Union Baptist Church

Faith for Such a Time as This

What happens when God feels silent? In this powerful Mother’s Day message from Esther 4, Pastor Chase reminds us that even when we cannot see, hear, or feel God, He is still faithfully working behind the scenes. The book of Esther never mentions the name of God once—yet His fingerprints are everywhere. Through the story of Esther, Mordecai, and the unseen providence of God, we discover a timeless truth: you are not where you are by accident. Whether you’re a mother trying to hold your family together, someone struggling in a difficult season, or simply wondering if God still sees you, this sermon is a reminder that God places people exactly where they need to be “for such a time as this.” In this message: • Learn how God works through ordinary people and unseen circumstances • Be encouraged to trust God’s faithfulness over your feelings • Discover how silence from God does not mean absence of God • See how Esther points us to Jesus—the true mediator who gave His life to save others No matter what season you’re in, God is still sovereign, still present, and still at work for His glory and your good.

Church Fit, Reaching the Next Generation, and Raising Disciples.

In this episode we take a look at whether what we wear to church matters, how to reach the next generation, and how to raise up the next generation.

Indecisive Faith

How long can you stay stuck in the middle before it costs you everything? In this message from 1 Kings 18, we step into one of the most dramatic moments in Scripture at Mount Carmel—where the prophet Elijah confronts a nation paralyzed by spiritual indecision. The question he asks still echoes today: “How long will you waver between two opinions?” Many claim God with their lips but give their hearts to something else—money, success, relationships, or self. But divided faith isn’t harmless—it’s dangerous. Idols always overpromise and underdeliver, leaving us empty, powerless, and searching for more. Are you fully surrendered to God, or just trying to balance Him with everything else? Because in the end, you can’t have salvation without surrender—and God doesn’t share His throne. It’s time to stop limping and start following.

Falling From Faith

What happens when a heart once fully devoted to God begins to drift? In this powerful message from Fault Line Faith, we examine the rise and fall of King David in 2 Samuel 11:1–5. David was a giant slayer, a worshiper, and a man after God’s own heart—yet even he was not above falling into sin. Through David’s story, we see how small compromises, unchecked desires, laziness, and misplaced faith can slowly lead to devastating consequences. Sin rarely begins with one big decision—it often starts one degree off course. But while no one is above falling, no one is beyond forgiveness.

Faith In Me

What happens when the greatest threat to your faith is… you? In Week 2 of our Fault Line Faith series, we dive into 1 Samuel 15 and the tragic story of King Saul—a man who had every advantage, every opportunity, and every blessing from God, yet still fell because he trusted himself more than he trusted the Lord. Pride is subtle, dangerous, and destructive. It convinces us that partial obedience is enough, that we can redefine God’s commands, and that we deserve the throne of our own hearts. But the truth is clear: if we are the problem, we cannot be the solution. In this message, we uncover how pride blinds us, how self-reliance leads to rebellion, and why true faith requires surrendering control to God. If you’ve ever justified sin, minimized conviction, or tried to live on your own terms while asking for God’s blessing, this sermon is for you.