The phrase “all is meaningless” gets our attention—exactly what the Teacher intended. In utter darkness, a few small lights will stand out. These lights from Ecclesiastes—the purposes, values and priorities that should guide our lives—are now seen so much more clearly. Let’s take one last look
There is a risk to not taking risks. An opportunity for gain in testing our resolve or pursuing a challenge may be lost forever. Failing to take spiritual risks in the life of faith has even greater consequences. In this section the Teacher will encourage us to exercise our faith by “casting