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Welcome to Day 2387 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets \u2013 Ecclesiastes 9:9-18\xa0Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2387 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2387 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. In today\u2019s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. Today, we continue our expedition through the book of Ecclesiastes. We\u2019ll be delving into Ecclesiastes 9:9-18 from the New Living Translation. These verses provide deep insights into the enjoyment of life, the reality of death, the value of wisdom, and the unpredictable nature of human endeavors. Let\u2019s embark on this trek together and uncover the timeless truths that Solomon shares with us. Ecclesiastes 9:9-18 (NLT): 9 Live happily with the woman you love through all the meaningless days of life that God has given you under the sun. The wife God gives you is your reward for all your earthly toil. 10 Whatever you do, do well. For when you go to the grave, there will be no work or planning or knowledge or wisdom. 11 I have observed something else under the sun. The fastest runner doesn\u2019t always win the race, and the strongest warrior doesn\u2019t always win the battle. The wise sometimes go hungry, and the skillful are not necessarily wealthy. And those who are educated don\u2019t always lead successful lives. It is all decided by chance, by being in the right place at the right time. 12 People can never predict when hard times might come. Like fish in a net or birds in a trap, people are caught by sudden tragedy. 13 Here is another bit of wisdom that has impressed me as I have watched the way our world works. 14 There was a small town with only a few people, and a great king came with his army and besieged it. 15 A poor, wise man knew how to save the town, and so it was rescued. But afterward no one thought to thank him. 16 So even though wisdom is better than strength, those who are wise will be despised if they are poor. What they say will not be appreciated for long. 17 Better to hear the quiet words of a wise person than the shouts of a foolish king. 18 Better to have wisdom than weapons of war, but one sinner can destroy much that is good. The Enjoyment of Life: Solomon starts this passage by emphasizing the importance of enjoying life, particularly in the context of relationships. In verse 9, he says, \u201cLive happily with the woman you love through all the meaningless days of life that God has given you under the sun. The wife God gives you is your reward for all your earthly toil.\u201d This highlights the significance of finding joy in the companionship of a loved one. Amidst the struggles and uncertainties of life, love and companionship are precious gifts from God. They provide solace and joy, making life\u2019s toil more bearable and meaningful. In verse 10, Solomon advises, \u201cWhatever you do, do well. For when you go to the grave, there will be no work or