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    Words Of The Wise Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 26, 2013
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    Do we have time to pause and listen to words of the wise? No. No.

    Why not listen…… Ecclesiastes 9:17”Words of the wise, spoken quietly, should be heard Rather than the shout of a ruler of fools.” Do we have time to pause and listen to words of the wise? No. No. People are agog to hear anything that is promising, inspiring, interesting ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Poverty With Integrity Makes One Smarter Than The Rich Series

    Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Apr 16, 2017
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    Part 16 of the Sermon Series, "Rich Man Poor Man in Proverbs"

    "Better is a poor man who walks in his integrity than a rich man who is crooked in his ways" (Prov. 28:6). "A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man who has understanding will find him out" (Prov. 28:11). Proverbs 28:6 and 11 give corresponding meanings. It talks about poor people with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Approaching Life With An Ecclesiastes Philosophy Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 26, 2018
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    By taking heed to God’s Word here in Ecclesiastes, we can approach life with a godly, practical philosophy at hand.

    Approaching Life With An Ecclesiastes Philosophy (Ecclesiastes 7:20, 29, 8:11, 9:7-18) 1. All of us have principles we live by, a personal philosophy of life. 2. Here are some comical ones: ? If you look like your passport picture, you probably need the trip. ? If you’re not part of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Two Great Mysteries In Life Series

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 5, 2013
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    Life is full of uncertainties. Solomon questions the meaning of life: who am I? why am I here? and where am I going? 3 questions we all ask at some point in our seemingly meaningless life.

    1 For I considered all this in my heart, (WHY?) so that I could declare it all: that the righteous and the wise and their works are in the hand of God. People know neither love nor hatred by anything they see before them. 2 All things come alike to all: One (fate-event) happens to the righteous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Shunned Savior

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 3, 2014
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    Seedthoughts at: http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/war-of-the-world-brian-harvison-sermon-on-war-125195.asp; outline from: http://www.sermoncentral.com/pastors-preaching-articles/steve-murrell-seven-secret-and-deadly-pulpit-sins-1800.asp

    HoHum: A wise man said, “knowledge is knowing how to pick your nose, wisdom is knowing when” WBTU: In these Scriptures Solomon talks about wisdom. Wisdom is the ability to choose the best possible end, and to choose the best possible means of achieving that end. It is not the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Find A Flaw Or Fix A Flaw?

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Feb 5, 2017
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    Ecclesiastes 9

    FIND A FLAW, OR FIX A FLAW? (ECCLESIASTES 9) Last month, October 19, black rain unexpectedly hit Hong Kong without warning from the observatory. One of the most affected districts was Chai Wan. One of the most popular pictures on the Internet of the heavy rain that led to flash flooding in the city ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Solomon Lives With Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Aug 16, 2023
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    Joshua promised the Israelites this land would be a place flowing with milk and honey. Solomon sees this promise come to pass.

    1st Kings 4 Solomon Lives with Wisdom Joshua promised the Israelites this land would be a place flowing with milk and honey. Solomon sees this promise come to pass. In many ways, Solomon is the new Adam. He’s ruling over the earth, seeing Eden restored. 1 Kings 4:29-34 NIV God gave Solomon ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Expect The Unexpected Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 6, 2023
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    Life is unpredictable, so expect to be surprised.

    A few years ago (2017), authorities apprehended a group of Minnesota teens for attempting to steal a cake from a local grocery store. The teens were embarrassed, but even more so when they discovered the cake was fake—it was a cardboard display cake. The grocery store owner decided not to press ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    It Doesn't Matter Series

    Contributed by Robert Austin on Jul 13, 2022
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    Solomon continues his examination of life, "under the sun."

    It Doesn’t Matter Ecclesiastes 9 This year’s Kentucky Derby winner is a horse called Rich Strike. This was a horse that wasn’t even in the race until 31 hours before the race began. 2 other horses had to scratch before Rich Strike even qualified for the race, but it wasn’t supposed to win. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Live Life With Joy Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 28, 2024
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     | 1,932 views

    You are not prepared to live until you are prepared to die.

    Live Life with Joy Ecclesiastes 9:1-18 Rev. Brian Bill October 26-27, 2024 A common question often used in an icebreaker is this, “What advice would you give to your younger self?” Here’s how some people answered that question. 1. You are perfect just the way you are. 2. Stop being lazy! Get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wisdom Vs Strength

    Contributed by Gregory Baskin on Sep 12, 2001
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    Then said I, Wisdom is better than strength. Eccl 9:16a

    WISDOM VS STRENGTH ECCLESIASTES 9:13-18 INTRO: HOW IMPORTANT DO YOU THINK WISDOM IS IN EVERYDAY CHRISTIAN LIFE? I AM SURE MOST OF US HERE WOULD SAY VERY IMPORTANT. THEN LET ME ASK THIS QUESTION. HOW MANY OF YOU PRACTICE WISDOM EVERYDAY IN YOUR LIFE? IN THE EVERYDAY COMMON STRUGGLES WE ALL GO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Meaninglessness And Mundanity Of Life - Week 4 PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024
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    This sermon explores the emptiness of earthly pursuits and the importance of finding joy and meaning in God, as illustrated in Ecclesiastes 9:1-18.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It's a beautiful day to gather together in the name of our Lord, to share in His Word and to find comfort, guidance, and edification in His eternal truth. Today, we find ourselves turning to the pages of Ecclesiastes, a book often misunderstood, yet rich with ...read more

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    An Uncertain Life Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 8, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,427 views

    The depressing, secular worldview: Life is tough, and then you die. But there’s a better way of life.

    Overcoming Futility--a sermon series on Ecclesiastes “An Uncertain Life” -Chapter 9 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts At times, life is utterly incomprehensible! So is this book. In studying Ecclesiastes, reading various interpretations, I’ve seen how ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Enthusiastic Living Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 29, 2003
    based on 96 ratings
     | 24,552 views

    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

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Poor Wise Man

    Contributed by Terry Hagedorn on Dec 1, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
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    THe fourth WIse Man is the most important of all.

    The Poor Wise Man Pastor Terry Hagedorn Calvary Baptist Church Reedsville, WV There was another wise man. There were not just three wise men! Tradition says that there were three because the wise men brought three kinds of gifts: gold, frankincense and myrrh. (Gold speaks ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist