April 26, 2020 • Josh Lindstrom • Ecclesiastes 2:1-26
God has given us good gifts, but in our sin, we have made those gifts ends in and of themselves. We obtain what we desire, only to desire what we do not have. All of our pursuits, be it pleasure, wisdom or work will fall decidedly short apart from one finding their joy and contentment in God’s simple gifts. Our culture pursues a dream that will ultimately turn into a nightmare. We have opportunity to live differently and, through Christ, model what true contentment looks like.
Sermon Points:
I. Self-indulgence will not satisfy. Ecclesiastes 2:1-11
II. Wisdom cannot solve every problem. Ecclesiastes 1:12-17
III. Hard work is often wasted. Ecclesiastes 2:18-23
IV. Slow down and enjoy the gifts God has given. Ecclesiastes 2:24-26
Worship Songs:
Christ Be Magnified
© Capitol CMG Paragon (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing), Writer's Roof Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing), and Remaining portion is unaffiliated | CCLI Song # 7139866 -- CCLI License # 420630
Great Are You Lord
© 2012 Open Hands Music, Sony/ATV Timber Publishing, Integrity's Praise! Music, and Integrity's Alleluia! Music | CCLI Song # 6460220 -- CCLI License # 420630
The Lion And The Lamb
© 2015 Meaux Mercy, Bethel Music Publishing | CCLI Song # 7038281 -- CCLI License # 420630
None But Jesus
#4726186 by B Fraser
2005 Hillsong Publishing
Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
#15960 by H Lemmel
Public Domain