Year 2 Day 197

Monday, March 23

Read Ecclesiastes 2

Think About It:

1. The key word in this chapter is vanity. What is vanity? Verse 1 might be paraphrased, “I said, ‘Self, let’s prove some things.’” All vanity!
2. Chasing after the wind—the frustration one feels after working for things to find at one’s demise, they become someone else’s. What should you be working to leave behind?
3. Should we take Solomon’s words, “Eat, drink and be merry”, literally? Or is he saying, “Enjoy life and what you do,” because God provides it? Do you consider each day a gift from God?  Well, it is. Why not thank Him for it? Use it to serve Him—the true source of enjoyment.
4. What three things does God give to the good man in the end?

Family Time:

1. Solomon tried to find lasting joy and happiness in life. But NOTHING satisfied! He was left sad and depressed.
2. As we look back at all of the things Solomon pursued, what was the one thing that he did not pursue?
3. Do you long to be with Jesus? Is He the treasure of your heart?
4. How can praying for God’s wisdom help you?