# @mercyculture on YouTube - **Type:** Video - **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=cs1J2jSN9GE - **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/27489105-mercyculture-youtube - **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/36b5b22fe4.jpg - **Posted:** 2025-03-19T11:00:26.000+00:00 - **Account Owner:** Mercy Culture Church (@MercyCulture) β€” https://gondola.cc/MercyCulture ## Caption Shepherds Shoot Wolves | Spiritual Leadership With Landon Schott ft. Josh Howerton In this compelling episode of Spiritual Leadership, Landon Schott welcomes Pastor Josh Howerton from @LakepointeChurch to discuss the vital topic of spiritual leadership in contemporary culture. Together, they explore the church's response to evolving cultural norms, particularly during pivotal moments like the COVID era and the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Emphasizing the importance of leading with truth, faith, and fearlessness, this conversation delves into the challenges faced by spiritual leaders today. They highlight the necessity of boldness, the role of the church as the society's moral immune system, and the significance of understanding the current cultural epoch. Pastor Howerton shares his experiences and encourages pastors to step confidently into their leadership roles, especially during these trying times. The episode is a call to action for spiritual leaders to reclaim their authority and guide their communities through the increasing complexities of modern societal issues. ❓Got a question for Landon? Ask Here: https://mercyculture.typeform.com/to/zXALEGQj πŸ“– Want to take your spiritual growth to the next level? Download the Leadership Guide: https://mercyculture.typeform.com/to/j22pIS3c 00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Leadership 00:46 The Impact of COVID on Spiritual Leadership 03:22 Challenges and Controversies in Modern Church Leadership 06:57 The Role of the Church in Cultural and Political Issues 09:36 The OODA Loop and Church Strategy 13:14 The Church's Response to Roe v. Wade Overturn 21:41 Understanding the Changing Cultural Context 24:51 The Shift from Neutral to Negative World 26:32 A Vision of Changing Laws 29:00 The Role of Secular Progressivism 33:32 The Church as Society's Immune System 40:52 The Call for Bold Spiritual Leadership 51:09 A Prayer for Boldness and Repentance ___ 🌟 Welcome to Spiritual Leadership with Landon Schott, where we help leaders become spiritual leaders by following the Holy Spirit. Every episode provides practical insights and teachings to equip you for spiritual growth and leadership in today's world. πŸŽ™οΈ Spiritual Leadership is more than just a podcast; it's a call to deepen your relationship with God and lead others toward spiritual growth. We aim to inspire you to disrupt complacency and embrace the transformative power of daily encounters with God. ✝️ If you’re ready to take your spiritual growth to the next level, subscribe to our latest episodes and resources. Follow us on all platforms @mercyculture or visit [mercyculture.com](http://mercyculture.com/) for more information on how you can be part of this transformative movement. πŸ‘₯ Share this episode and invite others to join this spiritual leadership journey. πŸ“² Discover how you connect best with God through our spiritual growth assessment. https://mercyculture.cls.co/bshv πŸ™ Need prayer? We would love to pray with you. https://bit.ly/30Y6Lf8 #SpiritualLeadership #MercyCulture #LeadershipDevelopment #HolySpirit #christianleadership MB01L80JUDNWTUW MB01BNNMZTABKR5 MB01DMUDOYE36NU ## Stats - **Views:** 8,462 - **Likes:** 362 - **Shares:** 0 - **Comments:** 27 ## Tags spiritualleadership, leadershipdevelopment, christianleadership, mercyculture, holyspirit --- Copyright (c) Gondola