VANITY UPON VANITY Ecclesiastes 1:2 — “Vanity of vanities, saith the Preacher, vanity of vanities; all is vanity.” Life without God is empty, no matter how successful or wealthy one may appear. King Solomon, the wisest and richest man in his time, after tasting the pleasures, wealth, and achievements of life, came to a painful conclusion — “All is vanity.” Many today pursue money, fame, power, and pleasure, but forget the One who gave them life. They build houses but neglect the house of God. They invest in worldly gain but fail to invest in eternal treasures. 1. The Meaning of Vanity The word vanity means “emptiness,” “futility,” or “meaningless.” Without God, everything we do has no eternal value. Psalm 39:5 — “Verily every man at his best state is altogether vanity.” Matthew 16:26 — “For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?” 2. The Futility of Earthly Pursuit No matter how much a man acquires — cars, lands, titles, or wealth — he cannot take them beyond the grave. 1 Timothy 6:7 — “For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.” Luke 12:15 — “A man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.” The sad reality is that many people serve money, but money cannot save them when death calls. 3. The Purpose of Life God created man for His glory — to serve, love, and worship Him. Isaiah 43:7 — “Even every one that is called by my name: for I have created him for my glory.” When we live without fulfilling God’s purpose, our life becomes vanity. 4. The Call to Use Your Wealth and Time for God God blesses us so that we can bless others and advance His kingdom. 2 Corinthians 9:11 — “Being enriched in everything to all bountifulness, which causeth through us thanksgiving to God.” Your money, skills, and resources are not for pride but for purpose — to serve God and humanity. THE STORY OF MR. ADEWALE DYNASTY There was once a man named Mr. Adewale, a very rich businessman known throughout the city. He had mansions, cars, and businesses everywhere. But he never gave to the church, never supported the poor, and never used his wealth to glorify God. When people asked him for help, he would say, “I worked hard for my money; let others work too.” Years later, he fell ill. All his money could not buy health. He was rushed to different hospitals, but none could save him. On his deathbed, he whispered, “All is vanity… I spent all my life making money, but I never made peace with God.” After his death, his wealth caused confusion among his children, and his name was soon forgotten. He left behind riches that could not follow him to eternity. Beloved, life without God is vanity. Your car, your house, your career — all will fade away one day. What will remain is your relationship with God and the impact you made for His kingdom. Live each day with eternity in mind. Serve God with your time, your resources, and your heart. Let your life count for something eternal. Pray This PRAYER Lord, teach me to number my days that I may apply my heart unto wisdom. Help me not to waste my life on vanity, but to use my time, wealth, and strength to serve You in Jesus’ name. Amen. Pastor Abiodun Kadri Your love can go where you can’t. Every gift you give sends food, hope, and faith to those in need. Click here to SUPPORT: https://flutterwave.com/donate/1gkr3px8m1u0 #VanityUponVanity #LifeWithoutGodIsEmpty #ServeGod #EternalValue #ChristianMessage #GospelTruth #KingdomPurpose #FaithfulLiving #HeavenlyFocus #WisdomFromSolomon