Sermon 2024.12.29 (Pastor Tim Lindner)

We will be streaming our service live this week. SERMON NOTES – December 29, 2024Series: Ecclesiastes: Finding Eternal Meaning in a Seemingly Meaningless WorldText: Ecclesiastes 5:8-20Topic: The Vanity of Power and MoneyAttribute: Praise Christ as the Giver of Eternal and Abundant LifeGOD’S IM: “If you want to enjoy life in this broken world, gratefully accept what I have given you and work for My glory! I will keep you occupied with joy for all eternity!”Notes: Oppressive B_______________ (vs. 8-9)Unsatisfying, Disappearing, and Restless W_______________ (vs. 10-12)Temporary and Destructive W_______________ (vs. 13-17)Reminder of the R_______________ (vs. 18-20)IMPLICATIONS FOR LIFE:1) Which picture of life describes your view of money?All of us, no matter how much money we make, must decide for ourselves if we are going to pursue and serve God, or money. This is a choice that must be made over and over again in the normal, everyday parts of life.Matthew 6:242) What financial changes is God calling you to make this coming year?Experience the joy, excitement, blessing, and enjoyment of using your finances for the glory of the Lord, rather than yourself!  3) Don’t be shocked by the injustice and oppression that plagues our world!Allow the injustice and oppression that plague our world to cause you to love and trust Christ and His Gospel more and more!Music and word rights reserved. CCLI License