God’s third pronouncement of judgement serves as a lesson for all. A life built on sin and vanity works against its created purpose. But a life built for the glory of God serves its created purpose and will be confirmed in the end when His glory is recognized.

Outline

I.     The Looter Will Be Looted (2:6-8)

II.    The Arrogant Will Be Shamed (2:9-11)

III.   The Vain-Builder Will Answer to God’s Glory (2:12-14)

        A.     The Identity: A Life Built on Injustice (v. 12)

        B.     The Threat: A Life Built for Vanity (v. 13)

        C.     The Reason: A Life Built for God’s Glory (v. 14)