Wake Up, Look Up

Are We Raising Bullies?

In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach reflects on a recent Wall Street Journal article about the rise of “lunch shaming,” where students use cell phones to record and mock peers in school cafeterias. He unpacks the growing impact of this behavior on kids’ mental health, identity, and sense of belonging, noting how quickly everyday moments are turned into public ridicule online. Drawing from Deuteronomy 6, he emphasizes the responsibility of parents and communities to shape children around the truth that every person is made in the image of God and deserves dignity. He challenges listeners to have intentional conversations at home about bullying, compassion, and how to follow Jesus in everyday interactions. Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com [wakeup@ccchapel.com]!

Are We Completely Shameless?

In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach reflects on a recent New York Times article highlighting a controversial political moment in Minnesota where a convicted former police officer was honored with a moment of silence. He uses the story to explore how public actions like this can reveal deeper issues of justice, political signaling, and a growing willingness to ignore or distort clear facts for ideological purposes. Drawing from Deuteronomy 16:19, he emphasizes God’s call to uphold justice without partiality and warns against using public platforms for shock value or political gain at the expense of truth and integrity. Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com [wakeup@ccchapel.com]!

Is Isolation Cool Now?

In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach reflects on a recent Atlantic article about the rise of “solitude influencers” and a cultural shift toward celebrating isolation as a preferred lifestyle. He explores why this trend resonates with people who feel overwhelmed or hurt by relationships, while also noting the irony that even online isolation still depends on connection and attention from others. Drawing from Scripture, he points to God’s design for community and the call for believers to live in relationship as part of the people of God. Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com [wakeup@ccchapel.com]!

Are We Ignoring Gen Z?

In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach reflects on a recent CNN Business article highlighting how young filmmakers from Gen Z are reshaping Hollywood through viral success, creative storytelling, and massive financial impact. He draws attention to the way industries are increasingly recognizing the value of younger voices who bring fresh perspective, energy, and cultural insight. Rooted in the biblical vision from Joel about the next generation seeing visions and speaking with purpose, he challenges listeners to resist the instinct to overlook younger people and instead learn from what God may be doing through them. Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com [wakeup@ccchapel.com]!

Can You Just Own It?

In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach reflects on a recent cultural controversy involving a political candidate and a long-held offensive tattoo, using it as a lens to explore honesty, accountability, and the difficulty of owning our past. He challenges the tendency in society to avoid full responsibility in favor of self-protection, especially when reputation and ambition are at stake. Rooted in Scripture, he points to the gospel’s call toward confession, repentance, and the hope of genuine redemption and change. Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com [wakeup@ccchapel.com]!