Podcasts about pastor zach

In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach raises the alarm on kratom—an addictive drug sold over the counter and increasingly destroying lives. While it promises relief, it leads to dependency, dulls our connection to God, and masks the real issues we face. Scripture calls us to freedom, not bondage—and that includes being alert, sober-minded, and fully dependent on the Holy Spirit.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 dives into the plummeting value of diamonds and asks the deeper question: are you done chasing status? He shows how Scripture calls us to anchor our identity not in wealth or possessions, but in the unshakable worth found in Jesus. True value never fades—and it was secured by the precious blood 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 dives into the controversy surrounding the Epstein files and the conflicting narratives emerging from political leaders. He unpacks the dangers of conspiracy theories, reminding us that truth is not a political weapon but a freeing reality rooted in Christ. Through Scripture, he calls Christians to avoid the fog of speculation and place their hope in God—not in politicians or movements.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!

God loves to teach adults through the example of children. A child overwhelmed with frustration finds relief when she cries out to her mother for help. That is the very pattern God summons us to follow. Listen to Pastor Zach's exhortation to cry to the Lord for more.

In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores how younger Americans are redefining success by prioritizing health and well-being over wealth and career. He reflects on how this shift aligns with biblical wisdom, emphasizing that the true “good life” comes from surrendering to Jesus rather than chasing money or even personal balance alone.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 tension between restorative and traditional school discipline, asking whether classrooms have become too forgiving. Drawing on biblical principles, he argues that discipline is an act of love, necessary for protecting the innocent, upholding authority, and cultivating peace. Rather than avoiding conflict, Pastor Zach encourages a corrective approach that forms character and fosters long-term societal health.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 reflects on the cultural decline of literary fiction and why it matters for our spiritual and intellectual growth. He argues that thoughtful reading deepens our understanding of truth, encourages slow, reflective thinking, and helps shape our moral and theological imagination. Literature, like Scripture, invites us into deeper stories that challenge and form us—and Pastor Zach reminds us to nourish our minds and hearts with more than just “snackable” content.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 the Graven Image Clause of the 10 Commandments.

In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores how modern parenting and cultural fear have led to less physical activity and more screen time for kids. Using Scripture and wisdom from Proverbs, he challenges parents—and all of us—to embrace healthy, purposeful risk rather than sheltering in fear, reminding us that movement, adventure, and trust in God are key parts of a thriving life.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!

As we continue our Promises Made, Promises Kept series, Pastor Zach reflects on the moment God asks Abraham to sacrifice his only son, Isaac. This difficult command poses a deep question: “Will you give me the one thing you don't want to give me?” Just as Abraham was challenged to surrender what mattered most, we're invited to consider what we might be holding back from God. Through Abraham's transformation, we see that true relationship with God involves full trust—and that kind of surrender can change everything.

In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach explores how Christians should respond to tragedy, specifically natural disasters like the recent deadly flood in Texas. Instead of joining the cultural “blame game,” Pastor Zach challenges us to reject finger-pointing and lead with compassion, care, and truth—reminding listeners that our first priority should always be helping the hurting, not finding someone to fault.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!

You can get a lot wrong in life and still find grace, but if you get Jesus wrong, you miss everything.   Key Scriptures: • Matthew 16:15 - “Who do you say I am?” • John 14:6 - “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” • 1 Corinthians 15:17 - If Christ hasn't been raised, your faith is useless. • Romans 1:4 - The resurrection proved Jesus is the Son of God. • 2 Corinthians 11:4 -  A warning about following a different Jesus. • Colossians 1:15–20 - Christ is the visible image of the invisible God.     1. Jesus is the Centrepiece of the Gospel Christianity isn't built on vibes or values, it's built on a Person. Take Jesus out, and the whole thing crumbles. He didn't point to truth; He said, “I am the truth.”   2. Not Every Jesus is the Real Jesus A made-up Jesus can't save you. If your Jesus never challenges you, never confronts sin, and always agrees with your opinions, you didn't find the Messiah. You built a mirror.   3. The Resurrection Proves It Jesus said He'd die and rise again - and then He did. That's either delusion or divinity, and only one of those changed history. The resurrection isn't a metaphor. It's the reason your faith has weight.   One-Liner to Remember: You either crown Him or crucify Him, but you can't casually admire Him.   Call to Action: Don't follow the version of Jesus that fits your preferences. Follow the One who beat death and still calls you by name. This isn't about religion; it's about surrendering to the King who actually lived, died, and rose.  

In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach discusses the high rate of unsolved murders in America and explores the hope found in the Christian doctrine of hell. It emphasizes that human justice is imperfect, but God's ultimate judgment ensures that no wrongdoing goes unaccounted for. Pastor Zach encourages listeners to find comfort in the certainty of divine justice and to consider the significance of repentance and faith in 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 explores the growing distrust in public health officials and doctors, highlighting how political ideology and double standards have undermined confidence in medical guidance. Pastor Zach calls for a return to truth and wisdom—both personally and culturally—as the foundation for restoring trust and integrity in leadership.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 the bizarre rise of American Christians relocating to Russia in search of “traditional values” and spiritual refuge. Using the lens of the gospel, Pastor Zach challenges the mindset behind this trend, reminding us that no nation—America or Russia—is truly righteous. Instead of retreating from cultural brokenness, Jesus calls us to enter it with love, truth, and purpose. With clarity and conviction, Pastor Zach refocuses our hope on the only true promised land: the eternal Kingdom of God led by Jesus Christ.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 interviews The Deer Daddy in the third installment of an interview series designed for you to ge to tknow the Outlaws. This is part 2 of the interview with The Deer Daddy.

In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach tackles the spiritual consequences of doomscrolling and asks a bold question: could Satan be using your Instagram feed more than you think? With insight and urgency, Pastor Zach explains how the digital rabbit hole is training our brains for instant gratification—and slowly stalling our spiritual growth. From replacing stillness with noise to distracting us from our kingdom mission, he outlines five ways doomscrolling may be the most overlooked spiritual battle of our time.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!

As we continue our Promises Made, Promises Kept series, Pastor Zach reflects on the birth of Isaac as a powerful fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham and Sarah—despite their old age. Pastor Zach emphasizes that God's timing is perfect, even when it feels delayed or impossible. Pastor Zach connects Sarah's laughter to the surprising joy that comes when God brings life from what seemed barren. Ultimately, this story reminds us that God is faithful, and we can trust his promises, even when they seem out of reach.

In this episode of Wake Up, Look Up, Pastor Zach responds to the heartbreaking Texas flood and asks a hard question many are wrestling with: where is God's love in the face of such tragedy? With compassion and biblical clarity, he explores why even strong faith leads us to ask “why?”—and how the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus remain our fixed point when answers don't come. Pastor Zach reminds us that Christianity doesn't promise tidy explanations, but it does offer a Savior who suffers with us and for us.Have an article you'd like Pastor Zach to discuss? Email us at wakeup@ccchapel.com!

Pastor Zach discusses how God brings restoration after tribulation.

This week Pastor Zach Pinkerton guides through week 3 of our series Feel Good Faith. He addresses the myth that everyone gets to go to heaven upon death. We learn our decision to give our life to Jesus is the only circumstance that can get us to heaven. As he closes, Pastor Zach challenges all of us as believers to help others in our lives to make the decision to trust in Jesus for their salvation.

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 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?