern thought, famously wrote in 1637, “I think, therefore, I am.” By saying that he was “thinking”, he was in the context saying that he was “doubting.” In fact, the real quote is: “I doubt, therefore I think; I think, therefore I am.” Descartes…

Introduction Eccl. 12 Remember also your Creator in the days of your youth, before the evil days come and the years draw near of which you will say, “I have no pleasure in them”; before the sun and the light and the moon and the stars are darkened and the clouds return after the rain, in the day when…

Can I clean your windshield? (Can I clean your windshield Picture) Have you ever had someone come up to your car when at a stop light and offer to clean your windshield? There is a certain amount of fear there for most are homeless and you don’t really know their intentions. Sometimes we need things…

We have been studying how GOD’s grace sustains us amidst suffering or trying circumstances. We have reviewed the blessings GOD’s grace has brought on our lives, and who we’ve become due to his grace. These blessings of hope are the foundation of our encouragement when we’re experiencing trying times.…

What are some colloquial sayings we use to get a point across? 1 The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel: 2 To know wisdom and instruction, to understand words of insight, 3 to receive instruction in wise dealing, in righteousness, justice, and equity; 4 to give prudence to the simple,…