In this sermon from Psalm 35, guest pastor Nick Ranieri reminds us that God is our deliverer. He has promised to contend for us, rescue us, and vindicate us, doing all things for his glory and our good. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
A Generous Heart for the Lord
September 1, 2024 • Austin Farley • Proverbs 11:24–28
In this sermon from Proverbs 11, Austin Farley points us to the dangers of greed and the wisdom of a generous heart. We see that love for the world and its wealth and comforts is a temptation for all of us, and we are reminded that greed is deceptive and destructive. Praise God that the antidote to our greed is Spirit-enabled generosity, from a heart that has tasted and seen that Jesus is better! From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
Fully Known and Loved by God
August 25, 2024 • Pastor Neal Hackbarth • Psalm 139
In this sermon from Psalm 139, Pastor Neal reminds us that as believers, we are fully known and loved by God. He knows us completely, is always with us, wonderfully made us, and rightly judges us. He is our loving Father, and we can safely rest in him. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
Fear the Lord
August 18, 2024 • Guest • Ecclesiastes 5:1–7
How do we approach a holy God? In this sermon from Ecclesiastes 5:1-7, guest pastor Stephen Coppenrath encourages us to approach the Lord with reverence and humility, to listen to and obey his Word, and to speak to him with sincerity, honesty, and great respect. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
Taste and See
August 11, 2024 • Guest • Psalm 34
As believers, do we more often live out of faith or find ourselves living out of fear? In this sermon from Psalm 34, guest pastor Noah Winningham looks at David’s example of moving from fear to faith, as he began to regularly praise the Lord, boast about what God had done, and invite others to magnify the Lord with him. As we move into faith, we can taste and see that the Lord is good. He delivers us from fear, removes our shame, saves us, and protects us. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
God Is the Ultimate Satisfaction
August 4, 2024 • Guest • Psalm 16
We are tempted to value many earthly treasures, but only God can truly satisfy the longing of our hearts. In this sermon from Psalm 16, guest pastor Mike Jones looks at five steps to make God our complete satisfaction, and four gifts we receive when we do. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
The Surprising Joy of Christian Confession
July 28, 2024 • Guest • Psalm 32
Even long-time believers struggle with sin and can be tempted to hide or deny it. In this sermon from Psalm 32, guest pastor T.J. Smith looks at the blessing of forgiveness, the danger of concealing sin, and the definition of Christian confession. When we confess our sins to our loving Creator, we can experience the joy and peace that comes from knowing we are forgiven. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
Enjoy Life! Love God!
July 21, 2024 • Pastor Neal Hackbarth • Ecclesiastes 11—12
Most of us are looking for happiness, purpose, and to experience true freedom, but how do we find these things? In this sermon from Ecclesiastes 11 & 12, Pastor Neal looks at Solomon’s advice to enjoy life, remember our Creator, and fear and obey God. As we bow the knee and live according to His design, we can truly enjoy life and love God. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
Go!
July 14, 2024 • Guest • Psalm 67
In this sermon from Psalm 67, guest pastor Josh Pasma encourages us to make the Lord known by praising, enjoying, and fearing him. We are reminded that the fear of man often keeps us from sharing the gospel, and we are admonished to overcome this fear as we live our lives in service of the Lord Jesus Christ. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
Looking for Life
July 7, 2024 • Pastor Neal Hackbarth • Ecclesiastes 1—2
In Ecclesiastes 1 & 2, Solomon shows us what we should, and should not, expect out of life. He helps us to see that so much of what we long for and seek after is not worth the chase in the first place. In this sermon, Pastor Neal looks at these truths and reminds us that life is not meant to be gain, but a gift of joy, and that joy begins by trusting in Jesus Christ. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
The Way of Wisdom
June 30, 2024 • Pastor Phil Kooistra • Proverbs 3:5–8
In this first sermon from our Summer of Wisdom series, Pastor Phil looks at Proverbs 3:5-8, where Solomon lays out for his son what will lead to a life of blessing. In verses 5-6, he calls him to trust the Lord with all his heart, and in 7-8 he calls him to fear the Lord, which includes living humbly, reverently, and obediently. The reward of living in this way of wisdom will be a life that is blessed by the Lord. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
