Passion City Church DC Podcast A Time for Everything | Ecclesiastes 3
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Nov 11, 2025 In a deep dive into Ecclesiastes 3, Pastor Ben Stuart emphasizes the beauty of each life season and the importance of trusting God's timing. He explores the complexity of emotions, the significance of community in joy and sorrow, and the wisdom behind embracing or refraining in relationships. Reflecting on themes of war and peace, he discusses the eternal longing within us, urging listeners to accept their temporal limits while finding joy in God. Ultimately, he highlights the hope found in Christ, who redeems our pain and transforms seasons into purpose.
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From Lemon Tree Park To Stronger Faith
- Ben Stuart recounts wrestling with faith in college, using daily honest journaling in Lemon Tree Park to process anger and doubt.
- That struggle reshaped his simple faith into a stronger, sturdier belief.
Life’s Rhythms Are Ordered
- Ecclesiastes 3 teaches an ordered rhythm to life where each activity has an appropriate season.
- Wisdom means recognizing the moment and responding appropriately, not controlling the timing.
Choose How To Use Your Time
- Accept that life happens to you and you cannot control all seasons; decide how to use the time given.
- Meet the moment with wisdom rather than trying to run the universe.
