The History of Elijah Rising

What does the name “Elijah Rising” mean? That’s one of the most frequently asked questions we get, and in this episode, we answer that and more! In this episode, Micah and Adam share the history of Elijah Rising. From when we started as a small prayer meeting in 2012 to now.

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