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Welcome to Day 2367 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me.
This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom
Wisdom Nuggets – Ecclesiastes 4:7-12 Daily Wisdom
Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2367 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2367 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. Today, we’re diving into Ecclesiastes 4:7-12 from the New Living Translation. Ecclesiastes 4:7-12 (NLT): 7 I observed yet another example of something meaningless under the sun. 8 This is the case of a man who is all alone, without a child or a brother, yet who works hard to gain as much wealth as he can. But then he asks himself, “Who am I working for? Why am I giving up so much pleasure now?” It is all so meaningless and depressing. 9 Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. 10 If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble. 11 Likewise, two people lying close together can keep each other warm. But how can one be warm alone? 12 A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken. Meaninglessness of Solitude: Solomon begins by observing yet another example of something meaningless under the sun. He describes the case of a man who is all alone, without a child or a brother. Despite working hard to amass wealth, he finds himself asking, “Who am I working for? Why am I giving up so much pleasure now?” It all seems so meaningless and depressing. Strength in Unity: Solomon then contrasts the solitude of the individual with the strength found in companionship. He declares that two people are better off than one because they can help each other succeed. Support in Times of Trouble: He illustrates this by saying that if one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble. Warmth in Companionship: Solomon further emphasizes the benefits of companionship by noting that two people lying close together can keep each other warm. But how can one be warm alone? Protection in Numbers: Finally, Solomon highlights the protection found in numbers. He notes that a person standing alone can be easily attacked and defeated. But two can stand back-to-back and conquer. And he goes even further, saying that three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken. Key Takeaways: As we reflect on Solomon’s words, there are several key takeaways we can glean:- Meaninglessness of Solitude: Solomon observes that working alone and amassing wealth without companionship can lead to a sense of meaninglessness and depression.
- Strength in Unity: He extols the benefits of companionship, noting that two people are better off than one because they can help each other succeed.
- Support in Times of Trouble: Solomon emphasizes the importance of having someone to lean on in times of trouble, noting that a companion can provide support when we fall.
- Warmth in Companionship: He illustrates the warmth and comfort found in companionship, contrasting it with the coldness of solitude.
- Protection in Numbers: Finally, Solomon highlights the protection found in numbers, noting that there is strength in standing together with others.
- Live Abundantly (Fully)
- Love Unconditionally
- Listen Intentionally
- Learn Continuously
- Lend to others Generously
- Lead with Integrity
- Leave a Living Legacy Each Day
Transcripts
This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom
Wisdom Nuggets – Ecclesiastes 4:7-12 Daily Wisdom
dom-Trek Podcast Script - Day: hamberlain, and we are on Day:In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. Today, we’re diving into Ecclesiastes 4:7-12 from the New Living Translation.
Ecclesiastes 4:7-12 (NLT):
7 I observed yet another example of something meaningless under the sun.
8 This is the case of a man who is all alone, without a child or a brother, yet who works hard to gain as much wealth as he can. But then he asks himself, “Who am I working for? Why am I giving up so much pleasure now?” It is all so meaningless and depressing.
9 Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed.
10 If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble.
11 Likewise, two people lying close together can keep each other warm. But how can one be warm alone?
12 A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken.
Meaninglessness of Solitude:
Solomon begins by observing yet another example of something meaningless under the sun. He describes the case of a man who is all alone, without a child or a brother. Despite working hard to amass wealth, he finds himself asking, “Who am I working for? Why am I giving up so much pleasure now?” It all seems so meaningless and depressing.
Strength in Unity:
Solomon then contrasts the solitude of the individual with the strength found in companionship. He declares that two people are better off than one because they can help each other succeed.
Support in Times of Trouble:
He illustrates this by saying that if one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble.
Warmth in Companionship:
Solomon further emphasizes the benefits of companionship by noting that two people lying close together can keep each other warm. But how can one be warm alone?
Protection in Numbers:
Finally, Solomon highlights the protection found in numbers. He notes that a person standing alone can be easily attacked and defeated. But two can stand back-to-back and conquer. And he goes even further, saying that three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken.
Key Takeaways:
As we reflect on Solomon’s words, there are several key takeaways we can glean:
Meaninglessness of Solitude: Solomon observes that working alone and amassing wealth without companionship can lead to a sense of meaninglessness and depression.
Strength in Unity: He extols the benefits of companionship, noting that two people are better off than one because they can help each other succeed.
Support in Times of Trouble: Solomon emphasizes the importance of having someone to lean on in times of trouble, noting that a companion can provide support when we fall.
Warmth in Companionship: He illustrates the warmth and comfort found in companionship, contrasting it with the coldness of solitude.
Protection in Numbers: Finally, Solomon highlights the protection found in numbers, noting that there is strength in standing together with others.
Conclusion:
So, as we journey through life, let’s remember the value of companionship and unity. Let’s seek to build strong relationships and surround ourselves with people who can support us in times of trouble. And let’s never underestimate the strength that comes from standing together with others.
Join me next time as we continue our trek through the book of Ecclesiastes.
Until then, keep seeking wisdom, keep building strong relationships, and keep making a positive impact on the world around you.
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As we take this Trek together, let us always:
Live Abundantly (Fully)
Love Unconditionally
Listen Intentionally
Learn Continuously
Lend to others Generously
Lead with Integrity
Leave a Living Legacy Each Day
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