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Archives of the weekly teachings at Linden Road Presbyterian Church in Mansfield Ohio. You’ll also find archives of other useful conversations that Pastor Tom Roepke engages in from time to time.

  1. Jun 9

    Crushing Chaos | When Social Media Steals Your Joy

    Are you scrolling more but enjoying life less? 📱👇 In a world that is more digitally connected than ever, why do we feel so lonely, anxious, and isolated? Today, we’re looking at how social media quietly steals our joy and how we can reclaim the power of real, face-to-face presence. We’ll also be celebrating a massive milestone for someone in our church family, Shelby Goddard, on her recent graduation from Franklin University! 🎉 If it’s your first time listening, drop a comment below and say hello! We would love to connect with you. 💬 YOUR ASSIGNMENT THIS WEEK: Don’t just text someone—call them. Don’t just pray for someone—pray with them. Don’t just say you care—show up and choose presence. 👉 NEXT STEPS & LINKS: Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49620870 First Time? Fill out our digital connection card here: https://lindenroad.churchcenter.com/people/forms/126326 Subscribe to our channel so you never miss a gathering! #CraigGroeschel #ChurchOnline #Faith #Community #SocialMedia

    40 min

  2. Jun 6

    Crushing Chaos | Part 4: The Principle of Purpose

    How do we move from simply "surviving" the mess of life to actually "occupying" our God-given purpose? In this powerful conclusion to our 4-week series, Pastor Tom explores Days 5 and 6 of Creation (Genesis 1:20-31), where God transitions from building the infrastructure of the universe to populating it with life. We discover that order is not the end goal—fruitfulness is. In this message: A Legacy Tribute: We celebrate the incredible 92-year life of Jim Welker. Hear firsthand memories of Linden Road’s history and see what it looks like to convert a lifetime of success into Kingdom significance. The 4th Day Story: Hear from Steven, a 27-year-old whose faith has been rekindled, and see how God is using him. The Chaos-Crushing Toolkit: Walk away with 4 practical, daily steps (Presence, Boundaries, Alignment, and Purpose) to keep the "Leviathan" at bay and walk in the peace of Christ. Small but Mighty: An update on our partnership with Grace Episcopal and how Linden Road is turning "Swords into Plowshares." Connect with Us: 📍  💻 Website:Visit our website: www.lindenroad.church #CrushingChaos #LindenRoadChurch #GenesisCreation #Legacy #FaithTestimony #MansfieldOhio Crushing Chaos Toolkit- Download Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49616306 NEW HERE? Connect With Us! 📍 https://lindenroad.churchcenter.com/people/forms/126326 Church Copyright License® AH 22105520 5/1/2026 4/30/2027 Active + CCLI Streaming License® AH 21070807 5/1/2026 4/30/2027 Active

    41 min

  3. May 30

    Crushing Chaos: A Set of Pots, a Pizza Driver, and a God of Order 🍕🍳

    "I know this church." Those were the words of a local delivery driver who walked into Linden Road. Years ago, she was in a difficult place, and this church placed a simple set of kitchenware in her hands. Today? She passed those same pots down to her daughter. Chaos says you’re too small to make a difference. The Principle of Placement says that when a 'good thing' is put in the 'God spot,' it creates a legacy that lasts for generations. J oin Pastor Tom this Sunday for Part 3 of Crushing Chaos. We’re talking about Day 4 of Creation, the "Small but Mighty" heart of Linden Road, and why we are moving our furniture to better serve our city. #CrushingChaos #LindenRoadChurch #SmallButMighty #RichlandGives #ThePrincipleOfPlacement #MannyArango 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 Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49616306 NEW HERE? Connect With Us! 📍 https://lindenroad.churchcenter.com/people/forms/126326 Visit our website: www.lindenroad.church

    32 min

  4. May 23

    The Power of Partition

    It’s Memorial Day weekend, and while many of us are using the three-day break as an absolute escape hatch from our hectic schedules, a vacation won't fix a lack of structure. Today is also Pentecost Sunday, and in Part 2 of our Crushing Chaos series, Pastor Tom drops a truth bomb that will completely reframe your week: "The answer to chaos isn’t peace... it’s order. And Godly order requires PARTITION." In this message, "The Power of Partition," we look at how the Holy Spirit fell like fire not just to give the disciples goosebumps, but to draw a line in the sand—separating them from the chaos of the world for a global destiny. In this episode: 🎙️ A special look at Pastor Tom’s recent segment on Heartfelt Radio's Pastor's Corner. 🔥 How Pentecost mathematically reverses the linguistic chaos of the Tower of Babel. 🛠️ The 3 specific partitions you must let the Holy Spirit draw in your life this week to protect your time, your identity, and your sanity. Missed out on our Compassion International Sunday last week? It's not too late to build an infrastructure of hope for a child in Kenya. Email 📧 pastor@lindenroad.church today! #CrushingChaos #PentecostSunday #MemorialDayWeekend #LindenRoadChurch #ThePowerOfPartition #DivineOrder #MannyArango #HolyHabits 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 Worship Notes on YouVersion: http://bible.com/events/49612623 NEW HERE? Connect With Us! 📍 https://lindenroad.churchcenter.com/people/forms/126326 Visit our website: www.lindenroad.church

    41 min

  5. May 20

    Pastor's Corner - Planting Apple Trees on the Clock

    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

    35 min

  6. May 16

    Crushing Chaos: Is the Water Getting Inside Your Boat? Wk 1

    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 NEW HERE? Connect With Us! 📍 https://lindenroad.churchcenter.com/people/forms/126326 Visit our website: www.lindenroad.church

    29 min

  7. May 9

    The Heart of a Mother, The Way of the King | Compassion Sunday & Mother’s Day

    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 NEW HERE? Connect With Us! 📍 https://lindenroad.churchcenter.com/people/forms/126326 Visit our website: www.lindenroad.church

    36 min

  8. May 1

    Who Is Watching Your Signal?

    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 NEW HERE? Connect With Us! 📍 https://lindenroad.churchcenter.com/people/forms/126326 Visit our website: www.lindenroad.church

    34 min
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Archives of the weekly teachings at Linden Road Presbyterian Church in Mansfield Ohio. You’ll also find archives of other useful conversations that Pastor Tom Roepke engages in from time to time.

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    Linden Road Presbyterian Church
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
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