Ecclesiastes 3:15 Β· KJV
"That which hath been is now; and that which is to be hath already been; and God requireth that which is past."
King James Version
What does Ecclesiastes 3:15 mean? βPassage Context
Reflection Questions
What does this verse teach you about the nature of time?
How does knowing that God requires what is past affect your present actions?
When have you felt the weight of past decisions in your life?
Life Application
Consider how your past shapes your faith journey and strive to learn from it.
Reflect on past relationships and how they inform your current interactions.
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