Am I Allowed to Enjoy My Life?
The Writings | Ecclesiastes 9 Can a serious Christian enjoy their life?
Can a serious Christian enjoy their life? With all of the suffering in the world, should I feel guilty for having a nice meal or going on vacation? Does being somber and serious make you more spiritual? In today's episode, Keith looks at Ecclesiastes 9, reminding us that God is the ultimate Giver who commands us to enjoy His gifts.
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Read MoreCan a serious Christian enjoy their life? With all of the suffering in the world, should I feel guilty for having a nice meal or going on vacation? Does being somber and serious make you more spiritual? In today's episode, Keith looks at Ecclesiastes 9, reminding us that God is the ultimate Giver who commands us to enjoy His gifts.
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Passages: Ecclesiastes 9

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Keith Simon
Keith Simon is the pastor and co-founder of The Crossing, a large, politically diverse church. He’s also a cultural commentator, has written for Newsweek and contributes his thoughts weekly on his top news commentary podcast, Truth Over Tribe. He's...
Read MoreKeith Simon is the pastor and co-founder of The Crossing, a large, politically diverse church. He’s also a cultural commentator, has written for Newsweek and contributes his thoughts weekly on his top news commentary podcast, Truth Over Tribe. He's the co-author of Truth Over Tribe, and Joyful Outsiders. Keith received a Master of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He and his wife, Christine, have four children.
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