Building on the previous theme, verses 1-6 continue to explore the motivation for genuine honor, which should no longer come from wealth, power, or social status, but from respect for the Lord and His commands. Verses 8-28 cover several themes: 1. God is the source of true wealth, and he gives it to whoever he chooses, so it’s unwise to spend your life chasing it (10-13). 2. God is the creator of everything (14-17). While this was the ancient understanding of reality, not all comes from God; evil, injustice, and death originate from humans themselves. 3. We shouldn’t rely on wealth for security since everything ends with death (18ff). 4. We should focus on the present, concentrate on our own work, and avoid admiring wrongdoers, because the Lord cares for the righteous and the faithful (20-26).