Grace Bible Church of Bend

How can we be a powerful witness to a watching world? In this sermon from 1 Peter 3:8-12, we look at how this is accomplished through our love for one another, our response when wronged, our pursuit of peace, and our hope, which is not found in the things of this world but in Jesus Christ, our righteous King. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

What does it look like to be an honorable husband in the eyes of God? In this sermon from 1 Peter 3:7, we see that an honorable husband is faithful, attentive, and is a servant. With Christ as his example, he is to use his strength to love and serve his family and others, remembering that to be this type of husband is only possible by the grace and power of God. From our Sunday service at Grace Bi...

What does a beautiful wife look like in the eyes of God? In this sermon from 1 Peter 3:1-6, we see that a beautiful wife focuses on her spiritual growth and her inner beauty. She encourages and willing submits to her husband’s leadership by acknowledging, following, helping, and respecting her husband’s role as spiritual leader, remembering that in doing so, she is ultimately submitting to Christ....

Unjust suffering is to be expected in the Christian life. In this sermon from 1 Peter 2:18-25, we look at Christ as our example, our provider, and our companion in suffering. We see that there are two possible reactions to injustice: we can try to vindicate ourselves, revealing that we aren’t trusting God, or like Jesus, we can entrust ourselves to God and his justice, resting in his sovereignty a...

What should be the Christian’s response to an increasingly hostile culture? In this sermon from 1 Peter 2:11-12, we are reminded that our response can be summed up in the words, “be holy.” We are called to live a beautiful life in Christ that is shown through our conduct and deeds. As people see the hope, joy, love and grace displayed in our lives, may they glorify our great God in heaven! From ou...

In this sermon from 1 Peter 2:9-10, we look at the church’s identity, purpose, and motivation. Peter tells us that we have been chosen by God to live holy lives that reflect his glory, and to share the gospel with others in response to his great love for us. May we continue to grow in holiness and love as we reflect Christ to a world that desperately needs him. From our Sunday service at Grace Bib...

In this sermon from 1 Peter 2:4-8, we look at who Christ is, who we are in Christ, and who we are outside of Christ in order to understand our true identity. The resurrected Christ is the eternal God, the source of life, and the foundational cornerstone upon which all is built. We are either in Christ or outside of Christ. As we examine our own lives, what are we trusting in, resting in, and putti...

What are you going to do this year with what God has given you? How will you invest your time, talents, and treasures? In this sermon from 2 Timothy 3:14-17, we are encouraged to invest our lives in discipleship, which is a crucial part of the Christian life, and in God’s Word, which is the source of our salvation and sanctification. In this new year, may we focus on growing ourselves and others i...

In this sermon from Hebrews 4, we are reminded that Jesus is a friend of sinners, and that he is compassionate and ready to help us in our time of need. He is our High Priest and Savior, who has great patience and sympathy for our weaknesses. Only in him can we find forgiveness, peace, and rest. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In this Advent sermon from John 1:9-18, we see that Jesus is the way to God and the very image of God. He reveals God’s grace and truth, and it is in him that we can most clearly see God’s nature and character. As we prepare our hearts for Christmas, may we remember and rejoice that Christ came that we might know God and be reconciled to him. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

How can we prepare our hearts this Christmas season? In this Advent sermon, we are reminded that to prepare our hearts we must know that Jesus is God, and that he is the One who gives life and light. He is God in the flesh, our Creator, and is full of truth, holiness, goodness, and life. Our great King has come, and in his light darkness is banished. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church o...

How can unity in the church be maintained and restored? In this sermon from Romans 15, we see that the steps include lifting up those who are struggling, building one another up, remembering that God is for our unity, and becoming servants with a common purpose. Unity glorifies God, proclaims the gospel, and reveals Jesus Christ as the source of hope! From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church...

How should we respond to fellow believers who hold different opinions than we do about secondary issues? In this sermon from Romans 14, we see that unity requires valuing the relationship over the disagreement, giving grace and the benefit of the doubt to one another, and helping each other to put our focus on Christ. Maintaining unity in spite of our differences is pleasing to the Lord and brings...

What should the believer’s response to government look like? In this sermon from 1 Peter 2:13-17, we see that Peter calls believers to submit, or be subject to, the governing authorities. This is an intentional decision to obey out of respect and honor, and ultimately it is to be done for the Lord’s sake and his glory. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In this sermon from the book of 1 Peter, we look at how the gospel of Jesus Christ changes the life of a believer. The gospel changes our relationships, enabling us to love one another from a pure heart. It changes our desires, helping us to put aside sins that destroy us and our relationships with others. As we examine our own lives, is there evidence that we have been changed by the gospel? From...

How are we to live our lives for the glory of God as followers of Jesus Christ? In this sermon from the book of 1 Peter, we see that our lives should be marked by hope, holiness, and a fear of the Lord. To fear the Lord is to reverence, respect, and be in awe of him, living in such a way that our relationship with him is the most important one in our life. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Ch...

In 1 Peter 1:13-16, Peter encourages believers to “set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.” This living hope sets its mind on future rewards, and is characterized by a life of present holiness. Peter is calling us to a living hope that shapes how we live. Do our lives reflect this call? From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In this sermon from 1 Peter 1:10-12, we are reminded that it is a great privilege to know and understand the gospel of Jesus Christ. Not only did Old Testament prophets and even angels long to understand, but there are many people in the world today who haven’t heard the good news of the gospel. As believers, are we thankful and humbled that we know the truth, and do we recognize our privilege and...

How do we have joy in the midst of suffering? In this sermon from 1 Peter 1:6-9, we see that when experiencing suffering, we must remember that it is temporary, that it has a purpose, and that it draws us closer to Jesus. Ultimately, it is not our circumstances that bring us true joy, but by believing in him, we can “rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory.” From our Sunday se...

In this passage from 1 Peter, suffering believers are reminded to rejoice in all that they have been given. In spite of hard times and difficult circumstances, we can rejoice in our living hope, our eternal inheritance, and our secured salvation. Our hope is not in this world, but in our God, whose covenant faithfulness and love will never end. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend...

In this first sermon from our series in 1 Peter, we look at the rich truths found in Peter’s opening greeting. He reminds his readers of their identity as elect exiles, who were chosen by the foreknowledge of God, and who are strangers and pilgrims on the earth. He assures them that they are sanctified by the Spirit for obedience to Jesus Christ, and concludes with a prayer for grace and peace. As...

In this final sermon from our Acts series, we see in Paul a life worth imitating. Paul had a heart for people and a passion for the gospel. He lived a life of service, sacrifice, and hospitality, proclaiming the truth with boldness. God is still at work through his Word and the church. Will we be faithful servants, willing to sacrifice for, serve, and share the gospel with others? From our Sunday...

When facing difficult times, it's important that we focus on the promises and character of God. In this sermon from Acts 28, we see that in any crisis, we should look for God’s grace, kindness, power, provision, and encouragement. Our hope should not be in this world, but in the great God who loves us, and who has promised to never leave us nor forsake us. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Ch...

In this life, we will experience sunny days as well as dark days. In Acts 27, Paul is experiencing a dark time full of trials, yet he lives by faith and is an example to those around him. Even in the midst of brokenness and sin, we can have hope. Even in the darkest of times, we can live by faith, knowing that God is good and is always in control. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of B...

In this sermon from Acts 26, we see that there are two responses to the gospel—a response of faith or a response of unbelief. A true faith is marked by obedience, by being a witness, and by sacrifice. Our deeds do not save us, but they are evidence that we have been changed. Have we responded in faith and seen our lives transformed by the gospel? From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Be...