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November 12, 2024 | What is the Purpose of Life? | Ecclesiastes 11-12

Jean Stockdale wraps up this fall's bible study by walking through Solomon's reflections in Ecclesiastes 11 and 12. Life is risky and hard. However, the true meaning of life is found in acknowledging God's sovereignty and living with eternity in view. We need to invest in eternal life now so we can obtain the lasting joy that comes from focusing on the things above the sun.

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November 5, 2024 | Why are dead flies in the perfume? | Ecclesiastes 10

Jean Stockades walks through Solomon's reflections on the consequences of foolishness in Ecclesiastes 10. We can learn from Solomon's past to avoid the pitfalls of foolishness by clinging to the wisdom of God.

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October 29, 2024 | Death, where is your sting? | Ecclesiastes 9

Donna Gaines walks through Solomon's realization that both the righteous and the wicked have the same fate: death. However, we are reminded of God's power over death. As believers, we can find freedom from the fear of death when we focus on life above the sun. As it is written in Nehemiah 8:10, "the joy of the Lord is your strength"; so we can be joyful in knowing that Jesus has conquered the grave and that we have eternal life with Him.

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October 22, 2024 | Where is God in all of this? | Ecclesiastes 8

We often ask, "Why do bad things happen to good people?", or "Where is God when it hurts?" Jean Stockdale walks through Solomon's reminder to keep our focus on the Lord. We can have hope knowing that the pain and suffering in this life are temporary; we will soon be made whole in heaven, where there is no sorrow and pain.

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October 15, 2024 | What is the price of wisdom and the cost of folly? | Ecclesiastes 6-7

In our study this week, “What is the price of wisdom and the cost of folly?," Donna Gaines teaches from Ecclesiastes 6-7, and challenges us to walk in wisdom and live to write our own eulogy - to live with eternity in view.

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October 8, 2024 | Is There Joy in the Journey? | Ecclesiastes 5

Walking through Solomon's warning about the power of our words and actions in Ecclesiastes 5, Jean Stockdale reminds us the importance of fearing God in reverence to His power and grace. We we put God first in our lives, we will experience the fullness of joy that God has blessed us with in our relationships, occupations, and in everyday life.

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October 1, 2024 | Are Relationships Worth It? | Ecclesiastes 4

In lesson four of "With Eternity in View", Donna Gaines walks through Solomon's exploration of community and relationships in Ecclesiastes 4. God has created us for relationships; to have a relationship with Him and with His people. As the body of Christ, we can encourage one another and build each other up through the good times and the bad times.

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September 24, 2024 | What Time Is It? | Ecclesiastes 3

Jean Stockdale highlights Solomon's realization that our lives here on earth is but a vapor. While we are living under the sun, we must set our eyes on what is to come: eternal life above the sun. We must use our time on earth wisely because "God will judge both the righteous man and the wicket man" (Eccles. 3:17). 

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September 17, 2024 | Is This All There Is? | Ecclesiastes 2

Donna Gaines walks through Ecclesiastes 2 of how Solomon didn't find enjoyment in the pleasures and possessions of this world; it is all vanity. Solomon warns that the "fools walk in darkness" (Eccles. 2:14), but the wise find enjoyment in the Lord. 

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September 10, 2024 | What is it All About? | Ecclesiastes 1

For lesson one, Jean Stockade walks through Solomon's realization that all of life is vanity, as is mentioned in Ecclesiastes 1:2. Solomon warns us not to chase after the things of this world. We must keep our eyes on Jesus, who is the only One that can give us purpose and a proper perspective on life.

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