The Meaninglessness of Sweat & Status

One of the most common things that happen is that people get up each weekday morning and head out to work. Why do we do it?  There are many reasons, many motivations, but is there any meaning in it?  Do we do it so that we may earn a higher position, do we work to...

The Meaninglessness of Loot & Leisure

What is the significance in our society of money, possessions and pleasure?  If we do a careful evaluation of our world we find that these three things are primary motivators for much of what we do.  Is this true among Christians as well, or would we say otherwise? ...

The Facts of Life

There are certain things in life that we would consider facts of life.  The need of money to buy our groceries and pay our bills, the value of a good education and that gravity holds us firmly to this earth.  The writer of Eccesiastes would add a few others.  He...

Introduction to the Book of Ecclesiastes

Why do we find a book like Ecclesiastes in the Bible?  What is the purpose of what seems like such a dismal and cynical writing?  In this introductory message to the book of Ecclesiastes, we come to discover the wonderful benefit for our lives that comes from studying...

Christmas Glory

We often have ourselves occupied with many wonderful things at Christmas.  We are excited about gathering with friends and family, sitting down for that special meal, celebrating with other believers, and opening gifts.  What we often do not consider is the ultimate...