No More “What If’s”

King Solomon had everything he could possibly want and made the discovery that it didn’t make him happy necessarily and it did not satisfy him for very long. In verse 17 of the second chapter of Ecclesiastes, he writes, “So I hated life.” Now in my view that statement is very strong. What caused him to feel this way? He continues, “because the work that is done under the sun was grievous to me. All of it meaningless a chasing after the wind.”
It’s understandable that he was so negative because his motive for acquiring all he had was to satisfy himself. In the end of his projects, and achievements and all he did, he wasn’t truly satisfied because he primarily sought personal satisfaction. How can one be truly content with accomplishments for self only? 

Of course, I believe that it’s “all in the attitude” that makes the difference. When we do for others through our faith in God we won’t feel the emptiness of personal satisfaction. Personally, I have experienced a meaningful life in serving others in our ministry. It has been a significantly fruitful adventure with its share of hard toil and joyous victories. But, only by the help of God have we succeeded in our life’s quest.

In verses 18-23, Solomon continues to write that as hard as folks work to have and gain possessions, it is “meaningless” according to him because not only do these possessions stay here after death but they’re acquired by those who have done nothing to earn it. This seems a bit pathetic to me. But, it happens to those who are driven by having more and more and never having the satisfaction they covet.

I am blessed, so very blessed to serve others and see their transformed lives as they live for God. It is a tickling in my soul when I actually see the fruit of labor years down my life. This is what I am experiencing now and trust me, it has made a world of difference to my life. I no longer question as I used to the “what ifs” of my life. I am content in knowing I am in the will of God. That knowledge makes all the difference in my perspective of life.

I want it to be said of me when I am long gone, “she hath done what she could.” I know that’s what the Lord wants from me; no more, no less! Now, my question to you is, “What do you want to be said of you?” It’s something to think about. 

Be blessed!