What happens when the resources run out and the fire of suffering is right before you? In this week’s episode, I share how God has been teaching me to trust Him fully in the wilderness of unemployment.

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Credits

Wilderness of Unemployment is written and produced by Brian Eckard

Scriptures from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission of Zondervan.

Music generated by Suno AI Music Generator Songs: Eyes of Faith, lyrics inspired by Matthew 9:27-31; Chosen by Name, lyrics inspired by Isaiah 43:1 and John 15:16; Faith and Fortress, lyrics based on Hebrews 11:6 and Psalm 18:2; Precious in Your Eyes, lyrics inspired by Isaiah 43:3-4.

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Today, we continue our journey through the wilderness of unemployment. Let’s talk honestly for a moment. Have you ever faced unemployment? Maybe you’ve lost a job, or maybe you’re searching and the doors just won’t open. It’s heavy, isn’t it? It feels like the ground has shifted beneath you.

Now listen to what Jesus says in Luke 21:29–33: “Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away” (Luke 21:33, NIV). Think about that. Jobs, careers, financial systems—they all pass away. They’re temporary. But His Word? That’s eternal. That’s the anchor you can hold onto when everything else feels uncertain.

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Credits

Wilderness of Unemployment is written and produced by Brian Eckard

Scriptures from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission of Zondervan.

Music generated by Suno AI Music Generator Songs: The Fig Tree’s Whisper, lyrics inspired by Luke 21:29–33; Joy in the Trial, lyrics inspired by Philippians 1:29 and James 1:2–3; Treasure That Will Not Fade, lyrics based on Matthew 6:19–20, Matthew 6:33, Luke 9:23, Matthew 7:7, 2 Peter 3:9, 1 John 3:1, and Luke 21:33; Wings of Mercy inspired by 1 John 3:1, 2 Peter 3:9, and Isaiah 40:31.

Our podcast theme music provided by NCSMusic: Song: On the Up Author: Zapsplat.com and Song Stay Away Author: Zapsplat.com

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Copyright 2025 by Brian Eckard, all rights reserved.

Today, we journey together through the wilderness of unemployment—a situation familiar to many. Although it brings significant challenges, it is also a time when faith can be especially uplifting, helping individuals navigate financial uncertainty and supporting them through difficult periods

If you like this podcast, you'll love the book that inspired it! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the details here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The audiobook is now available at Audible and Amazon.com!

Credits

Wilderness of Unemployment is written and produced by Brian Eckard

Scriptures from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission of Zondervan.

Music generated by Suno AI Music Generator Songs: Mountains Will Move, Rivers Will Rise, lyrics inspired by Mark 11, Luke 17, and Isaiah 43; Through the Waters, Through the Fire, lyrics inspired by Isaiah 43; Wings Like Eagles, lyrics based on Isaiah 40:31; The One Who Calms the Storm inspired by this episode.

Our podcast theme music provided by NCSMusic: Song: On the Up Author: Zapsplat.com and Song Stay Away Author: Zapsplat.com

Be a blessing and sow this podcast forward by sharing the link to a family member or friend in need.

Copyright 2025 by Brian Eckard, all rights reserved.

Notes

1. Andrew Murray, With Christ in the School of Prayer (London: James Nisbet & Co., 1885), 15.

2. William L. Lane, The Gospel of Mark, New International Commentary on the New Testament (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1974), 402.

3. Joel B. Green, The Gospel of Luke, New International Commentary on the New Testament (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1997), 602.

4. N.T. Wright, Luke for Everyone (London: SPCK, 2004), 214.

5. John N. Oswalt, The Book of Isaiah: Chapters 40–66, New International Commentary on the Old Testament (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1998), 146.

6. Beth Melekh, Isaiah 43 Commentary (Messianic Jewish reflections, 2015).

7. J.I. Packer, Knowing God (Downers Grove: InterVarsity Press, 1973), 69.

Bibliography

Green, Joel B. The Gospel of Luke. New International Commentary on the New Testament. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1997.

Lane, William L. The Gospel of Mark. New International Commentary on the New Testament. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1974.

Melekh, Beth. Isaiah 43 Commentary. Messianic Jewish reflections, 2015.

Murray, Andrew. With Christ in the School of Prayer. London: James Nisbet & Co., 1885.

Oswalt, John N. The Book of Isaiah: Chapters 40–66. New International Commentary on the Old Testament. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1998.

Packer, J.I. Knowing God. Downers Grove: InterVarsity Press, 1973.

Wright, N.T. Luke for Everyone. London: SPCK, 2004.