International Children’s Bible

Ecclesiastes 5:1-8 International Children’s Bible (ICB)

1. Be careful when you go to worship at the Temple. It is better to listen than to offer foolish sacrifices. People who do this don’t even know they are doing wrong.

2. Think before you speak.Be careful about what you promise to God.God is in heaven,and you are on the earth.So say only a few words to God.

3. The saying is true: Bad dreams come from too much worrying.So too many words come from foolish people.

4. If you make a promise to God, don’t be slow to keep it. God is not happy with foolish people. Give God what you promised.

5. It is better not to promise anything than to promise something and not do it.

6. So don’t let your words cause you to sin. Also, don’t say to the priest at the Temple, “I didn’t mean what I promised!” If you do, God will become angry with your words. He will destroy everything you have worked for.

7. Many empty promises are like many foolish dreams. They mean nothing. You should honor God.

8. In some countries you will see poor people treated badly. They are not treated fairly or given their rights. Don’t be surprised! One officer is cheated by a higher officer. They in turn are cheated by even higher officers.