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Unexpected King - Palm Sunday

Ever had a moment where reality didn't match the "power-on" version in your head? 💡🌑
Two weeks ago at the Emmaus Walk, the lights went out. Recently, the Northern Lights appeared in our own backyards—but only for those who got away from the artificial lights.
Life is full of "unexpected" moments that catch us off guard.
Join us this Palm Sunday as we pivot from our series on the Prophet Elisha to the streets of Jerusalem. 🌴 The crowd was ready for an "Elisha-sized" miracle.
They wanted a double-portion King to strike down their enemies. They shouted "Hosanna!" (Save us!), but they were looking for a King who acted like a man... not a King who was actually God.
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When the Lights Go Out: Finding Your Edge at the Jordan

Have you ever felt like you were just "swinging the handle"? You’re going through the motions—parenting, working, even serving at church—but the "bite" is gone. The power is out. The edge is at the bottom of the river.
The Message: In our Elisha Series finale, we dive into one of the most unusual miracles in the Bible: the floating ax head. But this isn't just ancient history. This past month, during the Heart of Ohio Men’s Emmaus Walk, we lived this story. On Friday afternoon, the power went out at the camp. With 12 talks left and two days of darkness ahead, we had to face a hard truth: Many of us have been living in a spiritual blackout for years.
In this broadcast, we explore:
The Diagnostic Question: Elisha doesn't ask "Why?" He asks "Where?"
The Friday Blackout: What to do when the "machinery" of your life stops working.
The 3:30 Miracle: Why God’s restoration often comes just an hour before the deadline.
The Participation Principle: God makes it float, but you have to lift it out. Watch now to discover how the "Wood of the Cross" defies the spiritual gravity of your past.
 
Action Step: Are you ready to stop swinging a broken handle? Type "LIFT IT OUT" in the comments if you’re claiming your restoration today!
Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49582127
#ElishaSeries #Restoration #EmmausWalk #FaithUnderFire #LindenChurch #TheRestoredEdge
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LENT | CATCHING THE MANTLE Guest: David Wood|Generation Echo

CATCHING THE MANTLE Guest: David Wood|Generation Echo
What does it look like to follow God when the cost is everything?
In this episode of our Elisha series, You will meet David Wood, the founder of Generation Echo. David is a "Modern Elisha" who recently sold his belongings and moved into an RV to mobilize a surge of 100,000 missionaries to the unreached.
You will discover:
✅ The "Epic Fury" of the Spirit: Why the Underground Church in Iran is exploding in growth while facing intense pressure.
✅ The St. Patrick Legacy: How a former slave "burned his plows" to win a pagan nation (and why it matters for us next week).
✅ The 4 Battle Positions: David Wood’s strategic pillars for reaching 3.4 billion unreached people.
✅ 2 Kings 3 & 4 Applied: How to "dig ditches" in your desert and trust God for the multiplication of the oil.
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LENT | What if Your 'Not Enough' Is Exactly Where God Starts? - Wk 3

The world is changing fast. Between the headlines of military strikes in the Middle East and the pressure of our own daily lives, the old "scripts" of security aren't working anymore.
 
It’s time to Burn the Script.
 
We’re looking at 2 Kings 4—a story of a widow who was down to her last jar of oil while a creditor was at the door.
 
If you feel like life is demanding more than you have to give, this service is designed for you.
 
What to Expect: Real talk about the current global crisis and where God is in the midst of it. A community that believes you were Blessed to be a Blessing.
 
#ChurchOnline #Lent2026 #BurnTheScript #ElishaSeries #SundayMorning
 
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Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49575065
 
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LENT | STOP PLOWING. START DIGGING - Week 2

Ever feel like you just can’t take any more? ✋
Maybe you’re in what we call the "Practical Wilderness." You’ve burned the plow, you’re trying to follow God, but everything feels bone-dry. The car breaks, the kids are struggling, and the "rain" just isn't falling.
This week, we’re learning from the Prophet Elisha that only God can send the water, but sometimes He asks YOU to dig the ditch.
Faith doesn’t deny that the ground is dry; faith decides to believe what God SAYS over what you SEE. If you’re waiting on a "Suddenly" from God, it’s time to grab your shovel and start worshiping in the middle of your desert! 🏜️✨
Join the Conversation: What is one "ditch" you are digging this week? Is it a ditch of prayer? A ditch of kindness in your marriage? A ditch of trust in your finances? Let us know in the comments so the team can pray with you! 👇
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Worship Notes on YouVersion: https://www.bible.com/events/49571658
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The Mystery of the Mirror: why marriage is actually a 'movie trailer'.

Did you know your relationship status (whether you’re a newlywed like Burch, single, or married for decades) is actually a "movie trailer" for the greatest love story ever told?
In this episode of Heartfelt's Pastor Corner, Pastor Tom Roepke joins co-hosts Burch and Elisa on Heartfelt Mornings and dives into The Mystery of the Mirror.
We’re exploring Ephesians 5 and 1 Kings 19 to see why Jesus "burned the plow" of Heaven to commit to you.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re just "dating" God—wondering if He’s going to break up with you over your "spiritual morning breath"—this conversation is for you.
You'll want to listen to the first 60 seconds again and hear a familiar voice for a thoughtful reflection from the Bible...(hint...MZ)
#HeartfeltRadio #BurningThePlow #Lent2026 #ChristianRadio #MarriageMystery #GospelGrace #919FM

Is it time to Burn the Script?

Most of us spend our lives plowing the "12th row"—doing the same chores, facing the same dirt, and following a routine that feels smaller than our spirit. We want More, but we’re afraid to let go of the handles of the plow.
Today, we launch our new series, ELISHA: Burn the Script. We’re looking at how an ordinary guy behind an oxen team became a history-maker by destroying his "Plan B."
Listen to this if you’re ready to:
✅ Break the cycle of spiritual stagnation.
✅ Identify the "safety nets" holding you back from your calling.
✅ Start a 40-day journey toward a more passionate, purposeful life.
💬 Join the Conversation: What is one "habit" or "script" you feel like you need to let go of this year? Let us know in the comments!
 
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The Practical Wilderness: Finding Rest When Your Wine Runs Out

If our recent series on Habits was the classroom, Lent is the field test.
Yesterday was Valentine’s Day, but today is the reality check. Join us as we explore how our spiritual disciplines move from "checklists" to "lifelines" in the deep waters of life.
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