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Ecclesiastes 11:1 encourages casting bread upon the waters, suggesting generosity and trust in future returns. Luke 6:38 echoes this principle, teaching that giving will result in receiving, pressed down and running over.
Thematic focusGenerosity, Trust in God's Provision.
Ecclesiastes 11:5 speaks of the mystery of God's works, likening it to not knowing the path of the wind. John 3:8 uses the wind as a metaphor for the Spirit, emphasizing the mysterious and sovereign work of God.
Thematic focusMystery of God's Work, Sovereignty of God.
Ecclesiastes 11:6 advises sowing seed in the morning and evening, trusting in God's timing for growth. Galatians 6:9 encourages believers not to grow weary in doing good, for in due season they will reap if they do not give up.
Thematic focusPerseverance, Trust in God's Timing.
Ecclesiastes 11:9 encourages rejoicing in youth but reminds of judgment. 2 Corinthians 5:10 reinforces this by stating that all must appear before Christ's judgment seat to receive what is due for actions done in the body.
Thematic focusJoy, Accountability, Judgment.