Doubt

While the Church may be the Bride of Christ, nevertheless, it is still made up of sinful, imperfect people. That means that hurt and pain are inevitable, even from the best of these. But sometimes, the Enemy uses God’s people to spiritually abuse one another. It grieves the heart of the Lord, and yet, He still believes in His bride. Join us on a 3-day journey through Matthew as we discuss where Jesus is when the church really hurts. 
Written by: Kenzie McCarter

Jesus When the Church Hurts

Have you ever felt overwhelmed trying to balance casual Bible reading with deep study? This 3-day devotional reveals how to embrace both approaches without feeling guilty or confused. Discover the beautiful difference between reading for relationship and studying for understanding, while learning to let the Holy Spirit guide your journey through God's Word with confidence and joy.

What's the Difference?: Reading vs Studying the Bible

Say No to Say Yes: The faith to choose God over the world. In a world that pulls us in and from every direction—with pressure to please people, meet cultural expectations. For the ones who feel torn: between conviction and culture, between faith and fear, between God’s call and family expectations. It’s about saying no to distractions, to people-pleasing, to inherited pressures… so that you can boldly say yes to the One who called you.
Because faith is not passive. 
Faith is work.
Faith is boundaries.
Faith is believing, even when you feel like quitting.

Say Yes to Conviction!

Do you wonder what Heaven is like, how we get there – or if it's even real? Join Mark Oakes, UCB's Managing Director, as he explores what the Bible says about Heaven, seeking to understand what it means for our lives on Earth today and how we can find the hope and reassurance of an eternity with God.

Heaven (Part 1)

Whether you’re battling anxiety, addiction, doubt, or just feeling distant from God, this 3-day plan is for you. Through raw and honest stories, you’ll see how Jesus meets people in their darkest places and becomes the bridge to healing, hope, and a life that truly matters. You don’t have to stay where you are. Take the first step.

The Bridge Back to God

In Part 2 of this Heaven series, Mark Oakes, UCB's Managing Director, continues to explore what the Bible says about eternity. Building on the promise of Heaven, he unpacks what it means to live with hope today, how we can be sure of our eternal destination, and why Jesus’ invitation still stands for each of us.

Heaven (Part 2)

In Part 3 of this powerful series, Mark Oakes, UCB's Managing Director, delves into some of the big questions about Heaven and why they matter for how we live today. As he reflects on what the Bible says about our eternal future, be encouraged to live with purpose and hope – and remember, God’s invitation is still open to us!

Heaven (Part 3)

Waiting for a miracle to happen and for God’s promises to be fulfilled can seem to take forever. Our anxiety naturally peaks when we are faced with the unknown, for example, an unconfirmed timeframe, uncertainty about how it will all work out, etc. So, what do you do when you find yourself in a period of uncertainty and confusion? Do you give in or continue to press on? The Waiting Room looks at 7 practical things you need to remember and arm yourself with whilst waiting to hear from God.

The Waiting Room

I dedicate this devotional to my late friend and mentor, Loverna, who lived her life according to Biblical wisdom about the age-old problem, known as aging. In 2021, the global anti-aging market was valued at 62 billion U.S. dollars. The average American spends $15,000 in their lifetime. Together lets change this aging mindset. 