Ecclesiastes 7 - NCB & NLT

Do not assert that the past was better than the present, for… Ecclesiastes 7:10

Do not assert that the past was better than the present, for such a statement is not a sign of wisdom. Ecclesiastes 7:10	Don’t long for “the good old days.” This is not wise. wisdom life
When things are going well, be grateful for your blessings, and in times of adversity consider this: God has made both of them, so that we cannot predict with confidence what the future holds. Ecclesiastes 7:14	Enjoy prosperity while you can, but when hard times strike, realize that both come from God. Remember that nothing is certain in this life. joy life dependence

There is no one on earth who is so righteous that he does nothing but good and never sins. Ecclesiastes 7:20	Not a single person on earth is always good and never sins. sin righteousness world