Ecclesiastes 5- Fear God, Keep Your Vows

 

Ecclesiastes 5 Fear God, Keep Your Vows.

 

Solomon warns the one who goes to the house of God to behave reverently, because obedience to God is better than sacrifices (I Samuel 15:22).

 

We are to think clearly and not allow our mouth to cause trouble. A person should never casually make a vow (promise) to, or bargain with God. Hasty words and lying words do not please God, nor will He accept excuses when you fail to keep your vow. Be honest with God (I John1:5-10).

 

People in power are prone to look out for their own interests rather than the needs of the oppressed. Yet as bad as government can be, it is better than not having any ruling authority (Rom 13:3). The Jews in Solomon’s day had to put up with selfish bureaucrats who had to be paid off before they would help. Certainly, we should work to see justice done, but do not be disappointed if many of your efforts fail.

 

Many people desire to be rich, thinking they will have no more worries. A wealthy person may appear to live well, but “the abundance of the rich will not permit him to sleep”. The rich lie awake worrying about losing their money, while poor laborers sleep soundly. The chains of worry often ruin any true enjoyment. God would have us to be content whatever our financial status, for all wealth belongs to Him.

 

Solomon was one of the wealthiest men who ever lived. He knew what it was like to have all the riches and wealth a person could desire. Only God can supply the wisdom to know what to do with what a person has.  Money does not satisfy or guarantee peace. Be thankful that God not only shares His gifts with you but also enables you to enjoy them.

 

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