Take lessons from the wisest person to ever live...

This morning I"ve been reading in the book of Ecclesiastes. Wow! What a refreshing reminder about purpose and how we should live. This book was written by Solomon who is well known as the "wisest person to ever live." To me, this is someone who deserves some listening to. He had all the money, fame, and fortune you could imagine. (I've heard preachers say it would be 10 times the wealth and success of Warren Buffet and Bill Gates combined!)

In our American culture one would think this is the peak of life and is to be desired. This is really what it's all about, setting high goals and reaching them. Solomon begs to differ. In Ecc 12:13 he says, "Here now is my final conclusion. Fear God and obey his commands, for this is everyone's duty."

Isn't it comforting in a way to hear the wisest man ever tell us in one short sentence how to live. If we want happiness, purpose and meaning in our life, we are to simply fear God and obey his commands. What a powerful reminder this is!

***Remember, if you "Follow" Jesus, you'll see his ways and start to believe in him. Once you "Believe" you'll begin to understand he has a better plan for you. Since he has a better plan, you'll begin to "Obey" and this is where we ultimately stay.....nestled in the will of God waiting for his next move.

Take time to sit at Jesus' feet today and thank him for who he is and the peace and direction he offers us all.

God bless!