On this Labor Day, we return to a discussion about work from the book of Ecclesiastes from June 13, 2024. The Teacher makes a surprising assertion -- that hard work is better than wealth. Hard work leaves us satisfied while wealth often just increases our insecurities. In other words, good work is to be preferred to the wealth we imagine might free us from having to work at all! What brings you satisfaction? What draws you closer to the Lord and a sense of purpose?

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For Reflection:

The Teacher asserts that hard work is better than wealth.

- Work brings joy and satisfaction while wealth paradoxically magnifies our sense of insecurity. Have you seen this dynamic in your life or the life of others?

- Recall a moment of deep satisfaction. What helped create that moment? Was it wealth, work, or something else?

- Taylor said that wealth might be good or bad depending on the reasons we pursue it. What are your reasons?