I Like Birds Podcast

Has joy gone missing from the Church?
Some Christians act like if you laugh too hard, the Holy Spirit leaves the room. But what if joy isn't the enemy of our faith—what if it's actually one of the greatest evidences of it?
In this episode, I sit down with comedian Michael Pasvar for an honest conversation about Christian joy, church culture, comedy, faith, and why so many believers seem afraid to laugh.
We talk about:
• Why joy feels like it's disappearing from the modern Church
• The difference between holiness and seriousness
• Why comedy is rooted in truth
• How laughter breaks down walls and opens hearts
• Why humor can be a powerful tool for sharing the Gospel
• Michael's new comedy special, Blended Feathers
• Church culture, worship trends, and the tension many Christians feel today
One of my favorite moments from this conversation is the idea that if joy were a person, we'd have to put her on a milk carton:
"Missing: Joy. Last seen moving powerfully through the early church. Known for bringing life, freedom, laughter, and strength. If found, please return immediately. Things are not working well without her."
Scripture tells us in Nehemiah 8:10 that "the joy of the Lord is your strength." If that's true, then maybe one of the enemy's greatest strategies isn't stealing our salvation—it's stealing our joy.
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This viral story of a YouTuber and his wife terminating their baby's life due to a potential Down syndrome diagnosis has sent the internet on fire with discussion... Here is the perspective of two Jesus Followers who have close ties to this story.
Pastor Micah Berteau of The House Church joins Zach in the studio to unpack it all.Whatcha think? Is this just the world being the world, or does society as a whole have to shift its mindset on LIFE!
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What if the biggest danger of technology isn't what it can do—but what it slowly stops us from doing? We discuss AI, social media, GPS, and how modern tools may be affecting our ability to think, create, and hear God's voice. This conversation is a wake-up call for anyone seeking wisdom in a digital world.
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Cinematic Trailer for one of the best episodes of the year... Will you pass the test of deception that is already happening? If the elect can be deceived, can't we as well? What's God gonna do when the deception hits? Pour his spirit out on man... Watch this and then watch the full episode on YouTube, Apple, or Spotify.
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Jesus meant what he said when he described the end times being like the days of Noah... are we living in the last days and what will the final flood be?
Zach sits down with his spiritual father, Pastor Larry Ragland, bestselling author of The Final Flood, to explore the shocking parallels between biblical prophecy, artificial intelligence, UFO disclosure, transhumanism, spiritual deception, and the end times.
Pastor Larry shares his personal journey from skeptical pastor to one of the leading voices discussing the intersection of faith, culture, and the supernatural. Together, they unpack Matthew 24, Genesis 6, the Noah generation, AI technology, spiritual warfare, biblical worldview, and the growing push toward global deception.
You will hear :
• The meaning of "as in the days of Noah"
• AI, technology, and the future of humanity
• UFO disclosure and spiritual deception
• The Noah generation and biblical prophecy
• Transhumanism and attacks on identity
• The importance of a biblical worldview and knowing Jesus
• How Christians can prepare for the days ahead
• The message behind Pastor Larry's bestselling book, The Final Flood
Whether you're interested in Bible prophecy, current events, spiritual warfare, or understanding the signs of the times, this conversation will challenge you to think deeper and stay grounded in God's truth.
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