“And the living takes it to heart.” This phrase came to mind while sitting in a funeral recently. It’s found at the end of Ecclesiastes 7:2:
“It is better to go to a house of mourning
Than to go to a house of feasting,
Because that is the end of every man,
And the living takes it to heart.”
I believe Solomon is saying that it’s better to go to a funeral than a party. That may sound strange, and I’m sure many would disagree with him, but attending the funeral of a family member or close friend makes us give serious thought to how we are living out the rest of our days on earth. If you’re like me, and I imagine you are, don’t you want to make the most of your remaining days? If so, join us to discuss what the Bible says about us being a people passionate about living out God’s love to others.
