Ecclesiastes Study begins Sunday evening!
Good evening, fellas,
Forgive me for not emailing sooner! We begin our Men's study of the Book of Ecclesiastes this Sunday at 6PM.
In preparation, prayerfully read the first chapter of Ecclesiastes, asking the Lord to reveal truth and wisdom as you read.
We will discuss several study questions when we meet. Here are some of them:
Why do you think Solomon used the word "vanity" (or "meaningless") so often? (Underline all the uses as you work your way through Ecclesiastes.) ... How is his main point applicable in today's world?
Choose one verse from Ecclesiastes 1 that stands out to you. It could be something you're intrigued by, something that makes you uncomfortable, something that puzzles you, something that resonates with you, or just something you want to examine further.
How did Solomon present a message of "joy" in a book so full of messages that seem so cynical? Why might some readers of Ecclesiastes have a hard time seeing that message? How do we get from cynicism to joy?
What are some of the practical applications of Ecclesiastes for us today? Why is it of particular relevance in modern America?
What evidence did Solomon present to prove that nothing really changes? Why is that conclusion important to Solomon's greater message to accept and enjoy God's gifts?
In what ways is it true that nothing changes in human society from generation to generation? In what ways is it not true?
I'm looking forward to this study, and I hope you are, too.
See you Sunday evening at 6PM!
Tommy Alderman