Kingdom & Culture with Mike Whitford
On KINGDOM & CULTURE with Mike Whitford, we will explore the dynamics of God’s Kingdom advancing in American culture through accomplished guests who are experts in their field(s). Through their stories & insights, together, we will discover answers to deep questions of faith and culture we didn't even know we needed to ask.
Episodes
While riding his bike on the PCH in the early morning of October 20, 2025, Pastor Eric Williams, husband of Robyn and father of 4 wonderful children, was struck by a reckless driver and tragically killed. Eric's loss made local and national news. This is the kind of event that leaves many asking the age-old question, "why God?" Eric's sister, Alli Joy Vazquez joins us on K&C to share Eric's story, how their family has leaned in...
John 1:1-5 (NIV) says,1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.2 He was with God in the beginning.3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.4 In him was life, and that life was the light of men.5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkn...
When is it acceptable to listen to Christmas music? Before Thanksgiving? After? Not until December 1st?? Lead Pastor of Harbor Trinity, Justin Chandler, and Lead Pastor of Legacy Church, Kyle Popineau, both help us to explore the answer to this iconic question as well as the true meaning of Christmas and Advent. This is a fun, light-hearted, and yet meaningful episode to help you get in the "Christmas spirit"!
Everybody is struggling somewhere, with something or someone. The reality of difficulties and challenges in this life are never ending. But it doesn't mean we are 'cooked'. In fact, the opposite! In this episode of K&C, NAIA Hall of Fame and NCAA Women's Basketball Coach, Russ Davis reminds us that every struggle we are faced with presents an opportunity to overcome the odds, and, as Romans 8:37 says, "...in all these things we...
You've probably heard the phrases, "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder," or "Beauty is only skin deep." Is it though? Proverbs 31:30 reminds us, "Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing..." The truth is, beauty in the eyes of God is much deeper than our skin. in this episode of K&C, Social Media Influencer, Ashley Little, reminds us that true beauty really does come from within, even deeper than our emotions, to the ve...
Jesus said in Matthew 11:28-30, 28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” It is no surprise that with all of our amazing technology, we are more stressed out, struggling with me...
“What is God’s will for my life? What is my purpose for living? Why am I here?” World renowned Social Scientist & author of over 30 books, including “The Call”, Dr. Os Guinness joins K&C, along with University & Theology Professor, Dr. Richard Park to answer these and other existential questions about life, according to the word of God and “God‘s call” on our lives. If you...
As we honor our veterans, US Coast Guard Rear Admiral Doug Fears joins K&C. Admiral Fears served 40 years in the US Coast Guard and some of his last few years as the White House Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Director Advisor to the President of the United States from 2017 to 2019. Please join us as Admiral Fears shares timeless leadership advice that he learned as a veteran, as well as some pretty cool stories from the...
“It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No! It’s SUPERMAN! It seems like everybody today is searching for a hero and to be “saved” from our otherwise difficult situations in life. In this episode of K&C, returning guest and “all things superhero, sci-fi & fantasy specialist,” Aaron Welty, unpacks the most recent Superman movie, Directed by James Gunn, and compare and contrasts it with pre...
Can't we all just get along? Yes! Dr. Kara Powell and Rev. Mike DeVito both share a passion for connecting the generations in their mutually held Christian faith. Kara is a nationally renowned author of "Sticky Faith" and the Executive Director of the Fuller Theological Seminary Youth Institute and Rev. Mike DeVito is a former youth pastor of 40+ years and advocate for both students and seniors and connecting the generations with p...
It is no surprise that the recent and tragic death of Charlie Kirk has impacted an entire nation, culture, and even the world! In light of this tragedy, regardless of one's political views, our guest, Sarah Stock, a TPUSA chapter founder and president at her Christian university, as well as a GenZ social media commentator and influencer with over 130,000 followers, brings a unique and insightful perspective to not only the cultural...
Why stand for Christian Faith today? How do I answer tough questions and/or engage difficult topics about the Bible with my friends and family? How can/do I represent Jesus in today's culture? If you've ever asked any of these questions or they at least interest you, you're in the right place! Dr. Sean McDowell unpacks these questions and others as he highlights his recent book "Apologetics for an Ever-Changing Culture" with a hear...
Can Faith and Movies or Christianity and the theatre arts get along? Sue Berkompas answers this question and more on K&C! Sue is the current Chair and Professor for Theatre Arts at Vanguard University, as well as owns her own theatre company in Southern California. Approved by nationally ranked theatre companies, Sue has been involved in the theatre arts for over 30 years. She creatively integrates her Christian faith with the ...
Los Angeles Rams Chaplain, Kevin Nickerson joins K&C to give us a glimpse of the gridiron and how he shares his life and faith with the LA Rams players and franchise team. From his own College Football playing days to now pastor and evangelist, Kevin brings a unique and needed perspective to the professional sports world!
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Are you single? Dating? Engaged? Married? If single, should you date? If dating, should you get married? If you are in any of these relationship categories, Kaylee and Jacob Nowlenfritchman help answer these questions as they share biblical wisdom & practical life answers based on their “God-written” story of friendship and eventual dating to marriage.
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As a former youth pastor and now US Senator from the state of Oklahoma, Senator James Lankford has a unique message and approach to integrating Christian Faith in the world of politics in American culture today. In this episode, we will both unpack the unique history of American politics and Christian faith as well as how we as Christians can be peacemakers amid a very polarized political culture. Senator Lankford exemplifies the a...
You've probably heard the phrase 'kids these days'. While many use it to express frustration, perhaps we need to flip the script and declare 'Kids these days are GOING HARD after God!" But it doesn't happen by accident. The culture is always changing, but students and their desire for inspirational leaders is never changing! Enter SoCal Student Ministry Pros, Gary Garcia and Eliot Bland! In this episode, they share with us the "sta...
As the culture continues to face the reality of women's sports being compromised through gender confusion, K&C guest, Sophia Lorey, reveals how she contends on the frontlines in Sacramento and DC to protect young girls. Sophia has been featured on Fox News, as well as on other national platforms, multiple times for her work. Sophia shows parents and students how to “fight the good fight of faith” in their public &am...
Gen Z and Gen Alpha are on the move! Rather, God is on the move in these generations! In this episode, Evangelist and Revivalist Ross Johnston gives us an in-depth update on what God is doing among Gen Z and Gen Alpha, and the fact that hundreds and thousands of young people are coming to faith in Jesus and being baptized in water. Spiritual revival may very well be upon us!
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Have you ever dealt with depression or an overall sense of meaninglessness? In this episode of K&C, short film Director, Keishi Ichikawa & actor, Simeon Campbell talk about their new short film, “Then I Heard“, which tackles these issues of identity directly with a clear sense of hope and redemption.
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