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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 3 (CSB, Old Testament)

Today’s Takeaway: If we invest our time in eternal things, our lives will have purpose.

Week 2 - Reversing Thoughts on Time

I. THE

Reveal Answer

OF GOD’S TIMING (vs 1-8)

Definition of the Sovereignty of God:

“He is without equal: He is the King of kings and the Lord of lords, without limitation in any way. He is outside of time. He is infinite. He had no beginning, and He has no end. He is the ruler of everything.” —Pastor & Author Chip Ingram

“I know that you can do anything and no plan of yours can be thwarted.” —Job 42:2

“All the inhabitants of the earth are counted as nothing, and he does what he wants with the army of heaven and the inhabitants of the earth. There is no one who can block his hand or say to him, “What have you done?” —Daniel 4:35

“He existed before anything else and He holds all creation together.” —Colossians 1:17 (NLT)

A. God has

all the seasons of life.

B. We need to

life’s rhythms.

II. THE

Reveal Answer

OF GOD’S PLAN (vs 9-11)

A. God’s timing is

. (v 11a)

“We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.” —Romans 8:28

“Remember what happened long ago, for I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and no one is like me. 10I declare the end from the beginning, and from long ago what is not yet done, saying: my plan will take place, and I will do all my will.” —Isaiah 46:9-10

B.

is in our hearts.

C. The present is a

. (vs 12-13)

III. GOD’S

Reveal Answer

PERSPECTIVE (vs 14-22)

A. The

of God’s work (vs 14-15)

B. Life in the light of

(vs 16-22)

Life Application:

1. Create a “

   Reveal Answer
   budget” to ensure you are investing in eternal matters.
   

2. Practice the discipline of being “

   Reveal Answer
   ” present not just wholly present in each moment.
   

CONCLUSION: What steps do you need to take to invest your time in eternal things?

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