Sermons on Ecclesiastes 1:1-6:23:

Investing In Rotten Apples?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 2, 2002

It is easy to spend our time racing down useless roads.

I ponder today about CHASING RAINBOWS? SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW BLUEBIRDS FLY. BIRDS FLY OVER THE RAINBOW--- WHY THEN, OH WHY CAN’T I? Why do we wish to be some place else? To be someone else? Why can’t we find joy in daily living? We dream great visions of grandeur, that keep us from ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:3-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Solomon's Search

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 9, 2002

Solomon searched life for meaning, and the meaning seemed to elude him.

Solomon/s Search by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I ponder today, if I knew I only had one more sermon to preach, and then take my last breath, WHAT WOULD I SAY? At best, life as we know it, is just a temporary arrangement. We become better stewards of money than time. I ponder, FOR ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-8, Ecclesiastes 12:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Friendship - Pathway To Growth

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 14, 2002

Friendships are important to our spiritual health and spiritual growth

Good morning! And welcome to WestShore Community Church, on this our first-ever Friendship Sunday. It’s always good to see our members and regular attenders, but this week we’re thrilled to have with us so many friends, both new and old. It reminds us that many of the people Jesus ministered to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Ecclesiastes 4:9

Denomination: Baptist

Funerals And Parties Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 16, 2004

We learn much from times of sorrow and loss, times when we are confronted with the reality of death, opportunities when we can learn from God

“A good reputation is more valuable than the most expensive perfume. In the same way, the day you die is better than the day you are born. It is better to spend your time at funerals than at festivals. For you are going to die, and you should think about it while there is still time. Sorrow is ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:1-8, Ecclesiastes 7:7-9

Denomination: Congregational

Nothing New Under The Sun Series

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Mar 24, 2004

The second in a series of when sin is in the camp. This focuses on the tactics of Satan in tempting man to sin.

NOTHING NEW UNDER THE SUN Text: Ecclesiastes 1: 9-10 An old saying goes “everything old is new again”. Clothes that considered “cool” when I was a teen are in fashion again. Classic style for cars is all the rage. Nick at Night and T V Land show the old classic shows. It seems that things are just ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:9-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Duty

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Mar 30, 2004

Every one has a duty to do after salvation. Do you know what your duties are? This message will give you the scriptural details of some of those duties.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Today’s Sermon Title Duty By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby "Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man." Ecclesiastes 11:13. The words of our text, were written by one ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:13

Denomination: Baptist

House Of Mourning Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 8, 2003

One of God’s purposes for our lives is that we enjoy them., but it is not the ONLY purpose. He wants to deepen us, and that comes not so much from joy as it does facing the sober realities of life. Facing life’s realities opens us up to receive wisdom,

Sober Thoughts and Balanced Living OR What Does A Mature Person Look Like? (Ecclesiastes 7:1-22) 1. The gift of enjoyment is a wonderful gift. 2. But remember that from chapter 3, “a time to weep and a time to laugh.” 3. We have to take the good with the bad; like Job, we have to say, “The Lord ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Through Endolence The Rafters Sag

Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 15, 2003

This sermon explores the Christians duty to be salt and light in our communities. What has happened in America as the Church has lost it’s voice

Through Slackness The Rafters Sag Ecclesiastes 10:16-20 This morning some of you might not like my topic. Some of you might go away from here upset that I have dared speak on this subject in the church. But I want to assure you that as sure as I am standing here today I believe God put this ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:16-20

Denomination: *other

Enthusiastic Living Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 29, 2003

The difference between living and existing can often be traced to one’s philosophy of life. The God-given philosophy of life involves many aspects, but today I’d like to summarize part of that philosphy through three "Remember" statements.

Enthusiastic Living (Ecclesiastes 9:7-18) Intro 1. Kids pretend things to take away boredom….. (1) We’d walk to the store pretending we are trying to lose Martians who were following us (2) Kids who need medical treatments often try to make games of things… 2. As we age, we tend to lose ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:7-18, Ecclesiastes 7:2-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Fly In The Ointment (Life/Social Skills, Part One) Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 5, 2004

Developing the right life skills and social skills can make our lives so much richer, our friendships deeper, and our level of happiness higher.

A Fly in the Ointment (Ecclesiastes 10:1-10) 1. And sometimes problems occur at just the right time: (1) the pain bothers you or the fever spikes right when you are seeing the doctor (2) or take this news story: "A flight in the United States proved lucky for a British woman who suffered a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Time To Change

Contributed by Mark Evans on Jan 7, 2004

A NEW YEARS Sermon. As Christians the Lord wants to set us apart for His Holiness and Divne puposes. We need to make certain we have a Godly Christian "Perspective","Purpose" and "Priorities" so that He can work and will" in our lives according to his goo

A Time to Change Date: Jan. 4, 2004 Eccl. 3:1-8 Intro Now, this is the time of the year when people begin to attempt to fulfill their “New Year” resolutions. And to do that we must be willing and ready to accept change. We’ve been talking about worship over the period of ‘two’ messages – How to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

A Time To Dance

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 8, 2004

Funeral sermon for Vera Byars, court information specialist and amateur dancer. Ballroom, minuet/ballet, tap -- whatever style she used, it all witnessed to a life of joy. This is not any longer a time to mourn.

I agree with the Scripture, where it says that, “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” I agree with that, because we know that some things are fine, in their place, but they are not appropriate in other places. There is a time and a season for everything, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Pursuing In Life?

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jan 12, 2004

We need to find that life under the sun will not satify

Comments received by the Forest Service on registration sheets and comment cards by backpackers completing wilderness camping trips: "A small deer came into my camp and stole my bag of pickles. Is there a way I can get reimbursed? Please call." "Escalators would help on steep uphill sections." ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:13-15, Ecclesiastes 2:20-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Spiritual Friendship -- A Mark Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jan 15, 2004

Spiritual Friendship is one of the expecations God has of his disciples. This sermon looks at several Scripture passages to identify the keys to building a successful Spiritual Friendship.

(Preface note to the reader: Our church elders identified 7 Marks of Discipleship. Six are suggested by Michael Foss in his book, "Power Surge." To his six, we added the seventh -- Evangelism. These marks are: Spiritual Friendships, Serve Others in and beyond the congregation, Pray Daily, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:7-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Are You Hearing?

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jan 15, 2004

life on earth is of no value without God

Eccles. 1:2 3-9 13-14 WHAT ARE YOU HEARING? It was found written on the walls of a library at a university “apathy Rules.” Apathy could mean indifference, boredom, laziness, lack of interest or concern. Do we get excited about what God is doing in this world? Are we passionate for the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan