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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]!

Is It a Sin to Buy Your Kids a House?

In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach explores the growing trend of parents and grandparents helping their children buy homes and asks what the Bible says about generational wealth and generosity. Looking at Proverbs 13:22, he explains why leaving an inheritance can be a reflection of wisdom and stewardship, while also encouraging families to practice generosity now instead of only after death. Pastor Zach also discusses the importance of honesty and communication when generosity comes with expectations or “strings attached.” Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com [wakeup@ccchapel.com]!

Can We Work Together on Anything?

In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach explores how America’s growing political tribalism is beginning to impact even the jury room and the pursuit of justice. Looking at the Book of Judges and Proverbs 3, he explains why a society without a shared standard of truth quickly descends into chaos. Pastor Zach challenges listeners to reject self-defined morality and instead allow God to shape their understanding of justice and truth. Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com [wakeup@ccchapel.com]!

Does Crime Actually Pay?

In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach discusses a controversial proposal that could financially compensate people prosecuted for politically motivated crimes, including some connected to January 6. He explores what happens when justice becomes partisan and why Scripture warns against a society that fails to properly deal with wrongdoing. Through Ecclesiastes 8:11, Pastor Zach challenges listeners to ground their understanding of justice in the character of God rather than political tribalism. Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com [wakeup@ccchapel.com]!