LRPC Sermon Archives

What would you say to the next generation if you knew your time on earth was running out?
In this episode of Pastor’s Corner, Pastor Tom Roepke joins Heartfelt Mornings hosts Burch and Lisa to unpack a deeply moving, urgent perspective on life, family, and cultural stewardship inspired by a recent address from former U.S. Senator Ben Sasse.
Speaking at the Manhattan Institute while facing a terminal cancer diagnosis, Sasse chose to look past Washington politics and target the true battleground of our era: the human soul and the local family table.
Join us as we explore what it means to live "on the clock" with a robust biblical worldview. We live in the most abundant era in human history, yet our culture is drowning in digital anxiety, gluttony, and grievance. How do we fight back? By cultivating true biblical virtue, practicing "Tech Sabbaths," and choosing the slow, local, inconvenient work of discipleship.
We ground this life-overview in two foundational scripture passages:
📖 Mark 8:36–37 – The danger of gaining the world but forfeiting the soul. 
📖 Deuteronomy 6:6–7 – God's local, relational design for family discipleship.
No matter what the future holds, our times are in God's sovereign hands. It’s time to roll up our sleeves, put down our screens, and plant our "apple trees" today.
🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED: To read or watch Ben Sasse’s full, profound address, visit the Manhattan Institute webpage: https://www.city-journal.org/article/ben-sasse-manhattan-institute-americans-habits
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YzziAtD94rA
 
 

We're launching our brand-new series, "Crushing Chaos," inspired by the insights of Pastor Manny Arango.
If your life, your calendar, or your mind has felt like a whirlwind lately, you are not alone. But what if the answer to your chaos isn’t a change of scenery? What if the answer isn't peace... but order?
Let's talk about "The Infrastructure of Impact," a look at the radical truth hidden in Genesis 1 and Isaiah 27. God isn't intimidated by your mess; He sees it as raw material for a miracle.
Learn how to draw the sword of divine order, dust off your daily habits, and build a character strong enough to carry the weight of your purpose.
✨ COMPASSION INTERNATIONAL SPONSORSHIP: Last week was Compassion Sunday! If you missed it or want to step up to be an infrastructure of hope for a child waiting for a sponsor, we want to hear from you. Email Pastor Tom directly at 📧 pastor@lindenroad.church and our team will get you all the details. 💬
JOIN THE CONVERSATION: What’s your "Chaos Scale" number today? (1 = Totally Zen, 10 = Beautiful Disaster). Let us know in the comments below!
RESOURCES MENTIONED: 📍 You Were Never Meant to Parent Alone: Download our free guide and find your village here: https://www.lindenroad.church/you-were-never-meant-to-parent-alone/
🌍 Sponsor a Child: Join Pastor Tom & Melinda in supporting the work of Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/sponsor-a-child/?countries=KE
#CrushingChaos #LindenRoadChurch #DivineOrder #MannyArango #CompassionInternational
Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49609786
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Happy Mother’s Day! Today, we celebrate the women who have nurtured, led, and loved us. But today is also a special "one-off" bridge message as we transition from our "Unstoppable Acts" series.
In 2013, Pastor Tom traveled to Kenya—from the dense urban slums of Kiberra to the lush mountains above Lake Victoria. In this message, he shares a "hidden chapter" of his journey and how it fundamentally shifted his understanding of God’s heart for justice, generosity, and compassion.
In this message, we explore:
The Power of "Womb-Love": Understanding the Hebrew word rakhum (Compassion) and how God uses a mother’s heart to describe His own.
The Speaking Stick: A lesson from the Maasai warriors on dignity and giving a voice to the silenced.
Does it work? Looking at the 2013 study on how child sponsorship creates a lifelong "Solid Rock" of hope.
RESOURCES MENTIONED: 📍 You Were Never Meant to Parent Alone: Download our free guide and find your community here: https://www.lindenroad.church/you-were-never-meant-to-parent-alone/
🌍 Sponsor a Child: Join Pastor Tom & Melinda in supporting the work of Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/sponsor-a-child/?countries=KE
#MothersDay #CompassionSunday #LindenRoadChurch #NdiyeMwambaNiSalama #Kenya
Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49606463
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In the series finale of Unstoppable Acts, Pastor Tom explores what it means to live out our "Fourth Day"—the life we lead after the mountaintop experience ends.
Using the metaphor of a "Strava Beacon," we look at how the Holy Spirit provides us with a signal of safety and direction, and how we are called to be a "live beacon" for others.
Today, we hear more from Steven and Devin about their wild experience during a 50mph windstorm and a total power outage. From dealing with "impostor syndrome" to facing the shadows of the past, their stories prove that God doesn't waste our suffering—He turns it into a witness.
* The "Dunamis" Power: How the Holy Spirit acts like dynamite to blow up our fears and reveal Christ’s character.
* The Three Chunks: A simple way to share your faith story without using "churchy" words.
Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49602773
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In this special third session of our 'Unstoppable Acts' series, Pastor Tom Roepke sits down with Steven Montgomery and Devin McIntosh to discuss their transformative experience during the Walk to Emmaus (March 12-15, 2026).
The weekend was anything but 'controlled.' At 2:00 PM on Friday, 50mph winds knocked out the power, leaving the group in a literal blackout until Sunday afternoon. But as we’ve learned in this series, the Holy Spirit’s Transformation Power (Dunamis) doesn't need a power grid to work.
In today's message, we explore:
The Artemis III Parallel: Moving from just 'orbiting' our faith to actually landing and walking on the surface.
Trust in the Dark: How Steven and Devin navigated spiritual warfare, financial stress (that car payment!), and the silence of a blackout.
The 'Take Two' Grace: Hear the story of how our first recording was lost to an error message, and why the 'reset' led to an even deeper testimony.
The Emmaus Road (Luke 24): Why Jesus often meets us when we are 'downcast' and walking away, rather than when we have it all together.
Seven weeks later, the 'retreat high' hasn't faded. Instead, it has turned into 'unwavering gratitude.' Join us as we bridge the gap between the ancient Road to Emmaus and the modern mission of being a witness in 2026.
Connect With Us: If you are feeling 'directionally challenged' or sitting in a blackout of your own, we want to pray with you. Reach out in the comments or visit our website.
Next Week: Don't miss the series finale—Week 4: The Responsibility to Share. We’re moving from the 'pews' to the 'pavement' as we learn how to share our own 'Before, During, and After' stories.
#UnstoppableActs #WalkToEmmaus #ArtemisIII #FaithInTheDark #Testimony #HolySpirit #Luke24"
Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49598689
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We step off in Week 2 of our Unstoppable series to head back to the "launchpad" to discover how to escape the gravity of our old nature.
Using the Artemis 2 moon mission and a live "chemistry lab", we’ll see how the Holy Spirit acts as Holy Dynamite—not just improving our lives, but transforming us from the inside out. 🧪💥
From the explosive "Dunamis" power of Acts 1:8 to the heart behind our new "Can I Pray For You?" street campaign, this message is a roadmap for anyone ready to move from stagnant to unstoppable. Whether you’re a student or a grandparent, it’s time to see what happens when an ancient promise meets an explosive future.
WANT PRAYER? 🙏 Our "Can I Pray For You?" campaign is active! If you need someone to stand with you in prayer, text or call us at 419-5298-8724. Our team is ready to connect with you.
CONNECT WITH US:
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📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lindenroadchurch
#Unstoppable #Artemis2 #HolySpirit #ChurchOnline #ChemistryOfGrowth #Acts18 #ChristianLiving
Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49594579
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The mission didn't end at the empty tomb... it was just getting started! 💥
We're launching a brand-new series: UNSTOPPABLE.
We’ve seen the "Against All Odds" miracles of Elisha and the life-changing power of Easter. Now, as the Artemis 2 crew returns home with a new perspective from the stars, we’re looking at how to find our "land legs" and live out God’s mission right here on the ground. 🌎✨
Whether you’re a student, a parent, or just looking for a "Monday morning" purpose that actually sticks—this series is for you. You were blessed to be a blessing, and the Spirit of God is making us UNSTOPPABLE.
PRO TIP: Don't be the person who leaves the theater before the post-credits scene. The best part of the story starts NOW. 🍿🙌
#Unstoppable #ActsSeries #AgainstAllOdds #Artemis2 #EasterIsJustTheBeginning
Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49591646
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The odds were a million to one... but the grave is empty! 📢
This Easter Sunday, we aren’t just looking back at a historical miracle—we are exploring how to live in that reality every single day.
If the Resurrection was the greatest "YES" in history, how does that change the way we wake up on Monday morning?
Join us as we move past the tradition and into the transformation. Discover how the Cross, the Resurrection, and the Ascension aren't just stories from a book, but actual resources for your life, your family, and your future.
Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49587559
#Easter2026 #MondayMorningMiracle #TheRealityOfEaster #NewCreation #OnlineCommunity
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