Union Baptist Church

Pastor Chase and Dr. Sharpe recap Jacob and Joesph as we look at the sovereignty of God in the midst of uncertainty.

In this week’s sermon, Donovan Brock continues our Road to Redemption series by exploring how God used Moses to lead His people out of slavery in Egypt. But the story doesn’t stop there. Moses’ leadership points to an even greater deliverance—one that would come through Jesus Christ, offering the true and lasting freedom we have today.

In this message from Genesis 50:20, we kick off our new series The Road to Redemption by walking through the life of Joseph—a man whose life went nothing like he planned, yet unfolded exactly according to God’s purpose.From betrayal and slavery to false accusations and prison, Joseph’s story reminds us that God is at work even when circumstances feel confusing, unfair, or forgotten. What others meant for evil, God planned for good—not just for Joseph, but for the salvation of many.This episode challenges us to wrestle with control, trust God’s sovereignty, and anchor our faith in Him rather than our circumstances. Ultimately, this sermon points us to the truth that God’s calling is less about what you do and more about who you are becoming—and that redemption is often happening long before we can see it.📖 Featuring insights from Romans 8, this message will encourage you to trust God’s plan, even when the road feels long.

Have you ever found yourself resisting God—or running from Him altogether? In this message from Genesis 32, we step into one of the most intense and personal moments in Scripture: Jacob’s midnight wrestling match with God.Drawing from the raw realities of fear, regret, pride, and uncertainty, this sermon explores why we so often fight God when He’s trying to bless us. From Jacob’s lifelong pattern of deception to his breaking point on the banks of the Jordan, we see a powerful truth unfold: God doesn’t wrestle against His people—He wrestles for them.This message confronts our self-sufficiency, exposes the cost of running from God, and invites us to cling to Him instead. It’s about surrender, weakness, and the grace that meets us when we finally let go. Just like Jacob, when we stop fighting and start holding on, God gives us a new name, a new walk, and a new future.If you’ve ever felt haunted by your past, anxious about your future, or exhausted from trying to do life in your own strength—this sermon is for you.

Testimony Time!In this special episode, Pastor Chase is joined by Dr. Sharpe and his wife, Julianna, for an honest and hope-filled conversation about rapture trauma—how fear-based teaching can shape faith, anxiety, and our view of God. Julianna also shares part of her personal testimony, opening up about the struggle to pursue a genuine, personal relationship with Jesus—even well into adulthood. This episode is raw, encouraging, and a reminder that faith grounded in grace brings freedom, not fear.

Series recap episode with Pastor Chase and Dr. Sharpe. In this week episode we also look at how Christians should view the media as well as some things recently taking the media by storm.

In this week's message Pastor Chase continues through our series Upside Down. We’re opening Genesis 22 and walking with Abraham into one of the most challenging and faith-stretching moments in all of Scripture. It’s a passage about testing, trust, and learning to place what matters most to us into the hands of a God who always provides.If you’ve ever felt like your faith was being stretched…If you’ve ever wrestled with trusting God when you don’t understand Him…If you’ve ever felt like you were carrying more weight than you could handle…This message is for you.God doesn’t test us to destroy us—He tests us to reveal His faithfulness. And sometimes, the very thing we’re holding onto is the thing God is asking us to surrender so we can see Him provide in ways we never imagined.

In this episode of Upside Down, we sit down with Dr. Sharpe to take a deeper look at one of the most familiar—and most misunderstood—stories in Scripture: the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11:1–9).Together, we explore why familiarity with God’s Word can sometimes lead to spiritual laziness, and how the Babel story is about far more than languages, tall towers, or scattered people. From the command to “be fruitful and multiply and spread out” to humanity’s refusal to trust God’s promises, this conversation exposes the deeper heart issue at play: pride—the decision to place ourselves at the center of the story instead of God.Dr. Sharpe helps unpack the historical and theological significance of Babel, including its connection to fear, false security, and humanity’s attempt to bridge the gap to God on our own terms. We also trace the storyline forward to Jesus, the Great Commission, and the ongoing call for God’s people to be a sent people—not a self-centered community.This episode challenges us to ask hard but necessary questions:Who’s really at the center of my story?Am I growing in intimacy with God—or just proximity?And could God be using disruption in my life to realign my heart with His mission?If you’ve ever thought you already “knew” the Tower of Babel story, this conversation may just turn it upside down.

The story of Noah is often treated like a children’s tale—but Scripture presents it as something far deeper and far more sobering. In this message from Genesis 6, we confront the uncomfortable realities of human sin, God’s holiness, and divine judgment, while discovering that the flood is not ultimately a story of an angry God—but a gracious one.As humanity’s rebellion reaches its darkest point, God’s justice is displayed rightly and clearly. Yet in the middle of judgment, one phrase changes everything: “But Noah found favor with the Lord.” That favor—undeserved and unearned—is what the Bible calls grace.This sermon walks through:Why the flood was an act of justice, not crueltyHow God’s holiness defines true justiceWhat it means to be “given over” to sinWhy grace is never an excuse for disobedience, but the fuel for itHow the ark points directly to the gospel of Jesus ChristJust as the same waters that brought judgment also lifted the ark to safety, the cross of Christ stands as both judgment for sin and salvation for sinners. The question isn’t whether you’re good enough—the question is whether you are in Christ.If you’ve ever wrestled with the story of Noah, struggled with the justice of God, or forgotten the wonder of grace, this message is for you.

Pastor Chase and Dr. Sharpe sit down to recap weeks 1 and 2 of our current series Upside Down. We also take a look at a couple different current events happening around us and attempt to answer how disciples of Jesus should respond.

What went wrong with the world—and why does temptation still feel so powerful today? In week two of our Upside Down series, we walk through Genesis 3 to uncover how everything God created good was turned upside down by sin. This message exposes the enemy’s strategy from the very beginning: to make us doubt God’s Word, question God’s work, and reject God’s worthiness.From the Garden of Eden to our everyday struggles, we see how subtle doubt leads to deception, rebellion, and destruction. But even in the middle of the fall, God speaks a promise of hope—a coming Savior who would crush the serpent’s head. This sermon challenges believers to recognize the lies we’re tempted to believe, confront the seriousness of sin, and cling to the truth that Jesus is enough.If you’ve ever wrestled with temptation, struggled with cycles of sin, or wondered why the world feels so broken, this message points us back to the gospel—the only thing that can turn our lives right side up.

Upside Down – Identity Before Activity (Genesis 1)What if the change you’re looking for this year isn’t driven by motivation—but by identity?In the opening message of our new series Upside Down, we go all the way back to Genesis 1 to rediscover who we were created to be. From New Year’s resolutions and spiritual discipline to Marvel movies and the gospel story written on every human heart, this sermon unpacks why every person longs for restoration—and why that longing can only be fulfilled in Christ.You’ll hear why being made in the image of God shapes everything about how we live, why sin distorted (but didn’t erase) that image, and how Jesus restores what was broken. We’ll also explore why God always gives identity before responsibility, why fruitfulness flows from who you are—not what you do—and what it really means to reflect God in a broken world.If you’ve ever struggled to find your identity in success, relationships, discipline, or even good intentions, this message will reorient your heart back to where it belongs: in Christ.

As Union Baptist closes out 2025, Pastor Chase delivers a powerful and challenging message from 1 Peter 4:8–11 that asks one defining question: Are you wasting your life—or leveraging it for eternity?In this final message of the Robbing Hell series, we’re reminded that God doesn’t call perfect people—He calls obedient ones. From loving constantly, to living graciously, to using our gifts for the good of others, this sermon lays out a clear, biblical blueprint for a life that makes an eternal impact.If you’ve ever struggled with sharing your faith, wondered what your life is really for, or felt the tension between comfort and calling, this message is for you. Because the gospel matters, eternity matters, and every conversation matters.

Christmas is more than lights, movies, and last-minute shopping—it’s the reminder that we don’t have to get our lives together before coming to Jesus, because He came to us.In this Christmas message at Union, we look at the unexpected announcement of Jesus’ birth to lowly shepherds in Luke 2 and trace God’s shepherding heart through Ezekiel 34 and the entire storyline of Scripture. Why would God reveal the birth of the Savior to people society overlooked? Because sheep need a shepherd—and God promised He Himself would come searching, rescuing, and restoring His scattered flock.From the failures of earthly shepherds to the fulfillment found in Jesus, the Good Shepherd, this sermon points us to the hope of Christmas: no darkness is too deep, no sin too great, and no distance too far for Christ to pursue and save His sheep.If you’re weary, wandering, wounded, or wondering if God still wants you—this message is for you.

What does the return of Jesus have to do with everyday faith and gospel urgency? A lot more than we think. In this message from 1 Peter 4:7, Pastor Chase tackles the Second Coming of Christ—not to spark fear or end-times debates, but to ignite hopeful expectation and urgent preparation.We may not know when Jesus will return, but we can be certain that He will. And that truth should shape how we live, pray, and leverage our lives for the gospel right now. Using Scripture, cultural humor, and the powerful picture of Christ as the Bridegroom and the Church as His bride, this sermon calls believers to stop predicting and start preparing.Jesus isn’t coming back as a lamb—He’s coming back as a conquering King. The question isn’t are you curious about the end times? The question is are you ready—and are you helping others get ready too?Because ready or not… He’s coming again.

How does God actually use ordinary believers to rescue souls from the gates of hell? In this message from 1 Peter 4:1–4, Pastor Chase shows that gospel impact doesn’t start with having all the right words—it starts with how we endure and how we live.In this sermon from the Robbing Hell series, we’re reminded that every person we know is headed toward either eternity with Jesus or eternity apart from Him—and God has placed His Spirit and His Word inside every believer to step into that gap. Through Peter’s teaching, we see two powerful pathways God uses to draw people to Himself: our hardships and our lifestyle.Suffering isn’t a setback—it’s a megaphone for the gospel. And a life transformed by Jesus creates curiosity in a watching world. When our faith is public, our endurance speaks, our obedience stands out, and doors open for gospel conversations.This message is a call to stop hiding our story, stop blending in with the culture, and start leveraging our lives for what actually matters. Because the gospel is for the sick—but it’s shared by those who have been healed.

In this powerful message from 1 Peter 3:14–17, Pastor Chase kicks off our new series Robbing Hell by reminding us that Christians don’t wear the armor of God to sit on the couch—we wear it because we are people on mission. Followers of Jesus run toward the fire, not away from it, because people are worth fighting for.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why opposition is expected—but never an excuse to abandon the missionWhat it means to “regard Christ as holy” and why lordship precedes lifestyleHow every believer can give a clear, thoughtful defense of the hope of JesusThe simple 3-step framework for sharing your story and the gospelWhy your transformed life is the greatest argument for the power of GodWith practical teaching, honest conviction, and illustrations from A.W. Tozer, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Spurgeon, this message will equip you to step boldly into the battlefield of evangelism.If we truly believe heaven and hell are real, then urgency matters. Let’s be a church known for charging the gates of hell to rescue people with the gospel.

In a world overflowing with choices, opinions, and cultural confusion, how are followers of Jesus called to build their homes and marriages? In this message from our Living Hope series through 1 Peter, Pastor Chase takes us to 1 Peter 3:1–7, where Scripture gives timeless guidance for husbands and wives living out God’s design in the most sacred earthly relationship: the home.From a George Jones country classic to the Garden of Eden, we explore why some choices in life may be flexible—but when it comes to marriage, God has shown us His way. Peter writes to believers navigating a hostile culture, reminding them (and us) that godly marriages don’t just survive the world—they shine in it.In this episode we’ll see:💠 Why God’s design for marriage isn’t outdated—it's life-giving and countercultural💠 What biblical submission is (and what it is not)💠 How a wife’s Christlike character can shape a husband’s heart💠 Why the world—and the Church—urgently need godly, present, prayerful men💠 What Peter means by calling the wife the “weaker partner” and how it speaks to her value, not inferiority💠 Why a husband’s treatment of his wife can even affect his prayer lifeIf you long for a Christ-centered marriage, are praying for your spouse’s faith, or simply want to walk out your calling with integrity, this message will encourage, challenge, and equip you to live God’s way in your home.

In this message from 1 Peter 2:13–17, Pastor Chase addresses one of the most debated topics in our culture today: How should Christians engage in politics?As election cycles heat up, social media arguments flare, and opinions collide, many believers are left wondering: Where should we stand? How do we honor God when our nation feels divided? Do we avoid politics altogether—or engage with conviction?Walking through God’s Word, we discover that all authority belongs to the Lord, that government was established by God for purpose, and that Christians are called to honor, influence, and stand firm—not from emotion or personal preference—but from Scripture.This sermon helps us understand:• The purpose of government according to God• Where submission to authority does and does not apply• How to be “salt and light” in a political world• The difference between patriotism and idolatry• Why our hope is not in a nation, but in Christ aloneJoin us as we anchor our convictions not in party platforms, cultural pressure, or personal opinion—but in the authority of God’s Word.

This week Pastor Chase, Taylor and the smartest man in the room Dr. Connor Sharpe talk all things small groups.