Whatever Your Hand Finds to Do

Solomon was a wise man to whom God granted a measure of wisdom far beyond that of any other. Most of the great “pearls of wisdom” given by other men through the ages can be found originally stated in the words God inspired Solomon to write. Thus, it is worthwhile for us to seek counsel from what he wrote.

It’s always profitable to evaluate ourselves - young and old alike. What are we doing? What can we do? What do we want to do? Where do we want to be? What are my strengths or weaknesses? How can I use my strengths and improve my weaknesses? Each of us, as citizens of God’s kingdom should consider all of these questions.

Back to Solomon. He wrote, by God’s inspiration, some words that we all should note very seriously. “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, where you are going.” (Ecclesiastes 9:10)

Consider three things from Solomon’s words.

This is personal. Your hand. You need to determine what your hand can do. Look for what you can do with your abilities. Evaluate yourself. We will each give account to God personally for how we have used what we have.

Do the work! “Do it”, Solomon says. Start! Nothing worthwhile gets done without someone starting it. Solomon says in verse 11, “The race is not to the swift…” First Corinthians 9:24 complements this. “Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may win.” Get in the race. Do the work - “with all your might.” Those who work for God win!

Now is the time! We’re all terminal. We’re going to die. Then there is nothing you can do. Those who have used their abilities serving God will rest from their labors. (Revelation 14:13) and death will be a blessing. Consider the alternative. Jesus said, “I must work the works of Him that sent me, while it is day for the night comes when no man can work.” (John 9:4)

Solomon is telling us to evaluate ourselves to find out what we can do and then do it before we die and wish we had. Another wise saying (author unknown) - “Progress begins with the belief that what is necessary is possible.” Think about that and what you can do for the kingdom of God where you are.

See you when the saints meet, Lord willing.

Love, Tony