Tag Archives: Ecclesiastes

What’s Missing

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

From reflection upon Ecclesiastes 6, the thought is that people are acquisitive and the earth is productive yet there is a sense that something is missing. What seems to be missing is fulfilling a greater purpose; having a desire to … Continue reading →

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Listening for the Plan

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Mark Shields

One of the main points expressed in Ecclesiastes 5 is that we need to keep our thoughts from wondering and listen for God’s plan throughout the day. He can say something through another person, a book, a movie, through art … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection to Help Study Ecclesiastes 5-8

Posted on August 5, 2013 by Mark Shields

I recently finished questions for reflection to help study Ecclesiastes 1-4. To review where I’ve been over the last few weeks along with a synopsis of the answers, take a look at a post at this link: God’s Way is … Continue reading →

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Together is Better

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Mark Shields

Many activities can’t be done alone. You ever tried to water ski alone? How about move furniture? How about playing tennis? The activity of building up our spiritual life also requires other people around us to inspire, energize, and learn … Continue reading →

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Win-Win Situation

Posted on August 3, 2013 by Mark Shields

Within Ecclesiastes 4 are thoughts of oppression and violence; the abuse of power and authority that persisted throughout societies during the time of its writing. It was believed that there was nothing that could be done to create peaceful societies … Continue reading →