The Illusion of Affluence
Losing Your Illusions
Lessons from Ecclesiastes
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Sermon Text:
Ecclesiastes 5:1-7
“Our civilization promises happiness through the increase and consumption of an endless stream of shiny new products… but the promise is always false.”
– Al Gore, 1992, Earth in Balance
“We will increase the U.S. economy (i.e. consumption) by 30% in 10 years.”
– Al Gore, 1996, Vice-presidential debate
Reflection Points
- What struck you this morning? Why this?
- Have you come down with “affluenza”?
- What would it mean for you to be content in God?
- What do you need to loosen your grip on?
- How could contentment in God allow you to enjoy His gifts?