How many sermon illustrations are there for the book of Ecclesiastes?

IllustrateTheWord has 170 sermon illustrations referencing Ecclesiastes, across all 12 chapters. Most are free to browse and preview.

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Up: The Adventure of Ordinary Life (John 10:10)

Carl Fredricksen spent his whole life saving for an adventure with his wife Ellie—to Paradise Falls. She died before they could go. So Carl ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies there alone, honoring his promise. But he...

John 10:10Universaladventure

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WALL-E: It Is Not Good to Be Alone (Genesis 2:18)

WALL-E is the last robot on Earth, compacting trash after humanity fled. He's developed something unexpected: a personality, curiosity, loneliness. He collects treasures from the garbage. He watches old musicals and dreams of holding hands. Then EVE arrives—sleek, modern, purposeful.

Genesis 2:18Universallonelinesslove

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Jiro Dreams of Sushi: Working as Unto the Lord (Colossians 3:23)

In Jiro Dreams of Sushi, 85-year-old Jiro Ono has made sushi for over sixty years. His restaurant has three Michelin stars. He still wakes early, still perfects his craft, still dreams of better sushi.

Colossians 3:23Universalvocationexcellence

Historical

The Eyes That Overcome Christ's Heart

Yet understand: there is no opposition between Christ and His people requiring conquest.

Ecclesiastes 5:5UniversalChrist's affection for the Churchthe power of earnest prayer

Historical

Christ Jesus as a Bundle of Myrrh: Incomparable Precious

Nothing gives the believer such joy as fellowship with Christ.

Ecclesiastes 11:13UniversalChrist's incomparable worthjoy in suffering

Historical

The Church as Christ's Undefiled Dove: Unity and Protection

The Church is compared to a dove through ten striking parallels.

Ecclesiastes 5:9UniversalChurch unityChrist's lordship

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Remember the Titans: Building Each Other Up (1 Thessalonians 5:11)

In Remember the Titans, Coach Boone forces his racially divided football team to room together, eat together, learn each other's stories. Gary and Julius—white captain and Black leader—start as enemies and become brothers.

1 Thessalonians 5:11Universalencouragementunity

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Steel Magnolias: Weeping with Those Who Weep (John 11:35)

In Steel Magnolias, M'Lynn holds her daughter Shelby as she dies from diabetic complications. At the funeral, M'Lynn's rage explodes. Then her friends surround her—crying, laughing, holding her. At Lazarus's grave, Jesus did not explain; he grieved. M'Lynn's friends do...

John 11:35Universalgriefcommunity

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Stand By Me: Two Are Better Than One (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10)

In Stand By Me, four 12-year-old boys walk twenty miles to find a dead body. The journey isn't really about the body—it's about friendship forged in shared adventure. Gordie, the narrator, reflects: "I never had any friends later on like...

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10Universalfriendshipyouth

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Rush: Iron Sharpens Iron (Proverbs 27:17)

In Rush, James Hunt and Niki Lauda are rivals who despise each other—and make each other better. Hunt's recklessness pushes Lauda's precision; Lauda's discipline challenges Hunt's chaos. Neither would be champion without the other. As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.

Proverbs 27:17Universalrivalrysharpening

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127 Hours: Pity Anyone Who Falls Alone (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10)

In 127 Hours, Aron Ralston is trapped alone in a canyon, arm pinned by a boulder. For five days he faces death in isolation. The film flashes to memories of community he took for granted—family, friends, a woman he loved carelessly.

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10Universalisolationcommunity

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Ecclesiastes 3 — Anabaptist (edgy)

Ecclesiastes 3: In the way of Jesus, it doesn’t flatter us—calls the community to costly discipleship and peaceable witness.

Ecclesiastes 3AnabaptistTimeProvidence

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Ecclesiastes 3 — Traditional (classic)

Ecclesiastes 3: In the Church’s witness, it calls us to repent, believe, and walk in holy obedience.

Ecclesiastes 3TraditionalTimeProvidence

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Ecclesiastes 3 — Missional (edgy)

Ecclesiastes 3: In God’s mission, it doesn’t flatter us—sends the Church to embody the Kingdom in word and deed.

Ecclesiastes 3MissionalTimeProvidence

LensLines™

Ecclesiastes 3 — Traditional (pastoral)

Ecclesiastes 3: In the Church’s witness, it meets us gently—calls us to repent, believe, and walk in holy obedience.

Ecclesiastes 3TraditionalTimeProvidence

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Ecclesiastes 3 — Reformed (edgy)

Ecclesiastes 3: Under God’s sovereignty, it doesn’t flatter us—magnifies grace and summons covenant faithfulness to God’s glory.

Ecclesiastes 3ReformedTimeProvidence

LensLines™

Ecclesiastes 3 — Reformed (classic)

Ecclesiastes 3: Under God’s sovereignty, it magnifies grace and summons covenant faithfulness to God’s glory.

Ecclesiastes 3ReformedTimeProvidence

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Ecclesiastes 3 — Charismatic (pastoral)

Ecclesiastes 3: In Spirit-led life, it meets us gently—stirs hunger for God’s presence and empowered ministry.

Ecclesiastes 3CharismaticTimeProvidence

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Ecclesiastes 3 — Dispensational (pastoral)

Ecclesiastes 3: In God’s unfolding plan, it meets us gently—clarifies the times and calls us to readiness and hope.

Ecclesiastes 3DispensationalTimeProvidence

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Ecclesiastes 3 — Missional (pastoral)

Ecclesiastes 3: In God’s mission, it meets us gently—sends the Church to embody the Kingdom in word and deed.

Ecclesiastes 3MissionalTimeProvidence

LensLines™

Ecclesiastes 3 — Traditional (edgy)

Ecclesiastes 3: In the Church’s witness, it doesn’t flatter us—calls us to repent, believe, and walk in holy obedience.

Ecclesiastes 3TraditionalTimeProvidence

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Ecclesiastes 3 — Universal (pastoral)

Ecclesiastes 3: In context, it meets us gently—calls us to live the text’s core truth with integrity.

Ecclesiastes 3UniversalTimeProvidence

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Ecclesiastes 3 — Anglican (edgy)

Ecclesiastes 3: With Scripture, Tradition, and Reason, it doesn’t flatter us—forms faithful worship and thoughtful public witness.

Ecclesiastes 3AnglicanTimeProvidence

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Ecclesiastes 3 — Baptist (edgy)

Ecclesiastes 3: In soul liberty before God, it doesn’t flatter us—calls for personal faith that bears public fruit.

Ecclesiastes 3BaptistTimeProvidence

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