Mercy Culture

Toxic Masculinity vs Biblical Manhood | Holy Disruption With Heather Schott

In this episode of 'Holy Disruption' hosted by Heather Schott, Senator Josh Hawley discusses the controversial concept of 'toxic masculinity' and defends the traditional values of biblical manhood. The conversation explores how modern culture attacks masculinity and the family structure, pushing against the destructive ideology that equates all masculinity with being inherently toxic. Senator Hawley highlights the importance of men stepping up to their divine roles as leaders, protectors, and servants in their families and communities. The episode also addresses the rise of feminism, LGBTQ movements, the transgender ideology, and their impact on masculinity and family values. As a solution, both Heather and Senator Hawley call for a revival of biblical principles to restore the family unit and spark a transformative awakening in America.

It's Time to Awaken the Warhorses | Nikki Cody | MC East Fort Worth

Pastor Nikki Cody’s sermon “It’s Time to Awaken the Warhorses” is a prophetic call for the Church to wake up to truth in a culture of deception and to step into the 2025 mandate of Radical Love. Drawing from Jeremiah 1, she teaches that believers are appointed, equipped, and commanded to speak God’s Word with boldness, resisting fear, confusion, and compromise. She reveals the “warhorse” as a picture of the believer trained in pressure, unbothered in battle, fixed on Jesus, anchored in Scripture, and carrying the victory Christ has already won. Through vulnerability about her own battles, she emphasizes that God forms warhorses in hidden obedience, resistance, and devotion to His voice, calling the Church to rise with courage, steadiness, and unwavering allegiance to the Truth.

X Commandments | Do Not Covet | Ps Les Cody | MC Waco

In this message Pastor Les Cody concludes our X Commandments series with the final commandment, do not covet.

This message explores how the unseen root of coveting produces visible sin, an whow if left unchecked, it cascades into the breaking of the other nine commandments. We discover how the seed sin of covering, as seen in 1st Kings 21:1-16, is the internal sin that drives external rebellion. 

This message divulges how we tear down the principality of coveting by lifting up gratitude and generosity. We begin with our foundational text in the Old Testament with a biblical call to radically obey God by being on guard against the infiltrating spirit of Jezebel. We radically love God by not coveting.

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 

X Commandments: Do Not Steal | Landon Schott | MC Fort Worth

This week’s message dives into one of the most misunderstood commandments—“You shall not steal.” But Pastor reveals something deeper: stealing isn’t just about taking possessions… it’s about the condition of the heart, the breakdown of trust, and the areas of our lives where we withhold what belongs to God.

From the two thieves on the cross, to Achan, Judas, Jacob, David, and beyond—Scripture shows that stealing destroys relationship, blocks blessing, and disconnects us from intimacy with God. But in the middle of all of it… there is a Redeeming King who offers mercy even in our darkest moments.

This message confronts:
• The hidden ways we steal without noticing
• How withholding worship, obedience, integrity, and the tithe robs God
• Why trust, not money, is the true root issue
• How giving unlocks encounter, blessing, and restored relationship
• The repentant thief who asked Jesus for nothing but mercy—and received Paradise

You’ll learn what the Bible actually teaches about the tithe, stewardship, spiritual theft, and the heart posture that either closes heaven… or opens the floodgates.

If you’ve ever struggled with trusting God, giving, or letting go of control—this message will hit home in the best way.

Listen now and discover why you radically love God… by not stealing.

How To Find Joy | Spiritual Leadership with Landon Schott

In this episode of 'Spiritual Leadership,' Landon Schott discusses the concept of joy-based warfare. He explains how joy is a spiritual weapon and provides practical advice on choosing and maintaining joy as a strategy to win in spiritual warfare. Schott shares personal experiences and biblical references to highlight the importance of joy in overcoming life's challenges. He also answers questions about the difference between happiness and joy, the impact of joy on leadership burnout, and how to maintain joy around pessimistic individuals. The episode concludes with a prayer and practical steps to integrate joy into daily spiritual practices.

Why We Love Israel | Dr Michael Brown | Fort Worth

Is Adoption the Solution to Abortion? | Holy Disruption With Heather Schott

In this emotionally charged episode of Holy Disruption, host Heather Schott and guests delve into the intricate relationship between adoption and abortion. Featuring Pastor Nate Shatzline, Texas State Rep, and his family, the discussion challenges cultural norms around pregnancy, the foster care system, and the necessity of adoption. The Shatzline family shares their personal adoption story, providing a powerful testimony on why adoption aligns with Christian values and how it can serve as a compassionate alternative to abortion. The episode also calls for an 'adoption revival,' urging churches and believers to step up in support. Key legislative efforts aimed at facilitating adoption are highlighted, emphasizing the need for systemic change. This episode is a compelling call to action for every believer to consider the true spirit of adoption as an integral part of their faith.

X Commandments: Do Not Commit Adultery | Landon Schott

We continue our series on the 10 Commandments, tackling one of the most challenging topics: "You shall not commit adultery."

This message moves beyond the physical act to expose the root of adultery in the heart, as Jesus warned in Matthew 5. We discuss how lust and pornography ("digital adultery") are covenant-breaking, and why sex is a spiritual union that is either worship inside of marriage or warfare outside of it.

We also navigate the painful realities of divorce and remarriage, looking at the few biblical grounds God permits. Finally, we land on the incredible grace of Jesus found in John 8 with the woman caught in adultery.

X Commandments: Do Not Bear False Witness | Nate Schatzline | MC Austin

In this powerful sermon, Ps. Nate Schatzline boldly confronts the growing lack of truth within the Body of Christ.As believers, we’re called to speak truth—no matter how uncomfortable or inconvenient it feels. Yet the enemy has conditioned much of the American Church to compromise and conceal truth under the guise of cultural sensitivity. Satan has prepared a Church that’s comfortable with silence—one that tolerates deception rather than exposes it. But God is raising up a remnant that refuses to water down the Word.

X Commandments: Do Not Covet | Treigh Martinez | MC Dallas

In this powerful close to the Ten Commandments series, Pastor Treigh Martinez exposes the hidden sin of coveting — the internal desire that gives birth to every other sin. Using the stories of Eve, David, and Judas, he reveals how misplaced desire separates us from God and leads to destruction. But there’s hope: contentment is found only in Christ, our greatest provision. This message calls believers to reject the love of the world, resist the lust of the eyes and pride of life, and return to the table of covenant with gratitude and holiness.