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Getting the Most Out of Life
Ecclesiastes 11:1-6
Introduction:
A. We are familiar with Solomon's recurring lament about life.
B. In spite of all the seeming vanity about life, Solomon gives a call to action
C. Here is Solomon's suggestions for getting the most out of life.
I. Invest in the life of faith. Ecclesiastes 11:1
A. What we do by faith now has sure returns. 1Corinthians 15:58 Galations 6:9
B. The confidence leads us to be "risk takers for the Lord".
II. Be generous. Ecclesiastes 11:2
III. Act in faith despite the problems of life. Ecclesiastes 11:4
A. We cannot allow our focus to be on the negatives of life.
B. Just because a work for the Lord is difficult does not mean it should not be done.
IV. Enjoy God's mystery of life. Ecclesiastes 11:5
A. The mystery of God's quality of life. Romans 11:33 Ephesians 3:20,21
B. As God, He is free to act as He will.
V. Invest widely in life. Ecclesiastes 11:6
Conclusion: Solomon challenges us to invest ourselves fully in life. Matthew 16:24,25
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