Lower Isn’t Lesser: How Humility Awakens the Spirit with Zach Meekreebs | Episode 324

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Rachel Awtrey

Christianity, Religion & Spirituality, Society & Culture, Personal Journals, Relationships

5 • 647 Ratings

🗓️ 23 April 2025

⏱️ 41 minutes

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Summary

What if the breakthrough you’re craving isn’t found in doing more, shouting louder, or performing harder—but in going lower? In today’s heartfelt and powerful episode, I’m joined by Zach Meekreebs—pastor, speaker, and author of Lower: Ignite Spiritual Awakening Through Radical Humility. We talk about how humility isn’t weakness—it’s consecrated confidence. Zach shares the behind-the-scenes story of how a quiet moment of obedience at Asbury University turned into a 16-day move of God that drew tens of thousands, and why the most profound spiritual awakenings often begin not in our strength, but in our surrender. This episode is a gentle invitation to rethink what it means to make an impact, lead with integrity, and live in step with God’s spirit—in your business, parenting, ministry, and everyday life. CONNECT FURTHER WITH RACHEL: https://rachelawtrey.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/realtalkpodcast https://www.instagram.com/rachel.awtrey/ CONTACT: [email protected] This video/podcast may contain affiliate links, sponsorships, or products I’ve received for free. I only share things I truly love and think will bring you value. If you purchase through my links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! ADVERTISE ON THE SHOW: To inquire about host-read ads or to become the show’s next Presenting Sponsor, please send an email to [email protected] or those at That Sounds Fun Network. EPISODE CREDITS: Podcast Cover Photography: Jay Barr Photography Production by Phillip and Cait Howard by Amplify Boutique Intro Music: “Luxurious” by Sunny Tones DISCLAIMERS: The views and opinions expressed in each episode are those of the individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast host and team or the owner of this Intellectual Property. This podcast is not an authority of legal advice, and listeners are encouraged to seek professional counsel with regard to their brand, business, and otherwise. We all hope you enjoy and find value in each episode. Many of the product and service promotions in each episode are under the negotiated terms of affiliate or sponsorship agreements. If a link is clicked and a purchase is made, an affiliate commission may be received. However, we recommend products or services that we personally endorse and believe may be beneficial to others. This information is disclosed in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Every runner knows the moment when everything clicks.
0:04.0	When your legs lock into a rhythm, the aches float away and doubts fade.
0:08.0	Replaced by a feeling of euphoria.
0:12.0	It's why you lace up at dawn.
0:15.0	Why a little rain doesn't stop you.
0:17.0	Why one run turns into a habit. So next time you go for a run, chase that runs high.
0:24.8	Learn more about running and go wild at puma.com.
0:29.9	Welcome to Real Talk with Rachel Autrey, where I invite you to delight in life and find joy right where you are today.
0:37.2	We're going to be talking about
0:38.2	something that might surprise you. And that's about how going lower in life might actually lift you up
0:44.0	in all the right ways. So we're diving into the power of humility, spiritual awakening,
0:49.7	and the kind of posture that invites God to truly move. So we're really going to go for it.
0:53.9	Some episodes are really fun and kind of like frivolous. And then there's other episodes.
0:57.7	People are like, oh, shoot, we're going there. Today is the oh shoot episode. So you're going to walk away
1:01.9	with ideas you can apply right now, moments that make you go. Oh yeah, me too. All from a girl girl and a dude who's trying to figure out life right alongside you. Yes, because we have
1:11.9	Zach Meere Krebs. Zach, you're in good company. I just had my husband and then I also had
1:16.6	Levi Lesko. So we don't have many dudes on the show, but when we do, y'all are really cool.
1:25.8	I can hang out with husbands and Levi.
1:29.2	Be like the godfather of silliness and Christianity.
1:32.3	Bob Goff was on here.
1:33.9	Yes.
1:34.9	We love Bob.
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