Jesus closes the Sermon on the Mount with a sobering call not merely to hear his words, but to obey them. Through the picture of two foundations, he reminds us that genuine faith produces obedience, and that only a life built on the solid rock of Christ will stand. From our Sunday service at Grace bible Church of Bend.

Jesus said he did not come to abolish the Law and the Prophets, but to fulfill them. In Matthew 5:17-20, we see Christ’s purpose, the enduring authority of God’s Word, and the call to a righteousness that only Christ can provide. Because Jesus fulfilled the Law, we can trust, obey, and rejoice in him. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In Matthew 5:13-16, Jesus calls His followers to be salt and light in a world marked by sin and darkness. Through godly character, good works, and sharing the gospel, believers are called to influence those around them and reflect God’s glory to a watching world. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In Matthew 5:10-12, Jesus teaches that persecution is an expected part of faithfully following him. Rather than avoiding suffering, Christians can rejoice because God uses persecution to strengthen and prove our faith, while reminding us of our eternal reward and our place among generations of faithful believers. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

Matthew 5:9 considers how the gospel shapes believers to carry a "family resemblance" to our Heavenly Father, specifically in light of how he has made peace with sinners. In this sermon, we see how God has made peace with his enemies through the blood of his Son, Jesus, and we are called to pursue peace so that we might reflect our Father to one another and to those who are still living in opposition to God. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

Matthew 5:7-8 looks at how lives transformed by Christ are marked by mercy and purity. In this sermon, we see how God’s mercy changes the way we treat others, how Jesus gives us a new heart that longs for holiness, and why those who belong to him can look forward to receiving his mercy and being with him forever. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In Matthew 5:5-6, Jesus teaches that true blessing belongs to those who humbly trust God and hunger for his righteousness. This sermon explores the biblical definition of meekness and how lasting satisfaction is found not in the world’s promises, but in pursuing Christ and living in faithful obedience to him. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

What makes the church feel like home? In this sermon from Philippians 1:1-8, guest pastor Stephen Coppenrath shows us that the church is more than a gathering. A biblical church is a family united by grace, strengthened through gospel partnership, and sustained by the hope of Christ’s finished work. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In this message from Matthew 5:4, Pastor Phil explores Jesus' surprising words, "Blessed are those who mourn." True kingdom blessing isn't found in comfort or self-sufficiency but in godly sorrow over sin. As we grieve our sin and turn to Christ, we experience his forgiveness, comfort, and the sure hope of eternal restoration. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

Jesus begins the Sermon on the Mount with a surprising declaration: true blessing belongs to the "poor in spirit." This message from Matthew 5 explores what spiritual poverty really means, why humility is the foundation of the Christian life, and how recognizing our need for Christ opens the door to the blessings of God's kingdom. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

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