Is Isolation Cool Now?

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]!

Why Are Kids Fragile?

In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach explores why so many kids today are growing up anxious, fragile, and afraid to take risks. Drawing from James 1 and Matthew 6, he challenges overprotective parenting and argues that adversity, freedom, and real-world experiences are essential for shaping resilient children. Pastor Zach encourages parents to trust God more deeply, loosen their grip, and give their kids the opportunity to truly live. Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com [wakeup@ccchapel.com]!

Who Sold Childhood?

In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach discusses the growing commercialization of youth sports and asks what happens when money and status begin to shape childhood. Reflecting on 1 Timothy 6 and the importance of community, he challenges parents to think carefully about the long-term impact of chasing scholarships, elite teams, and achievement at all costs. Pastor Zach encourages listeners to consider whether today’s decisions are building the kind of childhood, family, and values they truly want for the future. Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com [wakeup@ccchapel.com]!