I never knew this about Solomon
Jun 4, 2019 21:23:21 #
Zemirah wrote:
On the other hand, while still unredeemed, as Saul, the Apostle Paul was responsible for inciting the mob that stoned and killed Stephen, the first Christian martyr, and God subsequently used him to write much of the New Testament...
But its not clear if Solomon was ever redeemed in the end. We will find out one day.
The antichrist is going to fool a lot of people. It wouldn’t surprise me if he were to have some of Solomon’s traits.
Jun 4, 2019 22:02:13 #
With Solomon as the author of the book, we know it had to have been written sometime before his death in 931 BC. The content of Ecclesiastes reflects someone looking back on a life that was long on experience but short on lasting rewards.
As king, he had the opportunity and resources to pursue the rewards of wisdom, pleasure, and work in and of themselves. Yet the world-weary tone of the writing suggests that late in life, he looked back on his folly with regret, pointing us to a better, simpler life lived in light of God’s direction (Ecclesiastes 12:13–14).
Ecclesiastes presents a naturalistic vision of life — one that sees life through distinctively human eyes — but ultimately recognizes the rule and reign of God in the world.
This more humanistic quality has made the book especially popular among younger audiences today, men and women who have seen more than their fair share of pain and instability in life but who still cling to their hope in God.
Ecclesiastes, like much of life, represents a journey from one point to another. Solomon articulated his starting point early in the book: “Vanity of vanities! All is vanity” (Ecclesiastes 1:2), indicating the utter futility and meaninglessness of life as he saw it.
Nothing made sense to him because he had already tried any number of remedies—pleasure, work, and intellect—to alleviate his sense of feeling lost in the world.
However, even in the writer’s desperate search for meaning and significance in life, God remained present.
For instance, we read that God provides food, drink, and work (2:24);
both the sinner and the righteous person live in God’s sight (2:26);
God’s deeds are eternal (3:14);
and God empowers people to enjoy His provision (5:19).
Ultimately, the great truth of Ecclesiastes lies in the acknowledgment of God’s ever-present hand on our lives. Even when injustice and uncertainty threaten to overwhelm us, we can trust Him and follow after Him (12:13–14).
Ecclesiastes 12:13-14:
"The conclusion, when all has been heard, is: fear God and keep His commandments, because this applies to every person.
For God will bring every act to judgment, everything which is hidden, whether it is good or evil."
Ecclesiastes overview by Charles Swindoll
As king, he had the opportunity and resources to pursue the rewards of wisdom, pleasure, and work in and of themselves. Yet the world-weary tone of the writing suggests that late in life, he looked back on his folly with regret, pointing us to a better, simpler life lived in light of God’s direction (Ecclesiastes 12:13–14).
Ecclesiastes presents a naturalistic vision of life — one that sees life through distinctively human eyes — but ultimately recognizes the rule and reign of God in the world.
This more humanistic quality has made the book especially popular among younger audiences today, men and women who have seen more than their fair share of pain and instability in life but who still cling to their hope in God.
Ecclesiastes, like much of life, represents a journey from one point to another. Solomon articulated his starting point early in the book: “Vanity of vanities! All is vanity” (Ecclesiastes 1:2), indicating the utter futility and meaninglessness of life as he saw it.
Nothing made sense to him because he had already tried any number of remedies—pleasure, work, and intellect—to alleviate his sense of feeling lost in the world.
However, even in the writer’s desperate search for meaning and significance in life, God remained present.
For instance, we read that God provides food, drink, and work (2:24);
both the sinner and the righteous person live in God’s sight (2:26);
God’s deeds are eternal (3:14);
and God empowers people to enjoy His provision (5:19).
Ultimately, the great truth of Ecclesiastes lies in the acknowledgment of God’s ever-present hand on our lives. Even when injustice and uncertainty threaten to overwhelm us, we can trust Him and follow after Him (12:13–14).
Ecclesiastes 12:13-14:
"The conclusion, when all has been heard, is: fear God and keep His commandments, because this applies to every person.
For God will bring every act to judgment, everything which is hidden, whether it is good or evil."
Ecclesiastes overview by Charles Swindoll
Rose42 wrote:
But its not clear if Solomon was ever redeemed in the end. We will find out one day.
The antichrist is going to dool a lot of people. It wouldn’t surprise me if he were to have some of Solomon’s traits.
The antichrist is going to dool a lot of people. It wouldn’t surprise me if he were to have some of Solomon’s traits.
Jun 4, 2019 22:16:34 #
Zemirah wrote:
With Solomon as the author of the book, we know it... (show quote)
Chuck Swindoll. I listen to him often.
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