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EPISODE · Mar 2, 2026 · 37 MIN

Ecclesiastes | For Whom Do I Labor - Season 5, Episode 21

from Eastland Baptist Messages · host Jesse Becker

Why do we work so hard for things that never seem to satisfy? Beneath our ambition and constant striving often lies comparison, envy, and the pressure to maintain a lifestyle that promises fulfillment but delivers frustration. In Ecclesiastes 4:4–12, Pastor Ben examines Solomon’s sobering assessment of life “under the sun,” where endless toil apart from God results in vanity and vexation of spirit. The passage contrasts both lazy indifference and restless accumulation, revealing that meaningful relationships—not material success—give true reward to our labor. The listener is challenged to pursue contentment and invest deeply in relationships that bring lasting joy and purpose.Eastland is a Place to BelongEastland Baptist Church is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are a welcoming and close-knit family community that loves to care for each other through the Church. We strongly believe in loving and supporting each other and our neighbors. Our members don’t just attend our Church; they feel a strong sense of belonging.Join UsFind service times and our location at https://www.eastlandbaptist.org/join.Connect with UsWebsite: https://www.eastlandbaptist.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eastlandbaptisttulsaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastlandbaptistTo support the ministry of Eastland Baptist Church, tap here: https://www.eastlandbaptist.org/give

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Why do we work so hard for things that never seem to satisfy? Beneath our ambition and constant striving often lies comparison, envy, and the pressure to maintain a lifestyle that promises fulfillment but delivers frustration. In Ecclesiastes 4:4–12, Pastor Ben examines Solomon’s sobering assessment of life “under the sun,” where endless toil apart from God results in vanity and vexation of spirit. The passage contrasts both lazy indifference and restless accumulation, revealing that meaningful relationships—not material success—give true reward to our labor. The listener is challenged to pursue contentment and invest deeply in relationships that bring lasting joy and purpose.

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