Vanity (2)

2 “Vanity of vanities,” says the Preacher; “Vanity of vanities, all is vanity.” 3 What profit has a man from all his labor In which he toils under the sun?

Ecclesiastes 1:2-3

After identifying Himself as the author, Solomon relates the main theme of this writing. That theme is this; life apart from God is meaningless. Life lived on our own has no ultimate meaning or purpose.

Life under the sun can provide temporary pleasures. Life on earth does give us some temporal happiness. But, the happiness and contentment are only short-lived. Eventually, our souls long for something deeper. We come to a point where we desire something more than this life can give.

As we walk through this life, let us remember that many folks we encounter are searching for something more. They’ve tried everything the world has to offer and they are as empty as they have ever been. Our goal is to point them to the one who can provide peace and purpose. People need the Lord. For only Jesus can forgive us, cleanse us, and reconcile us to our Creator.

Tony French