At last we come to the end of the book of Ecclesiastes! Much wisdom has been shared. Many questions have been raised. Critical issues have been discussed. But, like any good writer or speaker, the author concludes by summarizing his points. Twelve chapters of Scripture are reduced to two simple commands: Fear God and keep His commandments.
At times we look for sophisticated answers to our complex questions. We assume our life’s problems are too difficult for simple solutions. But the fact is, often the most difficult problems demand the most straightforward solution.
Wisdom comes from the fear of the Lord. Unless you humble yourself before God, you will never access divine wisdom. But, true wisdom is not found in knowing, but in doing. There have been brilliant people who knew reams of information, but behaved like fools nonetheless. Their knowledge did not affect their actions.
Don’t make your Christian life more complicated than it actually is! Fear God, and obey Him. Always keep the truth before you that one day you will give a full and complete accounting for everything you have done, said or thought. Keeping that awareness before you ought to help you to live your life, wisely.