In this passage, Solomon presents two examples of people who appear to be winning in life but are actually losing because they live apart from God. The first is a man with wealth, possessions, and honor, yet no ability to enjoy them—strangers end up benefiting instead. The second is a man with a long life and a huge family, but his soul is empty of love for what is good. He dies unloved and without honor, leaving no true legacy. Both lives illustrate that success by the world’s standards—riches, fame, longevity, or family—becomes meaningless without a relationship with God. Solomon’s lesson is that life is not about how far or fast we go in the race, but about balance—living with satisfaction, gratitude, and obedience to God. True meaning begins with Jesus Christ, who gives life to our years and enables us to enjoy God’s gifts with purpose and joy.
Revising the Rules of the Race
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