On first reading Ecclesiastes, you may think the tone is entirely pessimistic.
Read Ecclesiastes 12:7-14. Consider that, as a leader, Solomon was being bravely honest.
He told us the truth. Life under the sun can never satisfy us (Ecc 5:10-12 and Ecc 6:7). Laying up treasures for yourself on earth is a poor strategy (Mat 6:19-21).
Solomon’s conclusion is that our best course of action is to set our affection on things above, to live in the Son (Col 3:2).
As a leader, are you bravely honest with yourself and others about where we should place our focus in life?
Lead with Grace 
January 11th, 2017 at 12:05 pm
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January 3rd, 2017 at 12:36 pm
I try to be bravely honest but do it in love. It’s all about the heart in which it’s given. Thank you for reminding me that life under the sun can never satisfy. I read this quote recently and loved it: “We can never get enough of what we really don’t want.”
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December 20th, 2016 at 9:57 pm
Ecclesiastes is one of the most beautiful books of Scripture. It’s on a completely different level in terms of artistry and wisdom than the books before it (and after it, really).
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December 19th, 2016 at 10:36 pm
I try to live everyday with honesty. Thanks for the thought-provoking question. 🙂
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