“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.

What if someone told you that you were made for God? Let’s be honest. Would you find yourself feeling joyful and thankful, or maybe unqualified and unworthy, or maybe even indifferent and disinterested? Regardless of how you would feel, I hope you’ll make plans to join us this Sunday either in person or online. We’ll kick off a new sermon series called Made For This that will help us align ourselves with our God-given purpose. Because when you and I DON’T live for the purpose that was intended, everyone misses out. The One who created us doesn’t get what is deserved. You and I struggle to find our true identity. Finally, the ones around us miss out on the numerous blessings that we share as we live the way God desires.