Grace Bible Church of Bend

Pastor Phil Kooistra

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Sermons from Grace Bible Church of Bend located in Bend, Oregon. Find us on the web at gbcbend.org.

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A Faithful Life of Worship

God’s word is clear that He alone is worthy of our worship, and it calls us to love him with all we have. But what does this look like in our lives? In Hebrews 13:5-8, we see that a life of worship includes being a faithful steward of what the Lord has given us, as well as a faithful leader who not only models what a true believer looks like, but who is willing to invest time in the growth and maturity of others. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

47m
Mar 24, 2024
Christian Hospitality and Purity

What does it look like for Christians to offer up their lives as a living sacrifice to God? In this sermon from Hebrews 13:1-4, Andrew Sullivan looks at three practical ways that are found in this passage: by practicing generous hospitality, by identifying with the isolated and mistreated, and by keeping ourselves sexually pure. With the help of the Spirit, may we seek to honor the Lord in every part of our lives! From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

52m
Mar 17, 2024
Listen to the Lord

In Hebrews 12:25-29, the writer gives a final warning to his readers, encouraging them (and us) to listen to what God is saying and not to refuse his word. We are reminded that although we can choose whether or not to listen, we cannot choose the consequences. The writer also reassures believers that we are safe in Christ, encouraging us to give thanks and worship the Lord through lives of holiness and godliness. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

49m
Mar 10, 2024
Listen to the Lord

In Hebrews 12:25-29, the writer gives a final warning to his readers, encouraging them (and us) to listen to what God is saying and not to refuse his word. We are reminded that although we can choose whether or not to listen, we cannot choose the consequences. The writer also reassures believers that we are safe in Christ, encouraging us to give thanks and worship the Lord through lives of holiness and godliness. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

49m
Mar 10, 2024
The Pathway to Victory

In Hebrews 12:18-24, the writer paints a picture of two mountains representing two covenants and two ways we can approach God. He contrasts the fear of Mt. Sinai, where God displayed his holiness and showed the people that they could not approach him, with the grace of Mt. Zion, a spiritual place where we can now dwell with God in peace. We are exhorted to choose the path of Zion, the path of grace given to us by our great Savior, Jesus Christ! From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

48m
Mar 03, 2024
The Pathway to Victory

In Hebrews 12:18-24, the writer paints a picture of two mountains representing two covenants and two ways we can approach God. He contrasts the fear of Mt. Sinai, where God displayed his holiness and showed the people that they could not approach him, with the grace of Mt. Zion, a spiritual place where we can now dwell with God in peace. We are exhorted to choose the path of Zion, the path of grace given to us by our great Savior, Jesus Christ! From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

48m
Mar 03, 2024
Together for Holiness, Part 2

The stakes are high as we run the Christian race. In this sermon from Hebrews 12:15-17, Brian Johnson looks at dangers to avoid as we pursue holiness: falling short of the grace of God, a root of bitterness that springs up and causes trouble, fornication, and godlessness. We must be watchful, carefully looking out for our own spiritual growth and vitality as well as that of other believers around us. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

43m
Feb 25, 2024
Together for Holiness, Part 2

The stakes are high as we run the Christian race. In this sermon from Hebrews 12:15-17, Brian Johnson looks at dangers to avoid as we pursue holiness: falling short of the grace of God, a root of bitterness that springs up and causes trouble, fornication, and godlessness. We must be watchful, carefully looking out for our own spiritual growth and vitality as well as that of other believers around us. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

43m
Feb 25, 2024
Together for Holiness

In this sermon from Hebrews 12:12-15, Pastor Neal looks at the encouragement to be strong and stay on the straight path, to pursue harmony and holiness, to grow in grace, and to watch out for bitter roots. As we pursue this life of faith, we will live out the plan and purpose God has for us: to grow in holiness, to endure in our faith, and to finish the race. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

54m
Feb 18, 2024
Together for Holiness

In this sermon from Hebrews 12:12-15, Pastor Neal looks at the encouragement to be strong and stay on the straight path, to pursue harmony and holiness, to grow in grace, and to watch out for bitter roots. As we pursue this life of faith, we will live out the plan and purpose God has for us: to grow in holiness, to endure in our faith, and to finish the race. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

54m
Feb 18, 2024
Learning from the Loving Discipline of the Lord

Scripture teaches that we should expect to experience suffering and God’s correction in this life, and that God can use all of this for our good and his glory. In this sermon from Hebrews 12:4-11, Pastor Phil looks at the Father’s comfort and purpose in our trials and in his correction, and how through these hardships he gives us life and makes us grow in holiness. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

49m
Feb 11, 2024
Learning from the Loving Discipline of the Lord

Scripture teaches that we should expect to experience suffering and God’s correction in this life, and that God can use all of this for our good and his glory. In this sermon from Hebrews 12:4-11, Pastor Phil looks at the Father’s comfort and purpose in our trials and in his correction, and how through these hardships he gives us life and makes us grow in holiness. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

49m
Feb 11, 2024
Run the Race Set Before You

In this sermon from Hebrews 12:1-3, Pastor Phil looks at how we can run the race of faith, looking at the motivation and manner in which to run. We are encouraged to lay aside what hinders us, to endure through difficulty, and to keep our eyes on Jesus. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

50m
Feb 04, 2024
Run the Race Set Before You

In this sermon from Hebrews 12:1-3, Pastor Phil looks at how we can run the race of faith, looking at the motivation and manner in which to run. We are encouraged to lay aside what hinders us, to endure through difficulty, and to keep our eyes on Jesus. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

50m
Feb 04, 2024
Living by Faith in the Victories and Sufferings

In this sermon from Hebrews 11:32-40, Pastor Phil looks at the examples of a few more ordinary men and women who walked by faith, and the life circumstances in which they trusted the Lord. Like God’s people who went before us, we can have faith in our victories, faith in our suffering, and faith in our waiting. We too can walk by faith, trusting in the promises of God. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

57m
Jan 28, 2024
Living by Faith in the Victories and Sufferings

In this sermon from Hebrews 11:32-40, Pastor Phil looks at the examples of a few more ordinary men and women who walked by faith, and the life circumstances in which they trusted the Lord. Like God’s people who went before us, we can have faith in our victories, faith in our suffering, and faith in our waiting. We too can walk by faith, trusting in the promises of God. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

57m
Jan 28, 2024
Enduring Faith Through Opposition

In this sermon from Hebrews 11:23-31, Pastor Neal looks at examples of enduring faith through opposition and fear. In the lives of Moses and his parents, the Israelites in Egypt, at the Red Sea, and in Jericho, as well as in the life of Rahab, we see the people of God facing fear, opposition, danger, and scorn, yet demonstrating faith to endure. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

1h 5m
Jan 21, 2024
Enduring Faith Through Opposition

In this sermon from Hebrews 11:23-31, Pastor Neal looks at examples of enduring faith through opposition and fear. In the lives of Moses and his parents, the Israelites in Egypt, at the Red Sea, and in Jericho, as well as in the life of Rahab, we see the people of God facing fear, opposition, danger, and scorn, yet demonstrating faith to endure. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

1h 5m
Jan 21, 2024
The Faith of Abraham, Part 2

In this second sermon looking at the faith of Abraham, we see how Abraham demonstrated faith in his trials and how his descendants expressed faith in God’s promises. We are reminded that God’s kingdom is coming, and that we should live as citizens of that kingdom now. That is the faith the writer of Hebrews wants us to hold onto, and that faith only comes as we trust in the promises of God. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

50m
Jan 14, 2024
The Faith of Abraham, Part 2

In this second sermon looking at the faith of Abraham, we see how Abraham demonstrated faith in his trials and how his descendants expressed faith in God’s promises. We are reminded that God’s kingdom is coming, and that we should live as citizens of that kingdom now. That is the faith the writer of Hebrews wants us to hold onto, and that faith only comes as we trust in the promises of God. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

50m
Jan 14, 2024
The Faith of Abraham

In this sermon from Hebrews 11:8-16, Pastor Phil looks at the faith of Abraham to help us understand why the promise of a better home and of eternal rewards is so important to strengthen our faith. Abraham is the perfect example to remind us of these truths, for he demonstrated faith in the unknown, the seemingly impossible, and in an eternal future by believing and trusting in the promises of God. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

43m
Jan 07, 2024
The Faith of Abraham

In this sermon from Hebrews 11:8-16, Pastor Phil looks at the faith of Abraham to help us understand why the promise of a better home and of eternal rewards is so important to strengthen our faith. Abraham is the perfect example to remind us of these truths, for he demonstrated faith in the unknown, the seemingly impossible, and in an eternal future by believing and trusting in the promises of God. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

43m
Jan 07, 2024
The Evidence of Genuine Love

In the book of 1 John, the apostle explains what genuine love, love that is “perfected,” should look like. In this New Year’s sermon from 1 John 4:17-21, Pastor Phil looks at two evidences of genuine love: a love that lacks fear and one that displays sacrificial love for others. This type of genuine love will only come about by the power of the Spirit as we faithfully abide in Jesus Christ. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

43m
Dec 31, 2023
The Evidence of Genuine Love

In the book of 1 John, the apostle explains what genuine love, love that is “perfected,” should look like. In this New Year’s sermon from 1 John 4:17-21, Pastor Phil looks at two evidences of genuine love: a love that lacks fear and one that displays sacrificial love for others. This type of genuine love will only come about by the power of the Spirit as we faithfully abide in Jesus Christ. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

43m
Dec 31, 2023
The Light of Love

In our Advent series we have looked at Christ as the light of hope, the light of peace, and the light of joy. In this final Advent sermon, Pastor Phil looks at Christ as the light of love. What we celebrate at Christmas is not what is under the tree, but the One who would eventually die in our place that we may be made right with God. This gift of love is available to all who call on the name of the Lord Jesus Christ! From our Sunday sermon at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

21m
Dec 24, 2023
The Light of Love

In our Advent series we have looked at Christ as the light of hope, the light of peace, and the light of joy. In this final Advent sermon, Pastor Phil looks at Christ as the light of love. What we celebrate at Christmas is not what is under the tree, but the One who would eventually die in our place that we may be made right with God. This gift of love is available to all who call on the name of the Lord Jesus Christ! From our Sunday sermon at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

21m
Dec 24, 2023
The Light of Joy

Jesus offers each of us fullness of joy because he offers us himself. In this third sermon from our Advent series, Pastor Neal looks at the “Light of Joy” from Luke 2:1-12. In this passage, we see that joy shines in the darkness, fulfills and satisfies, and is found in Jesus Christ. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

52m
Dec 17, 2023
The Light of Joy

Jesus offers each of us fullness of joy because he offers us himself. In this third sermon from our Advent series, Pastor Neal looks at the “Light of Joy” from Luke 2:1-12. In this passage, we see that joy shines in the darkness, fulfills and satisfies, and is found in Jesus Christ. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

52m
Dec 17, 2023
The Light of Peace

We live in a broken world, where even during the season meant for us to reflect on the birth of Christ, the One who brought the promise of peace, our lives are instead filled with chaos and stress. But there is a promise of peace! In this second sermon from our Advent series, Pastor Phil looks at Luke 2:8-20 to see what that promise of peace means, how we receive that peace, and who that peace is for. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

46m
Dec 10, 2023
The Light of Peace

We live in a broken world, where even during the season meant for us to reflect on the birth of Christ, the One who brought the promise of peace, our lives are instead filled with chaos and stress. But there is a promise of peace! In this second sermon from our Advent series, Pastor Phil looks at Luke 2:8-20 to see what that promise of peace means, how we receive that peace, and who that peace is for. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

46m
Dec 10, 2023