Introduction 

1. Beginning With Worship (5:1-7). 
2. 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 faith, we endure life’s disappointments without being robbed of life’s joys. 
• Begin each week with worship. Then continue by following and trusting in Christ. Live a ‘1+6 = 7’ life!