Pastor Ron Ward was senior Pastor of Chicago UBF since Dr. Samuel Lee's passing away in 2002. Pastor Ron became the 5th UBF general director in 2022 approved by the International Advisory Board after Pastor Moses Yoon. As General Director, he visits UBF chapters globally, including recent engagements in Korea, Germany, Oceania, and Latin America. He also contributes Bible expositions to UBF Daily Bread, covering books such as Romans, Luke, and John, with a focus on disciple-making on university campuses.

Resources by P. Ron Ward

  • Chicago UBF > Epistles and Revelation > 1 Peter 3:1-22

    Set Apart Christ As Lord

    1 Peter 3:1-22 Key Verse: 3:15   “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone...

  • Chicago UBF > Epistles and Revelation > 1 Peter 4:1-19

    Rejoice To Participate In The Sufferings of Christ

    1 Peter 4:1-19 Key Verse: 4:13   “But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his...

  • Chicago UBF > Epistles and Revelation > 1 Peter 5:1-14

    Be Shepherds of God's Flock

    1 Peter 5:1-14 Key Verse: 5:2   “Be shepherds of God's flock that is under your care, serving as overseers--not because you must, but because...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 2 Kings 1:1-2:25

    Elisha Asks for A Double Portion of Elijah's Spirit

    2 Kings 1:1-2:25 Key Verse: 2:9   “‘Let me inherit a double portion of your spirit,’ Elisha replied.”   2 Kings continues the story of the...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 2 Kings 3:1-4:44

    Elisha, a Shepherd of Kings and People

    2 Kings 3:1-4:44 Key Verse: 4:43   “‘How can I set this before a hundred men?’ his servant asked. But Elisha answered, ‘Give it to...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 2 Kings 5:1-27

    Elisha, a Shepherd of the Gentile Naaman

    2 Kings 5:1-27 Key Verse: 5:10   “Elisha sent a messenger to say to him, ‘Go, wash yourself seven times in the Jordan, and your...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 2 Kings 6:1-7:20

    The Lord Works through Elisha's Prayer

    2 Kings 6:1-7:20 Key Verse: 6:17   “And Elisha prayed, ‘O Lord, open his eyes so he may see.’ Then the Lord opened the servant’s...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 2 Kings 8:1-10:36

    The Lord Judges Idolatry through Jehu

    2 Kings 8:1-10:36 Key Verse: 10:30   “The Lord said to Jehu, ‘Because you have done well in accomplishing what is right in my eyes...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 2 Kings 11:1-13:25

    The Lord's Arrow of Victory

    2 Kings 11-13 Key Verse: 13:17   “‘Open the east window,' he said, and he opened it. ‘Shoot!’ Elisha said, and he shot. ‘The Lord’s...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 2 Kings 14:1-17:41

    The Lord Removed Israel From His Presence

    2 Kings 14:1-17:41 Key Verse: 17:8a   “So the Lord was very angry with Israel and removed them from his presence.”   Why should we study...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 2 Kings 18:1-20:21

    "You Alone Are God"

    2 Kings 18:1-20:21 Key Verse: 19:19   “Now, O Lord our God, deliver us from his hand, so that all kingdoms on earth may know...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 2 Kings 21:1-25:30

    God's Patience, Justice, and Hope

    2 Kings 21:1-25:30 Key Verse: 21:25-26   “Neither before nor after Josiah was there a king like him who turned to the Lord as he...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 1 Kings 1:1-2:46

    Show Yourself A Man

    1 Kings 1-2 Key Verse: 2:2,3   “‘I am about to go the way of all the earth,’ he said. ‘So be strong, show yourself...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 1 Kings 8:1-10:29

    Solomon's Prayer

    1 Kings 8:1-10:29 Key Verse: 8:36   “...then hear from heaven and forgive the sin of your servants, your people Israel. Teach them the right...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 1 Kings 11:1-12:24

    Solomon's Heart Turned From The Lord :The Kingdom Divided

    1 King 11:1-12:24 Key Verse: 11:9,10   “The Lord became angry with Solomon because his heart had turned away from the Lord, the God of...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 1 Kings 12:25-16:34

    The Way of Jeroboam : The Way of David

    King 12:25-16:34 Key Verse: 15:5   “For David had done what was right in the eyes of the Lord and had not failed to keep...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 1 Kings 17:1-18:46

    Elijah Fights for The Lord

    1 Kings 17-18 Key Verse: 18:37   “Answer me, O Lord, answer me, so these people will know that you, O Lord, are God and...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 1 Kings 20:1-22:53

    You Will Know That I Am The Lord

    1 Kings 20-22 Key Verse: 20:13   “Meanwhile a prophet came to Ahab king of Israel and announced, ‘This is what the Lord says: “Do...

  • Chicago UBF > History > 1 Kings 19:1-21

    The Gentle Whisper of God

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  • Chicago UBF > Gospel and Acts > Luke 21:1-38

    THE SON OF MAN COMING

    Luke 21:1-38 Key Verse: 21:27   “At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.”            ...