Introduction Be Generous (11:1-6). Be Joyfully Sober (11:7-10). Be Heavenly-Minded (12:1-8). Be Obedient to God’s Word (12:9-14). Conclusion Everything in this world is temporary. Everything in the world to come…
Introduction Politics is the art of organising people to build better cities (‘polis’, city). Sin Ruins Everything (v1-3). Fools in High Places (v4-7). Be Wary of Political Traps (v8-11), Advice…
Introduction The Shorter Catechism (Q11) Q: What are God’s works of providence? A: God’s works of providence are his most holy, wise, and powerful preserving of all his creatures and…
Introduction Wisdom is a Powerful Light (v1). The King’s Command (v2-8). The Uses and Abuses of Power (v9-15). The Limits of Power (v16-17). Conclusion The Gospel seems at first to…
Introduction Sin has ‘bent’ us out of shape with God, so that wisdom cannot save us… But if this is true, then what future do we have as fallen human…
Introduction Beginning With Worship (5:1-7). Continuing with Christ (5:8-6:12). Life’s Joys and Disappointments (5:8-20). Overcoming the Curse of Death (6:1-12). Conclusion There is wisdom in God’s pattern for life. By…
Introduction The Tears of the Oppressed (v1-3). The Trap of Human Envy (v4-6). The Agony of the Lonely (v7-12). The Folly of Power and Politics (v13-16). Conclusion Oppression is a…
Introduction We want to control time, but we are really in its grip. We can never tell “what time it is”. What do we gain in our time? Because of…
Introduction What’s the point of living if death is my only reward? Here We Go Again! (v12-16) ‘ So I hated life …’ (v17-23) Back From the Brink. (v24-26) Conclusion Death…
Introduction Where can I find lasting happiness in this world? The Search for Answers (and why it must fail) (1:12-15). Philosophy: The Delights of the Mind (1:16-28). Pleasure: The Delights…