Radiant Faces, Resilient Faith: Wisdom in a World of Injustice

Pastor Funmi Ojetayo

Text: Ecclesiastes 8
 
Big Idea: In a complex and confusing world, wisdom from God grants us radiant appearances, respectful submission, resilient trust, and rejoicing hearts.

1. Wisdom’s Radiance (v. 1)
    * Wisdom transforms our countenance, visibly showing God’s grace and joy.
2. Wisdom’s Respect (vv. 2–9)
    * Wisdom rightly relates to authority, discerning obedience as submission ultimately to God.
3. Wisdom’s Resolve (vv. 10–14)
    * Wisdom trusts God’s justice, remaining steadfast amid apparent injustice.
4. Wisdom’s Rejoicing (v. 15)
    * Wisdom finds genuine joy and delight in the daily life God graciously gives.