Wake Up, Look Up

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.

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Original episode: Don’t Start With Guns

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.

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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.

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Original episode: 2024 Election: Are We Blindly Supporting Party Candidates?
 

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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