Part Of The Series: Ecclesiastes

Speaker: Tim Fair

Date: 09-10-2025

1. Have you ever worked hard on something, only to feel like it didn’t really last or make a difference? How did that make you feel?2. Read Ecclesiastes 1:1-4. Who is identified as the author in verse 1? What does the word “meaningless” signify in the context of this chapter? Why does the “Teacher” use the term “under the sun”? What does it mean? 3. Read Ecclesiastes 1:5-9. According to verse 8, how does the author describe human effort and experience? Why do you think the “Teacher” emphasizes the repetitive cycles in nature (sun, wind, rivers)?4. Read Ecclesiastes 1:12-18. According to verses 16–17, what did the “Teacher” pursue, and with what result? What do you think the “Teacher“ is trying to communicate about wisdom and knowledge in verses 16–18? How does this chapter set the tone for the rest of Ecclesiastes?5. Have you ever felt like your work or daily routine was “meaningless” or repetitive? How does that make you feel? How can this chapter help someone who feels disillusioned with the world? What role does God play in your search for meaning in life?P.U.S.H. (Pray Until Something Happens) *Pray for your missionary family. Lift up the needs of your small group and the needs of our church family.