Mercy Culture

In this episode of Spiritual Leadership, host Landon Schott sits down with Tim Barton, President of Wall Builders, to dive deep into the complex and often misunderstood topic of Christian nationalism. They discuss the role of Christians in politics, the importance of promoting biblical values in government, and the difference between being a 'real Christian' and a conservative. They also address the controversial notion of whether one can be a Christian and a Democrat, and explore the growing divide between Christianity and modern conservatism. This podcast aims to help leaders become spiritual leaders by exploring these crucial societal and spiritual issues.

Pastor Will Ford’s sermon, It’s Time to Level Up, calls Mercy Culture East Fort Worth and the body of Christ to recognize that the year of Radical Love has prepared the church for greater spiritual authority and responsibility. Using David and the Cave of Adullam, he teaches that seasons of distress are often God’s training ground, transforming broken people into mature sons and daughters who can carry authority for others. Pastor Will contrasts immature, self-centered leadership with fathered, entrusted authority, emphasizing that true promotion flows from intimacy with God and a willingness to take responsibility. He challenges the church to stop despising small beginnings, stand for what God has entrusted to them, and “get God into” families, cities, and systems, declaring that the church is coming out of this season transformed, united, and ready to level up together.

In this message, Pastor Chris Donald shares why Immanuel, God with us is the greatest gift of radical love. Using Matthew 1:18–25, he reminds us that Christmas is about God coming near and removing all distance between Himself and humanity. Pastor Chris explores what is found within this gift, Jesus as the Light of the World, the Wonderful Counselor, and the Prince of Peace, while calling listeners to return to daily dependence on Christ and rediscover the truth that Jesus is enough. The vision of Mercy Culture is to take people from corporate encounters with God to daily personal encounters with God. At Mercy Culture, one of our unique characteristics is that we are a presence driven church. We are not built around any person or ministry. We are built around the presence of God. Each week, you will hear a teaching from our Lead Pastors, Les and Nikki Cody or another leader in our community. To learn more about Mercy Culture, visit https://mercyculturewaco.com

Radical Obedience explores what it truly means to follow God in every area of life—personally, publicly, and directionally. Pastor Clay teaches that obedience is not pressure but spiritual nourishment, the very thing that sustained Jesus. The message calls us out of Western-driven striving and into a life formed by daily encounters, humility, repentance, and saying yes to God in the small things. When we obey in order, God brings clarity, opens the right doors, redirects the wrong ones, and leads us into a harvest we didn’t plant.

In this episode of Holy Disruption, host Heather Schott speaks with Pastor Paula White, the recently appointed senior advisor with 25 years of connection to President Trump. Paula shares her journey from a tumultuous childhood to becoming a pivotal spiritual leader influence. They discuss Paula’s involvement with President Trump, her extensive work in rescuing missing children, the adversity she faced including personal and professional attacks, and the impact of political decisions on religious freedoms. The episode explores heavy topics such as human trafficking, abortion, and the importance of the church's role in advocating for righteousness and justice. It concludes with a prayer for wisdom and protection for Paula White and President Trump, emphasizing the urgency for Christians to stand firm and engage in societal and political activism.