Ecclesiastes: SatisfiedBold but WiseJuly 7, 2013Please turn in you Bibles to Ecclesiastes 11:1-6Today’s Goal: Rather than being paralyzed by the reality of the uncertainties of life, let’s use every opportunity we’re given to work boldly but wisely.V 1: Bold Risks (Economically, Spiritually and Compassionately) App: “Don’t be afraid to take a bold risk now and then”.App: When it comes to sharing the good news of the Kingdom with others, hold on to the promise that after “many days” you will see a return.V 2: Balancing Risk with Wisdom (Diversify)Whoever loves money never has money enough;whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with his income. Ecclesiastes 5:10A generous man will himself be blessed, for he shares his food with the poor. Proverbs 22:9If you help the poor, you are lending to the LORD – and He will repay you! Proverbs 19:17"When you give a luncheon or dinner, do not invite your friends, your brothers or relatives, or your rich neighbors; if you do, they may invite you back and so you will be repaid. 13But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind, 14and you will be blessed. Although they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous." Luke 14:12-14App: Take a bold risk by helping someone less fortunate than you. App: Do for others the things that you may one day need them to do for you.If a man shuts his ears to the cry of the poor, he too will cry out and not be answered. Proverbs 21:13V 3: Clouds and trees as images of your position in lifeApp: Like full clouds we’ve got something to pour out. App: Bloom where you are planted.V 4: Always an excuse App: If you want to walk on water you’ve got to step out of the boat.V 5: Assurance to give you confidenceApp: We can cast our bread on the water knowing His promise to give a returnV 6: Making the most of what you’re given What is God’s Spirit speaking into your life today? How must you respond?