Ecclesiastes 10.1-12.14; 2 Corinthians 8.1-15; Psalm 49.1-20; Proverbs 22.20-21

If you read through the entire book of Ecclesiastes, the writer explores every possible manner of finding happiness and success. And after all is said and done, his conclusion is this: Fear God and keep his commandments. How would your life improve if your entire focus was this?

Questions:

How have you seen foolishness spoil great wisdom and honor?

Do we think of the opportunity to share a financial gift as a privilege? Why or why not?

Do you fear when trouble surrounds you? How can you avoid doing this?

Where do you find sayings of advice and knowledge? How can you seek these out more?