This morning I was reading probably the most well known chapter in Ecclesiastes. Yep, chapter 3, the "A Time for Everything," chapter. In chapter 3, Solomon reminds us that there's a season for everything. A time to be born, a time to die; a time to laugh, a time to weep. Folks, life is a … Continue reading Thoughts from Ecclesiastes chapter 3
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Thoughts from Ecclesiastes chapter 2
I'm sitting at my woodbench this afternoon finishing up on some crosses for West County, thinking about what I read this morning in Ecclesiastes chapter 2. Solomon, the wisest and wealthiest king, tried it all, laughter, wine, building projects, and accumulating wealth. His conclusion? It is all "Meaningless! A chasing after the wind." You know, … Continue reading Thoughts from Ecclesiastes chapter 2
Thoughts from Ecclesiastes 1:9
I've been thinking this morning and most of the afternoon on what I read in Ecclesiastes chapter 1. In verse 9, Solomon tells us, "What has been will be again, what has been done will be done again; there is nothing new under the sun." That sounds a little discouraging doesn’t it, like everything's just … Continue reading Thoughts from Ecclesiastes 1:9
Thoughts from Ecclesiastes 11:5
My grandson Nik was telling me his favorite book in the Bible is Ecclesiastes, so I thought I would share share my thoughts from Ecclesiastes, that is if I have any, for a few days.In Ecclesiastes chapter 11 verse 5 Solomon reminds us of the limitations of our understanding. Solomon tells us “As you do … Continue reading Thoughts from Ecclesiastes 11:5
Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving to all my family, friends, and followers! In 1st Thessalonians chapter 5 verse 18 Paul tells us to "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus."Notice Paul doesn’t say "give thanks FOR all circumstances," but IN all circumstances. This isn't about pretending everything is perfect. It's … Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving
Bobby Robinson 