Wake Up Church Podcast

Should Christians get involved in politics—or does it pull us away from the gospel? Dr. Michael Brown joins Wake Up Church to tackle one of the most debated questions in the church today. Is political engagement a distraction, or is it part of being salt and light? How do we vote without compromising our witness? What about character vs. policy? Christian nationalism? Israel? And what does it actu...

Should Christians vote, and if so, how? What do you do when you don’t think there’s a good, Godly option on the ballot? In this episode, Chris sits down with two pastors from Mercy Culture Church, Pastor Will Ford and Pastor Les. They tackle the hard questions believers are asking ahead of the 2026 midterms. They cover why voting for policies matters more than personality, the “God gap” in today’s...

In this  episode of the Wake Up Church podcast, Chris sits down with Pastor Jeremiah Hicks of Cure Church to confront the issue almost no one wants to talk about: abortion. Jeremiah shares his personal journey from foster care to becoming a bold voice for the unborn, exposing Margaret Sanger’s eugenic and racist roots in Planned Parenthood. This is not a political conversation. It is a spiritual o...

Can you be a Christian and a Democrat? Texas State Senator and Republican nominee for Attorney General Mayes Middleton joins Chris to answer that question head-on. Middleton talks about faith as a calling, not a career, and why he says the modern Democratic Party has been captured by the Democratic Socialists of America. He walks through bills he authored — Save Women’s Sports, the Texas Women’s P...

What happens when a Christian is called into the public square? On this episode of Wake Up Church, Chris sits down with Tarrant County Judge Tim O’Hare for a candid conversation about faith, family, leadership, government, elections, and the role of the Church in our communities. Judge O’Hare shares the story of how he went from practicing law and investing in real estate to entering public office...

In this powerful episode, Pastor Chris sits down with Pastor Adam James (Grace City Church / Washington State Director of For Liberty and Justice) to talk about why Washington has become a seedbed for destructive ideologies—and why the church’s silence created the vacuum. Everything they shared here will challenge and provoke you, now is the time for you to stand up and take action. Subscribe, sha...

Was America founded as a Christian nation—or has our history been quietly erased? Tim Barton, president of WallBuilders, sits down with Chris to walk through original documents, founding charters, court cases, and the actual stories of the Founders. They cover: Jefferson’s “separation of church and state” letter—and the fact that two days later he attended church in the U.S. Capitol and invited th...

Three children are dead. Their mother is on trial. The culture is asking whether it was evil or illness. In this episode of the Wake Up Church Podcast, Chris and Josh walk through the Lindsay Clancy case — the January 2023 killings of Cora (5), Dawson (3), and Callan (8 months) in Duxbury, Massachusetts — and refuse to treat the victims as a footnote. They cover: What the prosecution and defense a...

Pastors across America are endorsing candidates like James Talarico (who says God is non-binary) and Zohran Mamdani (a Muslim socialist). Should spiritual leaders stay out of politics, or equip the church to vote biblical values? Chris and Asher break down why “being nice” is not kindness, why policies matter more than personalities, and how the church’s lack of discernment is handing authority to...

Recently Massachusetts signed a law that effectively allows abortion up to the moment of birth. At the same time, a surrogate mother named McKenna West crossed state lines to Texas to save the life of baby Gabriel after the intended parents demanded an abortion over a treatable heart condition. Texas AG Ken Paxton stepped in. In this episode of the Wake Up Church Podcast, Chris sits down with Emma...

America was founded on Christian principles — from the Mayflower Compact to the originalists who said the states should encourage Christianity.  Today we’re watching a different ideology take root: record Muslim elected officials, open “Death to America” chants in Michigan, and a strategic plan uncovered by the FBI. We love Muslims. We reject the anti-Christ religion of Islam. Join us as we expose...

The Presbyterian Church (USA) just voted 441–30 to endorse gender-affirming care — including surgical and hormonal interventions on minors. At the same time, a University of Minnesota program tied to Governor Tim Walz is rolling out dolls with swappable genitalia for children ages 4–10, and California is advancing AB 1803, a bill that would force churches to conduct mandatory “anti-hate” training...

America has a Jewish problem—and the Church can no longer afford to ignore it. In this episode of the Wake Up Church Podcast , Chris and Josh examine the alarming rise of anti-Semitism in America, the growing hostility toward Israel, and why this issue is far more than politics—it is a spiritual battle. As anti-Israel rhetoric spreads throughout our culture, many Christians are asking difficult qu...

One of the biggest lies Christians believe is that God wants them to stay out of politics. In this powerful episode of Wake Up Church, Chris sits down with Carlos, the Tarrant County Chapter Coordinator, to break down the biblical case for Christian engagement in government. Carlos shares his journey from working in Texas politics and journalism to helping pass legislation protecting children. Chr...

In this episode, Josh and Chris break down the viral Fort Worth incident where two Christian street preachers were threatened with disorderly conduct citations for “offensive speech” at the Trinity Pride Festival. They dive deep into: The biblical foundation of free speech The true meaning and limits of the First Amendment The spiritual battle behind attacks on Christian speech Practical steps Chr...

In this special episode of Wake Up Church, we break down the Supreme Court’s recent decision upholding birthright citizenship — a ruling that effectively legalizes an invasion of the United States. We expose the distortion of the 14th Amendment’s original intent, which was meant to secure citizenship for freed slaves, not create anchor babies for illegal immigrants. Justice Ketanji Jackson’s troub...

In this episode, we break down the controversial SAVE Act, why it failed in the Senate, and the four Republicans who voted against requiring proof of citizenship. We also expose the real motivations behind open borders, discuss shocking election integrity failures in California, and tackle the 17th Amendment — why repealing it may be necessary to restore the Republic. This isn’t just politics — it...

In this powerful episode, we unpack the incredible Freedom Con men's conference and why the Church desperately needs strong, convicted men of God right now. We address the toxic criticism and division happening within the Body of Christ — especially toward moves of God — and what Scripture says about unity, pride, and divisiveness. We also tackle the San Francisco Giants Pride Night controver...

What happens when a pastor steps into the public square with Biblical Conviction and Spiritual Authority? In this powerful episode of the Wake Up Church Podcast, Josh and Pastor Chris Cheema of Mercy Culture Church discuss why reformation begins with personal transformation, the importance of daily encounters with God, and why Christians must bring biblical clarity into every sphere of society. Pa...

June is here — but it’s been hijacked. In this powerful episode of Wake Up Church, Asher and Josh expose how Pride Month has turned a calendar month into a celebration of sin, while bold leaders like Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders declare Fidelity Month and Senator Ted Cruz introduces a resolution for Life Month . We discuss: Why “Pride” is the perfect word for a movement in direct opposition to...

In this episode, we break down the shocking primary defeat of Congressman Thomas Massie by a Trump-backed candidate, and what it reveals about the current state of the Republican Party and Donald Trump’s enduring influence. We discuss the tension between political loyalty and biblical principle, the strengths and limitations of the populist MAGA movement, and why the Church cannot afford to settle...

Christian nationalism is on the rise — and the world is terrified. But is it really the danger they claim? In this powerful episode, Josh and Asher break down what the Bible actually says about Christians engaging in government. From John the Baptist confronting wicked rulers to Esther stepping up “for such a time as this,” we show why separating your faith from your patriotism is impossible. We a...

Nick Fuentes just exposed himself — he's a self-proclaimed Democrat who wants to DESTROY Trump and burn down the GOP.  In this episode of Wake Up Church, we break down: • Nick Fuentes’ shocking confession • AOC's egregious lies about billionaires • A woke pastor claiming Jesus was undocumented • Marco Rubio's inspiring vision for America's future We must have discernment in the...

In this episode, Josh breaks down how Bill Maher puts actor David Cross on the spot over democratic socialism and communism — and the exchange reveals how little many on the left actually understand these dangerous ideologies. Also, in a monumental ruling, the Supreme Court just declared race-based congressional redistricting unconstitutional — a decision that could reshape elections across Americ...

A heartbreaking video is going viral — a baby desperately crying for “Mama” while two homosexual men laugh and tell her “No Mama.” This is the ugly reality of surrogacy and same-sex adoption.  In this powerful episode, Joshua exposes how the normalization of homosexuality and same-sex marriage has led to the commodification of babies. He talks about why God designed the nuclear family the way he d...