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Through the study and application of the treasures in the book of Ecclesiastes, we can learn much about the school of life as we listen to the voice and wisdom of Solomon.
In Searching for Heaven on Earth, Dr. Jeremiah goes verse by verse through Ecclesiastes. He explains Solomon's observations and implementations and shows how they failed--until Solomon's last observation gets it right. Let Solomon be your guide as you learn what doesn't bring meaning in life--and what does.
Many people today are searching for meaning in life, but in all the wrong places. Trying to find eternal meaning in a temporal world is like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. God made us for eternity, and only His eternal presence in our lives can satisfy our thirst for meaning. Covers Ecclesiastes 1:1-11.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
People everywhere want to live a meaningful life; the question becomes how to find it. Some seek it in pleasure, some in knowledge, some in self-indulgence, some in work, and others in material things. Solomon discovered that meaning is found in none of those pursuits. Covers Ecclesiastes 1:12-2:26.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
No one would choose a difficult time over an easy time, but everyone has some of both in this life. The challenge in life is not to eliminate the hard times, but to develop a deep confidence that there is a time and purpose for everything, that God’s plan’s are, while mysterious, still good. Covers Ecclesiastes 3:1-15.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
Our local and global problems seem overwhelming, yet Solomon faced them as well. What do we do about sweeping injustice and various forms of oppression? Solomon says to stay focused on God who will ultimately balance the scales, right the wrongs, and erase inconsistencies. Covers Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:16.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
You’ve heard “there are no atheists in foxholes.” Meaning, when the battle heats up, we’re eager to do a deal with God. If that doesn’t work, we’re quick to blame Him - or the government. Or wish we could buy our way out of trouble. All of these are vanity, Solomon says. Covers Ecclesiastes 5:1-20.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
In our world it is easy to think vocation, success, education, or advancement will bring ultimate fulfillment. Solomon counters that idea by reminding us that this world is based on God’s designs. While achievement is not inherently wrong, it can never ultimately satisfy. Covers Ecclesiastes 6:1-12.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
Christians believe things the world finds foolish: Give to receive, die to live, and be humble to be exalted. They seem to be the opposite of the world’s way - and they are. Solomon outlines more paradoxes that, while apparently frustrating on the surface, become fruitful in the spirit. Covers Ecclesiastes 7:1-10.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
Life is a puzzle - a process of making disjointed pieces fit together into a big picture. When we know what to do, we lack power. And when we feel empowered, sometimes we don’t know what to do. Wisdom is the skill of living - the ability to know what to do and have strength to do it. Covers Ecclesiastes 7:11-29.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
Being self-centered creatures, there is little in life we would not change to suit ourselves if we could. But there are more things in life we can’t change than those we can. And in that truth is a recipe for wisdom through humility. Humility means being content when change is impossible. Covers Ecclesiastes 8:1-7.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
When people talk about death and dying, they often use terms like passing on, slipping away, going to a better place, and enjoying rewards. Some would rather talk about the end of life in anything but realistic terms. Not Solomon. He speaks honestly - realism balanced with hope. Covers Ecclesiastes 9:1-18.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
If we do something really destructive, it’s usually because we’ve tolerated smaller instances of foolish behavior. Asking God for wisdom daily can keep little “foolishnesses” from becoming big ones - whether in personal behavior, leadership, the work setting, or our words. Covers Ecclesiastes 10:1-20.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
Bookstore shelves are filled with volumes about “life” and how to find meaning in it. Very few of them can boil down their observations as succinctly as Solomon. He concluded His survey of how to find meaning in life with two simple prescriptions: fear God and keep His commands. Covers Ecclesiastes 11:1-12:14.
From the series 31 Days to Happiness: Searching for Heaven on Earth.
