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Episode 27

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6th Apr 2026

When Your Life Feels Like a Filler Episode

Episode Title: When Your Life Feels Like a Filler Episode

Episode Description:

Isaac got two chapters. Abraham got thirteen. Same covenant, same God, but vastly different stories. What do you do when you realize your life might never be the highlight-reel story you expected? In Genesis 27, Chad wrestles with wanting the Abraham story while living the Isaac life—and discovers that faithfulness doesn't require big moments to matter.

In This Episode:

  • Why Isaac's two-chapter life initially frustrated Chad—and what it revealed about his own expectations
  • The tension between wanting to make a big difference for God and living a quiet, faithful life
  • What "filler episodes" in TV shows teach us about the everyday moments we often overlook
  • Chad's journey from expecting church ministry to twenty years in corporate work—and why the podcast isn't Plan B
  • Why there's no such thing as a filler life in God's kingdom
  • The question that changes everything: Will it be enough to know you did exactly what God asked you to do?

Key Quote:

"There is no such thing as a filler life in God's kingdom. There's hidden obedience. There's quiet faithfulness. There's everyday consistency. But none of it is wasted."

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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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About the Podcast

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.