{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/62a398e20d5d8100137e4d36/6a2618a9ebd8b0fa7321ec46?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Hard Rock Belongs in the Church:  The Truth Behind the Ministry of Relentless Flood","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/62a398e20d5d8100137e4d36/1780881263051-e17ac57d-dbd3-4318-a2a5-81192565b302.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode, we sit down with Relentless Flood, one of the most impactful bands in the Christian Hard Rock and Christian Metal scene. Known for their high energy sound, bold faith, and purpose driven lyrics, the band joins us to talk about their mission, their music, and their upcoming performance at Breaking Darkness Music Festival.</p><p>We kick things off with introductions as each member shares who they are and what they do in the band — and from there, the conversation gets powerful fast.</p><p>________________________________________</p><p>⚡ The Purpose Behind Relentless Flood</p><p>Relentless Flood describes their music as “high energy hard rock with a purpose.”</p><p>So what is that purpose?</p><p>We dive into:</p><p>• How the band discovered the mission behind their music</p><p>• Why purpose matters in Christian Hard Rock</p><p>• How God shaped their calling over more than a decade of ministry</p><p>• What it means to create heavy music that points people to Christ</p><p>________________________________________</p><p>⛪ Hard Rock &amp; the Christian Faith</p><p>We explore a topic many believers wrestle with:</p><p>What role should hard rock have in the church today?</p><p>From the band’s perspective:</p><p>• Why heavy music reaches people traditional worship often doesn’t</p><p>• How hard rock can break chains, confront darkness, and speak truth</p><p>• Why passion, volume, and intensity can be powerful tools for the Gospel</p><p>________________________________________</p><p>🥁 Marshall’s Wild Talent: Drums + Lead Vocals</p><p>At one point, Marshall was both the drummer AND lead vocalist — a rare combination in any genre.</p><p>We talk about:</p><p>• How he discovered he could do both</p><p>• The discipline and coordination it takes</p><p>• Why most people struggle to walk and chew gum, but he can drum and sing with precision</p><p>________________________________________</p><p>🎵 Featured Song: “Never Again”</p><p>From their extensive catalog, one track stands out for tonight’s show: “Never Again.”</p><p>We unpack:</p><p>• The meaning behind the song</p><p>• The spiritual weight of saying “never again”</p><p>• Why repentance isn’t just about avoiding obvious sin</p><p>• How even good things can become sinful when done with the wrong motive</p><p>This ties directly into Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 6:1–4, where He exposes the Pharisees’ motives behind their giving.</p><p>Right Action + Wrong Motive = Sin</p><p>________________________________________</p><p>🔥 Personal Reflections: What Have YOU Said “Never Again” To?</p><p>The band opens up about moments when they had to say “never again” — not to sinful behaviors, but to good things done outside of God’s will.</p><p>Because sometimes:</p><p>• It’s not adultery or addiction that trips us up</p><p>• It’s doing the right thing for the wrong reason</p><p>• It’s serving God with mixed motives</p><p>• It’s choosing activity over obedience</p><p>________________________________________</p><p>🎤 Breaking Darkness Music Festival</p><p>Relentless Flood will be live on stage at the Breaking Darkness Music Festival, and each member shares why this event matters to them personally.</p><p>We talk about:</p><p>• The mission of the festival</p><p>• The unity of the Christian Rock &amp; Metal community</p><p>• Why events like this are vital in a culture growing darker by the day</p><p><br></p><p>🎟️Get Tickets for Breaking Darkness Music Festival Here: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqazRwQnVGYVktVXl5T2p4WGUxeXFFN1ZTbkkyUXxBQ3Jtc0tsdWFOZ2N6UW14NlVkd24td0N3eTVycGtJc0FVVG8wajdvaUpXaDRhamh6cmFZYlYtbVlzbTRYVkROaW1aN21DbUgxWTFkOUpzNWFoQkJMMzE1ampjaFMycFNhTkwxbl9zeDhybERoWDQyN3ZfOE5oZw&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fbreakingdarkness.com%2F&amp;v=FfX2CaP6H5E\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://breakingdarkness.com/</a></p><p>________________________________________</p><p>🎧 If You Love Christian Hard Rock &amp; Christian Metal…</p><p>This episode is packed with:</p><p>• Purpose</p><p>• Testimony</p><p>• Heavy riffs</p><p>• Biblical truth</p><p>• Real conversations about faith and motive</p><p>Whether you’re a longtime fan of Relentless Flood or discovering them for the first time, this interview will challenge, encourage, and inspire you.</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoy bands such as All That Remains and Breaking Benjamin, you will definitely enjoy the music of Relentless Flood.</p><p><br></p><p>Find Out More About Relentless Flood Here: <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/relentlessflood\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">&nbsp;<img src=\"https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/social_media/facebook_1x.png\">&nbsp;/&nbsp;relentlessflood&nbsp;&nbsp;</a></p><p><br></p><p>Find Out More About Lithoscry Here: <a href=\"https://lithoscry.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://lithoscry.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Get A Poe's Cawfee Time Coffee Mug Here: <a href=\"https://lithos-shop.launchcart.store/poes-cawfee-time-coffee-mug/p/p0w9g6m\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://lithos-shop.launchcart.store/...</a></p>","author_name":"Lithoscry"}