Speaker: Eric Davidson

Week 7: Money Can’t Buy Meaning

Text: Ecclesiastes 5:8–6:12

Theme: The Emptiness of Wealth

Summary: Wealth without contentment is pointless. Satisfaction comes from God, not stuff.

Analysis of Chapter

• Vows and oppression. (5:8) continuation from previous lesson

• The vanity of riches. (5:9-17)

• The right use of riches. (5:18-20)

• The vanity of riches, long life and flourishing families. (6:1-6)

• The little advantage any one has in outward things. (6:7-12)

Questions:

• How has the pursuit of wealth affected your peace or relationships?

• What are you most tempted to chase after right no

Application: Practice generosity this week in a specific, sacrificial way.