Ecclesiastes 8:7 – “Surely no one knows the future, and no one can tell another person what will happen.”

As I read Ecclesiastes, a book many find confusing, I saw more revelations of guidance than I can convey or connect in this post.

In Ecclesiastes 1:8, we are given a revelation and a warning.  “…the eye is not satisfied with seeing, nor is the ear filled with hearing.”  In verse 13, Solomon sets his mind to explore wisdom concerning life and the works of God and man.

The revelation I am referring to is that God created us with a thirst to Know!   The warning is our propensity never to be satisfied and learn contentment and trust.

In Chapter 4, we have the golden nugget of unity and the right associations.   The three-fold cord, when two are united, reveals that when believers unite, we have God’s help as the third cord.  Beware of the converse; if two ungodly unite, they will have the power of darkness as their third cord.

In Ecclesiastes 7:18, we hear a profound word.  “It is good to grasp one thing, and also not let go of the other; FOR the one who fears God comes forth with both.”  This could be applied to natural things, but the context and setting indicate it is wisdom and righteousness that he is focused on.

Not unconnected is the rendering of one translation of Ecclesiastes 8:7. It is fascinating, “If no one knows what will happen, who can tell him when it will happen.”  We need God’s wisdom and guidance in Everything!

Life once lived cannot be unlived.   Ecclesiastes 11:3-4 makes a powerful statement that can be applied to life.   Wherever the tree falls, that’s where it remains.  The way we live is how we will end up Forever!

Therefore, we dare not let external circumstances determine our life.  Ecclesiastes 11:6 tells us to keep doing what is good all the time because we don’t know which effort will produce the best result.

I believe that every believer should memorize Ecclesiastes 9:10-12.  Consider some pertinent things it contains:

• Always give 100%.
• It’s not the most talented or gifted who consistently achieves God’s purpose, but the faithful and persistent who persevere and receive the prize.
• We don’t know about tomorrow, but we know the One who does.  God places in our hearts a guide called peace to lead us. 

Ecclesiastes 10:2 reminds us that a wise heart is directed to the right, but a foolish heart is directed to the left.

Today, each of us will make multiple decisions.   We do not have all the information, but we do have God.  If we align our hearts to seek Him, He will open or reveal the right doors and knit us to the right people to reach His desired destination.   The bottom line is to learn to give God your heart and then follow the peace produced there.

• Remember that Nothing is impossible with God! 
• Fear God.
• Keep His Word.
• Everything (good) comes from God.
• Be at Peace with God, yourself, and others; He will guide your steps.

That is a fraction of what God downloaded into my heart.  I hope it resonates and speaks in some small measure.

Have a great day baking in His presence and enjoying the provisions of His Love, Mercy, Grace, Peace, and Power!