# [[Ecclesiastes_04|Ecclesiastes 4]] --- 2013.07.25 {9-12} - In a note I wrote two years ago [[y_STUFF_TO_PROCESS/NOTES_TO_PROCESS/MORE_NOTES/J_2011.07.24_MCAG Study Outline]], I listed this passage under a heading that says What doesn't work to battle [[Pornography|pornography]] . I didn't provide any additional details. - In thinking back on it, I assume I was addressing the standard view on "[[Accountability|accountability]] partners", where fear of man is the motivator. I still agree that the fear of man is not the answer to any of our problems. - However, when I read this passage today, I don't see that concept in this passage. What I now see is the benefits of having a partner when doing work. Two people working together can accomplish more than two working alone. - Recently, I have been praying about the need for a partner in our missional community ministry. I see this passage as a confirmation of the need. - [[777]] - Lord, I ask you again to send us a partner. - 777 - Help us balance between needing a partner in the ministry and avoiding "fear of man".