As the Preacher closes his book, he reminds us for the final time that all is vanity. He also summarizes his whole message as, “Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man.” We have learned a great deal from the Preacher and his last words to us are ones that we would be wise to memorize and act on.
REFLECTION QUESTIONS
THINKING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR MINDS TO HELP US UNDERSTAND GOD’S WORD.
What is the difference between knowledge and wisdom?
How would you summarize the book of Ecclesiastes? What are the main points?
FEELING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR AFFECTIONS TO HELP US LOVE GOD
What does it mean to fear God? How is it different or the same as loving God?
How does verse 14 convict and encourage you?
DOING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR HANDS TO HELP US LIVE FOR GOD (PERSONALLY, COMMUNALLY, AND MISSIONALLY)
Do you have difficulty fearing God and/or keeping his commandments? Do you know his commandments? How are you doing well and how can you grow in obeying the Preacher’s command?
How should we respond to the reality of God’s judgment personally, communally and missionally?
Some Questions adapted from Knowing The Bible - Ecclesiastes (Crossway)
