Introduction
Ecclesiastes 1
Ecclesiastes 2
Ecclesiastes 3
Ecclesiastes 4

Ecclesiastes 5
Ecclesiastes 6
Ecclesiastes 7
Ecclesiastes 8

Ecclesiastes 9
Ecclesiastes 10
Ecclesiastes 11
Ecclesiastes 12

Ray Stedman

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Ecclesiastes 1:1-1:8The Search for Meaning

Ecclesiastes 2 Life in the Fast Lane

Ecclesiastes 3 That Wonderful Plan for Your Life
Ecclesiastes 4-5 Why Does God Allow This?
Ecclesiastes 6:1-7:14 Things Are Not What They Seem
Ecclesiastes 7:15-8:1 Whoever Said Life Was Fair?
Ecclesiastes 8:2-8:15 Can We Trust Government?
Ecclesiastes 8:16-9:10 Ah, Sweet Mystery of Life

Ecclesiastes 9:11-10:15 The Only Way to Go

Ecclesiastes 10:16-11:10 How Then Should We Live?
Ecclesiastes 12:1-12:14 Before It's Too Late

The Power of His Presence
Daily Devotions
From the Writings of Ray Stedman
Daily Devotions for the Month of February
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1^st The Search (Ecclesiastes 1:1-3) — Has our pursuit of knowledge and worldly pleasure left us sated and cynical? Do we need to redirect our pursuit from a wholly different perspective?
 

2^nd The Endless Cycle (Ecclesiastes 1:4-7) — Solomon sagely ponders why we strive, often desperately, to prolong our lives forever? Is something backwards in our human existence?
 

3^rd The Restless Life (Ecclesiastes 1:8-18) — Do we shop until we drop, always hoping to buy into the ultimate satisfaction? Is life simply an empty pursuit after things that never fully satisfy our deepest desires?
 

4^th The Pursuit Of Pleasure (Ecclesiastes 2:1-11) — Do we live as consumers, using every resource & person in our quest for fulfillment? Has the well of hedonistic pleasures gone dry? Where do we go after burn out?
 

5^th A Note Of Joy (Ecclesiastes 2:12-26) — Shall we choose to live each day as grateful receivers, acknowledging every good gift as God's provision? Have we seen His intent for joy in everything we experience?
 

6^th A Time For Everything (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8) — Are we learning to see God's wise direction and providence in the contrasting experiences of our lives? If we were in charge would the result be wholeness & joy?
 

7^th Eternity On My Mind (Ecclesiastes 3:9-11) — What is it that clearly differentiates us humans from animals? Are we living in denial of that basic element, yet wondering why life seems meaningless?
 

8^th Let God Be God (Ecclesiastes 3:12-22) — God has sovereignly, independently, set up the plan of life in a way with which we cannot interfere. Why has He done this and what is the secret of life?
 

9^th Ambition (Ecclesiastes 4:1-8) — To what degree are admiration and ambition a driving force behind our activity in life? Do we need to redirect our motivation & resources to invest in things that matter?
 

10^th Two Are Better Than One (Ecclesiastes 4:9-16) — Companionship and fellowship are certainly advantageous in life. Does teamwork play an important role in our ministry or do we tend to go it alone?
 

11^th Watch Your Step (Ecclesiastes 5:1-17) — What is the first thought that pops into our mind when we ask: Who is in charge? Have we learned to let God be God and to humbly inquire and listen to His wisdom?
 

12^th How To Enjoy Life (Ecclesiastes 5:18-20) — True enjoyment in life comes from a specific knowledge which results in constant thanksgiving. What is a great lesson and gift of God that enables us to enjoy life?
 

13^th The Power To Enjoy (Ecclesiastes 6:1-12) — Experiencing joy certainly pleases us. Faith and obedience based on faith is what pleases God. Have we assimilated where the enabling power to enjoy originates?
 

14^th Who Is In Charge? (Ecclesiastes 7:1-14) — Life is full of the adversity. Does this make us anxious or fearful? Have we discovered and trusted God's wisdom and love or do we try to control our future?
 

15^th Fearing God (Ecclesiastes 7:15-22) — Are we waiting to acknowledge God's presence at the end of our life someday, or do we know His presence now? What are some components of fearing God?
 

16^th Looking For Love (Ecclesiastes 7:23-28) — The billion dollar industry of internet pornography is a snare today for many. Devoid of any relationship, it takes one away from the only relationship that truly satisfies.
 

17^th The Benefits Of Wisdom (Ecclesiastes 7:29-8:1) — Media bombardment encourages us to always imitate and copy somebody else, but God made us individually unique. Have we discovered the benefits of godly wisdom?
 

18^th Can We Trust The Government? (Ecclesiastes 8:2-15) — Obedience is sometimes difficult and produces uncertainty. Does God want us to struggle & puzzle over what we should do? What about trusting the government?
 

19^th Ah, Sweet Mystery Of Life (Ecclesiastes 8:16-9:6) — We soon run out of brain power when trying to find answers to the mystery of life. Is understanding everything in Scripture necessary before accepting it as truth?
 

20^th The Gift Of God's Approval (Ecclesiastes 9:7-10) — God's approval is always received and not earned. How many of us struggle to please God? Why is this always a vain attempt on our part?
 

21^st Who Wins The Race? (Ecclesiastes 9:11-12) — The sovereignty of God is an important attribute of God to realize and trust. Our own efforts will never trump God's sovereignty. Have we rested in that knowledge?
 

22^nd The Wisdom That Frees (Ecclesiastes 9:13-18) — Real wisdom is the application of the knowledge & freedom contained in God's word. Do we lean on our own understanding or simply seek to know the Reality revealed?
 

23^rd The Dangers Of Digging Pits (Ecclesiastes 10:1-15) — Without thinking we follow the secular wisdom around us, wisdom that looks good and feels right, but nevertheless is foolishness. What about the wisdom of the Word?
 

24^th A Little Bird Told Me (Ecclesiastes 10:16-20) — When supportive talk seems out of vogue, how easy it is to passionately complain about the government. Do our conversations betray a lack of trust in the Godhead?
 

25^th Live Generously (Ecclesiastes 11:1-6) — Giving is a way of relieving need, but oftentimes needs are not expressed because people in their pride hide their needs. Do we have a sensitive spirit of generosity?
 

26^th What To Do While You're Young (Ecclesiastes 11:7-10) — Youth with all its glory and energy is full of opportunity. While still young are we increasingly thoughtful and mindful of our relationship with the living Lord? How so?
 

27^th Before Its Too Late (Ecclesiastes 12:1-8) — Have we experienced the joy of learning the Scriptures while young? As we get older it is more difficult to change, yet it's never too late to willingly root and grow in Christ.
 

28^th The Need For The Truth (Ecclesiastes 12:9-12) — The truth is always attacked by a multiplicity of lies. Have we been guided by the Word of God? Have we discovered the simple, powerful, and restful truth in Christ?