In the Book of Ecclesiastes, the Teacher explores several aspects of life on earth searching for meaning. The word ‘meaningless’ is used repeatedly in this book. The Teacher reviews wisdom, pleasures, time, toil, advancement, riches and often states similar phrases like‘…it is good and proper for a man to eat and drink, and to find satisfaction in his toilsome labor under the sun during the few days of life God has given him – for this is his lot.” (Ecclesiastes 5:18) Finally after thorough discussion is complete in Ecclesiastes 12 a conclusion is reached…this is a lesson that every person can learn from, this is a lesson that keeps the values of eternity in view for all of us. To summarize what the verses below state: Life without God is meaningless. May you find peace and joy in the glory of God this day.
“Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil.”
Ecclesiastes 12:13-14
(This photo was taken in July of 2016 in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming)
