When Jesus tells Peter that the sons are free from paying the temple tax, He reveals something deeper than finances. It is a glimpse into our identity in God's family. In this surprising moment involving a coin in a fish's mouth, Jesus models both submission to earthly systems and confidence in heavenly sonship. What does it mean to live as children of the King, free yet willing to serve? Join us as we explore this brief but powerful encounter that invites us into a life of humility and holy confidence. NEXT STEPS: Ask for prayer or connect with a pastor: https://www.visionbend.com/connect Give a financial gift to support what God is doing here in Bend Oregon and Beyond: https://www.visionbend.com/give SUBSCRIBE: Don’t miss a video! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VisionBend CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Website: https://www.visionbend.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visionbend/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visionbendchurch Vision Church is a church plant in Bend, OR. Our team was sent out from Riverview Christian Fellowship in Coos Bay, OR. We exist to equip the saints to be the hands and feet of the body of Christ and to see the lost found. Whether you’re looking for a fresh start or simply a place to belong, we invite you to join us as we build a community of faith, together. #visionchurch #visionbend #austinrobertson

It’s easy to have faith on the mountain. It’s easy to believe when God’s glory is blazing and the moment feels holy. But what happens when you come down the mountain into chaos, confusion, and crisis? In Matthew 17, Jesus and His disciples descend from the mountaintop into a valley filled with failure, frustration, and spiritual resistance. This is where faith is forged. This Sunday, we’ll discover that the kind of faith that moves mountains is often shaped in the valley in prayer, in dependence, and in the secret place with God. NEXT STEPS: Ask for prayer or connect with a pastor: https://www.visionbend.com/connect Give a financial gift to support what God is doing here in Bend Oregon and Beyond: https://www.visionbend.com/give SUBSCRIBE: Don’t miss a video! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VisionBend CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Website: https://www.visionbend.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visionbend/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visionbendchurch Vision Church is a church plant in Bend, OR. Our team was sent out from Riverview Christian Fellowship in Coos Bay, OR. We exist to equip the saints to be the hands and feet of the body of Christ and to see the lost found. Whether you’re looking for a fresh start or simply a place to belong, we invite you to join us as we build a community of faith, together. #visionchurch #visionbend #austinrobertson

What if, for just a moment, the veil between heaven and earth was pulled back and you saw Jesus not just as a teacher, but as the radiant, divine Son of God? In Matthew 17:1–13, three disciples witness exactly that. On a quiet mountain, Jesus is transfigured before their eyes, flanked by Moses and Elijah, and surrounded by the voice of God Himself. This stunning event isn’t just a mountaintop spectacle; it’s a divine affirmation of who Jesus is, and a challenge to listen to Him more fully. What does it mean to behold His glory and then walk back down the mountain? NEXT STEPS: Ask for prayer or connect with a pastor: https://www.visionbend.com/connect Give a financial gift to support what God is doing here in Bend Oregon and Beyond: https://www.visionbend.com/give SUBSCRIBE: Don’t miss a video! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VisionBend CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Website: https://www.visionbend.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visionbend/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visionbendchurch Vision Church is a church plant in Bend, OR. Our team was sent out from Riverview Christian Fellowship in Coos Bay, OR. We exist to equip the saints to be the hands and feet of the body of Christ and to see the lost found. Whether you’re looking for a fresh start or simply a place to belong, we invite you to join us as we build a community of faith, together. #visionchurch #visionbend #austinrobertson

Everyone thinks denying yourself means rejecting every desire. But what if it's not about rejection... but invitation? #FaithOverFear #JesusFirst #ChristianReel #DenyYourself #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving