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Ecclesiastes and the Search for Meaning in an Upside-Down World

Russell L. Meek

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This unique book combines memoir, exegesis, and theological reflection to demonstrate the ongoing significance of the book of Ecclesiastes to the Christian life in the twenty-first century.

Through exegesis of Old Testament passages and theological reflections on Ecclesiastes, the author deals with issues of abuse, trauma, and forgiveness. For thousands of years, God's grace and glory have been shining in the stories and poems of broken people: the Psalms give voice to our darkest moments of pain and anger, showing us that God welcomes our rawest emotions; Ecclesiastes and Job help us confront suffering and injustice in life; and the failures of Noah, Jacob, and David help keep us tethered to the God of the Bible.

These stories and poems still speak to the brokenness of humans today, beckoning us into the arms of the God who made us and loves us even though we too are riddled with sin, hurt, and a longing to be loved. By working through the book of Ecclesiastes, we can let the Teacher's words seep into our hearts and shape our understanding of who God is and how he helps us navigate this upside-down world. This short and engaging book enables us to see how one part of the Old Testament--Ecclesiastes--can help us navigate a world in which things do not always turn out as they should.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Hendrickson Publishers
  • Publish Date: Apr 19th, 2022
  • Pages: 80
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.11in - 4.96in - 0.39in - 0.15lb
  • EAN: 9781683074168
  • Categories: • Christian Living - Personal Growth• Christian Ministry - Counseling & Recovery• Christian Ministry - Pastoral Resources

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