Read: Ecclesiastes 9-12

Today’s Passage: Ecclesiastes 11:5

Often, we believe that what we know about life, the world, and even God is complete and absolute. Some even try to explain the nature of God as if they have Him all figured out. Even worse, some try to dictate what God will and will not do based simply on what makes sense to them. The truth is, we do not know God or the mind of God apart from He tells us. Scripture teaches that we cannot fully comprehend God or His ways. As Isaiah 55:8 says, “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord.”

Ecclesiastes speaks often about the idea of vanity, describing it as ‘grasping at the wind.’ This image shows the futility of trying to do the impossible—like understanding every detail of God’s plan. Vanity can also mean having an inflated pride in oneself, thinking we have it all figured out. In reality, what we know about God is limited. This should not discourage us but rather inspire us to seek Him more deeply. Paul encourages us in Ephesians 3:19 to “know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge,” showing that true knowledge of God goes beyond mere facts.

We might know a lot about God. We might know Bible stories, historical facts, or even be able to explain where and why things happened. But knowing Bible trivia will not save us. It’s possible to know facts about God without truly knowing Him. Faith is not built on mere information; it’s built on a relationship. Knowledge of the Bible is important, and we should strive to grow in it, but more importantly, we are called to live out what we learn.

The Bible is the written Word of God. It records how He interacted with His people throughout history. The Old Testament points forward to the coming Redeemer, while the New Testament reveals that the Redeemer has come—Jesus Christ. As Matthew 11:27 teaches, only through Jesus can we truly come to know the Father.

God’s original plan was for all of us to live in perfect fellowship with Him. Sin disrupted that plan because sin cannot exist in God’s presence. This is why Adam and Eve were removed from the garden. The only righteousness that can save us is the righteousness God provides through Jesus Christ (Romans 3:22). Through Jesus, we see the unfailing love of God (John 3:16-17) and His desire to do what is best for us.

As we reflect on our lives, let’s ask ourselves: Do we merely know about God, or do we truly know Him? Let us seek a deeper relationship with Him, trusting not in our own understanding, but in His perfect plan.