Finishing strong

Ecclesiastes ch 7-12 concludes that not only is there futility in what you do and in what you have, but apart from God there is futility in what you are. Ch7v1, a good reputation is more valuable than the most expensive perfume. And how quickly a reputation can be ruined. Ch7v8, finishing is better than starting. It seems that Solomon is cautioning us not to get lazy or rest on our laurels. We need continued diligence to God. In fact ch 11v9 reports that we must give an accounting to God for everything we do. God knows our thoughts, actions and secrets. Are you free from the shackles of your secrets? If your time ended today, would there be any evidence of you living separately from what friends know? Clean it up now before it is too late. How many reputations are ruined after death, when the truth about someone's life comes out. Ch12v13-14, Fear God!