第 1 季
12 集
Introduction to Ecclesiastes - 1
Introduction to Ecclesiastes - 1
In this first lesson, Mike reviews some of the basic information about this book. The class will review the life of the author, Solomon, and the circumstances surrounding the writing of this text. (Ecclesiastes 1:1-18)
The Pursuit of Pleasure - 2
The Pursuit of Pleasure - 2
Solomon begins his search for happiness and contentment with the exploration of sensory pleasures and reports on his findings. (Ecclesiastes 2:1-11)
The Pursuit of Meaning Through Work - 3
The Pursuit of Meaning Through Work - 3
Solomon now explores the context in which a person's life and work is carried out - the framework of time. (Ecclesiastes 2:12-26)
A Time for Everything - Part 1 - 4
A Time for Everything - Part 1 - 4
Solomon now explores the context in which a person's life and work is carried out - the framework of time. (Ecclesiastes 3:1-11)
A Time for Everything - Part 2 - 5
A Time for Everything - Part 2 - 5
In his journal, Solomon has described the various ways he has sought for satisfaction and joy apart from God. In the balance of this chapter, he provides some final thoughts on the search for meaning in the events of one's life here on earth. (Ecclesiastes 3:11-22)
A View from the Top - 6
A View from the Top - 6
Solomon examines one final area of life (pursuit of wealth and power) in order to find contentment apart from God. (Ecclesiastes 4:1-8)
One Plus One Equals Survival: Solutions To Loneliness - 7
One Plus One Equals Survival: Solutions To Loneliness - 7
In Solomon's experiment with wealth and power, he concludes that life at the "top" is filled with grief (oppression, envy, disillusionment). (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12)
Worship Attitude - 8
Worship Attitude - 8
In chapter five there is an abrupt change as Solomon comments on the attitude necessary for proper worship and then goes on to talk about the enemy of spirituality - materialism. (Ecclesiastes 5:1-6:12)
Wisdom Proverbs - 9
Wisdom Proverbs - 9
In the first 6 chapters of the book we see the fruit of Solomon's rebellion. By chapter six he has exhausted his search, sees that his results are empty, and comments on this discovery using several parables. (Ecclesiastes 7:1-29)
Qualities of a Wise Leader - 10
Qualities of a Wise Leader - 10
Solomon is no longer exploring and writing about the various experiences and pursuits of worldly living, which have left him unfulfilled and depressed. He now turns his attention to leadership and the qualities that leaders need to possess. (Ecclesiastes 8:1-9:10)
Comments on the Rat Race - 11
Comments on the Rat Race - 11
Solomon has been sharing the fruit of his hard-won wisdom. After living apart from God he returns and notes some of the things he has learned concerning wisdom itself. (Ecclesiastes 9:11-10:20)
Positive Thinking - 12
Positive Thinking - 12
In His return journey to God, Solomon has found that wisdom and wise living are the surest way to find contentment and avoid wasting one's short lifespan. (Ecclesiastes 11:1-12:14)
