Ecclesiastes 9:17-18
17 The words of the wise heard in quietness are better than the shouting of a ruler among fools. 18 Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but one sinner destroys much good.
Message: Short-term Setbacks, Long-term Gain
Time: Solomon's authorship is not stated. Solomon's reign as king of Israel lasted from around 970 B.C. to around
930 B.C. The Book of Ecclesiastes was likely written towards the end of
his reign, approximately 935 B.C
What the Lord is Saying: This is sort of a tough set of verses, because while the verse mentions words of the wise and the great benefit of those spoken words, in our society right now it seems that wisdom doesn't always win out. More and more I notice the media centered society in which we live in. Too much is put on the importance of all types of media, what the news says and then social media. It is more woven into our framework than ever before and we are being redefined, not by the principles of Truth but by the message of the world. It concerns me, not only for the world, but also for my family.
This pattern seems to mention that the shouting of a ruler among fools is louder that the words of the wise heard in quietness and yet the latter is better, as we know. We need to garner high esteem for wisdom. Divine wisdom is better (stronger) than weapons of war, but one sinner may inflict much harm on God's people with these weapons (v. 18). Overall, it is a subtle thing that seems to be occurring in life, but over time it is shaping society.
Promise: The words of the wise mean more in this life.
Prayer: Lord help me to always remember that your truths outshine and mean more than societies, even as they are voiced louder at times than wise words. Help me to stand on your promises and not lose sight of them. I can trust you and my relationship with You is what matters most. Change hearts and train me and my family to be tuned into you and your ways. Make us people of meaning.
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