Stop Making Promises to God You Won’t Keep! | Ecclesiastes 5:3-7

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We’ve all been there—caught up in the moment, making bold promises to God. “Lord, if You get me through this, I’ll never do it again.” Or, “I’ll serve You more if You just answer this prayer.” But how often do those promises fade as soon as the crisis passes?

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Our text today is Ecclesiastes 5:3-7.

For a dream comes with much business, and a fool's voice with many words. When you vow a vow to God, do not delay paying it, for he has no pleasure in fools. Pay what you vow. It is better that you should not vow than that you should vow and not pay. Let not your mouth lead you into sin, and do not say before the messenger that it was a mistake. Why should God be angry at your voice and destroy the work of your hands? For when dreams increase and words grow many, there is vanity; but God is the one you must fear. — Ecclesiastes 5:3-7

Solomon contrasts two types of people—those who work diligently to achieve their dreams and those who talk big but do little. Just as hard work produces real results, reckless words amount to nothing but noise. And when it comes to our relationship with God, speaking without action is meaningless.

God takes our commitments seriously—far more seriously than we often do. In biblical times, making a vow to God was a sacred act, binding and irrevocable. Breaking it wasn’t just dishonorable—it was sinful. Today, we may not make formal vows the same way, but our words still matter. Whether we promise to change, to serve, or to trust Him more, God desires follow-through, not empty gestures. He always keeps His promises, and He expects us to do the same.

That’s why Solomon warns against making hasty commitments. It’s not that promising something to God is wrong, but doing so without the intention or ability to keep it is dangerous. The better path? Speak carefully. Think before you commit. Instead of trying to impress God—or anyone else—with grand declarations, live with deep reverence and quiet faithfulness.

God isn’t moved by long speeches or elaborate pledges—He values integrity, obedience, and a heart that truly fears Him. Instead of saying much and doing little, let your life reflect steady, unwavering faith.

So before making a commitment to God, pause. Ask yourself—am I speaking from a place of emotion, or am I truly convicted to follow through? Let your words be few, but your actions faithful. Honor God, not just with promises, but with obedience.

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ASK THIS:
When have you made a promise to God that you struggled to keep?
What drives you to make commitments—emotion, pressure, or conviction?
How can you cultivate a faith that values action over words?
What small step can you take today to demonstrate obedience instead of just speaking about it?
DO THIS:
Before making any commitment to God, pause, reflect, and ensure you’re ready to follow through with action, not just words.

PRAY THIS:
Lord, help me to be a person of integrity, honoring You with my actions and not just my words. Teach me to fear You rightly and follow through on my commitments with faithfulness. Amen.

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