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In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach revisits a controversial discussion on homeless camps and how Christians should respond to both the crisis and the policies surrounding it. Prompted by California's efforts to disband encampments, Pastor Zach explores the tension between compassion for the homeless and personal responsibility—highlighting that biblical love doesn't ignore accountability. With wisdom and nuance, he challenges listeners to distinguish between personal Christian calling and governmental duty, while urging us not to settle for simplistic, politically charged answers.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!Original episode: Homeless Camps: What Do We Owe Those In Need?
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach welcomes guest host Jamie Hewitt to explore the question: Are our best days behind us? Prompted by an article reflecting on post-college disillusionment, Jamie unpacks how the gospel gives purpose, even in seasons of uncertainty or transition. Whether we're chasing big dreams or just navigating the ordinary, our lives find lasting meaning only when they're connected to God's greater story.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 revisits a deeply sobering topic: the response to school shootings and the Christian tendency to default to blame. Instead of asking, “Who's at fault?”, Pastor Zach challenges listeners to lean into lament, love for neighbor, and gospel-sharing as tools that actually move us toward healing. In a world that keeps breaking, the church is called to be a people who cry out to God, draw others in, and offer lasting hope through Jesus. Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!Original episode: School Shooting: Who Can I Blame?
In this episode of the Outlaw Radio Show, Pastor Zach interviews The Deer Daddy in the third installment of an interview series designed for you to ge to tknow the Outlaws.
In today's message, Pastor Zach shares from Ephesians 2:1-10. We are reminded of a few vital points: The helpless state we are in without the intervention of Christ, His grace is what has saved us, and we are his special creation called for his purpose with a unique assignment.
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach hands the mic to guest host Jeff Heinrich, who confronts a disturbing new trend: turning human embryos into jewelry. Drawing on biblical passages about the sacredness of life, Jeff challenges listeners to speak out against practices that commodify and devalue what God has declared holy. This episode is a sobering call for Christians to be vocal defenders of life from its very beginning.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
Summer In The City: Built Different - Pastor Zach FormosaThis week Pastor Zach Formosa kicks off our brand new summer series!Want to connect more with Rose Church? Find more information at https://www.rosechurch.org and give at - https://www.rosechurch.org/give Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss more incredible sermons like this one or previous series like “Breaking the Cycle” or “The Spiritual Realm” from Pastor Andrew Damazio, Dr. AJ Swoboda, Pastor Julia Damazio and many other incredible pastors!Thanks for listening!
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach revisits one of the podcast's most engaging conversations—how to hold both truth and love when it comes to sexuality and faith. Using Pope Francis' mixed messaging on same-sex relationships as a launch point, Pastor Zach challenges listeners to surrender their personal definitions of love to God, who is love. Real love, he reminds us, means aligning with what God has said is true—even when it's hard.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!Original episode: Pope Francis: Can We Truly Love LGBTQ+ Without Compromise?
Is there ever a situation or context where it is good and right for you to say, "No," to the Lord? Consider that our God made humanity in a "garden of yes" or that the Lord Jesus always said, "Yes," to his Father's will. Listen to Pastor Zach's exhortation to never say, "No."
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach revisits one of the podcast's most talked-about episodes—Oklahoma's move to put Bibles back in classrooms. He unpacks why every person brings a worldview to their work (yes, even secularism), and argues that Christians have every right to bring their faith into public spaces—just like everyone else. It's not about dominance, but equal presence at the ideological table.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!Original episode: Oklahoma Bible: Would Religion in Public Schools be Harmful?
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach welcomes guest host Ken Prabucki to explore the question: When does entertainment become sin? Through the lens of film, culture, and Scripture, Ken challenges listeners to consider whether the media we consume points us toward brokenness or toward restoration. As Christians, we're called to pursue hope and discernment—even in what we choose to watch.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
Listen in as Pastor Zach wraps up our 'Father Abraham' series in Genesis 22!
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach revisits a listener-favorite episode exploring whether Christians should listen to Jordan Peterson. While acknowledging the value in Peterson's emphasis on responsibility and moral clarity, Pastor Zach offers a caution: even wisdom that sounds biblical must be measured against the Word of God. Only Jesus is always right—everyone else, no matter how insightful, must be heard with discernment.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!Original episode: Should We Listen to Jordan Peterson?
In this episode of the Outlaw Radio Show, Pastor Zach interviews Pope Crieghton in the second installment of an interview series designed for you to ge to tknow the Outlaws.
In this episode of the Outlaw Radio Show, Pastor Zach interviews Pope Crieghton in the second installment of an interview series designed for you to ge to tknow the Outlaws.
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach invites guest host Laura Simmonds to explore the question: Can we guarantee human flourishing? Prompted by an article on the "Success Sequence," Laura unpacks how work, marriage, and family reflect God's good design—but also reminds us that true flourishing is found not in outcomes, but in growing in grace and knowing Christ. This episode challenges both parents and communities to pursue God's best while keeping Jesus at the center of lasting hope.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 revisits a controversial and much-discussed question: Is Donald Trump God's anointed leader? He unpacks what Scripture really says about God's sovereignty over human rulers—reminding us that while God appoints leaders, that doesn't mean he endorses all they do. Pastor Zach challenges us to reserve the title of “anointed” for the only one truly worthy of it: Jesus Christ.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!Original episode: Is Trump God's Anointed?
Today's sermon is Illustrations for Humanity by Zach Adams Find more teaching from Pastor Zach at www.zachadams.org
Pastor Zach teaches us that Jesus is strong and kind in the face of three weaknesses we share with the judged nations found in Jeremiah 46 and 47.WEAK STUFF (46:11)WEAK FRONTS (46:17)WEAK COMMITMENTS (47:3)
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach revisits a powerful conversation on global tragedy and the weight of empathetic distress in a world flooded with heartbreaking news. Reflecting on overwhelming suffering—like the deaths of children in Gaza—he reminds us that the Christian response begins with prayer, humility, and hope in a God who sees, cares, and acts. When we bring our broken hearts to God, we not only ask him to move in the world—we invite him to move in us.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!Original episode: Global Tragedy: What to do When We Can do Nothing?
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach introduces guest host Jimmy Kozy, who explores the rapid rise of AI-powered robotics and what it means for the future of human work. Reflecting on scripture, Jimmy reminds us that human creativity is a reflection of God's image—and that our value isn't defined by what we produce, but by the purpose God has given us. Even in a world of machines, we were made for meaningful, worship-filled work—now and in eternity.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 revisits a popular and controversial discussion on gun violence in America. He urges listeners not to start with the political debate but to recognize the deeper issue at play: the widespread reality of broken families. With compassion and clarity, Pastor Zach challenges the church to focus on restoration at the root—believing the gospel's power to heal homes before harm ever happens.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com! Original episode: Don't Start With Guns
In this episode of the Outlaw Radio Show, Pastor Zach interviews Spice Daddy in the first installment of an interview series designed for you to ge to tknow the Outlaws.
In this episode of the Outlaw Radio Show, Pastor Zach interviews Spice Daddy in the first installment of an interview series designed for you to ge to tknow the Outlaws.
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Pastor Zach introduces guest host Brad Wenclewicz, who explores the question, “What is the law?” Drawing from scripture, philosophy, and a personal story, Brad unpacks how true justice isn't self-defined but rooted in the unchanging character of God. He points listeners to the cross as the place where righteousness and mercy meet—and where all our longings for justice are ultimately fulfilled.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 revisits a past conversation about the 2024 election and the growing trend of blind political allegiance. He challenges listeners to consider whether their loyalty lies more with political parties than with God, calling for a faith that isn't shaped by tribalism but by the truth of Jesus Christ. It's a timely reminder that our ultimate confidence belongs not in a candidate—but in a King.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com! Original episode: 2024 Election: Are We Blindly Supporting Party Candidates?
If God needs nothing, ultimately acts for his own glory in all things, and eternally delights in himself, why should we worship? Listen to Pastor Zach's sermon on John 4:23-24 for more.
Every generation is unique, but we can honor each other for our differences! Let's learn from one another and build a brighter future together, as Pastor Zach shares powerful lessons from King David and Solomon.Stay up to date by following us on your favorite social networks.Facebook | Instagram | YouTube Have questions or comments? Email us at contact@kingofkings.org. Thanks for listening!
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, Zach Weihrauch tackles a subtle but powerful form of temptation: the cultural obsession with wealth as entertainment. Sparked by a thought-provoking Atlantic article titled Money Is Ruining Television, Zach explores how modern shows—from glossy dramas to flashy reality TV—are shaping our hearts and values in ways we often don't notice. Could our binge-watching habits be quietly training us to covet more, care less, and trust wealth over God? Jesus had a lot to say about money—and not because it's bad, but because it can become a god. This conversation will challenge you to think more deeply about what you consume, why it matters, and how the gospel gives us a better way.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this sobering episode of Wake Up Look Up, Zach Weihrauch reflects on the tragic story of Thomas Crooks—the would-be assassin who attempted to kill President Trump—and asks a haunting question: Could the church have made a difference? Drawing from an in-depth profile in the New York Times, Zach explores the isolation, mental health struggles, and radicalization that shaped Crooks' path—and how the presence of a faithful Christian community might have changed the outcome. This isn't about politics or security—it's about evangelism, neighbor love, and the urgent call for the church to reach those on the margins. If you're tempted to look away, don't. This episode challenges us to see, to act, and to love—because eternity could depend on it.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, host Zach Weihrauch takes a deeper look at this year's graduation speeches—from politicians to puppets—and asks a simple question: does anyone actually have answers? With many cultural leaders offering critiques of society but few solutions, Zach challenges listeners to consider the one voice that never diagnoses without healing—Jesus Christ. Explore how the gospel doesn't just name the problem, but delivers real hope, purpose, and restoration in a world full of confusion. If you're longing for truth in a post-truth world, this episode is for you.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In this episode of the Outlaw Radio Show, Pastor Zach and the Boys discuss what justifies war for the Christian.
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, host Zach Weihrauch tackles a striking question: could our desire for revenge be more than emotional—could it be addictive? Prompted by an article from The Wall Street Journal, Zach explores how revenge triggers the brain's reward systems like a drug, and how forgiveness, particularly through Jesus Christ, offers the only true path to healing. Learn why the cross isn't just a symbol of mercy, but the ultimate answer to justice—and how God's justice frees us to forgive, find peace, and break the cycle of bitterness.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
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In this teaching, Pastor Zach delves into the story of Abraham, emphasizing the significance of God's promises. The sermon highlights that God's promises are made to real people in a world filled with challenges and are rooted in His character, not human actions. Pastor Zach reassures the audience that even if they feel distant from God's work, His promises remain for them. Using the metaphor of a diamond against velvet, the teaching illustrates how God's promises shine amidst human struggles. Ultimately, the message encourages embracing God's promises, grounded in His unwavering faithfulness and love.
In this episode of Wake Up Look Up, host Zach Weihrauch reflects on the recent firing of NBA coach Tom Thibodeau and explores a deeper question: why does our culture so often reject "good" in the relentless pursuit of "great"? Drawing from both sports headlines and Scripture, Zach unpacks how our restlessness for success reveals a spiritual longing only Christ can satisfy. Discover how faithfulness—not achievement—is God's true standard for success, and why rest in Jesus is better than any worldly trophy.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
Pastor Zach breaks down the importance of prayer from Jeremiah 45.Pray because...God hears you (v.1-2)God is a good listener (v.3)It's not about you (v.4-5a)God is for you (v.5b)
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach asks: Is our natural negativity spiritually helpful? Drawing from brain science and biblical truth, he explores how our tendency to fixate on the negative can both hinder and help our walk with Christ. While godly sorrow can lead to repentance and discernment helps us pursue what is good, Scripture reminds us that we aren't meant to stay stuck in the dark. Our hope is anchored in Christ—a hope stronger than any criticism or inner doubt. Don't just dwell on the negative. Let it lead you to Jesus.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 asks: Who can tell a kid no? Inspired by an op-ed on communal parenting, he challenges the individualism of modern parenting and casts a vision for the church as a spiritual family. Drawing from Scripture, Pastor Zach reminds us that raising children in the Lord isn't just the job of parents—it's a shared calling for the whole church. Correction, encouragement, and discipleship aren't overreach; they're love in action. It doesn't take a village—it takes the body of Christ.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 asks: Can reading save us? Reflecting on a recent Washington Post article, he explores how the decline in reading and writing isn't just a cultural crisis—but a spiritual one. Pastor Zach calls Christians back to the written Word of God, reminding us that transformation begins with renewed minds, shaped by Scripture. In a world of noise, God still speaks clearly—through His Word, if we'll make space to read it.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
The Church Street Podcast is thrilled to introduce a new sub-series, tentatively titled "The Bullpen." With three gifted preachers serving at First Grapevine, there's often one who doesn't get the chance to share their unique perspective on each week's scripture. The Bullpen is where that voice gets heard. In this episode, join Pastor Zach Stiefel, Pastor Grant Palma, and Paul Bielss as they dive into Acts 2:1–13, the powerful story of Pentecost. Pastor Zach also shares a compelling story about Baylor football coach Grant Teaff and his quarterback Neil Jeffrey—and how they navigated a challenging moment with courage and faith. Follow us on all our social media channels to stay connected with this series and everything happening at Church Street. Let's grow together in truth and grace—we can't wait for you to join us!
In this episode of the Outlaw Radio Show, Pastor Zach and the Boys discuss what it means to be a Temple of the Living God, as Jesus describes his followers.
In this episode of the Outlaw Radio Show, Pastor Zach and the Boys discuss the Gay Pride movement, its origins, and its lies.
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach asks: Can the Left save men? Responding to a New York Times op-ed and the growing “manosphere” movement, he unpacks the crisis facing young men and why neither politics nor internet influencers can offer what they truly need. Pastor Zach points to the church—not Washington—as the place where young men can find purpose, strength, and identity through Jesus Christ. It's a call for the church to reengage and disciple the next generation of men.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 a surprising link between rising therapy culture and falling birth rates. Prompted by a recent New York Times op-ed, he unpacks how processing past trauma can lead to fear of parenting—and why the gospel offers a better way. With biblical insight and pastoral care, Zach reminds us that our hope isn't in perfection, but in Christ, who redeems our past and makes us new.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!
In a world of conflicting views, how do we honor those in authority, especially when they disagree with us? Pastor Zach reminds us that how we stand matters just as much as what we stand for.Stay up to date by following us on your favorite social networks.Facebook | Instagram | YouTube Have questions or comments? Email us at contact@kingofkings.org. Thanks for listening!
In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach addresses the spiritual and societal harm of pornography, calling Christians to stop minimizing its effects and start taking the fight seriously. Prompted by a New York Times op-ed, he explains how pornography rejects God's design, devalues human dignity, and dulls our desire for God. With both urgency and compassion, he urges listeners to stop believing the lie that pornography is harmless and to pursue healing and holiness instead.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 responds to recent reports of a cover-up surrounding President Biden's cognitive decline, and the ethical and spiritual implications of hiding the truth. He explores how truth-telling, accountability, and servant leadership are biblical essentials—not just for presidents, but for all of us. Pastor Zach challenges listeners to reject self-preservation and instead lead with integrity, humility, and concern for the good of others.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!