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13th Apr 2026

When "I'll Pray for You" Isn't Enough

Episode Title: When "I'll Pray for You" Isn't Enough

Episode Description: Isaac didn't just give Jacob travel advice—he spoke God's covenant promises over him before he left. That same night, God confirmed those exact words in a dream. What if the blessings we speak over people prepare them to hear God when He speaks? Chad wrestles with realizing he's lost the art of speaking life, not just promising to pray.

In This Episode:

  • Why Isaac's blessing over Jacob caught Chad's attention in a way the dramatic dream didn't
  • The difference between saying "I'll pray for you" and actually speaking God's words over someone in the moment
  • How a guest speaker's words over teenage Chad still anchor him today—even though he can't remember why he went forward for prayer
  • The pattern in Genesis 28: Isaac spoke blessing, God confirmed it, Jacob responded
  • What Chad is doing to memorize Scripture so he can speak life when the moment comes
  • A challenge to learn God's promises well enough to speak them over the people you encounter
  • A blessing spoken over listeners from Genesis 28

Key Quote:

"What if the blessings we speak over people prepare them to hear God when He speaks? What if our words—when they're rooted in Scripture, in God's promises—create an echo chamber for God's voice?"

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A weekly podcast where we explore God's Word together, one chapter at a time. Every Monday, join me as I share what stood out to me in Scripture and challenge you to discover what stands out to you. It's about going deeper with God in authentic community—heel, toe, heel, toe, one step at a time.

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Leaving the Kid's Table
Do you remember the “kid’s table” when at family holidays or dinners? I do and that is right where I feel I am at, still, in my walk with God. Some look at it as being “ankle deep” in our walk. Either way, I am at a point where I am tired of being in this state. Every Monday at 6 am I will release short episodes where I am going to share what stood out to me in my time with God. At the end of the day it comes down to where scripture meets your story. You may be in the same spot as I am or you are sitting at the adult table or may need to join the kids table. Either option is ok, these episodes are to start the conversation as to “what stands out to you?” and not only grow myself but help others grow as well. "Here's the thing - leaving the kid's table isn't a one-time decision. It's a daily choice. And every day you choose to go deeper, I'll be right here with you."

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Chad Sherlock

Chad is a husband, girl dad, and 20 years in IT. When he's not translating tech into human-speak or performing living room musicals, you'll find him on a mountain, in the woods, or out on the water. He's a Christian who's spent too long at the kid's table in his faith—and he's ready to go deeper. Through his podcast Leaving the Kid's Table, he shares what stands out to him in Scripture each week and invites you into the conversation, because growth happens together, not alone.