Mercy Culture

In this message, Jaco Booyens teaches that God is setting a new standard in East Fort Worth and calling the church to align fully with Jesus as the plumbline of truth. He explains that lowered spiritual standards create compromise, open the door to deception, and produce a “blended gospel” where culture and personal preference dilute Scripture. Jaco warns against blending beliefs with worldly ideologies and calls believers to raise the standard through daily encounters with God, discerning the voices they listen to, exposing lies, and rooting their identity in Christ. The message concludes with a call to break agreement with blended beliefs and elevate Jesus above all as the true standard.

In this message, Pastor Jasmine brings a powerful teaching on the posture of gratitude, drawing insight from Luke 17:1-19. She unpacks what true biblical gratitude looks like, how it not only delights the Lord but also creates divine precedence for Him to move in our lives. Gratitude isn’t just a feeling; it’s a spiritual posture that positions us in God’s presence. Pastor Jasmine also exposes three major thieves of gratitude; entitlement, fear, and bitterness. Revealing how each one subtly pulls believers away from a thankful heart. She teaches that Satan despises your gratitude because gratitude anchors you in God’s presence; if the enemy can steal your gratitude, he can separate you from the nearness of God. This message challenges listeners to begin each day with thanksgiving, recognizing that thanksgiving is the gateway into the Lord’s courts. Pastor Jasmine warns that a lack of gratitude can lead to a hardened or debased mind, and that failing to thank God for what He is doing communicates a deeper ingratitude for what He has already done. Encouraging, convicting, and deeply practical, this teaching calls every believer to cultivate a lifestyle of gratitude—a posture that honors the Lord and shapes the way we walk with Him daily. 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 Love: Courageous Warriors” is a call to rise in an hour of spiritual war. Pastor Matt Wakefield teaches that radical love produces courage—born from daily encounters with God, costly obedience, and compassion that moves us to action. In a world under assault, heaven is summoning warriors who will stand in the gap and recover what the enemy has stolen.

In this message Ps.Will Ford prophesied over Mercy Culture Austin that God is raising up prophetic Nazirite voices in Austin! Like Israel, Austin has a call to raise up prophetic voices, but has resisted and compromised God’s kingdom voices, raised up secular voices, and has contaminated those called to have extreme devotion to the Lord. A Nazirite vow is more about consecration, and less about isolation! The call is to be set apart and separated unto the Lord in intimacy, not separated to be a rogue lone ranger Christian! The consecration and discipline of the Nazirite must spring from the filling of the spirit and the fire of God’s jealousy on your heart 

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.

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.

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. We can paste the below the description on each podcast: 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 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In this powerful episode of Spiritual Leadership with Landon Schott, Landon is joined by Pastor Josh McPherson, the founding pastor of Gray City Church and leader of Stronger Man Nation. They delve deep into the detrimental effects of the spirit of offense on personal and spiritual growth. They discuss the importance of fostering an unoffendable culture within the church and share personal stories of overcoming betrayal and offense through forgiveness. The episode explores how harboring unforgiveness invites demonic activity and stunts spiritual growth, while forgiveness invites God's blessing and presence. The conversation ends with a heartfelt prayer for listeners to release any bitterness and be filled with God's grace and blessing.

Pastor Sean Gleason’s message “Do Not Covet” teaches that coveting is a heart issue that pulls us away from God’s love and fuels jealousy, competition, and selfish ambition. Using the story of the Samaritan woman at the well, he shows how misplaced desire leads to emptiness until we find fulfillment in Jesus, the living water. The cure for coveting is daily encounters with God, humility, and delighting in Him—because when we find satisfaction in His radical love, we need nothing else.

In this powerful message from Pastor Landon Schott, we continue The X Commandments series by uncovering the spiritual weight of the fifth commandment—“Honor your father and mother.” Learn how honor unlocks blessing, protection, and longevity in your life, and how dishonor opens the door to rebellion, broken families, and spiritual warfare. Pastor Landon exposes the difference between biblical honor and cultural rebellion, revealing how the way you treat your parents—and your children—reflects your heart toward God. You’ll discover: •Why honoring your parents is foundational to all of society •The dangers of rebellion and how it partners with witchcraft •The difference between loving discipline and abusive control •How to lead your home with both authority and affection •The generational blessings that flow from honor   Whether you’re a parent, a child, or a spiritual leader, this message will challenge you to bring your home into divine order and experience the reward of honor.

In The Ten Commandments: Do Not Steal, Aaron Christopherson teaches that stealing goes far beyond possessions—it’s taking what God didn’t give. Drawing from Joshua 7, Malachi 3, and John 10, he reveals how we can steal from God, others, and ourselves by robbing trust, time, worship, and obedience. Every act of theft reflects a lack of trust in God’s provision. To radically love God is to trust Him fully and refuse to take what isn’t ours—choosing repentance over repetition.

In this powerful episode of Holy Disruption, Pastor Les Cody interviews Heather and Landon Schott as they continue discussing their personal testimonies of church abuse. They reflect on the signs of an unhealthy church environment, how to handle spiritual abuse, and what real accountability looks like. The Schotts share heartfelt advice on forgiving those who have wronged you, the importance of submission to God, and how to find genuine healing and restoration. They stress the significance of remaining in the presence of God and the essential role of spiritual accountability. Whether you've experienced church hurt or are seeking to understand the dynamics of spiritual leadership, this episode offers invaluable insights and encouragement.