God in the Picture

In the first 2 chapters of Ecclesiastes, Solomon recounted how he was unable to find meaning and satisfaction in life “under the sun”. Now, his perspective changes as he brings God into view. We still live in a fallen world, beset by the implications of the curse. Ejected from paradise, we will always experience pain in our lives. Yet, God still allows us to find a measure of satisfaction and joy in this earthly existence, even though it is a mere shadow of the glory that is to come. The key is that we must use eyes of faith to keep Him in view in this life.