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Worthy People
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Cody was born dead to a drug-addicted mother and as a result has scars all over his body to this day. He survived the projects, the foster care system, and life on the streets at 18 years old. At 20 years old in the Texas prison system, 3 years into his sentence he desired a new way of life. When he learned his worth in Jesus, it changed him and he never looked back. Now Cody and his wife lead a church and travel to prisons with the message to remove the labels of society by seeing and accepting all people as Jesus does. WEB: www.worthypeople.org MAIL: P.O. Box 120162 San Antonio, Texas 78212
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What's Your Problem?
2w ago00:55:36Tap to summarizeWhat do you do when everything seems to fall apart at once? A leaking roof, a car accident, a sick parent, and the loss of a beloved companion — all within the same week. Life has a way of stacking hardships on top of each other, and the weight of it all can push us toward bitterness, depression, and a spirit of criticism that quietly poisons everything we see. This episode takes an honest, unfiltered look at what it means to keep going when the storms refuse to let up. The central truth we explore is this: gratitude is not just a nice feeling — it is a spiritual weapon. When we choose to look for what we still have instead of fixating on what we have lost, something shifts inside us. Healing begins. Perspective returns. And the grip of bitterness starts to loosen. Drawing from Paul's letter to the Ephesians, we are reminded that the peace of God is not a reward for easy circumstances — it is a gift available to us in the middle of the hardest ones. If you are going through something right now that feels too heavy to carry, this message is for you.
Transcribe →Being Still With WhatUpRG
3w ago00:10:47Tap to summarizeWhat does it mean to truly be still? In a world that rewards hustle and constant motion, the ancient call to stillness can feel almost countercultural. Yet that is exactly where this conversation leads us. Drawing from Exodus 34:6, we are reminded that the God we are invited to know is not a distant, demanding force but a compassionate, gracious, and patient God who abounds in love. The profound truth here is that stillness is not passivity. It is an act of trust. When we stop running on the wheel, when we stop trying to pull every string and force every door open, we create space for God to move. And when God moves, things come together in ways our frantic efforts never could have produced. For anyone who has ever felt forgotten, overlooked, or stuck in a season that seems to have no end, this message speaks directly to that place. There is a God who is very much alive, very much aware of where we are, and very much in love with us right now, not after we get it together, but right now.
Transcribe →Stay Plugged In
4w ago01:03:54Tap to summarizeThis powerful testimony reveals the transformative journey from a life defined by prison walls to one anchored in Christ's redemptive love. We witness a raw and honest account of someone who spent nearly two decades incarcerated, believing their gang identity was who they truly were. The turning point came through a Kairos prison ministry weekend, where the presence of God broke through years of hardened living. What makes this story particularly compelling is the emphasis on staying plugged in—connected to a church body, accountability partners, and daily time with God. Like a refrigerator that keeps food fresh only when connected to power, our spiritual lives remain vibrant only when we maintain that vital connection to our Source. The metaphor reminds us that we can have all the right intentions and even good spiritual experiences, but without staying plugged into God's presence through His Word, prayer, and community, everything in our lives begins to spoil. This testimony challenges us to examine our own spiritual connections and asks the critical question: Are we truly plugged in, or are we running on fading power from a past encounter?
Transcribe →Peace River
Feb 2202:10:29Tap to summarizeA Champion Rodeo cowboy and special forces soldier is crushed by war and personal loss and must draw on faith and the "cowboy way" to reclaim his will to live and the love of his life.
Transcribe →40X Felon
Feb 2201:05:58Tap to summarize*40X Felon* is not a redemption story you *expect*—it’s one you *survive*. From K2-soaked prison cells and knife-filled yards to trafficking drugs inside institutions and stacking felonies faster than most people stack regrets, Corey Gordon’s life reads like a warning label. Seventeen adult felonies by 17. Flooding prisons with narcotics. First-degree escape charges. Prosecutors pushing for 30 years. A mind addicted, a body deteriorating, and a soul running hard from God. But then—alone in solitary confinement, shaking, desperate, and out of distractions—everything changed. In a cell where death had already whispered his name, Corey encountered a living God who asked a single question that shattered his resistance: “How long will you run from Me?” What followed wasn’t jailhouse religion—it was total surrender. Chains broke. Addiction lost its grip. And a man the system had written off began to be rebuilt from the inside out. *40X Felon* is raw, unsettling, and brutally honest—but it doesn’t end in darkness. It ends with hope forged in fire: a transformed heart, a restored family, a pastor called out of prison, and proof that no sentence is stronger than grace. If you think you’ve gone too far… If your past feels louder than your future… If prison, addiction, or failure feels final… This episode of the *Worthy People Godcast* will challenge everything you believe about redemption—and remind you that God still meets people in the lowest places. Don’t miss the God thing for some good thing.
Transcribe →Movies & Music: Rest or Entertainment?
Feb 2200:56:06Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Worthy People Godcast, host Cody is joined by returning guest Ernesto as they dig into a powerful question: is what we call “rest” actually rest, or just entertainment? Together, they challenge the hustle mindset and the idea that zoning out with movies or music equals true rest, especially for those in ministry and in the prison environment. Drawing from Scripture, they unpack God’s design for rest as reflection, surrender, and trusting in His finished work—not striving or control. The conversation gets deeply personal as Cody shares his conviction to step back from prison tours in 2026 to embrace a season of rest and family, modeling what it looks like to care for the “temple of the Holy Spirit.”
Transcribe →You Are Loved
Feb 2201:03:55Tap to summarizeIn this powerful and honest episode, Cody and Julia look back on an unforgettable year—over 80 prison services, concerts, conferences, tours, 40+ million views, 50,000+ decisions for Jesus, and 15,000+ letters—while reminding us that it’s never been about numbers, fame, or image, but about giving God all the glory. They open up about the hidden cost of saying yes to everything, the emotional weight of prison ministry, visiting people behind bars, running Worthy People as a two-person team, and the toll it took on their marriage, health, and mental well-being—especially as Julia carried and gave birth to their daughter Faith during one of their busiest seasons. Cody shares his breaking point, his therapy journey, learning boundaries, and how healing from childhood trauma reshaped how he leads and loves. Together, they talk weight loss, spiritual renewal, slowing down, and big changes ahead—including scaling back in 2026, future tours in 2027, new projects, upcoming prison dates, marriage conferences, and why this next season is about sustainability, health, and faithfulness over hustle. The episode closes with a spoken word piece, “For the One,”—this episode is a must-watch if you’ve ever felt called, tired, stretched thin, or desperate to find God in the middle of your yes. We would love to hear from YOU! Write us at: Worthy People P.O. Box 120162 San Antonio, Texas 78212
Transcribe →The Shift
Feb 2201:24:18Tap to summarizeCody and Julia are back for a fresh episode of The Shift! As the weather cools, the year winds down, and the holidays draw near, they dive into what this “season of change” really means—both in the natural and in our spiritual lives. 🍂✨ They talk about embracing the transitions we see all around us, how to prepare our hearts and homes for what’s ahead, and why this is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and realign. Whether you’re entering a season of rest, renewal, or new beginnings, this episode will encourage you to lean into the shift and get ready for what God has next.
Transcribe →Why Do We Get Sick: Breaking Free From Spirit of Infirmity
Feb 2200:59:50Tap to summarizeIn this eye-opening episode of our Deliverance Series, Pastor Aaron Timberlake returns to unpack a deeply important question: Why do we get sick? Is sickness purely physical, or can it be spiritual—or even demonic in nature? Many believers struggle with recurring sickness, chronic pain, or disease and wonder, “Where is God in this?” In this conversation, we dive into the biblical perspective on the spirit of infirmity, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the authority we have through Jesus to walk in healing, freedom, and wholeness. You’ll learn: ✨ The difference between physical sickness and spiritual attacks ⚔️ How the enemy uses infirmity to distract and destroy 📖 Scriptural foundations for healing and deliverance 🛠️ Practical tools and steps you can apply today 🙏 How to stand firm in faith and declare victory over your body This episode will strengthen your faith, renew your hope, and empower you to break free from cycles of sickness and walk boldly in the healing Jesus paid for on the cross.
Transcribe →Grateful: A Thanksgiving Special
Feb 2201:04:34Tap to summarizeGet ready to be encouraged, laugh and cry with Cody & Julia on this Worthy People special Thanksgiving episode. Packed with funny videos, music and a message with the whole family with a reminder that you have family and are seen, loved and not forgotten. Also please spread the word to those around you as well as friends and family on the outside to join us for our 3rd Annual Thanksgiving Day of Prayer as we stand in agreement to pray for all the incarcerated, their families and loved ones. That the peace of God fill their cells, homes, minds and hearts this Thanksgiving. Would you, your celly, your dorm, your wing, your family on the outside join us on THANKSGIVING DAY AT 5:00 PM CST. Ask your family to join Cody on Facebook or Instagram (not YouTube) on our page that can be found by searching "Worthy People" or @worthypeopleorg Just know the WP Fam will be stopping our day to pray for you. We belive in the power of prayer and will link up with you spiritually. To participate in the "10 Things Your Thankful For" or if you participate in the "Thanksgiving Day of Prayer" we want to hear from you! Share with us by writing us at: Worthy People Attn: Thanksgiving P.O. Box 120162 San Antonio, Texas 78212
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