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Selwyn Hughes

For Reading and Meditation:     Ecclesiastes 5:1-3

In this chapter, we catch Solomon in one of those rare moments when he breaks free of his cynical frame of mind - so let's make the most of it! He begins with a strong and positive declaration: "Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. Go near to listen ..." The Living Bible paraphrases it thus: "As you...

Bible Verses: Ecclesiastes 5:1-3

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William MacDonald

We have all heard of the man who, when he finds himself in a tight spot, makes a vow to God. He promises that if God delivers him, he will trust, love and serve Him forever. But when he escapes from the crisis, he forgets all about the vow and goes on living the same old life.

What place do vows have in the life of a Christian, and what guidelines are given in the Word on this subject?

First of all, it is not necessary to make vows. They are not commanded, but are generally...

Bible Verses: Ecclesiastes 5:4Deuteronomy 23:22Ecclesiastes 5:2Numbers 30:2Deuteronomy 23:21Ecclesiastes 5:5Deuteronomy 23:21

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Samuel Bagster

When you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the heathen do. For they think that they will be heard for their many words. Therefore do not be like them. For your Father knows the things you have need of before you ask Him.They … called on the name of Baal from morning even till noon, saying, “O Baal, hear us!” Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, “God, I thank You that I am not like...

Bible Verses: Ecclesiastes 5:2Matthew 6:7Matthew 6:81 Kings 18:26Luke 18:10Luke 18:11Luke 18:13Luke 18:14Luke 11:1

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