Podcasts about Meaningless

Riley joins me to recap the Bengals Week 17 win against a very weak Cardinal team as we win the 2nd of the three "dead man walking tour" games and produce more fools gold for the inept front office! #Bengals #WhoDey #NewDey #SeizeTheDey #RuleTheJungle #ARZvsCIN

Play along at home with the lyrics:[Verse 1]When I wake up, well, I know I'm gonna beI'm gonna be the man who wakes up next to youWhen I go out, yeah, I know I'm gonna beI'm gonna be the man who goes along with youIf I get drunk, well, I know I'm gonna beI'm gonna be the man who gets drunk next to youAnd if I haver, yeah, I know I'm gonna beI'm gonna be the man who's haverin' to you[Chorus]But I would walk five hundred milesAnd I would walk five hundred moreJust to be the man who walked a thousandMiles to fall down at your door[Verse 2]When I'm workin', yes, I know I'm gonna beI'm gonna be the man who's workin' hard for youAnd when the money comes in for the work I doI'll pass almost every penny on to youWhen I come home (When I come home), oh, I know I'm gonna beI'm gonna be the man who comes back home to youAnd if I grow old, well, I know I'm gonna beI'm gonna be the man who's growin' old with you[Chorus]But I would walk five hundred milesAnd I would walk five hundred moreJust to be the man who walked a thousandMiles to fall down at your door[Post-Chorus]Da-da da da (Da-da da da)Da-da da da (Da-da da da)Da-da dum diddy dum diddy dum diddy da da daDa-da da da (Da-da da da)Da-da da da (Da-da da da)Da-da dum diddy dum diddy dum diddy da da da[Verse 3]When I'm lonely, well, I know I'm gonna beI'm gonna be the man who's lonely without youAnd when I'm dreamin', well, I know I'm gonna dreamI'm gonna dream about the time when I'm with youWhen I go out (When I go out), well, I know I'm gonna beI'm gonna be the man who goes along with youAnd when I come home (when I come home), yes, I know I'm gonna beI'm gonna be the man who comes back home with youI'm gonna be the man who's comin' home with you[Chorus]But I would walk five hundred milesAnd I would walk five hundred moreJust to be the man who walked a thousandMiles to fall down at your door Jump to section:(00:11) Introduction but no waffling like you get on some podcasts. You know the ones.(01:02) Song title, writers' title vs fan title. Starbucks, David Tennant, terrible Christmas cracker jokes(09:22) Metric vs imperial vs Minecraft measurements. Gauging your audience and imposing your unconscious body upon them. Meaningless promises, proclamations, Meatloaf(14:40) Distances within the UK. Virtue-signalers, Fulfilments, Commitments, Pretenders, Dave unplugged and Australian spiders(19:28) Proclaimers: The horror/thriller(21:17) Dave and distances, fat-reserves and calories(24:40) Hidden messages about murder?(26:31) Confidence and one-way commitments. (31:10) The music video(32:28) Theories from the internet (42:14) Misheard Lyrics(45:37) Notable Trivia. "Havering" defined. The challenging Proclaimers video game: https://andymetoo.itch.io/the-ultimate-proclaimers-experience(48:40) Proclaimers charity and were they gay or homophobic?(50:01) Farewells and ⁠⁠⁠give us money⁠⁠⁠Would you like to appear (well, vocally) on the show? Do you have a pop song or ear-worm from the SMOOTH FM genre that's infested your mind and needs to be investigated? Visit this page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://speakpipe.com/lyrics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to record us your own voicemail hot-take on your specific smooth song of suckiness. You could be on a future episode! (you can always email sound files or text your thoughts to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠poidadavis@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ if that's easier). Cheers!Find us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram etc @LyricsPodast ... and we're on all your favourite podcasting platforms.Sound clips are included for educational reference, criticism, satire and parody in fair use. Clips remain the property of the respective rights holder and no endorsement is implied. All information and opinion is performed and expressed in-character and does not reflect reality or genuine commentary on any persons (living or dead), bands or other organisations, or their works, and is not recommended listening for anyone, anywhere.

In hour 1 Steaks and Drew get in to a great Falcons win, and the Hawks put up 150! and lost.

In the last episode of the podcast, Stephen Dubner turns the microphone on Steve Levitt. They talk about Levitt's favorite — and least favorite — moments from the show's five-year run, his quest to reform education, and his next podcasting gig. SOURCES:Stephen Dubner, host of Freakonomics Radio, co-author of Freakonomics books. RESOURCES:"How to Help Kids Succeed," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2025)."Feeling Sound and Hearing Color," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2024)."Richard Dawkins on God, Genes, and Murderous Baby Cuckoos," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2024)."Arnold Schwarzenegger Has Some Advice for You," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2024)."Werner Herzog Thinks His Films Are a Distraction," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2023)."Drawing from Life (and Death)," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2023)."Yuval Noah Harari Thinks Life is Meaningless and Amazing," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2022)."Is This the Future of High School?," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2022)."Does Death Have to Be a Death Sentence?," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2022)."Sal Khan: 'If It Works for 15 Cousins, It Could Work for a Billion People.'" by People I (Mostly) Admire (2021)."Jared Diamond on the Downfall of Civilizations — and His Optimism for Ours," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2021)."Amanda & Lily Levitt Share What It's Like to be Steve's Daughters," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2021)."How Rahm Emanuel Would Run the World," by Freakonomics Radio (2020).The Levitt Lab. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chiefs are about the play their first meaningless regular season football game in a long time.Jeff Chadiha (NFL Network/NFL.com/@JeffriChadiha), Sam McDowell (Kansas City Star/KCStar.com/@SamMcDowell11) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810 - WHB/810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss how this game should be used to begin the Chiefs quest to return to the playoffs.- Is it better for the Chiefs to lose this weekend?- Do you think Mahomes plays Week 1?- Why not mention the LCL part of the- The Chiefs growing Injury Report.- What players need to show more?- Who shouldn't play at all?- What are the expectations for Garner Minshew?- Keys to the game.- Predictions!

Are we wasting our talents on meaningless jobs? Should our career choices reflect our morals? Author and historian Rutger Bregman thinks so. He argues that the most talented people in America are stuck in a real-life version of the movie Office Space  — and that we should be trying to solve the world's biggest problems instead.  Today on Lever Time, David Sirota sits down with Bregman to ask: When did we lose our moral ambition? Are we greedy, cynical, or are we just trying to escape an ever-increasing affordability crisis?   Click here to learn about Bregman's book, Moral Ambition: Stop Wasting Your Talent And Start Making A Difference. For a transcript of this episode, click here. Get ad-free episodes, bonus content and extended interviews by becoming a member at levernews.com/join. To leave a tip for The Lever, click here. It helps us do this kind of independent journalism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textAdding meaning to a memory can lead you down a distorted trail that's hard to find your way back from.Grasshopper Notes are the writings from America's Best Known Hypnotherapist John Morgan. His podcasts contain his most responded to essays and blog posts from the past two decades.  Find the written versions of these podcasts on John's podcasting site: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1628038"The Grasshopper" is the part of you that whispers pearls of wisdom that  seem to pop into your mind from out of the blue. John's essays and blog posts are his interpretations of these "Nips of Nectar." Others have labeled his writings as timeless wisdom.  Most of the John's writings revolve around self improvement and self help. They address topics like: • Mindfulness• Peace of mind• Creativity• How to stay in the present moment• Spirituality• Behavior improvementAnd stories that transform you to a wider sense of awareness that presents more options. And isn't that what we all want, more options?  John uploads these podcasts on a regular basis. So check back often to hear these podcasts heard around the world. Who wants to be the next person to change?  Make sure to order a copy of John's new book: WISDOM OF THE GRASSHOPPER – 21 Days to Creativity. These mini-meditations take you inside where all your creative resources live. And you'll come out not only refreshed but recommitted to creating your future.  It's only $16.95 and available at BLURB.COM at the link below. https://www.blurb.com/b/10239673-wisd...Also, download John's FREE book INTER RUPTION: The Magic Key To Lasting Change. It's available at John's website  https://GrasshopperNotes.com

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Join Las Vegas Raiders on SI Beat Writer Hondo Carpenter and family discussing the Silver and Black on the most recent Ridin' w/ the Carpenters on PFI, Pro Football Insiders. #Raiders #RaidersNation #NFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you do when your day job feels empty — but you still need to show up, provide, and stay honest?In this episode of Shtark Tank, I sit down with my cousin and friend Yoni Schwartz — Head of Data Science at Exponential and Head Producer of Living L'chaim. Yoni shares how he went from a corporate role that felt like “a complete lack of purpose” to leading 10 shows that have inspired and helped countless people. He is also the host of Spirit of the Song podcast, make sure to check it out!We talk about meaning, ambition, family, and the real-life tradeoffs of building something big on top of a demanding day job.In this conversation we cover:What it feels like when work is steady… but meaninglessHow Yoni first joined Living L'chaim and how the role grew over timeThe ethics of balancing a primary job with major side projectsStartup life vs. corporate life — and what actually changed for himHow he manages two intense roles without a rigid systemThe idea of intentionality as a survival tool for busy peopleSetting boundaries after COVID blurred everythingEarly morning learning as a realistic anchor for fathers with young kidsThe impact Living L'chaim aims for — inspiration, mental health, and financial clarityCultivating a relationship with your RebbiKey takeaway:You don't need a perfect system to juggle a lot — but you do need honesty, priorities, and intentional choices you can live with.If this episode resonated, please take a moment to follow the show and leave a 5-star rating. It helps more Bnei Torah in the workforce find these conversations.Guest: Yoni SchwartzHost: Yaakov Wolff

Notre Dame was eliminated from playoff contention by the NCAA committee on Sunday. Once Notre Dame realized they wouldn't be competing for a championship...Notre Dame ended their season by rejecting to play in a bowl game. The NCAA is also dealing with sub-500 teams declining bowl games...and the college bowl system is at risk of becoming extinct. We discuss Notre Dame and other major programs...declining to play in meaningless bowl games. We explain how the NCAA and the networks ruined bowl season...by expanding the number of bowl games. We compare bowl games to All-Star games in the NFL and NBA...and explain why bowl games have become a waste of time. USE PROMO CODE BTL20 TO SAVE 20% WITH WHITE CROW HOPS: https://whitecrowhops.com

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Episode SummaryEver found yourself staring at your screen on a Wednesday afternoon wondering, "Why does this organisation even exist? What am I actually doing here that matters?" You're not alone. In this episode, Dr Austin Tay dives deep into the crisis of meaning at work, unpacking two groundbreaking research papers that finally explain what's missing when work feels meaningless—and more importantly, what makes organisations genuinely matter.Learn the five-characteristic framework that helps you distinguish between organisations with a genuine purpose and those just performing it. By the end of this episode, you'll know exactly how to audit your workplace, assess your alignment, and decide your next steps.What You'll Learn

The day many of us dreaded has come. Someone shot a couple of National Guardsmen who were part of the illegal Occupation of D.C. Details are sketchy while this gang of criminals in the White House concoct some ridiculous false flag narrative. Meanwhile, Nitwit Nero gets a win and a loss in court. Campbell's is trying to damage control its way out of the soup.

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1876: Cal Newport challenges the conventional wisdom that piling on college extracurriculars boosts success, arguing instead that most are a poor return on time and energy. He advocates for a minimalist approach focused on doing fewer activities but with deeper commitment and standout results, creating what he calls a "remarkable" profile that truly matters. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://calnewport.com/blog/2008/07/23/dangerous-ideas-college-extracurriculars-are-meaningless/ Quotes to ponder: "To stand out, do fewer things, but do them better than anyone else." "Starting a successful non-profit is remarkable." "Extracurricular activities are not, in and of themselves, impressive."

You may find the charges in this episode jarring: depression is not the result of a chemical imbalance, SSRIs aren't necessarily antidepressants, and the term you use for your mental health condition isn't scientifically valid. Sarah Fay, author of Pathological: The True Story of Six Misdiagnoses says it's dangerous to identify with your diagnosis because it's kind of made up and it blocks your path to recovery.A doctor told her she was “an anorexic” when Sarah was 12 years old, even though she didn't meet many of the criteria for anorexia. Sarah embraced the identity, taking on the behaviors and habits of a person with that eating disorder. Later in life, she was diagnosed with five more disorders, each time embracing the tag, all while her mental health deteriorated. Finally, another doctor said he didn't know what was the matter with her and that gave Sarah some peace and a chance to focus on feeling better. She saw her mental makeup as something not bound by the names of disorders in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual used by mental health professionals. While she still takes meds and sees a therapist and a psychiatrist, Sarah has come to believe that everyone's focus needs to be on recovery rather than focusing on the limitations borne of terms she says are way too subjective and that don't stand up to scientific scrutiny.Thank you to all our listeners who support the show as monthly members of Maximum Fun.Check out our I'm Glad You're Here and Depresh Mode merchandise at the brand new merch website MaxFunStore.com!Hey, remember, you're part of Depresh Mode and we want to hear what you want to hear about. What guests and issues would you like to have covered in a future episode? Write us at depreshmode@maximumfun.org.Depresh Mode is on BlueSky, Instagram, Substack, and you can join our Preshies Facebook group. Help is available right away.The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 or 1-800-273-8255, 1-800-273-TALKCrisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741.International suicide hotline numbers available here: https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines

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Ecclesiastes… the meaning of life… the meaningless of life… what is the point?This is what is covered this week as we finish our series in Ecclesiastes titled, “Meaningless”. Guest speaker/pastor Pastor Greg Gebhart joins us as we discover what the author of Ecclesiastes wants us to know about life under the sun. Join us for a meaningful conclusion to the series, Meaningless.Things to consider as you listen:Don't miss the simple joys of life (meals, walks, dates, laughs, Sabbath rest).Live wisely.Build your life around God - early & always.Be caught up in the awe of the Lord.

You saw the title. That's exactly what this class is about. We explore the trending word "six-seven" that has taken the world by storm, and we provide a sense of meaning to the meaningless fad. We explore the notion of goodness and re-frame how we view G-d and the world in which we live.ALL THE BEST.This class has been generously sponsored by Yehudah Roll as a zechus for ALL YIDDEN.To sponsor a future video/class, feel free to reach out!Subscribe and hit the bell to see new videos!!!#JewishInspiration #TorahThoughts #JewishWisdom #Happiness #PositiveThinking #sixseven #JewishPodcast #SpiritualGrowth #Kindness #Faith #JewishLearning #TorahInsights #RabbiOriStrum #Rabbi #LearnTorah #TorahStudy #Judaism #Jewish #Torah #Chumash #Parasha #Parsha #Parashat #Gemara #Mussar #Tefilla #Prayer

https://www.maynardvillefellowship.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Cooke-Civics-11-12-25.mp3 Skip mere trivia; pursue timeless wisdom. Pastor Matt contrasts three views of history—meaningless, cyclical, linear—and shows why the biblical, linear view both explains the past and shaped America's civics. Learn what to recover, what to avoid, and how to judge “progress” by an objective good.

Pastor Levi Matteson wraps up our sermon series, Everything is Meaningless... Or is it?, including: 1) Joy in the Mystery (Ecclesiastes 9:7), 2) Direction of the Heart (Ecclesiastes 10:2), 3) Faithfulness in the Unknown (Ecclesiastes 11:6), 4) Remember and Revere (Ecclesiastes 12:1, 13), and 5) The Gospel Fulfillment (1 Corinthians 15:58). Live joyfully, lean rightly, sow faithfully, and revere God, because Christ has turned vapor into victory. This episode of the Evangel Houghton podcast is a Sunday message from Evangel Community Church, Houghton, Michigan, November 9, 2025.

Daily Dose of Wisdom put together a compilation of apologists that supposedly demonstrate that atheism fails its own test.Cards:Christians Believe in Biological Determinism Now?!?:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNQ4YQwE2vQWould Objective Morality Actually Be Better?

Welcome to Walking the Way. My name is Ray, and I really want to say thank you to everyone for listening in as we continue to explore what it means to have a regular rhythm of worship.  CreditsOpening Prayerhttps://www.faithandworship.com/prayers_Guidance.htm#gsc.tab=0 Bible verseEcclesiastes 1:2Thought for the dayRay BorrettBible PassageEcclesiastes 1Holy Bible, New International Version® Anglicized, NIV® Copyright © 1979, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.Prayer HandbookClick here to download itSupporting Walking the WayIf you want to support Walking the Way, please go to: https://ko-fi.com/S6S4WXLBBor you can subscribe to the channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/walkingtheway/subscribeTo contact Ray: Please leave a comment or a review. I want to find out what people think and how we make it better.www.rayborrett.co.ukwalkingthewaypodcast@outlook.comwww.instagram.com/walkingtheway1@raybrrtt

It is week four in our series titled, “Meaningless”, in which we are studying what the book of Ecclesiastes has to say about life “under the sun”. Youth Pastor Beau Hamilton brings the message for us this week continuing on with Ecclesiastes 5-7. Don't forget to catch up on weeks 1 & 2 if you haven't already!Things to consider as you listen:Leave space to listen.Enjoy what you have rather than desiring what you don't have.Wisdom is limited yet valuable.Judgement, Righteousness, & Wisdom are elusive.To read this week: Ecclesiastes 8-12

Spooner understood something most Americans still refuse to believe today. Every check on federal power you were taught about? They don't work. Oaths? Meaningless. Elections? Theater. Separation of powers? Not in practice. As he put it, tyrants only care about one thing. The post Lysander Spooner: The Truth About “Checks and Balances” first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Everything is Meaningless!Welcome to Bentonville Community Church and our second week in the sermon series titled, “Meaningless”, where we have been journeying through the incredible book of Ecclesiastes together. Join us as we continue to find (or not find) the meaning of life under the sun each week found within the pages of Ecclesiastes. If you missed week 1, go back and watch it first then go ahead and push that play button below!Things to consider as you listen:Both knowledge and wisdom are connected with the fear of Yahweh.Wisdom & Knowledge, Madness & Folly can all leave you empty.THE SOLUTIONThe teacher tested pleasure & wealth. (Ecclesiastes 2:1-11)The teacher tested wisdom. (Ecclesiastes 2:12-16)This led to despair. (Ecclesiastes 2:17-23)There is a season & a time for everything. (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8)The teacher wonders if it would be better not to be born at all… (Ecclesiastes 4:1-3)A little is better with contentment. (Ecclesiastes 4:4-8)Two are better than one. (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12)Better to be poor but wise. (Ecclesiastes 4:13-16)ENJOY God's Gifts! (Ecclesiastes 2:24-25 & 3:9-13)

In our sermon series, Everything is Meaningless... Or is it?, Pastor Levi Matteson talks about the source of good, including: 1) The Gift of Enjoyment, 2) Nothing Good – Ecclesiastes 6:1-6, 3) Needing Good – Ecclesiastes 6:7-9, 4) Knowing Good – Ecclesiastes 6:10-12, and 5) The Gospel Connection. This episode of the Evangel Houghton podcast is a Sunday message from Evangel Community Church, Houghton, Michigan, October 26, 2025.

This week we're joined by Tate Brooks and Silas Lourenco Lang (two-thirds of the New Haven, CT band The Problem With Kids Today) as we unpack Jon Brion's long lost debut album, 'Meaningless'. Initially released independently by Brion in 2001 on his own "Straight to Cut-Out" label and sold through his website and CD Baby, it finally became more widely available in 2022 when it was re-released on Jealous Butcher Records. This collection of catchy power-pop tunes are a perfect representation of what Brion eventually brought to the production and film-score work he became most well-known for. Songs discussed in this episode: I Believe She's Lying (Jon Brion cover) - Rhett Miller; Take It!, Spongebob Squarepants and Patrick Star - The Problem With Kids Today; Very Best Years - The Grays; I Should've Known - Aimee Mann; Gotta Start Somewhere, I Believe She's Lying, Meaningless, Ruin My Day, Walking Through Walls, Trouble, Hook, Line and Sinker - Jon Brion; Try Again - Big Star; Dead To The World, Her Ghost, Same Mistakes - Jon Brion; Voices - Cheap Trick; Voices (Cheap Trick cover) - Jon Brion; Ace Starchild - The Problem With Kids Today

My five year old daughter recently asked me why sometimes we ask God for things and she doesn’t give them to us (I secretly love that she refers to God as female, even though we’ve never gendered God in our house). As I processed the answer to her question — and thought about all the things I’ve wanted in my life but never gotten — I recorded this episode. This episode is an in-real-time, thinking-out-loud kind of an episode. More of a “questions” kind of episode than an “answers” kind of episode. But maybe, as I talk out loud to myself about what it means to want something and not have it, you’ll hear something that resonates with you that you can take with you on your own journey of wanting and not having. What do you want that you don’t (yet) have? The answer to that question might be a powerful invitation on a journey that will change your life forever. Host: Ally Fallon // @allyfallon // allisonfallon.comFollow Ally on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we start into a new sermon series through the book of Ecclesiastes titled, “Meaningless”. Have you ever asked yourself, “what's the point?” when referring to the things of life? This series is for you! Pastor Jeni starts this week by introducing that very point. Join us for this sermon series as we go through one of the most unique books in Scripture together, discovering what the “Author” and the “Teacher” have to say about life under the sun.Things to consider as you listen:The Bible is full of many diverse literary styles.Literary style impacts interpretation.Ecclesiastes is often categorized as wisdom literature.2 characters in Ecclesiastes: The Author & the TeacherQohelet - “Teacher” - translated to mean “convener of an assembly” or “collector of sentences”Hebel - “meaningless” - literal translation is “breath” or “vapor”The pleasures & accomplishments of life are meaningful, but they do not provide ultimate meaning.Author's Summary:Wisdom is good even though sometimes it hurts.Everything will be judged.The Solution: Fear God & obey his commands.

In our sermon series, Everything is Meaningless... Or is it?, Pastor Levi Matteson talks about how love of money will not satisfy, from Ecclesiastes 5:10-15, including: 1. The Love that Money Demands (Ecc. 5:10), 2. The Lies that Money Tells (Ecc. 5:11-15), and 3. The Life that Sets Us Free (Matt. 6:26). This episode of the Evangel Houghton podcast is a Sunday message from Evangel Community Church, Houghton, Michigan, October 19, 2025.

Do you feel stuck in a meaningless pattern or routine with no end in sight? Allow Groundhog Day to shed some spiritual clarity is to what may be happening, and be delighted with the incredible grace on offer! 

In this hour of Money Moves, hosts Stormy Buonantony and Jonathan Von Tobel preview tonight's Thursday Night Football game between the Steelers and Bengals and the best player props. Also, Meaningful or Meaningless trends in college football and the NFL, VSiN contributor Jeff Erickson joins the show to give his best NFL player props for Week 7 and Stormy's best bets for the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

# Discovering Meaning in the Book of Ecclesiastes In this week's sermon, we delved into the often misunderstood and overlooked book of **Ecclesiastes**, found in the Old Testament. This book, traditionally attributed to Solomon, is a profound exploration of life's meaning when lived "under the sun," a phrase that appears 28 times throughout its 12 chapters. The sermon aimed to guide us through its themes and encourage us to seek a more profound understanding and relevance in our lives. Discovering Meaning in theDiscovering Meaning in the Book of Ecclesiastes In this week's sermon, we delved into the often misunderstood and overlooked book of Ecclesiastes, found in the Old Testament. This book, traditionally attributed to Solomon, is a profound exploration of life's meaning when lived "under the sun," a phrase that appears 28 times throughout its 12 chapters. The sermon aimed to guide us through its themes and encourage us to seek a more profound understanding and relevance in our lives. The Teacher's Experiment The book begins with a stark declaration: "Meaningless! Meaningless!" says the Teacher. "Utterly meaningless! Everything is meaningless." (Ecclesiastes 1:2). The Teacher, identified by the Hebrew term "qohelet," embarks on an experiment to find meaning in life through a humanistic worldview, leaving God out of the equation. His journey is a cautionary tale, illustrating that pursuing meaning on our terms, without divine guidance, is like "chasing the wind" (Ecclesiastes 1:14). Life "Under the Sun" The phrase "under the sun" signifies a life lived solely by human wisdom, without reference to God's insight. The Teacher's quest led him to explore various paths to meaning, including: - Worldly Wisdom and Knowledge: Despite achieving unparalleled wisdom, the Teacher found it unsatisfying, as noted in Ecclesiastes 1:16-17. - Pleasure: Turning to pleasure, he found it equally empty (Ecclesiastes 2:1). - Work and Wealth: Even grand achievements and riches failed to provide lasting satisfaction. - Worship: The Teacher even tried worship "under the sun," but without genuine reverence, it too was hollow (Ecclesiastes 5:1-7). The Conclusion of the Matter Ultimately, the Teacher's findings reveal that life "under the sun" ends the same for everyone—empty-handed. This realization is captured in Ecclesiastes 9:1-3, emphasizing that the same fate awaits all, regardless of their earthly pursuits. Finding True Meaning While the Teacher's report paints a bleak picture, the sermon highlighted that true meaning is found not "under the sun" but through a relationship with God. The key to a meaningful life is twofold: - Godliness with Contentment: As stated in 1 Timothy 6:6, "Godliness with contentment is great gain." This involves placing faith in Jesus Christ and being content with God's provision, regardless of our circumstances. - Faith in Jesus Christ: True godliness and purpose begin with faith in Jesus, who offers life beyond earthly success or failure. Embracing God's Wisdom We are encouraged to abandon our pursuit of meaning on our terms and turn to God, trusting in Jesus as our Savior. By doing so, we find life more abundant and purposeful, as promised in Scripture. The sermon concluded with a call to reflect on where we find our meaning and to seek a deeper relationship with God, ensuring our lives are not a futile "chasing after the wind." For those seeking further exploration of these themes, the church offers "Truth Worth Living" sessions, available on Facebook Live and as a podcast, where these and other biblical insights are discussed weekly. Let us embrace the wisdom of Ecclesiastes, learning from the Teacher's journey, and discover true meaning in a life lived in the presence of God, not just under the sun. Book of Ecclesiastes In this week's sermon, we delved into the often misunderstood and overlooked book of **Ecclesiastes**, found in the Old Testament. This book, traditionally attributed to Solomon, is a profound exploration of life's meaning when lived "under the sun," a phrase that appears 28 times throughout its 12 chapters. The sermon aimed to guide us through its themes and encourage us to seek a more profound understanding and relevance in our lives. The Teacher's Experiment The book begins with a stark declaration: "Meaningless! Meaningless!" says the Teacher. "Utterly meaningless! Everything is meaningless." (**Ecclesiastes 1:2**). The Teacher, identified by the Hebrew term "qohelet," embarks on an experiment to find meaning in life through a humanistic worldview, leaving God out of the equation. His journey is a cautionary tale, illustrating that pursuing meaning on our terms, without divine guidance, is like "chasing the wind" (**Ecclesiastes 1:14**). Life "Under the Sun" The phrase "under the sun" signifies a life lived solely by human wisdom, without reference to God's insight. The Teacher's quest led him to explore various paths to meaning, including: - **Worldly Wisdom and Knowledge:** Despite achieving unparalleled wisdom, the Teacher found it unsatisfying, as noted in **Ecclesiastes 1:16-17**. - **Pleasure:** Turning to pleasure, he found it equally empty (**Ecclesiastes 2:1**). - **Work and Wealth:** Even grand achievements and riches failed to provide lasting satisfaction. - **Worship:** The Teacher even tried worship "under the sun," but without genuine reverence, it too was hollow (**Ecclesiastes 5:1-7**). The Conclusion of the Matter Ultimately, the Teacher's findings reveal that life "under the sun" ends the same for everyone—empty-handed. This realization is captured in **Ecclesiastes 9:1-3**, emphasizing that the same fate awaits all, regardless of their earthly pursuits. Finding True Meaning While the Teacher's report paints a bleak picture, the sermon highlighted that true meaning is found not "under the sun" but through a relationship with God. The key to a meaningful life is twofold: - **Godliness with Contentment:** As stated in **1 Timothy 6:6**, "Godliness with contentment is great gain." This involves placing faith in Jesus Christ and being content with God's provision, regardless of our circumstances. - **Faith in Jesus Christ:** True godliness and purpose begin with faith in Jesus, who offers life beyond earthly success or failure. Embracing God's Wisdom We are encouraged to abandon our pursuit of meaning on our terms and turn to God, trusting in Jesus as our Savior. By doing so, we find life more abundant and purposeful, as promised in Scripture. The sermon concluded with a call to reflect on where we find our meaning and to seek a deeper relationship with God, ensuring our lives are not a futile "chasing after the wind." For those seeking further exploration of these themes, the church offers "Truth Worth Living" sessions, available on Facebook Live and as a podcast, where these and other biblical insights are discussed weekly. Let us embrace the wisdom of Ecclesiastes, learning from the Teacher's journey, and discover true meaning in a life lived in the presence of God, not just under the sun.The Teacher's Experiment The book begins with a stark declaration: "Meaningless! Meaningless!" says the Teacher. "Utterly meaningless! Everything is meaningless." (**Ecclesiastes 1:2**). The Teacher, identified by the Hebrew term "qohelet," embarks on an experiment to find meaning in life through a humanistic worldview, leaving God out of the equation. His journey is a cautionary tale, illustrating that pursuing meaning on our terms, without divine guidance, is like "chasing the wind" (**Ecclesiastes 1:14**). ## Life "Under the Sun" The phrase "under the sun" signifies a life lived solely by human wisdom, without reference to God's insight. The Teacher's quest led him to explore various paths to meaning, including: - **Worldly Wisdom and Knowledge:** Despite achieving unparalleled wisdom, the Teacher found it unsatisfying, as noted in **Ecclesiastes 1:16-17**. - **Pleasure:** Turning to pleasure, he found it equally empty (**Ecclesiastes 2:1**). - **Work and Wealth:** Even grand achievements and riches failed to provide lasting satisfaction. - **Worship:** The Teacher even tried worship "under the sun," but without genuine reverence, it too was hollow (**Ecclesiastes 5:1-7**). ## The Conclusion of the Matter Ultimately, the Teacher's findings reveal that life "under the sun" ends the same for everyone—empty-handed. This realization is captured in **Ecclesiastes 9:1-3**, emphasizing that the same fate awaits all, regardless of their earthly pursuits. ## Finding True Meaning While the Teacher's report paints a bleak picture, the sermon highlighted that true meaning is found not "under the sun" but through a relationship with God. The key to a meaningful life is twofold: - **Godliness with Contentment:** As stated in **1 Timothy 6:6**, "Godliness with contentment is great gain." This involves placing faith in Jesus Christ and being content with God's provision, regardless of our circumstances. - **Faith in Jesus Christ:** True godliness and purpose begin with faith in Jesus, who offers life beyond earthly success or failure. ## Embracing God's Wisdom We are encouraged to abandon our pursuit of meaning on our terms and turn to God, trusting in Jesus as our Savior. By doing so, we find life more abundant and purposeful, as promised in Scripture. The sermon concluded with a call to reflect on where we find our meaning and to seek a deeper relationship with God, ensuring our lives are not a futile "chasing after the wind." For those seeking further exploration of these themes, the church offers "Truth Worth Living" sessions, available on Facebook Live and as a podcast, where these and other biblical insights are discussed weekly. Let us embrace the wisdom of Ecclesiastes, learning from the Teacher's journey, and discover true meaning in a life lived in the presence of God, not just under the sun.

October 9, 2025 . Cole Williams

In our sermon series, Everything is Meaningless... Or is it?, Pastor Levi Matteson talks about you can be in the house of God and still miss the reality of God. Worship must be approached with reverence, attentiveness, and integrity. Including 1. Guard Your Steps (Ecc. 5:1-3), 2. Watch What You Offer (Ecc. 5:2, 4-6), and 3. Remember the Reality of God (Ecc. 5:7). This episode of the Evangel Houghton podcast is a Sunday message from Evangel Community Church, Houghton, Michigan, October 12, 2025.

Today marks the beginning of a new sermon series, Meaning(Less).  This morning's message, Merest Breath, reminds us of what truly has meaning in our lives and what is meaningless.  In the overall timeline of God's creation, our lives are like a mere breath -- temporary and quickly over, so it's important to learn how to live in true connection with God. 

Pastor John delivers the next sermon in our Meaningless series.  We learn how trying to find significance here on Earth is meaningless, and how we can find true significance in God.  

Solomon had everything—wealth, wisdom, success—and still felt empty. In this opening message from Under the Son, we begin our journey through Ecclesiastes and discover that a life “under the sun” will always leave us wanting more. Pastor Dave challenges us to stop chasing satisfaction in what's temporary and start living for what's eternal—life “under the Son.”

In our sermon series, Everything is Meaningless... Or is it?, Pastor Levi Matteson talks about how life under the sun is broken by corruption, death, evil, envy, and loneliness, but there is hope because Jesus has already overcome everything under the sun. From Ecclesiastes 3:16 through 4:16, including: 1. Corruption Under the Sun (Ecc. 3:16–17), 2. Death Under the Sun (Ecc. 3:18–22), 3. Evil Under the Sun (Ecc. 4:1–3), 4. Envy Under the Sun (Ecc. 4:4–8), 5. Loneliness Under the Sun (Ecc. 4:9–16), and 6. Joy: Jesus Under the Sun (John 16:33). This episode of the Evangel Houghton podcast is a Sunday message from Evangel Community Church, Houghton, Michigan, October 5, 2025.

In our sermon series, Everything is Meaningless... Or is it?, Pastor Levi Matteson talks about the tension we all feel, from Ecclesiastes 3, including 1 We Don't Schedule Tears, 2 The Eternity Question Answered with Who not Why, 3 Gift vs. Gain, and 4 Hope in the Tears. This episode of the Evangel Houghton podcast is a Sunday message from Evangel Community Church, Houghton, Michigan, September 28, 2025.

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http://Patreon.com/thebpdshow“Thoughts and Prayers of Officials Mean Nothing to God Without Action.” In the wake of the Annunciation Catholic School tragedy in Minneapolis, this sermon confronts the hypocrisy of politicians who offer “thoughts and prayers” while refusing to act against gun violence. Drawing on Isaiah, James, Micah, Amos, and more, Pastor Ben exposes how God rejects empty prayers, condemns faith without works, and holds leaders accountable for blood on their hands. This is a biblical exegesis on gun violence, political idolatry, and the NRA's grip on America. After the sermon, stay tuned for powerful commentary and analysis from the Black Family Channel family: DJ Xclusive, Rebecca Azor, Clickbaity Political Thirsttrap, Georgia Fort, Attorney Augustus Corbett, Dr. Carl Mack, and Pastors Jada and Ben. Timestamps 0:00 – Pastor Ben 3-Minute Sermon: “Thoughts and Prayers Are Meaningless Without Action” 3:15 – Bible Trivia 4:00 – Rebecca Azor 6:06 – Clickbaity Political Thirsttrap 8:13 – Here's the Truth with Georgia Fort 9:13 – Attorney Augustus Corbett (Defiant Lawyers Network) 11:08 – Answer to the Trivia Question 11:48 – Black History with Dr. Carl Mack 14:21 – Pastor Jada Become a patron! h

Verno and Jacoby briefly go through some of the meaningless news around the league before Verno reads a message from a listener about a special sighting on one of the islands of Hawaii. Next, the guys come up with 10 different scenarios for the upcoming season and debate which would be the more likely outcome. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(01:04) Meaningless news(07:28) Strahinja Jokic sighting in Hawaii(14:57) Which is more likely: LeBron has played in his last NBA Finals, that Steph has, or that KD has?(20:12) Which is more likely: Wemby or Jalen Brunson is top five in MVP voting?(26:39) Which is more likely: Zion plays 65-plus games, or MPJ leads the league in scoring?(30:32) Which is more likely: Grizzlies or Mavs hit the over on 40.5 wins?(35:00) Which is more likely: Celtics, Bucks, or Pacers make the playoffs?(40:45) Which is more likely: Joel Embiid misses the season, or the Labubus that Verno bought Jacoby's kids are fake?(51:40) Which is more likely: Malik Beasley or Michael Malone is on an NBA bench by the All-Star break?(57:19) Which is more likely: Deandre Ayton enters the All-Star conversation, or LeBron gets traded?(59:52) Which is more likely: Jacoby scores 25-plus in a men's league game, or an NBA player scores 80 in a game?(01:01:44) Which is more likely: Taylor and Travis get married by the end of the NFL season, or Klay and Megan get married by the end of the NBA season? Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers: Jessie LopezSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices