Union Baptist Church

Series: Faith That Works — Real Christianity in Everyday Life Week 5: “The Sin of Favoritism” Text: James 2:1–13 1 My brothers and sisters, do not show favoritism as you hold on to the faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ. 2 For if someone comes into your meeting wearing a gold ring and dressed in…

Series: Faith That Works — Real Christianity in Everyday Life Week 3: “The Danger of Temptation” Text: James 1:12–18 12 Blessed is the one who endures trials, because when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. 13 No one undergoing a trial…

“It Is Finished, But It’s Not Over” Text: John 19:30 & Matthew 28:5–6 (CSB) INTRODUCTION Church, Easter is not the celebration of a good teacher.It is not the remembrance of a moral example. It is not the remembrance of a moral example. Easter is the proclamation that Jesus Christ conquered death itself.…

Series: Faith That Works — Real Christianity in Everyday Life “Wisdom for the Hard Seasons” Text: James 1:5–8 5 Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God—who gives to all generously and ungrudgingly—and it will be given to him. 6 But let him ask in faith without doubting. For the doubter is like…

Series: Faith That Works — Real Christianity in Everyday Life Week 1 Sermon: “When Faith Is Tested” Text: James 1:1–4 Main Truth: God uses the trials of life to mature the faith of His people. God uses the trials of life to mature the faith of His people. Introduction Most people assume that if they…

Strength for the Journey Primary Text: Isaiah 40:28–31 (CSB) Supporting Texts: Psalm 121:1–2 ; 2 Corinthians 4:16–18 ; John 15:4–5 ; Hebrews 12:1–3 Big Idea: God does not remove every burden from our journey, but He faithfully supplies strength for every step. INTRODUCTION As a new year moves forward,…

New Year, Same God Text: Lamentations 3:22–23 (CSB) Big Idea: Our confidence for a new year rests not in new plans, but in the unchanging nature of God. INTRODUCTION Every new year invites reflection. We naturally look backward at what has been and forward at what might be. Some people enter the new…

“Peace in the Waiting” Date: December 7 Scripture: John 14:27 ; Isaiah 26:3 (CSB) Introduction Today we light the Candle of Peace , and that’s exactly what our world needs. We live in a culture full of anxiety, conflict, and stress. Peace feels like a rare commodity — yet Jesus Christ offers peace that…

“Giving Thanks in All Things” Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (CSB) Theme: Christians are called to live with continual joy, constant prayer, and consistent gratitude because of who God is and what He has done. Introduction Thanksgiving is one of the most biblical holidays we celebrate. Gratitude is woven…