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Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 · WEB
1For everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven:
2A time to be born, And a time to die; A time to plant, And a time to pluck up that which is planted;
3A time to kill, And a time to heal; A time to break down, And a time to build up;
4A time to weep, And a time to laugh; A time to mourn, And a time to dance;
5A time to cast away stones, And a time to gather stones together; A time to embrace, And a time to refrain from embracing;
6A time to seek, And a time to lose; A time to keep, And a time to cast away;
7A time to tear, And a time to sew; A time to keep silence, And a time to speak;
8A time to love, And a time to hate; A time for war, And a time for peace.
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Left Behind: Prophetic Times and Seasons - Dispensational (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8)
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Harriet: Freedom's Season Comes - Black Church (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8)
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Evening Prayer: Diversity & Inclusion
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause to reflect on Diversity and Inclusion in my life today, I find myself drawn to the timeless words of Ecclesiastes 3:1-8. "For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under...
The Youth Culture & Faith Challenge
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Modern Examples of Repentance
In our rapidly changing world, the concept of repentance can feel daunting, almost foreign. Yet, it is in these very challenges that we uncover profound opportunities for renewal and transformation. Like the characters of the Bible who wrestled with their...
This Is Us: Seasons of Life - Traditional (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8)
In the beloved series *This Is Us*, we journey through the intricate tapestry of the Pearson family’s life, where every laughter, tear, and quiet moment serves as a poignant reminder of the seasons we all experience. Picture Jack and Rebecca,...
Selma: A Time for Justice - Progressive (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8)
As we reflect on the wisdom of Ecclesiastes 3—“a time to tear down and a time to build”—let’s journey back to the streets of Selma, Alabama, in the spring of 1965. Picture the oppressive heat of that day, the sun...
Les Misérables: Seasons of Sanctification - Wesleyan (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8)
As we journey through life, we often find ourselves in seasons that echo the poignant struggles and triumphs of Jean Valjean in *Les Misérables*. Picture Valjean standing at the edge of a dark alley, the weight of his past heavy...
The Passion of the Christ: Christ's Time Fulfilled - Christocentric (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8)
Imagine you’re in a bustling city, a place like New York, where the energy is palpable. The streets are alive with the rhythm of life, a symphony composed of honking horns, laughter, and the soft murmur of conversations. As the...
When Social Media & Faith Meets Faith
In a world buzzing with notifications and likes, social media has become a sprawling marketplace, much like the temple courts where merchants once exchanged goods. Amid this cacophony, we can lose sight of our purpose, caught in endless cycles of...
Prayerful Repentance
Dear Heavenly Father, As I take a moment to reflect on the profound mystery of repentance in my life today, I am drawn to the wisdom of Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, where we learn that there is a time for everything—a time...
Quiet Time: Social Justice & Christianity
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause and reflect on the intersection of Social Justice and Christianity in my life, I am drawn to the profound wisdom found in Ecclesiastes 3:1-8. This passage reminds us that there is a time for...
The Social Media & Faith Challenge
In our fast-paced digital age, social media has evolved into the modern marketplace where ideas, dreams, and sometimes, our very identities are exchanged. Picture the temple courts of Jesus’ time: merchants shouting, coins clinking, and the hustle and bustle drowning...
Up: Adventure Is Out There (Isaiah 43:18-19)
In Pixar's beloved film *Up*, we meet Carl and Ellie, a spirited couple whose dreams of adventure are beautifully encapsulated in their shared aspiration to reach Paradise Falls. With each passing year, their hopes are tested by the unpredictability of...
The Climate Change & Stewardship Challenge
In the heart of a bustling city, a youth leader named David stood on the steps of his church, gazing at the cracked pavement and the sparse greenery struggling to survive. For too long, he had watched the world turn...
Morning Meditation: Healthcare & Healing Ministry
Dear Heavenly Father, As I sit quietly this morning, I am drawn to the profound wisdom of Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, where Your Word reminds us that there is a time for everything under heaven. In this sacred rhythm of life, I...
Quiet Time: Online Church & Community
Dear Heavenly Father, As I sit quietly, contemplating the rhythms of my life, I am drawn to the profound truth in Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, where we are reminded that there is a time for everything under heaven—a time to weep, a...
Evening Prayer: Money
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause in the stillness of this evening, I am reminded of the profound truths nestled within Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, where the seasons of life are laid bare before us. There is a time for everything, even...
Boyhood: The Moments Seize Us (James 4:14)
In the film *Boyhood*, director Richard Linklater embarked on an extraordinary journey—filming the same actors over twelve years to capture the raw essence of growing up. Imagine the screen bathed in the soft light of a Texas sunset, the laughter...
Contemplating Providence
As I stand before you today, I’m filled with the beauty of the seasons, not just in nature but in our very lives. Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 tells us, “For everything, there is a season, and a time for every matter under...
Contemplating Forgiveness
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause to contemplate the profound gift of forgiveness, I find myself reflecting on the timeless wisdom of *Ecclesiastes 3:1-8*, where the writer beautifully captures the rhythm of life, declaring that there is “a time for...
Quiet Time: Youth Culture & Faith
Dear Heavenly Father, As I stand on the threshold of this moment, I am reminded of the wisdom woven throughout Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, where the author reflects on the rhythm of life: the seasons of joy, sorrow, chaos, and peace. In...
Traditional Lens Commentary: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
We read Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 as a powerful reminder of God's sovereign orchestration of time and events in our lives. The passage's 'time for everything' underscores our belief in divine providence, where God has ordained every season for His purposes, reflecting His wisdom and timing. The rhythm of t
Contemplating Advent
As we journey through this sacred season of Advent, I invite you to pause and breathe deeply, allowing the weight of Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 to wash over you. The writer proclaims, “There is a time for everything, and a season for...