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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 11 & 12 (CSB, Old Testament)

Today’s Takeaway: Life makes sense when God is at the center.

Week 8 - Reversing Thoughts on God

I. WE ARE

Reveal Answer

TO GENEROUS LIVING (11:1-6)

A. Generosity is an act of

. (v 1)

“Give, and it will be given to you; a good measure—pressed down, shaken together, and running over—will be poured into your lap.” —Luke 6:38

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B.

life’s uncertainties. (v 6)

“Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” —Philippians 4:6-7

II. WE MUST

Reveal Answer

JOYFULLY WITH RESPONSIBILITY (11:7-10)

A. Appreciate the

of life.

“So then, just as you have received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to walk in him, 7being rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, and overflowing with gratitude.” —Colossians 2:6-7

B. Balance

with accountability. (v 9)

“I have told you these things so that my joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.” —John 15:11

III. WE MUST

Reveal Answer

GOD IN OUR YOUTH (12:1-7)

A. Start with

.

“Watch out, brothers and sisters, so that there won’t be in any of you an evil, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God. 13But encourage each other daily, while it is still called today, so that none of you is hardened by sin’s deception.” —Hebrews 3:12-13

B. Live with

in mind. (v 6)

“Jesus said, ‘Leave the little children alone, and don’t try to keep them from coming to me, because the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these’.” —Matthew 19:14

IV. WE MUST

Reveal Answer

ATTENTION TO SOLOMON’S CONCLUSION (12:8-14)

A. Life is

without God. (v 8)

“The one who rejects me and doesn’t receive my sayings has this as his judge: The word I have spoken will judge him on the last day.” —John 12:48

B. Life has one focused

. (v 13)

“If you love me, you will keep my commands.” —John 14:15

Life Application:

1. Reveal Answer
   a personal mission statement that aligns your life with God’s priorities.
   
   
   
   

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2.

a daily practice of reflection on alignment with God’s will.

CONCLUSION: What steps do you need to take to make God the center of your life?

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