Tell a child not to touch something, and what’s the first thing they want to do? Touch it. We’re not so different. From the beginning, humanity has resisted limits, pushing against the One who set them. But what if those limits weren’t restrictions—but protection?

Welcome to The Daily. We go through the bible verse-by-verse, chapter-by-chapter, every single day.

Our text today is Ecclesiastes 6:10.

Whatever has come to be has already been named, and it is known what man is, and that he is not able to dispute with one stronger than he. — Ecclesiastes 6:10

We don’t like limits. From childhood, we push against boundaries—testing rules, challenging authority, trying to take control. It’s human nature. We want life on our terms, our timeline, our way. But Ecclesiastes reminds us of something we don’t often consider—our limits are God’s protection.

From the very beginning, our identity was set. The name ādām—meaning “earth” or “dust”—reminds us we are created beings, not the Creator. We weren’t designed to dictate the course of history but to trust the One who does. Like dust in the wind, we can fight the current, but in the end, we don’t decide where we land. No matter how much we resist, we cannot contend with God and win.

But here’s the good news: We don’t have to. Surrender to the Sovereign. His limits are not meant to stifle us but to safeguard us. Every boundary He sets is an act of love. He sees what we cannot, knows what we don’t, and shields us from dangers we’d run straight into if left to ourselves.

The battle for control is exhausting. Worry, stress, and frustration pile up when we try to play God. But when we lay it all down at His feet, we find rest. Surrender isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom. It’s knowing that the One who shaped the universe can handle our lives far better than we ever could.

So today, let go. Open your hands, release your grip, and trust the One who holds all things together. The limits He sets aren’t meant to hold you back—they’re meant to keep you safe.

#TrustGod, #SurrenderToGod, #DailyBible

ASK THIS:

1. Why do we instinctively resist limits, even when they are for our good?
2. How does recognizing our limitations bring peace instead of frustration?
3. What’s one area of your life where you need to trust God’s control more?
4. How can surrendering to God’s will help you experience greater freedom?

DO THIS:

Let go of one thing today that you’ve been trying to control, and entrust it fully to God in prayer.

PRAY THIS:

Father, I confess my tendency to fight against Your boundaries. Help me to trust Your wisdom, surrender my need for control, and rest in Your perfect plan. Amen.

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Trust In God.

We fight to extend our lives—better health, more wealth, more years. But what if a longer life without joy is actually worse?

Welcome to The Daily. We go through the bible verse-by-verse, chapter-by-chapter, every single day.

Our text today is Ecclesiastes 6:3-6.

If a man fathers a hundred children and lives many years, so that the days of his years are many, but his soul is not satisfied with life's good things, and he also has no burial, I say that a stillborn child is better off than he. For it comes in vanity and goes in darkness, and in darkness its name is covered. Moreover, it has not seen the sun or known anything, yet it finds rest rather than he. Even though he should live a thousand years twice over, yet enjoy no good—do not all go to the one place? — Ecclesiastes 6:3-6

We often believe that more time, more success, and more family will bring us fulfillment. Solomon shatters that illusion. He paints a sobering picture: a man with everything—countless children, a long life—yet no satisfaction.

And then, he makes a shocking comparison. He says a stillborn child is better off. Why? Because that child never experiences the emptiness of a life filled with years but void of joy.

This is a brutal but necessary wake-up call. Life is not measured by how long we live or what we accumulate—it’s measured by whether we truly enjoy the good God gives us. You could have everything the world offers, yet if your soul is restless and unsatisfied, what’s the point?

First, seek joy in God, not in things. If possessions or experiences could satisfy, Solomon—who had everything—wouldn’t call life “vanity.” True joy is found in God alone.

Second, stop postponing joy. Don’t wait for some future achievement to bring contentment. Joy is found today, in the presence of Christ.

#TrueJoy, #EcclesiastesWisdom, #FindingSatisfaction

ASK THIS:

1. What worldly things do you tend to seek satisfaction in, and why do they fall short?
2. How does Solomon’s comparison to a stillborn child challenge your view of success?
3. What are small ways you can embrace joy in Christ today instead of postponing it?
4. How can you remind yourself daily that joy is found in God alone?

DO THIS:

Ask yourself: Am I seeking joy in God or in things? Shift your focus to Him in prayer and gratitude.

PRAY THIS:

Lord, help me to find my satisfaction in You, not in the things of this world. Teach me to embrace the joy You offer today. Amen.

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Stand In Your Love.

You work hard. You push forward. You strive for more. But when was the last time you actually enjoyed what God has already given you?

Welcome to The Daily. We go through the bible verse-by-verse, chapter-by-chapter, every single day.

Our text today is Ecclesiastes 5:19-20.

Everyone also to whom God has given wealth and possessions and power to enjoy them, and to accept his lot and rejoice in his toil—this is the gift of God. For he will not much remember the days of his life because God keeps him occupied with joy in his heart. — Ecclesiastes 5:19-20

We spend so much of our lives striving—chasing success, accumulating possessions, and seeking the next big thing. But Solomon, a man who literally had everything, tells us that the real gift isn’t the wealth itself. It’s the ability to enjoy it. To slow down and truly enjoy it. And that joy? That contentment? It’s not something you have earned from hard work alone—it’s a gift from God.

Notice again that Solomon doesn’t condemn wealth, possessions, or hard work. He acknowledges them as blessings from God. But they only become meaningful when we take the time to enjoy them. That power doesn’t come from the money itself—it comes from God. God gives us the ability to find joy in our work, to accept our place in life, and the opportunity to be present in the moment.

But verse 20 contains a powerful insight: The person who lives with God-given contentment doesn’t dwell on the hardships of life. Why? Because God fills his heart with joy. He’s not stuck in the past, weighed down by regrets. He’s not obsessed with an uncertain future. He’s fully engaged in the present because his joy isn’t rooted in circumstances—it’s anchored in God.

Are you constantly chasing more, or are you enjoying what God has already given? Are you restless, or do you have peace in your work and daily life? True joy isn’t found in what we own—it’s found in knowing the One who gives everything. Stop and enjoy him and his blessing to you today.

#JoyInChrist, #GodsBlessings, #Contentment

ASK THIS:

1. What are some gifts from God that you’ve taken for granted?
2. How can you practice contentment in your daily life today?
3. What is one way you can slow down and enjoy what God has provided?
4. How does anchoring your joy in God change your perspective on success?

DO THIS:

Pause today and thank God for at least three blessings you already have—then take time to truly enjoy them.

PRAY THIS:

Lord, help me to recognize and enjoy the blessings You have already given me instead of constantly chasing more. Fill my heart with joy that comes from You, not from my circumstances. Amen.

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I'll Give Thanks.

Work hard. Provide. Hustle. Grind.

We hear it everywhere—this idea that life is all about striving for the next thing. The next job, the next promotion, the next milestone. And yet, Solomon—one of the wealthiest, most accomplished men in history—pauses and says:

Enjoy today.

Welcome to The Daily. We go through the bible verse-by-verse, chapter-by-chapter, every single day.

Our text today is Ecclesiastes 5:18.

Behold, what I have seen to be good and fitting is to eat and drink and find enjoyment in all the toil with which one toils under the sun the few days of his life that God has given him, for this is his lot. — Ecclesiastes 5:18

Solomon isn’t saying, Forget hard work—just sit back and relax. He’s saying that in the middle of our toil, there’s joy to be found. The mistake many of us make? We push joy off into the future.

“Once I reach this goal, then I’ll be happy.”
“Once I retire, then I’ll enjoy life.”
“Once the kids are grown, then I’ll slow down.”

But what if God’s design isn’t just about reaching a destination? What if joy is meant to be found in the journey?

God designed work—it’s part of our purpose. But when work becomes our identity, we miss the simple gifts He’s placed right in front of us.

✔ Eat and drink. Enjoy the meals God provides. Slow down. Savor them.
✔ Find joy in your labor. Your work, no matter how big or small, is a gift from God.
✔ Live in the present. Tomorrow isn’t promised, but today is here. Be fully in it.

This verse is a reminder that life is short. It’s a few days that God has given us. That means today is not just something to get through—it’s something to receive.

#LiveFully #WorkIsAGift #JoyInTheJourney

ASK THIS:

1. Are you always striving for what’s next, or do you take time to enjoy where you are?
2. How often do you pause to appreciate the simple gifts of food, family, and meaningful work?
3. What would change if you stopped waiting for joy and started embracing it today?
4. How can you shift your mindset to see your daily work as a gift rather than a burden?

DO THIS:

At your next meal, pause before eating. Thank God—not just for the food, but for the work that made it possible. Then, enjoy it fully, without distraction or rush.

PRAY THIS:

Lord, teach me to find joy in the life You’ve given me—not just in the big moments, but in the simple, everyday blessings. Help me to see my work as a gift and to be fully present in the time You have entrusted to me. Amen.

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What A Gift.

Ever put everything into something, only to watch it crumble? A business deal, a retirement plan, an investment—all gone in a moment. Solomon calls this a grievous evil because he saw it happen time and time again.

Money was hoarded, but instead of bringing security, it brought ruin. Riches were lost in risky ventures. A father worked hard, yet had nothing to pass on to his son. And in the end? He left this world the same way he entered it—empty-handed.

Welcome to The Daily. We go through the bible verse-by-verse, chapter-by-chapter, every single day.

Our text today is Ecclesiastes 5:13-17.

There is a grievous evil that I have seen under the sun: riches were kept by their owner to his hurt, and those riches were lost in a bad venture. And he is father of a son, but he has nothing in his hand. As he came from his mother's womb he shall go again, naked as he came, and shall take nothing for his toil that he may carry away in his hand. This also is a grievous evil: just as he came, so shall he go, and what gain is there to him who toils for the wind? Moreover, all his days he eats in darkness in much vexation and sickness and anger. — Ecclesiastes 5:13-17

This text isn’t about wealth—it’s about what wealth does to you.

Solomon describes a man who spent his life chasing riches, only to lose them. But the real loss wasn’t the money. It was his peace. His joy. His purpose. He worked endlessly, yet it amounted to nothing.

That’s what happens when money owns you. It promises security but delivers stress. It promises freedom but demands your worship. It promises joy but leaves you toiling for the wind.

Hold wealth loosely. You came in with nothing, and you’ll leave with nothing. Use what you have for God’s purposes, not just your own gain.

Invest in what lasts. Money can be lost in a moment, but character, faith, and relationships have eternal value.

Live with peace, not fear. The man in Solomon’s story lived in darkness, sickness, and anger. But when our treasure is in Christ, we’re free from the anxiety wealth can bring.

#EternalInvestment #TrustGodNotMoney #TrueRiches

ASK THIS:

1. Have you ever held onto something so tightly that it ended up hurting you?
2. Do you find security in money, or in God’s provision?
3. Are you investing in things that last, or chasing after things that can disappear overnight?
4. How can you shift your focus today from earthly gain to eternal impact?

DO THIS:

Write down one financial goal you have. Then, ask yourself: Does this goal serve God’s kingdom or just my own comfort? If needed, adjust your mindset and priorities.

PRAY THIS:

Father, help me to see wealth for what it is—a tool, not a treasure. Keep me from chasing riches that fade and instead teach me to invest in what truly matters. May my heart be set on eternal things, not fleeting wealth. Amen.

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Alive.

More money. Bigger house. Better car.

Ever notice how the more we chase after things, the more we need? It’s a bottomless pit—one more raise, one more purchase, one more upgrade. And yet, the hunger never fades.

Solomon saw this firsthand. His conclusion? Wealth never satisfies.

Welcome to The Daily. We go through the bible verse-by-verse, chapter-by-chapter, every single day.

Our text today is Ecclesiastes 5:10-12.

He who loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves wealth with his income; this also is vanity. When goods increase, they increase who eat them, and what advantage has their owner but to see them with his eyes? Sweet is the sleep of a laborer, whether he eats little or much, but the full stomach of the rich will not let him sleep. — Ecclesiastes 5:10-12

Money is a tool, not a god.

But when we love it—when we live for it—it becomes a cruel master. It promises fulfillment but leaves us restless. It offers comfort but demands more. It makes us feel secure, yet we still fear losing it.

Solomon paints two pictures:

✔ The Laborer: He works hard. He sleeps well. He’s not consumed by getting more—he enjoys what he has.
✔ The Wealthy Hoarder: He has plenty but can’t sleep. Why? Because wealth comes with worry. The more you have, the more you fear losing it.

So what’s the solution?

Contentment.

Not in riches, but in the One who truly satisfies.

#TrueRiches #ContentmentInChrist #GodProvides

ASK THIS:

1. Do you view money as a tool or as something that defines your security and success?
2. Have you ever achieved a financial goal, only to find yourself wanting more?
3. Do you sleep in peace, or is your mind consumed with financial worries?
4. What’s one step you can take today to cultivate contentment in Christ rather than chasing wealth?

DO THIS:

Take five minutes today to thank God for what you already have. Then, identify one way you can be generous—whether through giving, serving, or simply appreciating what’s in front of you.

PRAY THIS:

Lord, You are my provider, and in You, I lack nothing. Free me from the love of money and the false promises of wealth. Teach me to find contentment in You alone and to steward my resources with wisdom and generosity. Amen.

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Provider.