A Time for Everything // Meaningless Part 2

In this message, join Pastor Nick as we examine Ecclesiastes 3
and how King Solomon reflects on the nature of time and its
perceived meaning—or lack thereof—in our lives. Solomon writes
about the various seasons we encounter, emphasizing that every
activity under the sun has its time. While his initial
observations might feel bleak or futile, he ultimately points us
towards a greater understanding.








1. **The Predicament**:


   - Solomon begins by describing the
“predicament” we all face with time. He lists 14 pairs of
opposites (e.g., a time to be born, and a time to die) to
illustrate that life’s experiences often seem to cancel each
other out, making our efforts seem meaningless (Ecclesiastes
3:1-8).


 


Ecclesiastes 3:1 - “There is a time for everything, and a season
for every activity under the heavens.”


 


 


2. **The Proper Perspective**:


   - However, Solomon shifts to offer a “proper
perspective.” He acknowledges that while time can seem repetitive
and mundane, God has made everything beautiful in its time and
has set eternity in the human heart (Ecclesiastes 3:11). This
eternal perspective brings purpose and hope into our daily lives.








 


Ecclesiastes 3:11 – He has made everything beautiful in its time.
He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can
fathom what God has done from beginning to end.”


  


Habakkuk 2:3 – “This vision is for a future time. It describes
the end, and it will be fulfilled. If it seems slow in coming,
wait patiently, for it will surely take place. It will not be
delayed.”


 


C.S. Lewis – “If we find ourselves with a desire that nothing in
this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that we
were made for another world.” 


  


3. **The Petition**:


   - Finally, Solomon gives us two practical
applications: 


     - Enjoy life. Embrace the simple
joys and blessings as a gift from God (Ecclesiastes 3:12-13).


     - Fear and trust God. Recognize His
sovereignty and control over all seasons and moments, cultivating
a deep reverence and trust in His plan (Ecclesiastes 3:14-15).


 


Ecclesiastes 3:12-13 -  “I know that there is nothing better
for people than to be happy and to do good while they live. That
each of them may eat and drink, and find satisfaction in all
their toil—this is the gift of God.”


  


Ecclesiastes 14-15 – “I know that everything God does will endure
forever; nothing can be added to it and nothing taken from it.
God does it so that people will fear him. Whatever is has already
been, and what will be has been before; and God will call the
past to account.”


 


 


God is already in your tomorrow! 


 





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