Grace Bible Church of Bend

In this sermon from Hebrews 1:10-14, Pastor Phil continues to look at the ways that Jesus is superior to angels, noting that Jesus has a superior existence and a superior purpose. While angels are awesome and glorious beings, they are simply created servants of the Lord Jesus Christ, and he is the one we are to worship and obey. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

Jesus is better and more glorious than any messenger, whether a human prophet or angelic being. In this sermon, Pastor Phil looks at Hebrews 1:5-9 to see that Jesus has a superior name, a superior worth, and a superior status to angels. He is King of Kings and Lord of Lords, and his word is to be heeded and obeyed. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

The book of Hebrews demonstrates over and over again that Jesus is better and more glorious than anything else. In this sermon from Hebrews 1:1-4, Pastor Phil looks at seven reasons why this is true, and reminds us that because Jesus is better than everything, he alone is worthy of our worship and our lives. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

How do we endure hardship as followers of Jesus? In this final sermon from the “My Favorite Verse” series, Pastor Calvin looks at 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, reminding us not to lose heart because God is renewing us, his plan is glorious, and we can trust in his unseen promises. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In this sermon from the “My Favorite Verse” series, Pastor Neal looks at Philippians 3:8-16 to see the “one thing” of the Christian life—the pursuit of knowing and being known by the Lord Jesus Christ. In this pursuit, we are encouraged to pray for a willing heart and spirit, to look at and follow the example of Christ and other godly people, and to never give up! From our Sunday service at Grace...

In this first sermon from the “My Favorite Verse” series, Pastor Phil looks at Paul’s words to the church elders in Acts 20:17-38. In this passage, we see five themes that are marks of Christian maturity: the emphasis on relationships, service, proclamation of the gospel, sacrifice, and concern for not only our own Christian walk, but that of other believers. May we grow in each of these areas thi...

In this second sermon on “Prayer Goals,” we look at Romans 12:15-16 and are asked to pray that God would cultivate in us a community of care—that we make time for one another, live in harmony and humility, and that we are so connected that we feel joy together and walk through each other’s sorrows. And from Jeremiah 29:7, we’re asked to pray that God would cultivate a love for our larger community...

What is God’s will for our lives this year? Scripture tells us that the “secret things” belong to God, but we don’t have to wonder about God’s revealed will taught clearly in his Word. In this sermon, Pastor Phil encourages us to pray that God would cultivate joy and peace in us and in our church—joy that comes from knowing Christ, abiding in Christ, and from giving thanks in all circumstances, an...

In this final sermon from our Advent series, Pastor Neal looks at Jesus as the King of Kings, and at believers as the messengers of the King. At the birth of Jesus, the shepherds responded to the message of the King by faith, and left many wondering not only at their outward expression of joy and praise, but at their message of the good news of Jesus, the Savior. Like the shepherds, we too are cal...

In the past four Advent sermons we have looked at the blessings of hope, love, joy, and peace that have come from Jesus coming to earth. In this sermon from 1 Corinthians 15:50-58, we see that Christ came for another significant reason, and that was to give us victory, as he defeated the Law which condemns us, sin, and death. From our Christmas Eve sermon at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

When Christ returns, perfect peace on earth will finally come, but how do we find peace now? In this Advent sermon, Pastor Phil helps us to answer this question by looking at the only source of true peace, Jesus Christ the Lord. Unlike the world’s peace, the peace of Christ is not dependent upon circumstances, but in knowing that he has saved us, he is sovereign over us, and that he loves us. From...

Joy is a deep inner contentment, a rejoicing regardless of circumstances. But where do we find this type of joy? In this Advent sermon from John 15:1-11, we see that true joy comes not from material possessions, personal expression, or experiences, but from knowing and abiding in the Lord Jesus Christ. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

Things happen in our lives that seem to indicate that God is not present or that he no longer cares, and we may doubt his love for us, but Scripture is clear that nothing can separate us from his love. In this Advent sermon from Romans 8:35-39, Pastor Neal looks at the many types of troubles and accusations that are unable to separate us from the love of Christ, and concludes that we are assured o...

As Christians, our hope is not based on feelings or wishes, but is centered on a confident trust in the promises of our faithful Lord. In this first sermon from our Advent series, we look at the need for and promise of hope, as well as three marks of our King that give us hope: he is wise, he is just, and he is victorious. There is only one hope that is sure, and that is in Jesus Christ the King....

In this final sermon from our Habakkuk series, Pastor Phil looks at the pattern we can follow as we seek to walk by faith in the midst of troubling times. Like Habakkuk, we need to listen to, rest in, and rejoice in the Lord, which will help us to walk by faith regardless of our circumstances. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

As believers, how should we respond when faced with difficulty or disappointment? In this sermon from Habakkuk 3:1-15, Pastor Phil looks at the prophet’s response as a model for us to follow. Habakkuk responds with a prayer of humility, hope, and for mercy, and he remembers who God is and what he has done. When facing confusion and disappointment, we too should first pray, and then remember! From...

Is this world full of sin and injustice outside of God’s control? Will the unrighteous ever be held accountable? In this sermon from Habakkuk 2:6-20, Pastor Calvin looks at God’s righteous judgment on the thief, the profiteer, the oppressor, the abuser, and the idolater. God is perfectly just and absolutely sovereign, and we can rest assured that justice will be done. From our Sunday service at Gr...

Much of our Christian life involves patiently waiting on the Lord. In this sermon from Habakkuk 2:2-5, we look at God’s response to the prophet and how God’s people must live by faith. God’s answer shows that he cares, is important, comes in his own time, and presents us with a decision. The arrogant respond in pride, but the righteous live by faith and believe the promises of God. From our Sunday...

Sometimes what God is doing in our lives makes no sense to us at all. In this sermon, we look at Habakkuk’s response in such a time and learn from his example. When God’s ways do not make sense, we can remind ourselves of truths about God, share our questions and frustrations with him, and then pray and wait faithfully for the Lord’s direction. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend...

Our prayers are sometimes answered in ways we would have never imagined. In this sermon from Habakkuk 1:5-11, we look at God’s answer to the prophet’s complaint, warning him of the fierce and unstoppable judgment that was to come. We see that God is always at work, often in ways that we cannot see or fully comprehend. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In a world that we expect to make sense, why do the righteous suffer? In this sermon from Psalm 44, guest speaker Dr. Todd Miles looks at seven reasons for suffering. In the midst of our trials, we are encouraged to cry out to God, to recall his kindness, and to meditate on his goodness. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In this first sermon from the book of Habakkuk, we look at the prophet’s complaint, as he cries out to God over the wickedness of the world. As Habakkuk questions where God is and why he doesn’t do something, we are reminded that as humans we are limited and see from a finite perspective, that it is okay to lament, and that God’s patience is not his absence. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible...

All healthy relationships require time, knowledge, and love, including our relationship with the Lord. In this sermon from Psalm 63, Pastor Phil looks at David’s model of a deepening relationship with God, as he thirsts for the Lord, feasts on the Lord, and trusts in the Lord, even in a time of great distress. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

No life is ruined beyond God’s ability to redeem. In this sermon, Andrew Sullivan looks at how Psalm 51 exposes the true depths of our depraved hearts, but also unfolds for us the mystery of the priceless gift of God’s forgiveness, and the incomprehensible cost of the sacrifice that achieved it. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

We are all worshipers and evangelists, but who or what are we worshiping and evangelizing about? In this sermon from Psalm 96, Pastor Phil looks at the psalm’s call to worship, the reason for worship, the form of worship, and the culmination of worship. Psalm 96 declares God’s glory and calls us to realign our worship to the only One who is truly worthy, and to declare his glory to all people. Fro...