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 responsibility to share it? From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

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 service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

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 believers, are we walking in these truths in our own lives? From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

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 service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

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 Church of Bend.

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 Bend.

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 Bend.

In Paul’s defense before Agrippa in Acts 26, he shares his personal testimony of coming to faith in Christ, laying out a path we all must take when confronted with the truth of the gospel. Paul’s life was radically transformed by the gospel, causing him to live for the Lord rather than himself, and to become a faithful witness of Jesus Christ. Has your life been changed in this way? From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.