Scripture:

Ecclesiastes 1:11
11 There is no remembrance of earlier things;
And also of the later things which will occur,
There will be for them no remembrance
Among those who will come later still.
NASU


Thoughts:

I think this fact of the forgetfulness of history, is a good shield from pride.  We take ourselves so seriously but truthfully, we will be forgotten by the world, and even our own families in a few generations.  You need only to watch a movie from earlier decades or browse a history textbook to realize that the most famous of a past generation, are completely forgotten by future ones. 


Prayer:

Lord, this is sad in some respects, but I pray it helps me to not think too highly of myself.  I thank You that what I do in this life for You will not be forgotten by You.  These things will bring for me a reward in heaven.  May these truths help me to set my priorities, aright.

Amen