Anything Gained in Sin Is Vanity
Good morning Scripture reading: Ecclesiastes 1-2 Hymn: At Calvary Meditation: Solomon’s experience proves that pursuing worldly success and self-gratification leads to a sense of profound emptiness, proving that true purpose is not found in material possessions. He discovered that, apart from God, all human accomplishments and pleasures are vanity, leaving the soul empty, detached from its true purpose. As he reflected on his earthly possessions, he was able to testify that all his gain was vanity and vexation of spirit. Jesus told the parable of the rich fool in St. Luke 12, who purposed in his heart to build bigger barns to store his riches to last him many more years, but he never thought about securing his soul. While many of us relentlessly pursue an extravagant lifestyle and are laboring hard to accomplish these desires, it is worth pausing to consider if this intense labor is truly fulfilling, or simply in vain. ...