In Mark 12:1–12, Jesus tells the Parable of the Tenants, a powerful story about God's relentless grace, Israel's rejection of his messengers, and the coming judgment. With Old Testament echoes and deep symbolism, Jesus exposes the religious leaders’ hard hearts and points to himself as the rejected Son and the true Cornerstone, and is both a warning and an invitation to respond to the gospel. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In Luke 12, Jesus calls us out of worry and anxiety by reminding us who God is: our loving, providing, sovereign Father. Anxiety results from forgetting God’s character and looking inward instead of upward. Jesus shows us that worry is unreasonable, exhausting, and sinful, but peace comes when we trust in the provision and care of our loving Father. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

Do you ever feel like your prayers go unheard? In Luke 18:1-8, Jesus tells a parable to encourage us to “always pray and not lose heart.” God is not like the unjust judge, but is a loving Father who hears his children. We can have confidence that when we pray, God is listening, he cares, and his timing is perfect. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

This sermon reflects on Jesus' parable in Matthew 20:1-16, highlighting God's astonishing generosity and grace. Using the story of the vineyard laborers, we’re reminded that salvation is a gift, not a wage, and that God’s Kingdom runs on mercy, not merit. Our response should be gratitude, humility, and trust in his perfect providence and unending grace. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In this sermon from Matthew 22:1-14, Austin Farley looks at the parable of the wedding feast, which illustrates the kingdom of heaven and the importance of accepting God's invitation to salvation. There are three important realities of the kingdom of heaven: there is an open invitation, rejection or dismissal is deadly, and righteous clothing is required. This parable brings strong warnings, but even greater hope if we believe in Him. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In the Parable of the Sower, found in Matthew 13:1–23, Jesus challenges us to examine how we respond to His Word. Are our hearts hard, shallow, distracted, or ready to bear lasting fruit? This foundational parable marks a turning point in Jesus’ ministry, calling each of us to listen carefully, repent, and follow Him with obedient and fruitful lives. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus isn't just calling us to be nicer people, but is revealing our inability to love perfectly. He exposes the self-justifying heart and shows that true love is costly, sacrificial, and supernatural. We are reminded of our need for grace, of the radical love we’ve received in Christ, and that the Spirit of God is working to conform us into the image of our Savior. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In this sermon from Luke 16:19-31, Pastor Neal looks at Jesus’ parable of a rich man and a beggar named Lazarus, a story that reveals the eternal consequences of ignoring God. This parable isn’t about wealth or poverty but about the heart, and how our response to God and his Word matters forever. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

In this final sermon from the book of Philippians, Pastor Phil reflects on Paul’s closing encouragements: cherish the fellowship of believers, remember the unstoppable power of the gospel, and rely on the Lord’s grace. These final words remind us to walk in humility, love, and service, standing firm together through the power of Christ. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

Earthly investments can grow, but only Kingdom investments last forever. In this message from Philippians 4, Pastor Phil explores how giving is partnership, blessing, worship, and honored by God. Our generosity impacts eternity and reflects our hearts, and like the Philippians, we’re called to invest in what matters most, God’s Kingdom work. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.