To prove that “all is vanity” and even “vanity of vanities,” the Preacher embarks on an exhaustive search of happiness in this world. God gives enjoyment to those who trust in him. (Exposition of Ecclesiastes 1:12–2:26)
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How do we live in a world that is natural, and not spiritual (1 Cor. 15:42–46)? Furthermore, how do we live in a world that is fallen and cursed by sin? There is no salvation under the sun. (Exposition of Ecclesiastes 1:1–11)
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The final chapter of Genesis gives a fitting conclusion to the whole book, and looks forward to the rest of the Bible’s story. God is working all things together for our good. (Exposition of Genesis 50:1–26)
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As Jacob comes to the end of his life, he bless all his children—especially to establish the promise of a king. God blesses the world through the King of Israel. (Exposition of Genesis 49:1–33)
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Jacob reflects back on the gracious favor God has shown him through his lifetime, and Jacob passes on God’s grace through blessing Joseph’s children. God extends unmerited favor to his people. (Exposition of Genesis 48:1-22)
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Joseph wisely administers food to save the Egyptians, and Jacob insists that Joseph should bury him back in Canaan. God preserves the living and raises the dead. (Exposition of Genesis 47:13–31)
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Abram's example of public witness and worship to the living God teaches us how to bear witness to the already/not-yet kingdom of Jesus Christ. (Exposition of Genesis 12:4–9)
The same four Hebrew words appear in four significant temptation stories. By studying Satan's schemes, we learn how to fight temptation.
To prove that "all is vanity" and even "vanity of vanities," the Preacher embarks on an exhaustive search of happiness in this world. God gives enjoyment to those who trust in him. (Exposition of Ecclesiastes 1:12–2:26)
