Movatterモバイル変換

Genesis 12:19
Why saidst thou, Sheis my sister? so I might have taken her to me to wife: now therefore behold thy wife, takeher, and go thy way.

Mark 7:29
And he said unto her, For this saying go thy way; the devil is gone out of thy daughter.

John 4:50
Jesus saith unto him, Go thy way; thy son liveth. And the man believed the word that Jesus had spoken unto him, and he went his way.

eat

Ecclesiastes 2:24-26
There is nothing better for a man,than that he should eat and drink, andthat he should make his soul enjoy good in his labour. This also I saw, that itwas from the hand of God…

Ecclesiastes 3:12,13
I know thatthere is no good in them, but fora man to rejoice, and to do good in his life…

Ecclesiastes 5:18
Beholdthat which I have seen:it is good and comelyfor one to eat and to drink, and to enjoy the good of all his labour that he taketh under the sun all the days of his life, which God giveth him: for itis his portion.

for

Genesis 4:4,5
And Abel, he also brought of the firstlings of his flock and of the fat thereof. And the LORD had respect unto Abel and to his offering: …

Exodus 24:8-11
And Moses took the blood, and sprinkledit on the people, and said, Behold the blood of the covenant, which the LORD hath made with you concerning all these words…

Luke 11:41
But rather give alms of such things as ye have; and, behold, all things are clean unto you.

Eat your bread with joy
Eating bread symbolizes the basic sustenance of life. In ancient Israel, bread was a staple, representing God's provision (Exodus 16:4). The emphasis on joy suggests a heart of gratitude and contentment, echoing the sentiment found inPhilippians 4:11-13, where Paul speaks of being content in all circumstances. This joy is not merely emotional but a deep-seated satisfaction in God's provision.

And drink your wine with a cheerful heart
Wine in biblical times was a common beverage, often associated with celebration and blessing (Psalm 104:15). The cheerful heart indicates a state of inner peace and satisfaction, which is a gift from God (Proverbs 17:22). This phrase encourages believers to enjoy God's gifts responsibly, reflecting the joy of the Lord as their strength (Nehemiah 8:10).

For God has already approved your works
This assurance of divine approval suggests that God delights in His creation enjoying life within His ordained boundaries. It reflects the biblical principle that God takes pleasure in the well-being of His servants (Psalm 35:27). Theologically, it points to the idea that righteous living, in accordance with God's will, is pleasing to Him (Hebrews 13:16). This approval is not based on human merit but on living in alignment with God's purposes, reminiscent of the approval seen in the life of Jesus, who always did what pleased the Father (John 8:29).

• The verse begins with a simple command—“Go”—calling us to active, intentional living rather than passivity (cf.James 1:22;Matthew 28:19).

• It is an invitation to step out, embrace the day, and walk in the good works God prepared beforehand (Ephesians 2:10).

• By starting with movement, Solomon signals that godly enjoyment is not accidental; it is pursued in faith and obedience.

• Bread represents daily provision (Matthew 6:11). Receiving it “with joy” reflects gratitude, like the psalmist who declares, “You will eat the fruit of your labor—blessings and prosperity will be yours” (Psalm 128:2).

• Joy is appropriate because God Himself supplies the bread (Psalm 104:27–28); therefore, eating becomes an act of worship (1 Corinthians 10:31).

• Practical takeaways:

– Give thanks before meals.

– Enjoy ordinary food without guilt or grumbling (Philippians 2:14).

– Recognize daily bread as a fresh evidence of God’s faithfulness (Lamentations 3:22–23).

• Wine, in Scripture, is a symbol of gladness (Psalm 104:14–15) and covenant celebration (John 2:1–11).

• “A cheerful heart is good medicine” (Proverbs 17:22), so Solomon commends moderate, wholesome enjoyment—never excess (Ephesians 5:18).

• Biblical boundaries guard the blessing:

– Use wine medicinally or socially without stumbling others (1 Timothy 5:23;Romans 14:21).

– Let every sip remind you of Christ’s promised banquet (Matthew 26:29).

• Cheerfulness flows from knowing the Giver; the focus is the heart’s posture, not the beverage itself.

• The closing clause grounds joy in divine approval. God “looked upon all that He had made, and indeed, it was very good” (Genesis 1:31). His benevolent verdict invites His people to enjoy life’s gifts.

• Under the sun, achievements may seem fleeting (Ecclesiastes 2:11), yet when lived in reverent trust, they bear God’s “Well done” (Matthew 25:21).

• New-covenant believers stand justified by faith (Romans 5:1), so our labor is “not in vain in the Lord” (1 Corinthians 15:58).

• Confidence in God’s approval liberates us from asceticism and anxiety; we can work diligently and celebrate freely, knowing our lives please Him when aligned with His will (Hebrews 11:6).

Ecclesiastes 9:7 urges purposeful, grateful enjoyment of God’s daily gifts. Move forward—“Go.” Receive provision—“eat your bread with joy.” Celebrate responsibly—“drink your wine with a cheerful heart.” All of this rests on the comforting truth that “God has already approved your works.” When we live in obedient faith, everyday meals and moments become occasions of worship, testifying that the Creator delights in His children’s glad, thankful hearts.