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 mission

• What it means to “regard Christ as holy” and why lordship precedes lifestyle

• How every believer can give a clear, thoughtful defense of the hope of Jesus

• The simple 3-step framework for sharing your story and the gospel

• Why your transformed life is the greatest argument for the power of God

With 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 life

If 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 alone

Join 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.

Christ saved us, redeemed us, and gave us new life—and yet He left us here. Why? Because we are part of a spiritual battle and a mission that requires unity, holiness, and maturity. In this sermon from 1 Peter 2:1–3, Pastor Chase walks us through Peter’s call to rid ourselves of the sins that divide us and to develop a deep longing for the Word of God. If you’ve ever felt the tension between who you were and who God is calling you to be, this message is for you.