The facets of mankind's problems are many and Solomon, without apology, shows us The Problem. Notwithstanding, God has provided us a solution to such a degree that not only are these problems solved but we have no excuse to allow any problem to inhibit our service to God and our fellow man.

Big Idea: King Solomon emphasizes the scope and gravity of mankind’s problems in life pushing his listeners to cling to God in faith Eccl 6

1. Problem: Life has no space for a fantasy of utopia (6:1)

• Cash and fame are problems (6:2-3)
• Children and long life are problems (6:4-6)
• Desires and appetites are problems (6:7)
• The wise and foolish are problems (6:8)
• The rich and prudent are problems (6:9)

2. The Problem: God (6:10-12) Eccl 7:13
3. No Problem: in Jesus
Eccl 12:13-14 / 1 Pet 2:9-10