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.

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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.

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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.

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Original episode: Is Trump God’s Anointed?

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.

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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.

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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