Episode 325: Successful But Empty

In this week’s message from The Grand Illusion series, Pastor Kendall Hicks unpacks Ecclesiastes ...

Episode 325 of the The Carpenter's Church Podcast podcast, hosted by Kendall Hicks, titled "Episode 325: Successful But Empty" was published on September 22, 2025 and runs 34 minutes.

September 22, 2025 ·34m · The Carpenter's Church Podcast

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In this week’s message from The Grand Illusion series, Pastor Kendall Hicks unpacks Ecclesiastes 4:4–16 with raw honesty and practical wisdom. We all know the drive to succeed can leave us isolated, comparing ourselves to others and chasing after wind. But Scripture reminds us that life “under the sun” was never meant to be lived alone. Discover why ambition without community always falls short, how independence can quietly rob you of joy, and why true influence is found in walking together with Christ at the center.Whether you’re at the gym, in the office, or scrolling through social media, this message will hit close to home—and point you toward the hope only Jesus can give.

Episode Description

In this week’s message from The Grand Illusion series, Pastor Kendall Hicks unpacks Ecclesiastes 4:4–16 with raw honesty and practical wisdom. We all know the drive to succeed can leave us isolated, comparing ourselves to others and chasing after wind. But Scripture reminds us that life “under the sun” was never meant to be lived alone. Discover why ambition without community always falls short, how independence can quietly rob you of joy, and why true influence is found in walking together with Christ at the center.

Whether you’re at the gym, in the office, or scrolling through social media, this message will hit close to home—and point you toward the hope only Jesus can give.

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