1. We don’t know how, but God controls the life and times of His people.
Ecclesiastes 8:16-17; 9:1
2. In the same way, God controls the destiny of those who are not
His own.
Ecclesiastes 9:2
3. In many instances, the same outcomes apply to the wicked and righteous.
Ecclesiastes 9:3
4. Be happy that you are alive, life is a gift from God.
Ecclesiastes 9:4-6
5. Enjoy the good gifts that God gives: food, drink, marriage, family, work.
Ecclesiastes 9:7-12; 2:24-26; 3:11-14; 5:18-20
6. Death comes unexpectedly, death is the ultimate proof that our pretentions to be god are foolish.
Ecclesiastes 9:12
other sermons in this series
Aug 2
2015
"The Dangerous Duty of Delight"
Passage: Ecclesiastes 11:7–12:14 Series: Seasons of the Soul
Jul 26
2015
"Be Bold"
Passage: Ecclesiastes 11:1–11:10 Series: Seasons of the Soul
Jul 19
2015
"The Bible"
Passage: James 1:18 Series: Seasons of the Soul