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1. SEBTS Chapel - Craig Farley September 22, 1987

Description:
Craig Farley was a student at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and was a student recipient of a preaching award. The service begins with a Scripture reading (0:00-0:37). There is a moment of prayer (0:38-1:56). There is a Scripture reading from Ecclesiastes 9 (1:57-3:10). Farley speaks about his involvement in the church (3:11-3:50). Farley shares his familiarity with Ecclesiastes (3:51-4:41). Farley speaks about the skeptical words of Ecclesiastes, the desires of the flesh, and the futility of earthly life contrasted with the peace and hope of God (4:42-19:16). Farley closes the service in a benediction (19:17-19:45).
Subject:
Bible. Ecclesiastes, Frustration, Flesh (Theology), and Hope
Creator:
Farley, Craig and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Owner:
archives@sebts.edu
Location:
Wake Forest (N.C.)
Language:
English
Date Uploaded:
02/12/2026
Date Modified:
02/13/2026
Date Created:
1987-09-22
Resource Type:
Audio
Identifier:
SEBTS_Chapel_Craig_Farley_1987-09-22

2. SEBTS Adams Lecture - David Allan Hubbard February 9, 1989

Description:
David Allan Hubbard was the president of Fuller Theological Seminary in California. Dr. Hubbard is announced as Chapel speaker (0:00-0:16). A hymn is played (0:17-4:57). A word of prayer is given (4:58-5:27). A hymn is played (cut) (5:28-5:43). Esther and Ted Adams are briefly mentioned and Dr. Hubbard’s lecture on Ecclesiastes is revealed as being titled “Doubt and Rejoicing” (5:44-7:40). The choir sings an anthem (7:41-10:16). Dr. Hubbard begins his lecture with the question, “do you know what you are reading?” (10:17-13:20). Ecclesiastes is canonical and useful for present audiences as it helps readers to face certain weaknesses (13:21-17:28). Dr. Hubbard discusses the futility of life as a main theme (17:29-20:48). Ecclesiastes’ language and grammar suggests that it was written during an age later than Solomon’s age; the writer Qoheleth links himself to Solomon to grab readers’ attention (20:49-20:58). Dr. Hubbard conveys themes of futility and enjoyment, which are demonstrated by the use of proverbs (20:59-31:18). He then provides four assumptions of the book: crisis is used as a motivation, continuity is used as a method, conflict is the mood, and canonical balance is achieved (31:19-40:19). A relationship exists between Proverbs and Ecclesiastes, as Qoheleth provides a counterbalance to the abuse of wisdom (40:20-41:16). Ecclesiastes is similar to Job in that it stresses the freedom of God (41:17-43:59). Qoheleth draws attention to the realities of grace, death, life, and enjoyment (44:00-46:18). Dr. Hubbard explains that pastorally Ecclesiastes plays the role of removing false props or realities (46:19-47:34). He also urges listeners to take life as it comes and to encourage others to do the same (47:35-50:26). Joy is present in little things (50:27-52:40). He summarizes the prior key points: Ecclesiastes helps us to anticipate the better news, to take life as it comes, and to remove false props (52:41-53:14). Ecclesiastes has its own purpose and aids us in understanding Christ’s suffering and death on the cross (53:15-54:34). Dr. Hubbard concludes with a final word on how Qoheleth challenged the older wise men, preparing the way for the greater wisdom of Christ (54:35-55:26). Dr. Hubbard is thanked and certain guests are recognized (55:27-56:00). The benediction ends the lecture (56:01-56:19).
Subject:
Wisdom literature, Joy in the Bible, Bible. Ecclesiastes, and Belief and doubt
Creator:
Hubbard, David Allan and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Owner:
archives@sebts.edu
Location:
Wake Forest (N.C.)
Language:
English
Date Uploaded:
02/12/2026
Date Modified:
02/13/2026
Date Created:
1989-02-09
Resource Type:
Audio
Identifier:
SEBTS_Adams_Lecture_David_Allan_Hubbard_1989-02-09

3. Perfected forever by one offering

Description:
Ecclesiastes 3:14-15, Hebrews 10:11-27
Subject:
Bible. Hebrews, Bible. Ecclesiastes, and Primitive Baptists
Creator:
Wood, John D., Sr.
Owner:
archives@sebts.edu
Location:
Fairfax County (Va.) and Herndon (Va.)
Language:
English
Date Uploaded:
02/12/2026
Date Modified:
02/13/2026
Date Created:
1968-03-10
Resource Type:
Audio
Identifier:
ARC082_015-01-03/ARC082_015-02-01

4. Whoso pleaseth God

Description:
From a collection of sermons assembled by Sister Hocutt of Birmingham, Alabama and given to John D. Wood; Ecclesiastes 7:23-26
Subject:
Bible. Ecclesiastes and Primitive Baptists
Creator:
Wood, John D., Sr. and Brock, H. M.
Owner:
archives@sebts.edu
Location:
Franklin County (Tex.), Wood County (Tex.), and Winnsboro (Tex.)
Language:
English
Date Uploaded:
02/12/2026
Date Modified:
02/13/2026
Date Created:
1956-09-09
Resource Type:
Audio
Identifier:
ARC082_135-01-06/ARC082_135-02-01

5. He hath made every thing beautiful in his time

Description:
Ecclesiastes 3:1-11
Subject:
Bible. Ecclesiastes and Primitive Baptists
Creator:
Wood, John D., Sr.
Owner:
archives@sebts.edu
Language:
English
Date Uploaded:
02/12/2026
Date Modified:
02/13/2026
Date Created:
Undated
Resource Type:
Audio
Identifier:
ARC082_061-01-03

6. Whatsoever God doeth, it shall be for ever

Description:
Ecclesiastes 3:11-14
Subject:
Bible. Ecclesiastes and Primitive Baptists
Creator:
Wood, John D., Sr.
Owner:
archives@sebts.edu
Location:
Fairfax County (Va.) and Herndon (Va.)
Language:
English
Date Uploaded:
02/12/2026
Date Modified:
02/13/2026
Date Created:
1978-08
Resource Type:
Audio
Identifier:
ARC082_100-01-01