#soap # Ecclesiastes 01 ## Title: Proper Perspective ## Scripture: (Ecclesiastes 1:11) “No one remembers the former events, nor will anyone remember the events that are yet to happen; they will not be remembered by the future generations.” (NET) ## Observation: There is a certain disorder called “spotlight syndrome.” This is when you think everyone is looking at you at all times. You think you are the center of attention and everyone is aware of you. This can broaden out into larger circles. You think everyone cares about what you post on social media, everyone wants your opinion, and future generations need to know what you thought. You feel like you will be a failure if you don’t make a world-changing impact on this generation. Wow. That is a lot of pressure. There are a thousand reasons that contribute to this issue. Here is the fortunate truth: it’s simply not true. Think about it. If you are thinking this and your neighbor is thinking the same, then no one is actually doing this. Everyone is so preoccupied with their own business that they are not thinking about anyone else’s. This is not intended to depress you, but set you free. You don’t have to save the world. That’s God’s job. Your job is to make a difference in your world, with the tools He has given you. The King is watching you and He loves you more than you can imagine. So, if you’re going to live for an audience, live for an audience of One. ## Application: No spotlight syndrome. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for setting us free from the perceived judgment of others.