Looking for Fulfillment (In All the Wrong Places) Ecclesiastes 2:1-26
I. Earthly Pursuits Do Not Bring Fulfillment. 1-11 A. Fun and Laughter, 1-2 B. Drinking, 3 C. Achievements, 4-6 D. Possessions, 7 E. Money, 8 1 Kings 10:14-20 F. Music, 8 G. Sex, 8 1 Kings 11:3 Deuteronomy 17:17 Hebrews 13:4 H. Fame, 9 1 Kings 10:24 I. Desire, 10-11
II. Death Comes to Every Person. A. Death Is No Respecter of Persons. 12-15 B. Most Is Forgotten After Death. 16
III. The Result of the Search A. Hatred of Life, 17-19 B. Despair, 20-23
IV. Steps Toward a Fulfilling Life A. Acknowledge God and Enjoy His Blessings. 24-25 B. Accept Your God Given Responsibility, 24 Genesis 3:19 1 Timothy 5:8 C. Acknowledge God's Personal Interest. 26 1. He Blesses Obedience 2. He Blesses Through Sinners
Implications: 1. Seek fulfillment "above the sun". Hebrews 9:27 Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 James 1:17
2. Seek fulfillment by faith. 1 Kings 11:1-11 John 15:10-11
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Pastor John was our Associate Pastor from 1986 to 1989, and our Senior Pastor from 1989 till his retirement in 2023. He remains a member of our church and is still engaged in faithful gospel ministry in the community.
