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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach reflects on the real cost of standing up for what is right in a world where speaking out can carry serious personal consequences. He considers the tension faced by athletes under pressure and connects it to the story of Esther, who risked everything for the sake of her people. Through that lens, he points to the example of Jesus and challenges us to live with integrity even when it comes at a personal cost.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores what science says about dad jokes and why they may play a bigger role in family life than we realize. He reflects on Proverbs 17:22 and the power fathers have to bring joy, encouragement, and healing through their words. As we celebrate Father's Day, this conversation offers both appreciation for dads and a challenge to use their influence to build up those they love.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
When an institution says it's changing, how do you tell the difference between real reform and a vocabulary update?Charlotte Duval-Lantoine has spent years studying organizations that adopt the language of culture change while leaving intact the structures that made change necessary in the first place.The tells are subtler than most leaders want to believe, and they show up earlier than most are willing to look.In this episode, Charlotte joins the show to talk about what organizational failure actually looks like from the inside, why decentralizing blame onto individual character is one of the most reliable signs an institution isn't serious about change, and why the absence of a feedback loop is the red flag most executives mistake for resistance.The conversation moves from military culture into the executive boardroom quickly. We explore why the same pattern runs through both.Mentioned: Operation Honour Female representation in Canadian Armed Forces Cyberstarts scandal Big Man in Melanesian cultures
This week concludes our "Look Up" series with a timely invitation to rediscover something many of us are missing: true rest. In a culture of constant notifications, endless scrolling, and growing digital distraction, it's easy to feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and unable to slow down. But what if the answer isn't simply better time management or another productivity hack? What if God has already given us a better way? Drawing from the life of Jesus and the biblical practice of Sabbath, this message explores how technology impacts our attention, relationships, mental health, and spiritual lives. We examine the growing influence of the attention economy, the hidden costs of constant connectivity, and why so many people feel busier than ever despite having more conveniences than previous generations. Whether you're feeling digitally exhausted, struggling to focus, or simply longing for a deeper sense of peace, this message offers practical wisdom and biblical encouragement to help you slow down, reconnect with God, and embrace the kind of rest your soul was created for. Sunday, June 21st, 2026 Speaker: Pastor Doug Rife Series: Look Up How can we pray for you? - Text “PrayFW” to 94000 Giving - https://templefw.churchcenter.com/give/ Welcome to Temple Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas. We exist to guide people to life change in Jesus Christ. For more information: https://www.templebaptistchurch.net/
The emergence of America's ruling class in Chicago to celebrate the Obama Presidential Center Museum hit like a gust of hot, wet wind. Just days before, tornadoes tore through Illinois and Iowa, upending homes and wreaking havoc on the landscape. By the time Barack Obama and his Royal Court were ready to roll out the red carpet, the skies had cleared.The building perfectly reflects how Obama might see himself, but certainly how he's ruled over the past 15 years. He still can't let go of his position as God and King of the once-mighty utopia, one I devoted most of my life to building, protecting, and defending. I was a true believer and a good soldier.Obtuse, mysterious, and opaque, the building, like its inspiration, towers over the indistinguishable figures below, the swirling paths and gardens, not blending into the landscape but rather projecting outward, with a kind of bulk you could even see from space. Not even a tornado could make a dent.The quote on the side of the mighty beast reads:You are America. Unconstrained by habit and convention. Unencumbered by what is, ready to seize what ought to be. For everywhere in this country, there are first steps to be taken, there is new ground to cover, there are more bridges to be crossed. America is not the project of any one person. The single most powerful word in our democracy is the word ‘We.' ‘We The People.' ‘We Shall Overcome.' ‘Yes We Can.' That word is owned by no one. It belongs to everyone. Oh, what a glorious task we are given to continually try to improve this great nation of ours.”The quote comes from Obama's speech, not in Chicago, but at the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama. Most of the rest of it has been trimmed away to make the statement appear more inclusive, shall we say.But note the use of the word “We.” His speech was full of flowery language about how we have to come together as a country.The sitting president of the United States and the majority of Americans who voted for him were not invited to the party. Not only weren't they invited, but they're also not allowed anywhere at any time in a society largely controlled by the Left.No, Trump would not be allowed in, and he never really was, which goes a long way toward explaining why he won the second time. Trump feels like one of us, who have taken the shape of Obama's sworn enemies. We are rejected outsiders because this America, their America, depends on and is built around race and gender identity.Both Barack and Michelle Obama made a point of elevating the illegal immigrants who crossed over under Joe Biden and celebrated the citizen army that went to war on Federal officers, even after condemning such actions on January 6th.They prioritize the illegal immigrants because they are mostly non-white and thus have special protective status, as long as they vote blue no matter who, of course. And yet, for most Americans, they still don't understand why they've been sidelined like this. Once you understand the rules of utopia, where an endless supply of oppressed people, along with an endless supply of racists, is what powers their engine.It's an ideology that comes from Western countries overtaken by global elites, who need this form of virtue signaling to justify their power and their worldwide alliance, but it doesn't do much for ordinary Americans, who don't have the luxury of putting themselves last.It is a kind of class system that pretends to be about equality, about inclusion, and diversity, but really, it's a way of categorizing us and deciding our worth. If you can participate in this game, you can go far. But if you don't, out you go.Nate Bargatze dared to show up alongside RFK, Jr., and his wife, Cheryl. The internet found out about it, and things got so bad his publicist had to issue a statement that he wasn't a Trump supporter. What kind of America is this? If they want to talk about unity, they have to call off their attack dogs.It didn't used to be this way. Those of us who have been alive a long time remember when what mattered was the majority of Americans, the free market, democracy, and all that. Box office, ratings, and elections all decided the direction of our country and our culture. Not anymore.They want our country to look a lot like Obama's kingdom, epitomized by his Brutalist monument - he's way up there, and we're all way down here. If you worship that way, we'll all get along fine, they say, but don't you dare vote in a way we don't like, or we will go to war.So is that the plan from here on out? Must all elections be sanctioned and approved by the Democrats, or else?From Utopia to DystopiaObama was not born in Chicago, but his monument will reside there as a showcase of his preferred legacy. He's the Chicago guy, not the Hawaii guy.The fortress will be a place for travelers driving across this country to stop and admire, along with other historic landmarks in Illinois, like the birthplace of Abe Lincoln and Ronald Reagan, two of Obama's strongest influences, or so he has said.The Obama museum event was a reminder of how we all shaped this story, the bad guys and the good guys of Obama's Camelot - Obamalot - the height of the glory days, where everyone had a seat at the table and we'd mostly eradicated the “ists” and the “phobes.”I think Obama thought that making history as the first Black president meant more than just winning an election, and that the influence he had and the power he attained made him more than just a two-term public servant. He was, after all, living history, and everywhere we look, we can see his fingerprints.It was the play, Hamilton. It was Bruce Springsteen before he shrank into a bitter old prune. It was Tom Hanks when he could still open movies. It was when Oprah still had influence.They think that showcasing their high status while locking out so many Americans is enviable. It's U2 and Oprah. It's Julia Roberts and George Clooney. It's Jennifer Hudson and Steven Spielberg. It's all four former presidents and their First Ladies. Obama made a point of saying that they are all of like minds except one president, the one who defeated them again after their ten-year war.Who do these people think they are? They don't have the right to tell the American people who they can and can't vote for. It is their job to make their best case to us to earn our votes, and either they do, or they don't, but they work for us, not the other way around.Are we all supposed to cheer seeing them standing there as a united front against the sitting president? They have absolutely no self-awareness about how tone-deaf this appears to most people.Do they think we've forgotten? Do they think we don't remember Michael Moore calling George W. Bush a war criminal at the Oscars?Their terrible, blatant propaganda films like Oliver Stone's W.And Adam McKay's truly awful film about Dick Cheney, Vice, one of the worst films ever made, with the sole exception of his next movie, Don't Look Up.They're not finished. They expect the other half of the country to choke down more of it, unending amounts of it, in hopes of forcing all of us into compliance through the worst art the film industry has ever seen because it is under the complete control of a totalitarian movement.Next year, we'll be tortured with a sure-to-be-terrible Sean Penn film on January 6th.They still see themselves as fighting the oppressive forces against them when the truth is that they are the oppressive force. Trump was the way out.The clocks were striking thirteenIf any of us had been paying attention, we'd have known what we built mirrored Orwell's 1984 and where it would ultimately take us.Every word of 1984 was a cautionary tale. Co-opting and distorting language, check. A Goldstein-like figure to sell two minutes of hate, check. A mandate to love Big Brother or else, check. An inside of accepted citizens ruled by the party elites and policed by the children spies, check, the abandoned working class, the Proles, outside of it, check.Trump's win, to me, was like Winston Smith's hope for the future, should the Proles rise up.That Obama and the rest of the establishment did worse than refuse to step aside but went to war on the duly elected president in an attempt to impeach, indict, discredit, and destroy him is the smoking gun that they no longer believe in American democracy. It's their way or nothing. Americans have no way out.All the people ever had was Trump, and indeed, he was and remains a mighty force. He is the troll to Obama's virtue signal, the two internet presidents who led whole armies online, facing off against each other for 15 years.Obama's ten-year plea to the American people to choose him feels desperate by now. Choose me, love me, follow me, worship me. It doesn't mean America is racist because they didn't. That has been the Left's method of policing all of us for far too long, and this country can unify the minute they snap out of it.They want us to see them as the better side, the special people, our gods and goddesses. But I look at them and see people who have long since cut themselves off from the rest of the country and have no plans to ever change. The museum reflects that better than anything ever has. What is inside? It doesn't matter. It looms large.// This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.sashastone.com/subscribe
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach reflects on a recent international conflict and the lessons it offers about anger, disagreement, and the consequences of escalating disputes. Drawing from Proverbs, he explores why pursuing understanding and dialogue often leads to better outcomes than rushing into conflict. This episode challenges listeners to consider how they handle tension in their own relationships and to seek wisdom before letting disagreements spiral.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
Tickets for Brandon's Drunk Black History tour are available at https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/upcoming-shows Support the podcast by subscribing to our Patreon to get access to hundreds of hours of bonus content, early access to upcoming episodes, and the ability to chat with the hosts! www.patreon.com/mediumpopcorn On this week's episode, Brandon and Justin review the Netflix disaster dramedy, "Don't Look Up". They discuss why the movie wasn't as good as the cast it was able to get, whether or not Leonardo DiCaprio is one of the acting greats, and how they would like to spend their last minutes on Earth if a world-ending comet were to strike. MP Links: - patreon.com/mediumpopcorn - youtube.com/@MediumPopcornPodcast - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/medium-popcorn Hosts: Brandon Collins (https://www.instagram.com/frodo_blackins) Justin Brown (https://www.instagram.com/jbrowndidit) Medium Popcorn Podcast (https://www.instagram.com/mediumppodcast) "Medium Popcorn" is a production of Casa de Collins LLC.
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach reflects on the leadership principles behind a championship-winning team and why character, perseverance, and humility matter just as much as talent. Looking to Scripture, he explores how God often chooses and uses people the world might overlook. Whether you're a leader, teammate, parent, or someone who feels underestimated, this episode offers encouragement and practical wisdom for making a lasting impact.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
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This week in our Look Up series, we tackle one of the biggest challenges facing families, students, and churches today: navigating technology with wisdom, clarity, and courage. Drawing from Nehemiah 4, this message explores how believers can identify vulnerabilities, establish healthy guardrails, and build supportive communities in a digital world filled with distractions, temptations, and hidden dangers. From the impact of smartphones on mental health to the widespread reality of online pornography, we examine both the cultural challenges and the biblical call to vigilance. Most importantly, this message reminds us that freedom is possible. Through honest conversations, intentional boundaries, supportive community, and the transforming power of Jesus Christ, we can move from fear and shame toward hope, healing, and lasting freedom. Whether you're a parent, student, grandparent, or simply trying to develop healthier habits with technology, this message offers practical wisdom and biblical encouragement for living faithfully in a digital age. Sunday, June 14th, 2026 Speaker: Pastor Doug Rife Series: Look Up How can we pray for you? - Text “PrayFW” to 94000 Giving - https://templefw.churchcenter.com/give/ Welcome to Temple Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas. We exist to guide people to life change in Jesus Christ. For more information: https://www.templebaptistchurch.net/
Your life moves in the directionof your eyes gaze, so fix your focus relentlessly on Jesus.
Chuck and Roxy are back and open the show with a Little Palooza recap!Next it's time to "Meet the Littles" as our hosts welcome Justin Whaley to the podcast! (15:45) FACEBOOK or INSTAGRAM Search: Justin WhaleyThen our hosts close out the show with some NBA Finals talk and your 2026 Tony's recap! (38:00)SONG: "Runaway" by Hot Pink Hangover www.hotpinkhangover.comJINGLE: Swingmonalisa — Living, Breathing NBA Commissioner (One Eyed One Horned Flying Purple People Eater) - ft. Colby Neiswinger (03/26/2015)Podcast Website - www.loyallittlespod.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/c/loyallittlespod/membershipPodcast Email - WTFCPODNET@GMAIL.COMTwitter:@loyallittlespod Instagram: @theloyallittlespodcastPODCAST LOGO DESIGN by Eric Londergan (Episode 4) www.redbubble.com Search: ericlondergan or copy and paste this link! https://www.redbubble.com/people/ericlondergan/shop
About five years ago, Ian Simpson rang James out of the blue and anonymously blew his mind with information so extraordinary James wished it had been on a podcast. Now, finally, Ian got in touch again - and you can hear for yourself. On the menu: chemtrails; who really, REALLY runs the world; the boat invasion from Calais; how to get rich quick; how he was nearly bumped off by his ex-girlfriend. Ian's websites are Look-Up.org.uk and Stoptheinvasion.uk ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ Monetary Metals is providing a true alternative to saving and earning in dollars by making it possible to save AND EARN in gold and silver. Monetary Metals has been paying interest on gold and silver for over 8 years. Right now, accredited investors can earn 12% annual interest on silver, paid in silver in their latest silver bond offering. For example, if you have 1,000 ounces of silver in the deal, you receive 120 ounces of silver interest paid to your account in the first year. Go to the link in the description or head to https://monetary-metals.com/delingpole/ to learn more about how to participate and start earning a return on honest money again with Monetary Metals. ↓ ↓ How environmentalists are killing the planet, destroying the economy and stealing your children's future. In Watermelons, an updated edition of his ground-breaking 2011 book, JD tells the shocking true story of how a handful of political activists, green campaigners, voodoo scientists and psychopathic billionaires teamed up to invent a fake crisis called ‘global warming'. This updated edition includes two new chapters which, like a geo-engineered flood, pour cold water on some of the original's sunny optimism and provide new insights into the diabolical nature of the climate alarmists' sinister master plan. Purchase Watermelons by James Delingpole here: https://jamesdelingpole.co.uk/Shop/ ↓ ↓ ↓ Buy James a Coffee at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jamesdelingpole To support independent, no-holds-barred journalism and gain first and full access to all James's content, subscribe directly at https://jamesdelingpole.co.uk x
The devices designed to connect us may actually be contributing to deeper loneliness. In week two of our Look Up series, we explore the growing epidemic of isolation in a world that has never been more digitally connected. Drawing from the book of 2 John, this message examines God's design for genuine human connection and why face-to-face relationships remain essential for spiritual health, joy, and flourishing. Along the way, we confront what the message calls the "unholy trinity" of digital disconnection: comparison, criticism, and coveting. The good news is that Jesus came not only to reconcile us to God, but also to restore our relationships with one another. Through the gospel, we are freed from the endless cycle of comparison and invited into a life marked by grace, gratitude, unity, and authentic connection. Whether you feel overwhelmed by social media, distracted by your devices, or simply longing for deeper relationships, this message offers both biblical hope and practical steps to help you look up, reconnect, and experience the life God designed for you. Sunday, June 7th, 2026 Speaker: Pastor Doug Rife Series: Look Up How can we pray for you? - Text “PrayFW” to 94000 Giving - https://templefw.churchcenter.com/give/ Welcome to Temple Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas. We exist to guide people to life change in Jesus Christ. For more information: https://www.templebaptistchurch.net/
Once again the NYTimes crossword boffins have gone above and beyond to inject a little something extra into the grid, to aid the constructor. We had animation the other day, and today we have ... something that we'll let you hear about in today's podcast (whew! no spoiler alert necessary).Besides the crossword, we also have some enlightening listener mail related to yesterday's puzzle, so be sure to check it all out, right here!Show note imagery: A ski resort in Lillehammer, Norway, host of the 1994 Winter Olympics.We love feedback! Send us a text...Contact Info:We love listener mail! Drop us a line, crosswordpodcast@icloud.com.Also, we're on FaceBook, so feel free to drop by there and strike up a conversation!
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How much of your attention is being shaped by your phone? In this message, we begin a new series exploring the relationship between faith, technology, and the habits that shape our daily lives. In a world where many of us check our phones hundreds of times a day, it's worth asking: What is all of that attention doing to our hearts, our relationships, and our walk with God? Drawing from Isaiah 26, this message explores the biblical concept of shalom—a peace that is far deeper than the absence of conflict. Scripture promises that God will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfastly focused on Him. The goal isn't to demonize technology. The real issue is where we place our trust and attention. When our focus shifts toward God, faith grows—and where faith grows, peace follows. If you've been feeling distracted, overwhelmed, anxious, or spiritually stretched thin, this message offers a timely invitation to lift your eyes, refocus your heart, and rediscover the peace that Jesus promises. Sunday, May 31st, 2026 Speaker: Pastor Doug Rife Series: Look Up How can we pray for you? - Text “PrayFW” to 94000 Giving - https://templefw.churchcenter.com/give/ Welcome to Temple Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas. We exist to guide people to life change in Jesus Christ. For more information: https://www.templebaptistchurch.net/
Ever felt like you needed a complex script or a third-party automation just to rank your records or find the 'next' item in a sequence? In this episode, we show you a much cleaner, more stable way to do it using nothing but Airtable's native Rollup and Lookup field sorting! We break down the exact formulas and structural setups needed to build dynamic leaderboards and sequential approval workflows. Whether you're managing a sales leaderboard or a multi-step landscaping route, these hacks will help you build more robust, efficient bases. Join us as we reveal the 'Utility Record' trick and show you how to master the math behind these powerful formulas.
What's in the night sky this June? Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomers Jess and Catherine cover this month's must-see cosmic objects and events in this podcast. As usual, our hosts also discuss this month's cosmic news stories, including the SMILE mission and the recent launch of SpaceX's Starship V3. Got a question about space? Send it to us at ROGeducation@rmg.co.uk and our team of astronomers will answer it in next month's podcast. See the SMILE picture mentioned in the podcast here: https://www.esa.int/Science_Exploration/Space_Science/Smile/Smile_factsheet2
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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores the growing trend of people turning to AI for friendship, emotional support, and self-understanding–and what may be missing in those conversations. Drawing from current research and Hebrews 4, he contrasts relationships that simply reflect us back to ourselves with the kind of friendships–and faith–that lovingly challenge us to grow. Pastor Zach reminds listeners that real transformation doesn't come from constant affirmation, but from God's truth and the people he places in our lives to help shape us.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach examines the growing frustration many Americans feel toward government and asks a simple but challenging question: are we evaluating leadership by results or by tribal loyalty? Drawing from current events and the words of Jesus in Matthew 11, he highlights how true wisdom is revealed not by appearances, promises, or political labels–but by what actually produces lasting fruit. Pastor Zach challenges listeners to think beyond partisanship and pursue leaders, values, and decisions that are proven by their impact.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach unpacks a growing conversation around mental health, psychiatry, and the reality that many psychological diagnoses are more complex and evolving than most people realize. He explores the value of therapy, counseling, and medical care while challenging the idea that every struggle can be solved by a label or prescription alone. Pastor Zach encourages believers to embrace both practical help and spiritual truth, reminding us that while medicine can support healing, lasting transformation ultimately comes through the renewing work of Jesus Christ.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
On Episode 879 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Abhishek Bisen, Head- Fixed Income at Kotak Mahindra AMC as well as Yashwant Deshmukh, Founder-Director of C-Voter.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Could there be curbs on dollar outflows?(06:01) The markets look up as the rupee hits fresh low(06:56) US Treasury yields are in the danger zone, what the India impact could be?(14:04) A leading economist says the Government is winning elections but losing the economy. A deep dive.Check out our Live Earnings tracker: https://earnings.thecore.in/For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores the surprising comeback of hacky sack among Gen Z and what it reveals about a deeper hunger for real, in-person community. He unpacks how, in a generation shaped by screens, technology, and constant digital connection, young people are still craving shared experiences, belonging, and meaningful relationships. Pastor Zach challenges both parents and the Church to recognize this opportunity–to create spaces where the next generation can be known, grow in faith, and be part of something bigger than themselves.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores how growing anxiety about the future–from economic uncertainty to political tension and cultural instability–is shaping major life decisions, including whether people choose to start families. He unpacks how faith in the sovereignty of God gives Christians a different foundation–one marked by peace, trust, and confidence that God is in control even when the world feels uncertain. Pastor Zach encourages listeners to pause and recognize the often-overlooked ways the gospel has already shaped their lives, reminding us that true rest is found in trusting the one who holds it all together.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
Mark 1:35-38 // What does the metaphorical "bedroom" represent in our lives, habits, priorities? We will discuss... Public vs. Private spaces... Intimacy with God... Healthy Boundaries ... Singleness as the Ideal... Marriage as a Concession... Celebrating the Lookup... The Power of Grace. * MUSIC PLAYLIST -- https://tinyurl.com/fkzpkjwh * SERMON PODCAST -- https://tinyurl.com/2sn3msmn * CONNECT WITH US -- https://siderischurch.com/connectcard * MORE GOSPEL RESOURCES -- https://siderischurch.com/resources
Mark 1:35-38 // What does the metaphorical "bedroom" represent in our lives, habits, priorities? We will discuss... Public vs. Private spaces... Intimacy with God... Healthy Boundaries ... Singleness as the Ideal... Marriage as a Concession... Celebrating the Lookup... The Power of Grace. * MUSIC PLAYLIST -- https://tinyurl.com/fkzpkjwh * SERMON PODCAST -- https://tinyurl.com/2sn3msmn * CONNECT WITH US -- https://siderischurch.com/connectcard * MORE GOSPEL RESOURCES -- https://siderischurch.com/resources
When the World Shakes, Look Up In this grounding and timely message, Pastor Rhonda Giles Davis addresses the heavy culture of anxiety, economic strain, and digital noise that characterizes modern life. Drawing from the calling of the Prophet Isaiah, she reminds the congregation that when earthly systems begin to crack, our response shouldn't be to panic, but to lift our gaze to the King who remains completely unshaken. Key Highlights The Low-Grade Anxiety of Our Day: Pastor Rhonda challenges the church to be vigilant about what they consume online. She warns against the "cannibalistic" culture of social media and AI-generated distractions designed to induce panic and tight chests, urging believers to limit exposure to things without godly intent. The "King Uzziah" Crisis: Isaiah's vision didn't happen during a time of peace; it happened "in the year that King Uzziah died." Uzziah had provided stability and prosperity for fifty-two years. His death threw the nation into panic. Pastor Rhonda notes that everyone faces a "King Uzziah moment"—the sudden loss of a job, a diagnosis, or a closed door that causes earthly foundations to shake. The Trap of Hedonic Adaptation: Humans naturally get used to amazing things over time, causing them to become routine. Pastor Rhonda warns against allowing our relationship with Jesus to fall into this routine, urging the church to return to the pure awe and amazement of their first love. The Breaking is Holy Ground: True encounters with God's holiness don't produce a shame that destroys us; instead, they produce a holy brokenness that opens us up. Real transformation requires moving past a polished religious exterior and being completely honest about our mess before the throne. Sustained from the Inside Out: God doesn't just create the universe; He actively sustains it. Pastor Rhonda points out that if God can naturally replace the seven octillion atoms in the human body without our effort, we can completely trust Him to sustain our families, our health, and our finances. Shifting Perspectives: Street Level vs. Throne Level Perspective The Street-Level View (Looking Down) The Throne-Level View (Looking Up) Focus Constantly staring at problems, scrolling through chaos, and rehearsing limitations. Beholding the Master, high and exalted, seated firmly on the throne. The Mind Fear tightens its grip; low-grade anxiety settles into a permanent residence. Faith builds up; earthly troubles begin to grow strangely dim. The Cry "Woe is me! I am ruined and completely unqualified." "Here am I, Lord! Your grace has atoned for my past—send me." Outcome Emotional exhaustion and a fixed mindset of defeat. Spiritual recalibration and a fresh, active "yes" to your calling. Core Message: Your Perspective Dictates Your Peace The central premise of the sermon rests on a foundational truth: where you look determines what you see, and what you see determines how you live. If you can see God completely sovereign above your storm, you can easily survive the waves beneath it. "God isn't looking for people who have figured out how to make the world stop shaking, because you're not gonna do it. He's looking for people who will see Him clear enough and say, 'The shaking in my world does not determine my yes.'" Scriptural Foundation Colossians 1:16-17: All things were created through Him and for Him; He is before all things, and in Him, all things consist. Isaiah 6:1-8: Isaiah's majestic vision of the Lord seated on the throne, surrounded by the seraphim crying, "Holy, holy, holy." Psalm 139: A reminder that we are fearfully and wonderfully knit together by God. Luke 12:27: Jesus' teaching to consider the lilies of the field and abandon toxic worry. Action Steps for the Week Silence Your Mouth, Guard Your Clicks: Step back from online arguments, negative commentary, and profit-driven clickbait that feeds your anxiety. X-Out the Dragons: Like master mariner Sir John Franklin, look at the maps of your past trauma and write "Here Be God" right over the spaces where the enemy tried to plant demons and dragons. Attend Consecration Service: Use the upcoming Wednesday night service to lay down your performance, stop pretending you are okay, and let the fire of God's grace touch your wounds. Would you like me to help you create a specific scriptural reading plan focused on the sovereignty and peace of God to ground you when daily life starts to feel overwhelming? "Thanks for listening! For more information, visit churchoftheharvest.com. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and YouTube @cothcleveland.
What happens when you spend your whole life looking down… at work, success, control, and survival… and finally look up? In this week's powerful conclusion to the What on Earth Am I Here For? series, we'll walk through Ecclesiastes 11–12 and discover why the only lasting meaning in life is found in fearing God, trusting Jesus, and living fully present in the days we've been given.
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores growing concerns over the overprescription of psychiatric medications and what leading mental health experts are now saying. He encourages listeners to practice discernment, ask thoughtful questions, and think critically about the advice they receive–especially when it comes to their health. Pastor Zach reminds us that wisdom means testing everything and holding fast to what is good.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach unpacks how today's media ecosystem often profits by keeping people afraid, angry, and constantly engaged. He challenges listeners to guard their hearts, pay attention to what they're consuming, and recognize how fear shapes the way we live and see the world. Pastor Zach reminds us that our peace isn't found in headlines or algorithms, but in the unchanging truth of the gospel.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach reflects on the state of American politics and asks whether our culture has settled for familiar names instead of fresh ideas. He challenges listeners to think beyond party loyalty and consider the importance of both character and competence in leadership. Pastor Zach reminds us that wise leadership matters, and as Christians, how we think about those in authority should be shaped by biblical wisdom.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores how AI conversations are increasingly being used in criminal investigations and what that means for privacy in a digital world. He unpacks the spiritual reality that nothing is truly hidden, pointing listeners to Jesus' words about what is done in secret eventually coming to light. Pastor Zach challenges us to live with integrity, remembering that God sees not only our public lives, but our private ones too.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach unpacks a recent story involving students being taken to political rallies and what it reveals about worldview, education, and cultural influence. He challenges the idea of neutrality in the classroom and encourages parents to stay engaged in how their children are being shaped. Pastor Zach reminds listeners that the responsibility of spiritual and moral formation begins at home.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach unpacks a powerful true story of a former prosecutor who spent years trying to make things right after realizing he had pursued justice for the wrong reasons. Through this story and the example of Zacchaeus, he explores the weight–and freedom–that comes with admitting when we are wrong. The episode challenges listeners to consider where God may be calling them to repentance, reconciliation, and restored relationships.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode, Dave and Chris review Ringo Starr's new album Long Long Road, produced by T‑Bone Burnett. We discuss the album's short runtime, country/Americana slant, and notable guests (Molly Tuttle, Billy Strings, St. Vincent, Sheryl Crow), and consider whether this feels like a sequel to his last year's Look Up. As usual with most Ringo albums, his drumming is great and his voice is good, but there are some inconsistent production choices, weirdly-muted guest vocals, and some repetitive or filler moments. But if you want to hear it, use these links to purchase the album! Ringo Starr - Long Long Road LP https://amzn.to/4tdcAwB Ringo Starr - Long Long Road CD https://amzn.to/4dpI7qa Our storefront: https://amzn.to/49ylVry (As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases) Feel free to email or record a message about this episode to ivegotabeatlespodcast@outlook.com and we'll include you in our "Please Mr. Postman" segment. Try using Vocaroo for an audio message! Also, please comment on, like, and rate us wherever you listen to your podcasts. You can now watch us on YouTube! Complete episodes can be found at https://ivegotabeatlespodcast.podbean.com. Email: ivegotabeatlespodcast@outlook.com X: @ivegotabeatles Facebook: I've Got A Beatles Podcast Check out our non-Beatles video venture: "Song Album Career!"
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores a cultural critique, arguing that older generations are unfairly holding disproportionate wealth and influence in society. He unpacks the tension between entitlement and responsibility, challenging the idea that influence should be redistributed rather than earned. The episode ultimately points listeners back to a biblical view of diligence, humility, and learning across generations.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores the rising impact of sports gambling and how it is reshaping athletes, competition, and culture in ways many of us overlook. He uses a recent story of a college quarterback's gambling struggle to examine how addiction, incentives, and mass participation are affecting both individuals and the sports we love. The episode challenges listeners to consider not just personal freedom, but the broader consequences of a culture driven by profit and appetite.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores how financial secrecy in marriage can quietly erode trust and lead to deep relational damage. Drawing from cultural trends and the biblical teaching that marriage makes two people “one flesh,” he challenges couples to pursue transparency and unity in how they handle money. The episode invites listeners to examine the health of their own relationships and consider where hidden habits may be putting unity at risk.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores how quickly we can begin to rationalize behavior when we believe the ends justify the means. He connects a current cultural conversation about moral justification with the biblical warning that “everyone did what was right in their own eyes” in the book of Judges. The episode challenges us to let God's Word–not our reasoning–define what is right and wrong, and to consider where rationalization may already be shaping our own lives.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
What if our most famous environmental dystopias reveal as much about fear and ideology as they do about the future?In this episode of Reckoning with Jason Herbert, I sit down with film scholar Matthew Thompson, author of On Life Support, to unpack the haunting world of Soylent Green—and the larger tradition of eco-dystopian cinema that emerged in the 1970s.We explore how films like Soylent Green, Planet of the Apes, and Silent Running channeled the anxieties of the early environmental movement, from overpopulation and pollution to resource scarcity and class inequality. Drawing on the influence of Rachel Carson's Silent Spring, we examine how these films translated real-world fears into unforgettable cinematic visions.But this conversation goes deeper. Thompson argues that beneath their ecological warnings, these films often carry troubling assumptions—about population control, class, and who gets to survive. From the legacy of The Population Bomb to the shocking logic behind Soylent Green's infamous twist, we ask: what do these stories really say about environmental politics—then and now?We also connect the 1970s to today's resurgence of eco-dystopian storytelling, from Snowpiercer to Don't Look Up, and consider what modern climate anxiety reveals about our own moment.This is a conversation about film, history, and the uneasy truths lurking beneath our visions of the future.
Listener Jason used ChatGPT to find information that answered a colleague’s question. But did he “look it up?” John Siracusa and Jason Snell.
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