Kootenai Church Adult Sunday School
367 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe expository preaching ministry of Kootenai Community Church by Pastors/Elders Jim Osman, Jess Whetsel, Dave Rich, and Cornel Rasor. This podcast feed contains the weekly sermons preached in the adult Sunday School class on Sunday mornings at Kootenai Church.
The Elders/Teachers of Kootenai Church exposit verse-by-verse through whole books of the Bible. These sermons can be found within their own podcast series by visiting the KCC Audio Archive.
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Toward An Imprecatory Theology (Selected Psalms)
April 14, 2024 16:30 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBThis sermon delves deeply into the complex and often misunderstood concept of imprecatory prayers within Christian theology. Pastor Jim Osman aims to clarify the nature and purpose of these prayers, which call upon God to bring judgment or curses against one's enemies, as seen throughout the Scriptures. The sermon provides vital biblical insights and theological reflections to understand these prayers' role in a broader Christian ethical and eschatological context. The discussion in...
Imprectory Messianic Psalms (Selected Psalms)
April 07, 2024 16:30 - 48 minutes - 22.3 MBThis sermon on the Imprecatory Messianic Psalms focused on understanding the severe curses and judgments in Psalm 69 and Psalm 109 through a theological and messianic lens. Pastor Jim Osman emphasized these Psalms' relevance in the covenant with David and their application to the more excellent son, Jesus Christ, as depicted in the New Testament. These reflections were part of a series aimed at interpreting the severe calls for judgment on God's enemies and the righteousness of such...
Evaluating Interpretive Approaches (Selected Psalms)
March 24, 2024 16:30 - 43 minutes - 20 MBThis sermon delves into the interpretive challenges surrounding imprecatory psalms, examining the difficult reconciliation of these calls for divine vengeance with the New Testament's messages of love and forgiveness. It critically addresses the "sub-Christian" viewpoint, which posits that such psalms reflect a moral framework that is inferior to Jesus' teachings, advocating for a harmonious biblical ethic that seamlessly bridges the Old and New Testaments. This analysis highlights ...
Evaluating Interpretive Approaches
March 24, 2024 16:30 - 43 minutes - 20 MBThis sermon delves into the interpretive challenges surrounding imprecatory psalms, examining the difficult reconciliation of these calls for divine vengeance with the New Testament's messages of love and forgiveness. It critically addresses the "sub-Christian" viewpoint, which posits that such psalms reflect a moral framework that is inferior to Jesus' teachings, advocating for a harmonious biblical ethic that seamlessly bridges the Old and New Testaments. This analysis highlights ...
The Issues of Imprecation (Selected Psalms)
March 17, 2024 16:30 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBA look a the frequency and nature of imprecations in Scripture. We consider some of the interpretive challenges we face in dealing with imprecatory Psalms. Suggested Resources The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord is King (Preaching the Word) by James Johnston A Commentary on the Psalms: 3 Volume Set (Kregel Exegetical Library) by Allen Ross The Treasury of David (3 Volume Set) by Charles Haddon Spurgeon Psalms Two Volume Set: Evangelical Theological Commentary (EBTC) by James M. Hamil...
The Issues of Imprecation
March 17, 2024 16:30 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBA look a the frequency and nature of imprecations in Scripture. We consider some of the interpretive challenges we face in dealing with imprecatory Psalms. Suggested Resources The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord is King (Preaching the Word) by James Johnston A Commentary on the Psalms: 3 Volume Set (Kregel Exegetical Library) by Allen Ross The Treasury of David (3 Volume Set) by Charles Haddon Spurgeon Psalms Two Volume Set: Evangelical Theological Commentary (EBTC) by James M. Hamil...
A Biblical Model of Discipleship (1 Thessalonians 2:7-12)
March 10, 2024 16:30 - 48 minutes - 22.3 MBWhen he wrote his first letter to the Thessalonian Christians, Paul included a passage that serves as an excellent discipleship model. As we share the gospel, we must also share ourselves in authentic spirituality with the goal of real-life change. | Download Worksheet ★ Support this podcast ★
Introduction to the Psalms, Part 2
March 03, 2024 17:30 - 50 minutes - 23 MBA look at the structure of the Psalms and the five books that comprise the Psalter. The book's structure tells us something about the theological framework in which we interpret the imprecatory elements. ★ Support this podcast ★
Introduction to the Psalms, Part 2 (Selected Psalms)
March 03, 2024 17:30 - 50 minutes - 23 MBA look at the structure of the Psalms and the five books that comprise the Psalter. The book's structure tells us something about the theological framework in which we interpret the imprecatory elements. ★ Support this podcast ★
Introduction to the Psalms, Part 1
February 25, 2024 17:30 - 49 minutes - 22.6 MBAn introduction to the book of Psalms. We examine the themes, theology, structure, and method of interpreting the Psalms. This will establish the historical and theological framework for understanding the imprecatory elements in the Psalter. ★ Support this podcast ★
Introduction to the Psalms, Part 1 (Selected Psalms)
February 25, 2024 17:30 - 49 minutes - 22.6 MBAn introduction to the book of Psalms. We examine the themes, theology, structure, and method of interpreting the Psalms. This will establish the historical and theological framework for understanding the imprecatory elements in the Psalter. ★ Support this podcast ★
Introduction to Imprecatory Psalms (Selected Scriptures)
February 18, 2024 17:30 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBPastor Jim starts a new series on the Imprecatory Psalms with this lesson. This is a brief explanation of the issues surrounding imprecations (curses) in Scripture generally. The subject is introduced, and he previews the lessons in this series. Suggested Resources The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord is King (Preaching the Word) by James Johnston A Commentary on the Psalms: 3 Volume Set (Kregel Exegetical Library) by Allen Ross The Treasury of David (3 Volume Set) by Charles Haddon S...
Introduction to Imprecatory Psalms (Selected Psalms)
February 18, 2024 17:30 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBPastor Jim starts a new series on the Imprecatory Psalms with this lesson. This is a brief explanation of the issues surrounding imprecations (curses) in Scripture generally. The subject is introduced, and he previews the lessons in this series. Suggested Resources The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord is King (Preaching the Word) by James Johnston A Commentary on the Psalms: 3 Volume Set (Kregel Exegetical Library) by Allen Ross The Treasury of David (3 Volume Set) by Charles Haddon S...
Living and Working In A Bad Situation, Part 3 (Ephesians 6:5-9)
February 11, 2024 17:30 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBFive principles that govern how we are to live and work when we find ourselves in a bad situation. Serve with integrity Think eschatologically Practice mutuality ★ Support this podcast ★
Living and Working In A Bad Situation, Part 2 (Ephesians 6:5-9)
February 04, 2024 17:30 - 44 minutes - 20.6 MBFive principles that govern how we are to live and work when we find ourselves in a bad situation. Change what you can. Obey where you must. Serve with integrity. ★ Support this podcast ★
Living and Working In A Bad Situation, Part 1 (Ephesians 6:5-9)
January 28, 2024 17:30 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBAn introduction to the topic of slavery in the ancient world. ★ Support this podcast ★
Raising Children to Do Right, Part 2 (Ephesians 6:1-4)
January 21, 2024 17:30 - 50 minutes - 23 MBPaul’s three-fold approach to raising children to do right in a world that does wrong. ★ Support this podcast ★
Raising Children to Do Right, Part 1 (Ephesians 6:1-4)
January 14, 2024 17:30 - 52 minutes - 24.2 MBPaul’s three-fold approach to raising children to do right in a world that does wrong. ★ Support this podcast ★
Biblical Authority and Submission: The Twin Pillars of a Godly Marriage - The Role of a Husband, Part 6 (Ephesians 5:22-23)
January 07, 2024 17:30 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBFourteen characteristics of a husband's authority so that we might understand, appreciate, and exercise it in a Christ-honoring fashion in our homes and marriages. 11. A husband’s authority is illustrative. 12. A husband’s authority is evangelistic. 13 A husband’s authority is stabilizing. 14. A husband’s authority is attractive. ★ Support this podcast ★
Biblical Authority and Submission: The Twin Pillars of a Godly Marriage - The Role of a Husband, Part 5 (Ephesians 5:25)
December 31, 2023 17:30 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBFourteen characteristics of a husband's authority so that we might understand, appreciate, and exercise it in a Christ-honoring fashion in our homes and marriages. 6. A husband’s authority is sacrificial. 7. A husband’s authority is protective. 8. A husband’s authority is life-giving. 9. A husband’s authority is convicting. 10. A husband’s authority is sanctifying. ★ Support this podcast ★
Biblical Authority and Submission: The Twin Pillars of a Godly Marriage - The Role of a Husband, Part 4 (Ephesians 5:25)
December 24, 2023 17:30 - 46 minutes - 21.3 MBFourteen characteristics of a husband's authority so that we might understand, appreciate, and exercise it in a Christ-honoring fashion in our homes and marriages. 5. A husband's authority is loving, part 2 ★ Support this podcast ★
Biblical Authority and Submission: The Twin Pillars of a Godly Marriage - The Role of a Husband, Part 3 (Ephesians 5:23, 25)
December 17, 2023 17:30 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBFourteen characteristics of a husband's authority so that we might understand, appreciate, and exercise it in a Christ-honoring fashion in our homes and marriages. 3. A husband’s authority is reflective. 4. A husband’s authority is primary. 5. A husband’s authority is loving. ★ Support this podcast ★
Biblical Authority and Submission: The Twin Pillars of a Godly Marriage - The Role of a Husband, Part 2 (Ephesians 5:23, Genesis 2)
December 10, 2023 17:30 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MBFourteen characteristics of a husband's authority so that we might understand, appreciate, and exercise it in a Christ-honoring fashion in our homes and marriages. 2. A husband's authority is covenantal. ★ Support this podcast ★
Biblical Authority and Submission: The Twin Pillars of a Godly Marriage - The Role of a Husband, Part 1 (Ephesians 5:23)
December 03, 2023 17:30 - 40 minutes - 18.8 MBFourteen characteristics of a husband's authority so that we might understand, appreciate, and exercise it in a Christ-honoring fashion in our homes and marriages. A husband’s authority is unavoidable. ★ Support this podcast ★
Biblical Authority and Submission: The Twin Pillars of a Godly Marriage - The Role of a Wife, Part 3 (Ephesians 5:22-24,33)
November 26, 2023 17:30 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBSeven aspects of a wife’s submission that explain, justify, and exalt this Godly characteristic of Christian Wives. 5. A wife’s submission is respectful. 6. A wife’s submission is difficult. 7. A wife’s submission is beautiful. ★ Support this podcast ★
Biblical Authority and Submission: The Twin Pillars of a Godly Marriage - The Role of a Wife, Part 2 (Ephesians 5:22-24,33)
November 19, 2023 17:30 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBSeven aspects of a wife’s submission that explain, justify, and exalt this Godly characteristic of Christian Wives. 4. A wife’s submission is comprehensive. ★ Support this podcast ★
Biblical Authority and Submission: The Twin Pillars of a Godly Marriage - The Role of a Wife, Part 1 (Ephesians 5:22-24,33)
November 12, 2023 17:30 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBSeven aspects of a wife’s submission that explain, justify, and exalt this Godly characteristic of Christian Wives. A wife’s submission is voluntary. A wife’s submission is specific. A wife’s submission is devotional. ★ Support this podcast ★
Biblical Authority and Submission: The Twin Pillars of a Godly Marriage - Introduction (Ephesians 5-22ff)
November 05, 2023 17:30 - 46 minutes - 21.3 MBFour preliminary ideas relating to the topic of biblical authority and submission that will be foundational to our future studies. ★ Support this podcast ★
Living Under the Influence - Final Wrap-up (Ephesians 5:18-21)
October 29, 2023 16:30 - 47 minutes - 22 MBA series of 10 Questions that will help us to understand and live under the influence of the Holy Spirit. Question Ten: Where do I find the strength to obey? ★ Support this podcast ★
Living Under the Influence - What Does it Look Like? (Ephesians 5:18-21)
October 22, 2023 16:30 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBA series of 10 Questions that will help us to understand and live under the influence of the Holy Spirit. Question Nine: Is the filling of the Spirit visible? ★ Support this podcast ★
Living Under the Influence - Can the Spirit’s Filling Leak Out? (Ephesians 5:18)
October 15, 2023 15:08 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBA series of 10 Questions that will help us to understand and live under the influence of the Holy Spirit. Question Eight: Can the Spirit’s filling leak out? A look at “three selfs” which obstruct the work of the Spirit in the life of a believer. ★ Support this podcast ★
Living Under the Influence - The Filling of the Spirit, Part 2 (Ephesians 5:18)
October 08, 2023 16:30 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBA series of 10 Questions that will help us to understand and live under the influence of the Holy Spirit. Question Four: How is the filling different from the Spirit’s other ministries to the believer? Question Five: Who does the filling? Question Six: What is the content of the filling? Question Seven: How do I fulfill this command? ★ Support this podcast ★
Living Under the Influence - The Filling of the Spirit, Part 1 (Ephesians 5:18)
October 01, 2023 16:30 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MBA series of 10 Questions that will help us to understand and live under the influence of the Holy Spirit. Question Three: What is the filing of the Spirit? ★ Support this podcast ★
Living Under the Influence- Introduction (Ephesians 5:18)
September 24, 2023 16:30 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MBA series of 10 Questions that will help us to understand and live under the influence of the Holy Spirit. In this introduction, we begin to examine both the meaning and significance of Paul’s command to not be drunk with wine but instead be filled with the Spirit. A comprehensive understanding of this command is necessary not only to avoid the abuse of alcohol but more significantly to comprehend and avail ourselves of the Spirit’s power to live the Christian life in the realm of m...
Walking in Wisdom (Ephesians 5:15-6:9)
September 17, 2023 16:30 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MBIntroduction and overview of Ephesians 5:15-6:9 and how it connects to Paul’s earlier section (chapters 1-3) of the letter and the great doctrinal truths about our redemption contained therein. ★ Support this podcast ★
Certainties of Knowing the Truth (1 John 5:13-21)
September 10, 2023 16:30 - 46 minutes - 21.1 MBSalvation provides any believer with a certain level of confidence that their faith is real. Being reminded of what those certainties are is the focus of this message. Knowing the truth provides confidence to confront any life situation a believer faces. John ends this book with a strong warning: "Guard yourself from idols." What are idols, and why is it important to avoid them? An exposition of 1 John 5:13-21. ★ Support this podcast ★
Three Witnesses of Jesus (1 John 5:6-12)
September 03, 2023 16:30 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBThere is much division in the world and in the churches in Asia Minor. Why does this division exist, and how can believers live their lives in the midst of it all? To solidify the believer's faith in Jesus, John provides evidence that He came in the flesh. We will be looking at three more witnesses to the truth that Jesus is God. These pieces of evidence will destroy the argument that the Gnostic false teachers are bringing into the churches. An exposition of 1 John 5:6-12. ★ Sup...
New Life Overcomes the World (1 John 5:1-5)
August 27, 2023 16:30 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBThe new birth is central to the Christian faith. In this lesson, we will discuss the new birth, and how it is that you become born of Him. Do you become born of Him because you made a decision or does God act first? We will discuss the evidence that proves you have been born of Him. For those that have the new birth, they will have victory over this world system. God is gracious and provides you with the faith to overcome all things. An exposition of 1 John 5:1-5. ★ Support this ...
Believers Assurance (1 John 4:13-21)
August 20, 2023 16:30 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBHow do you know that you belong to Jesus? What does it mean to have the assurance that you are living your lives for Him? Assurance comes from the Holy Spirit who lives in the believer, but how do you know you have it? Whoever is willing to confess Christ before the world is the one who is assured of their faith in Him. Assurance breeds confidence and strength in your life. From that, you will never fear or worry about the day of judgment. An exposition of 1 John 4:13-21. ★ Suppo...
Why Read Your Bible? (Selected Scriptures)
August 13, 2023 16:30 - 58 minutes - 26.8 MBThis morning’s lesson provides ten reasons why you should regularly and systematically read your whole bible along with some practical suggestions to help you begin and sustain this life-changing spiritual habit. ★ Support this podcast ★
God's Love Manifested In Us (1 John 4:7-12)
August 07, 2023 04:30 - 46 minutes - 21.3 MBLove for one another is a significant focus in the book of 1 John. From 1 John 4:7 to 4:21, this is the longest section where John addresses our love for one another. This passage today will focus our attention on the source of love and how you are manifesting that love to the world. Love should increase more and more as you see the day drawing near when Christ will rule the nations. An exposition of 1 John 4:7-12. ★ Support this podcast ★
Test the Spirits (1 John 4:1-6)
July 30, 2023 16:30 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MBThe book of John is written to warn against the false teaching that was infiltrating the churches in Asia Minor. The church is to be the defender of truth, and often times the attacks come from within. When that happens, how do we tell truth from error? What tests can we use to prove whether these teachers are from God or not? John gives us the answers in this passage.An exposition of 1 John 4:1-6. ★ Support this podcast ★
God is Greater Than Our Heart (1 John 3:19-24)
July 23, 2023 16:30 - 40 minutes - 18.8 MBLoving those in the body of Christ is proof that we have passed from death into life. Through this love, we have assurance in our hearts that we are children of God. But sometimes our hearts condemn us into thinking that our actions are not in line with the word of God. When that happens, God comforts us because He knows the motives of our hearts and all things. We are to be reminded that when we love others, it brings confidence and boldness to come to Him in prayer, knowing that o...
Love, The Mark of True Christians (1 John 3:11-18)
July 16, 2023 16:30 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBThe Lord Jesus Christ on the cross is our ultimate example of love. True believers look at that model, and it motivates them to follow His lead in loving our brothers and sisters in Christ. Without that love, they become like Cain, who is of the evil one and killed his brother Abel. Those kinds of people are said to abide in death. It is incompatible for Christians to love like the world because their lives have been changed from death to life. Their new nature no longer has mastery...
God’s Seed Grows a New Nature in Believers (1 John 3:4-10)
July 09, 2023 16:30 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBThe distinguishing mark of authentic believers is that their lives reflect godly character. This passage illustrates the seriousness of sin, and how to tell the difference between Children of God and Children of the devil. The way of determining each is through their nature. A child of the devil can only produce a nature that is in opposition to God. But, a child of God, by the seed implanted in them, can produce the fruit of righteousness. Sin will always be present but it will not...
Living in Hope of Christ’s Return (1 John 2:28-3:3)
July 02, 2023 16:30 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MBEvery Christian should be living their lives with the expectation that one day they will meet Christ face to face. No one knows the day or the hour when that will happen, so the best approach is to always be practicing righteousness. Time is one aspect of life that we have dominion over. We should, and must, spend it wisely with an eye toward the future coming of Christ. How we live today matters to those around us, and when we meet our Savior in the clouds. ★ Support this podcas...
Christ: The Sovereign Savior of the Sheep (John 6, 10, 17)
June 25, 2023 16:30 - 49 minutes - 22.6 MBA survey of John’s Gospel, and its teachings regarding God's election, and the security of His elect. An exposition of John 6, 10, 17. ★ Support this podcast ★
Stick to the Basics (1 John 2:24-27)
June 18, 2023 16:30 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBEvery believer throughout history believes in a certain set of doctrines. John illustrates in this lesson what those basic doctrines are and why we are to practice them. To hold to anything else is to open oneself up to being led astray by false teachers. These are the liars and antichrists that were trying to lead the believers in Asia Minor away from the simplicity and truth of God’s Word. These basic doctrines provide encouragement and hope for all believers at all times. An expo...
Purging, Wickedness, and Insight (Daniel 12: 3-13)
June 11, 2023 16:30 - 50 minutes - 22.9 MBThe angel finishes his discourse with Daniel. While Daniel is not given total information regarding the end times, he is given enough to understand what he must do and how he should act in the wicked generation he lived in. That supply of information resonates down through the ages to the people of God in every circumstance and provides hope for Israel and the Gentiles in the future. The final statement encourages Daniel that a bodily resurrection into glory with Yahweh awaits him. ...
The Baptism of the Holy Spirit
June 04, 2023 16:30 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBThe distinction between the baptism of the Holy Spirit and being filled with the Holy Spirit. The baptism of the Holy Spirit is a unique event associated with the birth of the church, characterized by the filling of the Holy Spirit and the speaking of tongues, and it is not a normative experience for present-day believers–the gift of speaking in tongues ceased after the apostolic era. ★ Support this podcast ★