Kootenai Church Adult Sunday School
378 episodes - English - Latest episode: 24 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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Habakkuk: the Prophet who Questioned God (Habakkuk 2:6-19), Part Three
June 23, 2024 16:30 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBJeff Miller explores Habakkuk’s prophecy, highlighting the prophet’s deep questions to God regarding Judah's rampant sin and violence. Habakkuk’s prophecy, delivered through five “woes,” foretells the destruction of the proud Chaldeans. Jeff emphasizes the importance of faith and the righteous living by it, which are central themes in Habakkuk’s prophecy. This profound message underscores God’s sovereignty and the inevitable judgment of the arrogant Chaldeans. ★ Support this podc...
Habakkuk: the Prophet who Questioned God (Habakkuk 1:1-2:20), Part Two
June 16, 2024 16:30 - 42 minutes - 19.7 MBIn this sermon, Jeff Miller delves into Habakkuk’s struggle with understanding God’s use of the Chaldeans to judge Judah. Miller emphasizes the core message of the prophecy: “The righteous will live by faith.” He explains how Habakkuk’s dialogue with God reveals deeper theological insights about faith and righteousness. The phrase “righteous live by faith” is the central theme, guiding believers to trust God’s plan despite apparent injustices. ★ Support this podcast ★
Recovering God's Design - The Gospel, Our Hope
June 09, 2024 16:30 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this sermon, Dr. Owen Strachan delves into the power of the gospel, contrasting it with the pervasive lies of paganism. He emphasizes that the gospel's power transforms lives, highlighting the importance of living by God’s truth. Strachan urges Christians to confront the lies of the world and stand firm in their faith, showcasing the gospel's transformative power. ★ Support this podcast ★
Habakkuk: the Prophet who Questioned God (Habakkuk 1:1-2:20), Part One
June 02, 2024 16:30 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBJeff Miller delves into the book of Habakkuk, focusing on the prophet’s struggle with God’s justice. As Habakkuk questions why God allows sin and violence in Judah, God’s surprising answer challenges him further. Miller highlights how Habakkuk’s focus on Yahweh’s attributes transforms his problem into prayer and praise. Through this, believers learn the importance of living by faith and trusting God’s justice, despite perplexing circumstances. ★ Support this podcast ★
Habakkuk: the Prophet who Questioned God (Habakkuk 1:1-2:20)
June 02, 2024 16:30 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBJeff Miller delves into the book of Habakkuk, focusing on the prophet’s struggle with God’s justice. As Habakkuk questions why God allows sin and violence in Judah, God’s surprising answer challenges him further. Miller highlights how Habakkuk’s focus on Yahweh’s attributes transforms his problem into prayer and praise. Through this, believers learn the importance of living by faith and trusting God’s justice, despite perplexing circumstances. ★ Support this podcast ★
Protective Prayer (Philippians 4:6-7)
May 26, 2024 16:30 - 49 minutes - 22.8 MBSimon Pranaitis emphasizes the importance of prayer in combating anxiety in his sermon on Philippians 4:6-7. He explains how believers can strengthen their prayer life by stopping worrying and starting to pray. Pranaitis highlights that this approach leads to God’s peace, which surpasses all understanding, guarding hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. By focusing on these two fundamental principles, believers can protect themselves from anxiety. ★ Support this podcast ★
Praying for Maturity (Philippians 1:9-11)
May 19, 2024 16:30 - 49 minutes - 22.7 MBIn his sermon, Simon Pranaitis emphasizes the importance of praying for maturity in the church, highlighting how it is a critical aspect of spiritual growth. He explains how Paul's prayer in Philippians 1:9-11 is a model for believers to pray for one another's maturity. Pranaitis encourages the congregation to pray, ensuring that their love abounds increasingly in knowledge and discernment, ultimately leading to fruitful and sincere Christian living. ★ Support this podcast ★
Joyful Prayer (Philippians 1:3-8)
May 12, 2024 16:30 - 49 minutes - 22.5 MBIn his sermon "Joyful Prayer," Simon Pranaitis explores Apostle Paul's practice of consistently praying with joy, as detailed in Philippians 1:3-8. He highlights how Paul's unceasing prayers and thankfulness fostered deep relationships and spiritual growth within the church. Pranaitis urges the congregation to emulate Paul's example to enhance their spiritual lives and Christian community connections through joyful and consistent prayer. ★ Support this podcast ★
Paul's Prayer Priorities (Selected Scriptures)
May 05, 2024 16:30 - 51 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this new study series on prayer with this lesson delivered by Simon Pranaitis, the prayer priorities of Paul are meticulously explored to uncover the depth of relational prayer within the Christian community. Starting with a historical backdrop from the book of Philippians, Pranaitis engages his listeners by diving deep into the nuances of praying for others. This theme is vividly presented through Paul’s epistles. The discussion elaborates on how these practices sustain and deep...
Spirit Empowered Ministry (2Timothy 1:6-14)
April 28, 2024 16:30 - 46 minutes - 21.4 MBJeff Miller delves into the theological and historical context of Paul's letters to Timothy, particularly focusing on 2 Timothy 1:6-14. Paul, facing persecution and nearing the end of his life, urges Timothy to reignite the Holy Spirit's power for effective ministry. The sermon emphasizes the enduring necessity of the Holy Spirit's power for Christian ministry and life, linking this to Paul's comprehensive guidance on confronting challenges and maintaining faithfulness in ministry. ...
Principles of Imprecation (Selected Psalms)
April 21, 2024 16:30 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBThis sermon elaborates on the biblical principles of imprecatory prayers, aiming to guide believers in invoking God's judgment against evildoers with righteousness and without malice. Drawing on scriptural examples, particularly the Psalms, the sermon emphasizes aligning such prayers with God’s justice, ensuring they are God-centered and reflect His promises and righteousness. The discourse also tackles common misconceptions and ethical considerations, positioning these prayers as a...
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
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 (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 ...
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 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...
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...
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...