Ecclesiastes has much to say to any thinking person who seriously questions the meaning and purpose of life in a universe that has little or no place for the God who created it. The writer leaves no stone unturned as he pursues his quest. Philosophy, power, politics, pleasure, and education are all carefully explored. Here is a man who appears to have everything – yet discovers that he has nothing. Ecclesiastes is a book for modern man to read and digest – resonating with the sense of despair felt by many trapped in a materialistic world where time is rapidly running out – yet continually offering glimpses of hope, before unveiling the true meaning of life that can only be found in a living relationship with God.
Author details:
Jim Winter has been an evangelical pastor in England for over twenty years and has preached and lectured in the U.K., USA and South East Asia. After a long period of ministry in London’s inner city, he now lives and works in West Sussex. He and his wife, Marie, have two sons. He is the author of Depression: a rescue plan and Travel with William Booth, also published by Day One.
Readership suitability:
Believers who want to study the Scriptures at a comfortable level without being overwhelmed by excessive detail;
Individuals, families, small groups
Additional notes:
‘Jim Winter’s work on Ecclesiastes provides faithful, informed exposition, and sensitive and relevant application. His style is straightforward and engaging throughout, and the format, promoting follow-up study and discussion, is a further strength. It is a pleasure to commend this exposition to a wide readership.’
– Bruce Milne, Former Senior Minister, First Baptist Church, Vancouver
‘In this competent guide to this often misunderstood and misquoted book, Jim Winter, by means of reliable interpretation, apt illustrations and judicious quotes, repeatedly points us to life above the horizontal, to ‘life in the Son’. Like me, you will find here a book to inform the mind, warm the heart and challenge the will to live a life with real ‘Meaning’—life in Christ!’
– Dr Steve Brady, Principal, Moorlands College, Christchurch
ISBN: 1903087864
Catalogue code: N/A
Publisher: DAY ONE - published 15/07/2005
Format: Paperback