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INTRODUCTION
Have you ever wished for a do-over in life? Imagine if we could reverse the clock, armed with the wisdom we’ve gained through years of experience and faith in God. By examining life through a reversed lens, we can inspire a renewed sense of purpose and a commitment to leaving a legacy that honors our Creator.
“Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and reaching forward to what is ahead, 14I pursue as my goal the prize promised by God’s heavenly call in Christ Jesus.” —Philippians 3:13-14
In this collection, we will explore biblical wisdom and practical insights from the book of Ecclesiastes that challenge us to live intentionally, making the most of every moment God has given us. We’ll see how understanding God’s divine order can transform our choices and future paths. In this 8-week collection, we will look at:
October 3/6
Reversing Thoughts on Purpose
October 10/13
Reversing Thoughts on Time
October 17/20
Reversing Thoughts on Friendships
October 24/27
Reversing Thoughts on Wealth
October 31/Nov 3
Reversing Thoughts on Wisdom
November 7/10
Reversing Thoughts on Authority
November 14/17
Reversing Thoughts on Life and Death
November 21/24
Reversing Thoughts on God
Text: Ecclesiastes 7 (CSB, Old Testament)
Today’s Takeaway: Godly wisdom gives life eternal purpose.
Week 5 - Reversing Thoughts on Wisdom
I. WISDOM CAN MAKE LIFE
(vs 1-4)
A. The
B. Wisdom from sober
II. WISDOM PROVIDES
(vs 5-12)
A.
“Let the righteous one strike me—it is an act of faithful love; let him rebuke me—it is oil for my head; let me not refuse it. Even now my prayer is against the evil acts of the wicked.” —Psalm 141:5
“Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but one who hates correction is stupid.” —Proverbs 12:1
“A wise correction to a receptive ear is like a gold ring or an ornament of gold.” —Proverbs 25:12
B. The
C.
D. Wisdom gives us
III. WISDOM HELPS US SEE LIFE
(vs 13-22)
A. Wisdom helps us accept God’s
“For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is going to be revealed to us.” —Romans 8:18
“So whenever you give to the poor, don’t sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be applauded by people. Truly I tell you, they have their reward.” —Matthew 6:2
B. Wisdom helps us
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” —Proverbs 9:10
C. Wisdom helps us
IV. WISDOM IS
(vs 23-29)
A. The
B. The
Life Application: