Is having it all truly fulfilling? Solomon, the king of Israel, once thought so. He was wealthier, wiser, and more powerful than anyone in his time. He commanded respect, had riches in abundance, and was even admired for his unmatched wisdom. But what did it amount to in the end? As Stephen Davey reveals in today's episode, Solomon's journey left him feeling empty. Through his reflections in Ecclesiastes, we see that power, wisdom, and wealth--the things the world often tells us will bring us happiness--fall far short. In today's lesson, Stephen Davey opens up Solomon's personal journal, a space where the king, once at the top of the world, records his disillusionment with what he thought mattered most. Solomon describes his search for meaning through wisdom, his attempt to find joy in wealth, and his experience with power. He was the "king of the mountain," yet at the height of his success, he found himself with empty hands. Solomon concludes that everything under the sun is vanity--like trying to catch the wind in a net. These powerful reflections are as relevant today as they were back then. They remind us that no matter how high we climb or how much we acquire, none of it provides true fulfillment. Stephen Davey challenges us to see the folly of placing our hope in what this world offers. Solomon explored all of life's pleasures, tested its knowledge, and conquered its challenges, but his discovery was that without God, all these pursuits are ultimately meaningless. Solomon reminds us that life under the sun, when separated from God, is like striving after wind--an elusive chase that leaves you weary and wanting. However, there's hope. Stephen unpacks how Solomon's observations are a call to look beyond earthly pursuits to God, who gives lasting value and purpose. True fulfillment isn't found in titles or treasures; it's found in a relationship with the Creator who reigns above the sun. When we align our lives with God, everything changes--even the mundane gains meaning, and every day is filled with purpose. Solomon's journey is one that resonates with many of us today. We strive for the top, hoping to find fulfillment, but instead discover emptiness. Through today's message, you'll see why it's not the mountain we should seek, but the One who made it. If you're feeling weary or disillusioned with life's pursuits, this episode will encourage you to refocus on the only source of lasting fulfillment: a life connected to God.
King of the Mountain
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