Authentic Church with Pastor Bobby Chandler

What if the greatest thing keeping you from God isn't your past—but your refusal to stop hiding? In this powerful message, Pastor Keenan Clark shows how Jesus already knows the parts of our lives we've tried to cover up, yet He still comes looking for us with grace. From Palm Sunday to the story of Hosea and Gomer, this message reminds us that God's love never stops pursuing us. You do...

What does it take to build something that lasts? In this powerful conversation, Pastor Bobby Chandler sits down with Rich Wilkerson Jr. (VOUS Church) and Charlie Hughes (Church By The Glades) to discuss church planting, leadership, calling, insecurity, fatherhood, and trusting God through every season. Together they share personal stories of stepping out in faith, overcoming fear, learning from fa...

There are moments when following Jesus feels harder than you expected. In this powerful message from Acts 20, Pastor Rich Wilkerson Jr. reminds us that God's calling doesn't always lead to comfort—but it always leads to purpose. If you're walking through disappointment, uncertainty, or a difficult season, this message will encourage you to keep going. The hardship isn't the end of...

What if your greatest struggle became the story God used to set others free? In this episode, Pastor Bobby Chandler sits down with Christian artist Tasha Layton for an honest conversation about depression, anxiety, trauma, healing, worship, rest, and finding true freedom in Jesus Christ. Tasha shares her powerful testimony, the miracle of becoming a mother after years of infertility, how God redee...

What do you do when you've received God's promise—but you're still waiting? In this message through Acts 7, we discover how Stephen remained full of peace, faith, and the presence of God even while facing incredible opposition. If you've been waiting on God, struggling with anxiety, or wondering why His promises haven't arrived yet, this message will encourage you to keep trust...

Worship leader and pastor Tauren Wells sits down with Pastor Bobby for a raw, honest conversation on calling, character, and the long game of faith. They talk about growing up in dysfunction, breaking generational patterns through Jesus, using church for healing instead of numbing, discerning your purpose through “design, desire, and dread,” and staying humble and grounded while balancing ministry...

What's one thing you've been carrying that God never asked you to carry? Maybe it's pressure. Maybe it's expectations. Maybe it's the opinions of others. Give it to Jesus today. Have you ever felt exhausted from carrying responsibilities, expectations, pressure, and the opinions of others? In this message from Acts 6, we discover what happens when we say yes to too many things...

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Why does God allow pressure, pain, and trials in our lives? In this powerful message, we discover how God uses pressure to produce growth, strengthen our faith, and prepare us for His purpose. If you've been through heartbreak, disappointment, spiritual battles, or seasons where God feels distant, this message will remind you that God has not abandoned you. He is still working. Your pressure h...

What happens when hidden sin stays hidden? In Acts chapter 5, we see one of the most shocking moments in the early church — when God exposes what nobody else could see. This message is about:* hidden struggles* pride* hypocrisy* spiritual compromise* and the freedom that comes through honesty and repentanceYou can’t heal what you continue to hide. But the good news is:
God doesn’t expose darkness...

Revival always faces opposition. When God starts moving…
the enemy fights back. In this powerful message through Acts chapters 2–4, we see revival explode across the early church as thousands come to Jesus — and immediately, persecution, pressure, and spiritual attacks begin. But here’s the truth:You can’t stop revival when God is behind it. If you’ve felt spiritually dry, attacked, exhausted, or...

Something is changing in the world. People are walking away from truth.
Faith is growing cold.
Culture is replacing conviction.
And many Christians are wondering:Are we living in the last days? In this powerful message through Acts chapter 2, we uncover the connection between Pentecost, the end times, and the warning signs happening right in front of us today. The clock is ticking. But this messag...

Have you ever felt spiritually dry? Like nothing is changing…
Like your prayers feel empty…
Like your faith just feels stuck…In this message from Acts chapter 2, we see the moment everything changed — when the Holy Spirit filled believers and brought life, power, and transformation. The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in you. You’re not stuck.
You’re not empty.
You may just need...

Many people love God… but still feel stuck. Stuck in waiting.
Stuck in confusion.
Stuck making the same mistakes.
Stuck missing what God is trying to do. In this powerful message from the book of Acts, we discover how God leads His people, why waiting matters, and how the Holy Spirit gives wisdom, power, and direction. If you’ve been asking God what’s next, this message will help you understand ho...

Many people love God… but still feel stuck. Stuck in the same battles.
Stuck in fear.
Stuck in weakness.
Stuck wondering if there’s more. In this powerful opening message from the new Unstoppable series through the book of Acts, we discover the promise Jesus gave His followers:You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. God never intended for you to live powerless. He has more peac...

There are moments in life that change everything — if you don’t miss them. In this message, we look at the story of Zacchaeus, a broken and rejected man who was willing to do whatever it took to see Jesus. He pushed through the crowd, climbed a tree, and ignored what people thought — because he refused to miss the moment. When Jesus stopped and called him by name, everything changed. The same is t...

Sometimes the hardest moments in life are when God feels distant. When prayers seem unanswered, when pain lingers, and when silence fills the space — it can feel like God has abandoned you. In this Resurrection Sunday message, we look at the journey of Jesus and how He experienced betrayal, loneliness, and suffering. Through the story of the Last Supper, the Garden of Gethsemane, and the cross, we...

Palm Sunday started with praise… but ended with pressure. In this message, we look at the moment Jesus rode into Jerusalem and the crowd shouted “Hosanna,” only to reject Him days later. The same voices that praised Him also carried expectations. Jesus faced the pressure of approval, yet chose obedience to God over pleasing people. Many of us live the same way today — chasing likes, approval, and...

Anxiety isn’t always the problem — sometimes it’s a signal. In this message, we close out the Unfollow Fear series by looking at how anxiety forms when we carry things God never asked us to carry. Through the story of the rich young ruler and the life of Paul, we learn that anxiety often grows when our security is misplaced, our hearts are divided, or we refuse to release control. God’s peace does...

Worry whispers lies about a future that hasn’t even happened yet. In this message from the Unfollow Fear series , Pastor Bobby Chandler explains how worry quietly steals your peace, distracts you from what matters most, and keeps you trapped in fear. Jesus told His followers not to worry about tomorrow because our Heavenly Father already knows what we need. Instead of letting worry control our tho...

Fear is loud. Every day we are surrounded by headlines, stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. But the Bible makes something clear: God has not given us a spirit of fear. In this message, Pastor Bobby Chandler teaches how fear tries to paralyze faith and how Jesus calls us to step out of the boat — even when the storm is still raging. Just like Peter walking on water, the storm doesn’t disappear when f...

Divorce is common. But is it casual? In a culture where marriage is often treated as temporary, what does the Bible actually say about divorce? Is it a minor issue — or something God views much more seriously? In this message, Pastor Bobby Chandler breaks down Scripture’s perspective on marriage, covenant, and commitment — and why this conversation matters more than ever. 📖 Key Scriptures:
Matthe...

In a culture that builds relationships on butterflies and emotions, what happens when the feeling fades? This message dives into what real, biblical commitment looks like. Love isn’t just chemistry. It’s not just attraction. And it’s definitely not just a vibe. According to Scripture, love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, and endures all things. Marriage wasn’t created by c...

Love isn’t broken — our definition of it is. In a culture that says “follow your heart,” what if your heart isn’t a safe compass? What if feelings aren’t meant to lead your relationships? In this message, we dive deep into what the Bible actually says about love, marriage, singleness, lust, waiting, and why marriage was never meant to fix you — Jesus was. Authentic Church 2416 N Center St Hickory,...

What is love—really? In a culture that defines love by feelings, pleasure, and convenience, God offers a very different definition. In this message, we dive into Scripture to uncover what real love looks like—love that is rooted in sacrifice, commitment, and truth. From the church of Corinth to modern culture, the struggle hasn’t changed. When love becomes self-focused, relationships suffer. But w...