As we learned previously in our study on Ecc 2:24-26
As we learned previously in our study on Ecc 2:24-26
As we learned previously in our study on Ecc 2:24-26 and above in 5:18-20, the ability to enjoy the fruit of one's labour, which are blessings from God, is God's gift to those in a right relationship with Him.
In Ecc 6:1-2 Solomon blames God for blessing a man with riches but depriving him of the ability to enjoy them (CP Ecc 6:1-6). What we glean from this in line with what is taught throughout scripture, is that this man never saw his riches and wealth and honour with which God had blessed him, from the vantage point of eternity, but simply to fulfil his own self-gratifying desires (CP Ecc 3:12-13; 6:9 with Job 27:8; Psa 39:6; 52:7; Jer 17:11; Lu 12:15-21; Jas 4:14).
From a Christian perspective what we learn from Ecc 6:3-6 is the importance of living our lives for God. Next, in Ecc 6:7-10, Solomon observes that all the labour of a man is to satisfy his appetite and his passions, yet his desire is not satisfied (CP Ecc 6:7-10).
We learn from V 7-9 here that it is best to be content with what one has, and not covet something else (CP Php 4:11-13; 1Ti 6:5-10; He 13:5).
In Ecc 6:10 we learn that it is foolish for men to contend with God, for He knows and directs every happening in their lives.
The simple fact is that no one knows what will happen after they die (CP Ecc 5:15-17; 6:11-12; 8:7 with Psa 39:6-7).
It is worth noting here before moving on, that while Solomon does his utmost to prove the meaningless of life in Ecclesiastes, the Holy Spirit uses the observations he makes to show the futility of life apart from God.