Sermons about Ecclesiastes 2:9

What's Your Pleasure? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 5, 2015

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Solomon looked for pleasure in his achievements, his possessions and in his entertainment and yet finds it all to be empty and meaningless. Is there something wrong with seeking pleasure, or is there another problem?

OPEN: It was a 4th of July weekend and the family had gathered for a big meal together. In the kitchen was little 4 year old Johnny… and there on the edge of the cabinet sat the one thing he loved so much. It was a big, round, sure to be juicy, watermelon. He just couldn’t stop staring ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Of Pleasure Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Nov 7, 2014

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Part 2 of 5 in a series on the false gods of this world (i.e. of our own creation) that vie to be the ultimate object of our worship.

INTRODUCTION: When our kids are little we take them to visit a pediatrician for “check-ups.” How are their eyes, their ears, and their growth rate? If anything is wrong with their physical health, we are glad to discover it, and move toward healing, though perhaps more infrequent, we ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Work: The Achievement Syndrome Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 17, 2014

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Work is a necessity and can be a joy, but when our focus gets off kilter, we will not be satisfied! Solomon writes of his frustration with work and life. Let's see what we learn to avoid the frustration!

INTRODUCTION • Video Clip from Family Man- WingClips • SLIDE #1 • Today as we conclude our Rhythm of Life series, we will explore an area of life that can get out of rhythm with the rest of our life, when this area rages out of control it will have negative effects on our family, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Vanity Of Self-Indulgence

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 22, 2010

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In today's lesson, we learn that apart from God, we will not gain anything from self-indulgence.

Scripture It is good to be with you this morning. I have been out of this pulpit for about a month, and I am eager to direct our attention to God and his Word. The Greek philosopher Aristotle (384-322 BC) once said, “Consider pleasures as they depart, not as they come.” Aristotle ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Graduate Studies Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 21, 2011

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A study of chapter 2 verses 1 through 26

Ecclesiastes 2: 1 – 26 Graduate Studies 1 I said in my heart, “Come now, I will test you with mirth; therefore enjoy pleasure”; but surely, this also was vanity. 2 I said of laughter—“Madness!”; and of mirth, “What does it accomplish?” 3 I ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-26

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

I Can't Get No...satisfaction Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 13, 2012

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There are four questions we ask about life: Who am I? Where did I come from? Why am I here? Where am I going? These questions are asked by everyone at some point in their life. Solomon experiences it all in his hedonistic pursuits. But are we real

Ecclesiastes 2:1-26 I Can’t Get No…Satisfaction! There are four questions we ask about life: Who am I? Where did I come from? Why am I here? Where am I going? These questions are asked by everyone at some point in their life. We all want to know what our purpose for existence ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Back On Track Pt 4. What's My Purpose

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 25, 2012

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Our purpose is to serve and love God and each other.

What Is My Purpose GNLCC 7/22/12 Ecclesisastes 2:1-15 Ephesians 2:1-15 If I told you I could make you the richest, most famous, and wisest person in the world, would you be interested in my offer. But what if I told you, you could never use your money, your fame or your wisdom to help ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Most Important Thing In The World

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Feb 19, 2011

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Don’t coast through life hoping that staying out of trouble and occasionally doing a good deed will be enough when it counts. Stop being a “casual Christian”, and start having a relationship with the God of the universe.

THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IN THE WORLD Ecclesiastes 2:1 – 11 What is the most important thing in the world? The scripture I just read was written by Solomon, who was the richest, wisest, and most influential king of Israel. If you were paying attention, you heard Solomon say that he had it ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does Pleasure Never Seem To Last? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

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This is the first message in a series from the book of Ecclesiastes that examines Solomon's wisdom in regard to the mistakes that he had made in his life. This message examines the pursuit of pleasure and how it can squeeze God out of our lives..

Dear Diary, “Why does pleasure never seem to last?” That question is at the heart of America’s relentless pursuit of pleasure. Americans are constantly moving from one thing to another in hope of finding something that will provide pleasure that doesn’t fade away. As I was ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Feeling Kind Of Empty?

Contributed by Michael Bates on Dec 31, 2023

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Feeling unhappy and empty inside? Trying to find ways to fill those empty voids? Material possessions and wealth brings only temporary happiness. God, though, will fill your emptiness with eternal joy, love, and pleasure.

Please open your Bibles to Ecclesiastes Chapter 2 and lets all read together: The Emptiness of Pleasure 1 I said to myself, “Go ahead, I will test you with pleasure; enjoy what is good.” But it turned out to be futile. 2 I said about laughter, “It is madness,” and about pleasure, “What does ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11, Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Mystery Revealed

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 28, 2021

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At the time Adam and Eve were sent out of the garden, a mystery was unleashed. God's words to the serpent, the woman, and the man answered some questions, but raised others that would not be answered for a very long time.

Note: I have developed a set of PowerPoint slides for use with this sermon. If you are interested in the slides I will send them to you by Email. Email your request to me at sam@srmccormick.net and be sure to enter "Easter Slides" in the subject line (otherwise I am likely to overlook ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:14-19, Ecclesiastes 6:3, 2 Chronicles 9:13-22, Ecclesiastes 5:10-15, Ecclesiastes 2:1-26, Galatians 3:27, Philippians 1:21, Ephesians 3:1-10, Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 2:9-11, Romans 8:1-3, Revelation 1:6, Hebrews 9:11-12, Hebrews 9:2-3, Hebrews 10:19-20, John 14:1-6, Hebrews 2:14-15, Mark 15:37-38, Acts 2:1-41, John 14:7-11, John 13:3-9, Acts 17:22-31, John 16:12-14, Mark 4:10-12, Matthew 1:18-21, Luke 1:26-33, Matthew 13:17, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, Ecclesiastes 8:4-9, Ecclesiastes 6:6, Galatians 2:20, Matthew 5:14-16 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Met Him At The Top Of My Game Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Feb 28, 2021

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Jesus is my “treasure” in Heaven and He is my way to Heaven. I can only reach my treasure in Heaven by putting my full and complete trust in Him. It cannot be Christ plus something else. It can only be Christ plus nothing … period.

If you had to had to have surgery, who would you want to perform the operation? Some surgeon that you randomly picked out of the phone book or looked up on the internet? An intern fresh out of medical school? Or an experienced surgeon whose done this particular procedure a thousand ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22, Ecclesiastes 2:4-10, Matthew 22:37-40, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: United Methodist

Delighting The Senses Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 5, 2022

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In chapter 2, he describes his quest for fulfillment in laughter, wine, self, wealth, and people. He dove headfirst into those things and found only an empty pool.

WISE LIVING: DELIGHTING THE SENSES Ecclesiastes 2:1-26 #wiseliving2022 READ ECCLESIASTES CHAPTER 2 [person from congregation] INTRODUCTION… Little Bit About Solomon As we get started this morning, I have two introductions. The first is about the author of the Book of Ecclesiastes because it is ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Marvelous Things We Have In The Lord

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 14, 2022

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One thing that we all have in common is that we all want the best this life has to offer.

What we do not have in common is the way we go about pursuing the best this life has to offer. For example, many believe their hope of enjoying the best life has to offer them can be found in: - Sports. Their lives are consumed by the pursuit of sports. - Wealth. Their lives are consumed by ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Pursuit Of Pleasure - Chasing After The Wind Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 1, 2022

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This sermon focuses on the concept of pleasure and the reality that lasting pleasure cannot be found in earthly pursuits but only in the pursuit of God as our greatest good.

Good morning. I trust you all had a pleasurable 4th of July. Speaking of the word pleasure, I need somebody to define pleasure for me. What does the word pleasure mean? Enjoyment. Satisfaction. Would you be satisfied with this definition? Pleasure is the enjoyment or satisfaction derived ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:11, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

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