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Dr. J. Vernon McGee

Ecclesiastes 5:7—6:12

February 13, 2024

Can money buy happiness? That’s the topic our teacher Dr. J. Vernon McGee explores as we continue the story of King Solomon in Ecclesiastes, chapters 5 and 6. 

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“Live for yourself! Do whatever it takes to be happy!”  That’s the state of mind we find King Solomon in as we continue our study of the Old Testament book of Ecclesiastes.  Will the philosophies of egotism or religion bring him the satisfaction he longs for? Find out as we journey through chapters 4 and 5.
February 12, 2024
“A Christian should be adventurous, tremendously interested in life, on the race course running for that prize which is Jesus Christ.” That’s what our teacher, Dr. J. Vernon McGee, says in response to King Solomon’s experiments with fatalism and egotism in Ecclesiastes chapters 3 and 4. Hop aboard the Bible Bus as we hear more about the foolishness of the supposedly wise king.
February 9, 2024
Fame, fortune, an unending list of friends. If you could have everything you ever wanted, would you be happy? That’s the question we explore in Ecclesiastes, chapters 2 and 3. Join us for the continuing saga of King Solomon’s quest for satisfaction apart from God.
February 8, 2024
King Solomon’s search for satisfaction continues in our study of Ecclesiastes 1 and 2. Follow along as we see the wise king foolishly look to wisdom and pleasure to bring him the fulfillment only a relationship with God can provide. 
February 7, 2024
“God’s answer to humanism.” That’s how Dr. J. Vernon McGee describes the book of Ecclesiastes. Our continuing study of chapter 1 takes us through the laws of nature, where we learn that despite King Solomon’s wisdom, the only thing that truly matters is when we receive Jesus Christ as our Savior.
February 6, 2024
“Man has tried to be happy without God, and this book shows the absurdity of the attempt.” That’s what we hear from Dr. J. Vernon McGee as we begin our study of Ecclesiastes. Join us for King Solomon’s dramatic account of the time he turned from God and looked for satisfaction in the world.
February 5, 2024
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me…” Really, all things? Discover the secret behind this promise that begins when you are where God wants you to be, doing His will, in His power. 
February 2, 2024
Want to know the secret to real contentment?  Make Christ the center of your life. If you spend time in the questionable things of this world, your life will lack meaning and power. Instead, invest time thinking about Jesus and His Word and your contentment will grow. A beautiful section of God’s Word. 
February 1, 2024
Worried about something today? Learn how to pray about it instead. We’ll learn in Philippians 4 how to exchange stress for strength and anxiety for thanksgiving. Best of all, you’ll experience the peace of God that He promises to everyone who entrusts Him with everything in their lives. Joy is the source of power; prayer is the secret of power.
January 31, 2024
“Rejoice in the Lord” is not a suggestion—it’s a commandment! Learn in this study of Philippians 4 how joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit and the source of power in the life of every Christian. 
January 30, 2024
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About Thru the Bible

Thru the Bible takes the listener through the entire Bible in just five years, threading back and forth between the Old and New Testaments. You can begin the study at any time. When we have concluded Revelation, we will start over again in Genesis, so if you are with us for five years you will not miss any part of the Bible. 

Other Thru the Bible Programs:
Thru the Bible - Minute with McGee
Thru the Bible - Questions & Answers
Thru the Bible - Sunday Sermon
Thru the Bible International
A Través de la Biblia 

About Dr. J. Vernon McGee

John Vernon McGee was born in Hillsboro, Texas, in 1904. Dr. McGee remarked, "When I was born and the doctor gave me the customary whack, my mother said that I let out a yell that could be heard on all four borders of Texas!" His Creator well knew that he would need a powerful voice to deliver a powerful message.

After completing his education (including a Th.M. and Th.D. from Dallas Theological Seminary), he and his wife came west, settling in Pasadena, California. Dr. McGee's greatest pastorate was at the historic Church of the Open Door in downtown Los Angeles, where he served from 1949 to 1970.

He began teaching Thru the Bible in 1967. After retiring from the pastorate, he set up radio headquarters in Pasadena, and the radio ministry expanded rapidly. Listeners never seem to tire of Dr. J. Vernon McGee's unique brand of rubber-meets-the-road teaching, or his passion for teaching the whole Word of God.

On the morning of December 1, 1988, Dr. McGee fell asleep in his chair and quietly passed into the presence of his Savior.

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