God’s Strengthening Word: Learning From Biblical Teachingsنموونە

Introduction

Ecclesiastes 12:1-14: The book of Ecclesiastes reflects the author’s struggle to discern the meaning of life. Today’s reading is the final chapter. The author concludes with a reminder that we are created to have reverence for God and to obey God’s commands.

Today’s Key Verse: Ecclesiastes 12:13 GNT

After all this, there is only one thing to say: Have reverence for God, and obey his commands, because that is all that we were created for.

Reflect

Reread verses 8 and 13. Do you think they contradict each other? Why or why not? How do these verses connect with the writer’s advice to enjoy life (Ecclesiastes 3:12 and 5:18–20 in the readings from September 21–22)? Reread verses 13 and 14. What are your thoughts about what the Philosopher says here? How would you summarize your own view of life?

Pray

Gracious God, may I have reverence for you every day. Help me to love and obey your commands. May my words and actions this day reflect your love and care. It is you, Lord God, and you alone, who gives meaning to my life. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Job 28:1-28: Wisdom is praised