When we are in need, we prefer to think of a deliverance that works like the cavalry coming at the last minute while giving complete and immediate relief. God does not always work this way. Even deliverance may involve struggles and battles

Scriptural suggestions on how to deal with work stress and overload.

We always hear of the benefits of education. The Bible tells us what it cannot do.

Do you close your prayers in Jesus' name? Why is it important to pray in His name? Why is simply saying the words not enough?

Solomon had more than we could ever imagine and still did not find peace or joy. Why do possessions not bring happiness? What should our attitude be toward the things of this world?

What would our life be like if nothing existed beyond the world we see? What if all we had was under the sun? How would this change our life, our hopes, our dreams?

Are you undergoing judgment right now? Are you heading for certain judgment because of stubborn disobedience to God? Then repent of your sins and seek God

What are the things that are most important to you? Judge them by the vanity factor. Do they satisfy? Will they last? How does God view them?

We are so limited in our understanding by having the world in our hearts. Yet God is working all things together to the good of His own people and purposes.

This chapter has three major sections. First (v.1-8), God reproves His people for their sins and proclaims the separation these sins have made between them and their God. Second (v.9-15), the people despair of their condition and repent of their sins. Third (v.16-21), God raises up a Redeemer who delivers Israel from the enemy. God Himself will defend His people.