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When God Calls, You Burn the Backup!

Feb 2, 2025    Pastor Michael Larson

Are you holding on to a Plan B when God has called you to Plan A? Too many people never step into their destiny because they refuse to let go of their past. But Elisha shows us a radical way to respond to God’s call—he burned the backup plan!


1 Kings 19:19-21 tells us that when Elijah called Elisha to follow him, Elisha didn't hesitate. Instead, he slaughtered his oxen, burned his plow, and threw a feast for his community. He didn’t leave a safety net—he left everything behind to step into God’s calling.


What can we learn from Elisha?

1️. Radical Obedience Requires Radical Action

Elisha didn’t just say yes—he showed it. He eliminated every excuse to turn back. Are you willing to remove the things that keep you from fully following God?

2️. You Can’t Step Into What’s Next While Holding Onto What Was

Your past may have been comfortable, but your destiny is calling! Elisha had a good life, but he knew God had something greater. Sometimes, God calls us to burn the old so we can embrace the new.

3.  Faith Means Trusting God With the Unknown

Elisha didn’t ask for a roadmap. He just obeyed. When God calls you, will you trust Him even when you can’t see the whole picture?

4️. No More Backups—Just Breakthroughs

Burning the plow symbolizes a full surrender. No turning back, no regrets—just faith in God’s greater plan. What backup plan is keeping you from stepping fully into God’s purpose?


 It’s time to BURN THE BACKUP PLAN and step into your divine destiny!