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Wake Up, Look Up

Check out new episodes of our daily podcast, Wake Up, Look Up, with Zach Weihrauch as he interprets what’s happening in our world through the lens of the gospel.

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Latest Episodes:

Will This Soften Our Hard Hearts? Sep 07, 2026

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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores how reading fiction and engaging with stories can increase empathy and help us better understand the experiences and perspectives of others. He connects the decline of reading with our growing reliance on short-form content, challenging listeners to slow down, embrace nuance, and make space for stories that help us see the humanity in others. Drawing from Scripture and the example of Jesus, Pastor Zach reminds us that understanding someone's story can help us better rejoice with those who rejoice and mourn with those who mourn.

Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at podcast@ccchapel.com!

Do Dying Conspiracies Make a Sound? Sep 04, 2026

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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach examines the spread of conspiracy theories and how they can shape our understanding of reality, relationships, and institutions. He explores why disproven claims often receive far less attention than the theories themselves and challenges listeners to slow down, examine the facts, and remain willing to admit when they are wrong. Drawing from Proverbs 18 and the words of Jesus, Pastor Zach reminds us that pursuing truth requires humility, discernment, and a willingness to let the facts shape our opinions.

Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at podcast@ccchapel.com!

Is This the Secret to Job Security in the AI Era? Sep 03, 2026

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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores what human passion and purpose might look like in an increasingly AI-driven workplace. He considers how genuine enthusiasm, curiosity, and a desire to serve others are uniquely human qualities that technology may struggle to replicate, challenging listeners to think beyond simply working for a paycheck. Drawing from 1 Peter, Pastor Zach encourages us to discover the gifts God has given us and use them to serve others with purpose and passion.

Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at podcast@ccchapel.com!

Can You Hear Your Child’s Heart? Sep 02, 2026

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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores the growing tendency for teenagers to self-diagnose mental and emotional struggles and the challenge this creates for parents. He encourages parents to look beyond the labels their children use and instead take time to listen, ask questions, and draw out what is really happening in their hearts and minds. Drawing from Proverbs 25, Pastor Zach reminds us that wisdom means learning to navigate the deep waters of the heart and creating a culture where honest conversation can flourish.

Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at podcast@ccchapel.com!

What Do You Do With Power? Sep 01, 2026

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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach examines the growing use of license plate cameras and the questions they raise about privacy, accountability, and the misuse of power. He challenges listeners to look beyond the actions of those in positions of authority and consider how they use the influence and power they have in their own lives. Through the example of Jesus, who used his power to serve and bless others, Pastor Zach reminds us that Christian power is ultimately about serving others rather than ourselves.

Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at podcast@ccchapel.com!

Do You Need a Better Story? Aug 31, 2026

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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores our desire for a hero and the competing stories that promise to lead us toward freedom and human flourishing. He contrasts cultural narratives represented by figures like Odysseus and Barbie with the gospel, which points us to Jesus as the one true hero who brings freedom and flourishing to all people. Pastor Zach challenges listeners to consider who is at the center of their story and reminds us that following Jesus means laying down false heroes and divisions and finding our identity in Christ.

Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at podcast@ccchapel.com!

Who Will Train the Next Generation? Aug 28, 2026

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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores how AI could impact the development of the next generation of workers and leaders. He considers what happens when entry-level opportunities disappear and connects that concern to the church’s responsibility to intentionally disciple and equip those who will lead in the future. Through 2 Timothy 2, we’re reminded that investing in the next generation may be slower and messier, but it is essential for the long-term health of the church.

Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at podcast@ccchapel.com!

Who Will You Blame? Aug 27, 2026

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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach uses the Cleveland Browns and Deshaun Watson as a starting point to explore what happens when relationships break down and we focus on everyone else's responsibility instead of our own. He explains how our tendency toward self-deception can cause us to fixate on someone else's "slice of the pie" while ignoring our own, and why Jesus calls us to deal with the log in our own eye first. Ultimately, Pastor Zach challenges listeners to take ownership of their part in broken relationships, reminding us that humility and repentance can open the door to restoration.

Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at podcast@ccchapel.com!

Who Can Solve the Problem of Justice? Aug 26, 2026

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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores the tension between justice, safety, freedom, and privacy through the growing use of license plate readers and surveillance technology. He considers how difficult it is for us to balance competing values and points to Psalm 98:9 as a reminder that God alone can bring perfect justice with perfect equity. Ultimately, our inability to solve every tension in this world should lead us to long for the kingdom of the King who will one day make all things right.

Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at podcast@ccchapel.com!

Is This the Performance Hack You Are Missing? Aug 25, 2026

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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores three habits that mental performance coaches recommend for better focus and productivity: getting quiet, planning and reflecting daily, and thinking small and specific. He connects these practices to the biblical discipline of spending intentional time with God, reflecting on our lives, and pursuing faithful obedience. Through Joshua 1:8, we’re reminded that God’s wisdom has been pointing us toward true flourishing and success all along.

Have an article you’d like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at podcast@ccchapel.com!

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