Ep 25. Elijah
- May 3, 1998
- 46 min
In Touched By An Angel season 4 episode 25, entitled "Elijah," the angels Monica, Tess, and Andrew are sent on a mission to help a young boy named Elijah. Elijah lives with his mother and grandmother in a poverty-stricken neighborhood, and his mother struggles to make ends meet. Elijah's father had left them years ago, and Elijah feels like he needs to step up and help provide for the family.
Elijah's desire to help his family leads him to make some questionable decisions, including stealing and selling drugs. When his grandmother discovers what he's been doing, she reaches out to the angels for help. Monica is assigned to be Elijah's "guardian angel" and help guide him on the right path.
The angels quickly realize that Elijah is a gifted musician, playing the piano and composing beautiful music. Monica encourages Elijah to pursue his musical talents, and introduces him to a music teacher who could help him improve. However, Elijah is hesitant to put his time and energy into something that doesn't provide immediate financial gain.
As Monica and the other angels work with Elijah, they learn more about his family and the struggles they face. His mother works long hours at a low-paying job and is barely able to provide for her family. Elijah's grandmother has suffered from a stroke and requires costly medical care. Elijah feels like he needs to take care of his family on his own, and his actions are a result of his desperation.
The angels try to show Elijah that there are other ways to support his family, and that his musical talents could provide him with future opportunities. They also introduce him to a group of young musicians who have similar interests and dreams. Through these interactions, Elijah begins to see a different path for his life.
As the episode progresses, Monica and the other angels help Elijah to make better choices and prioritize his future goals. He begins to practice his music regularly, and his talents improve rapidly. Monica also helps Elijah to see that his family needs more than just financial support; they need his love and support as well.
Throughout the episode, the angels work to help Elijah overcome his fears and doubts, and to see the potential he has to make a positive impact in the world. By the end of the episode, Elijah has grown in many ways, and the angels are hopeful for his future.
Touched By An Angel season 4 episode 25, "Elijah," is a heartwarming story of hope and redemption. It shows that with love, support, and guidance, anyone can overcome their challenges and achieve their dreams.