Psalm 46:1-3 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; 3 Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.

“Deliver us from Evil – Lord's Prayer 8” Ephesians 6:10-17 & Matthew 12:38-45 Preacher: Rev. Mark Bartsch Kobe Union Church March 1, 2026 When Jesus teaches us to pray, “ And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil ” ( Matthew 6:13 ), He is teaching us to be honest about the terrain we walk every day. For many of us, the concept of "evil"  has been sterilized. I personally grew up in environments where "evil" was synonymous only with personal mistakes, the inter

“The Courage to Forgive” Matthew 18:21–35  &  Romans 12:9-19 Rev. Mark Bartsch Kobe Union Church 15 February 2026 One of the traps Christians often fall into is what I call the “Nice Guy” trap. This shows up most often around the topic of forgiveness. To be clear, I want you to be kind. (I want to be a kind person) I want you to be a nice guy. Many of us know the Christian song from the 70s: “And they’ll know we are Christians by our love.” That is a fundamental truth. Kindne

We have been found guilty in the sight of a pure and righteous God, yet His son paid the ultimate price for our sins. He bore our transgressions and provided grace when we didn’t deserve it. Our debt has been cleared You are no longer burdened. Live with the knowledge that you have been redeemed!

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread” Scripture: Psalm 37:18–29; Exodus 16:4–5 Kobe Union Church February 1, 2026 Preacher: Rev. Mark Bartsch We continue our study through the Lord’s Prayer, a prayer that is not so much a formula but a formation for those willing to follow Jesus. We have spent the last three weeks looking upward and outward. We began with “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name” (Matthew 6:9).  We recognized that our God is both intimately close—a Father—an

“A Thirst Only Jesus Can Quench” John 7:1–13 Preacher: Rev. Mark Bartsch Kobe Union Church October 5, 2025 Before we step into John 7, we...

“The Work God Requires” Scriptures: John 6:25-39 Pastor Mark Bartsch Kobe Union Church 28 September 2025 Last Sunday we looked at Jesus...

"Tabehodai: The Bread of Life" John 6:1-21 Rev. Mark Bartsch Kobe Union Church September 21, 2025 Have you ever felt like you did not get...

“Lost and Found” Luke 15:1-10 Preacher: Rev. Stephanie Bartsch Kobe Union Church September 14, 2025  Let's get right into the context...

“Faith That Walks Before It Sees” John 4:43–54 and 1 Kings 17:8–24 Preacher: Rev. Mark Bartsch Kobe Union Church September 7, 2025 Have...

“He Must Become Greater” John 3:22–36 Preacher: Rev. Mark Bartsch Kobe Union Church August 24, 2025 About sixteen years ago, right before...

“Christ ID” Scriptures: Eph 1:15-23; Eph 2:4-10 Bro. Devin Stagg Kobe Union Church 17 August 2025 Today we’re going to talk about our...

Valuing Unity Bible Passage: Corinthians 12: 12 – 31a Preacher: Ted Kitchen, Jr. Kobe Union Church August 10, 2025 Message Good morning!...

“A Complaining Spirit” Numbers 21:3-9 /John 3:14-17 Preacher: Rev. Mark Bartsch Kobe Union Church August 3, 2025 May the words of my...

“Unusual Business” John 2:13-25 Preacher: Rev. Mark Bartsch Kobe Union Church 27 July 2025 It is easier to imagine Jesus starting his...

“A Three-D Faith” Preacher : Pastor Tim Boyle Kobe Union Church July 20, 2025 It's great to be with you this morning, as it’s been...

“Do Whatever He Says” John 2:1-11 Preacher: Rev. Mark Bartsch Kobe Union Church July 13, 2025 Today’s passage from the Gospel of John—the...

“Stand Firm in Grace” 1 Peter 5:1-11 Preacher: Rev. Mark Bartsch Kobe Union Church July 6, 2025 Well, we’re finishing up 1 Peter! The...

“Living for God” Psalm 139 Preacher: Mary Zhao Kobe Union Church June 22, 2025 Psalm 139  You have searched me, Lord, and you know me. ...

“ Husbands and Wives ” 1 Peter 3:1–7 Preacher: Rev. Mark Bartsch & Rev. Stephanie Bartsch Kobe Union Church June 15, 2025   Mark...