Jim Osman
Pastor-Teacher, Kootenai Community Church
Appears in 252 Episodes
God’s Unchangeable Purpose (Hebrews 6:16-18)
Both God and His redemptive purposes are unchangeable. We look at the implications of that for the believer and our security in Christ. An exposition of Hebrews 6:16-18.
God’s Unchangeable Oath (Hebrews 6:16-18)
What does it mean that God “swore by Himself” and why is that significant? We look at God’s unchangeable oath and how it relates to the security of our salvation. An e...
God‘s Unfailing Promises (Hebrews 6:13-15)
The fact that God keeps His promises is the ground of our security in salvation. An exposition of Hebrews 6:13-15.
The Blessings of Spiritual Diligence (Hebrews 6:11-12)
The key to assurance in our salvation and the antidote to being “dull of hearing” is spiritual diligence. This is the conclusion of the warning passage. The author des...
Fruits of True Salvation (Hebrews 6:10)
A close look at two categories of fruits that manifest themselves in the lives of genuine believers: good works and love for the name of God. An exposition of Hebrews ...
Assured of Salvation (Hebrews 6:10)
A look at two attributes of God that ensure the preservation of all those whom He has saved; namely, justice and omniscience. An exposition of Hebrews 6:10.
Things That Accompany Salvation (Hebrews 6:9-12)
Verse 9 provides further clear evidence that those described in vv. 4-5 are not and never were believers. An exposition of Hebrews 6:9-12.
The Worthless Ground (Hebrews 6:7-8)
A look at the illustration of the ground that produces either vegetation or thorns in Hebrews 6:7-8. This illustration sheds light on the meaning of vv. 4-6 and the id...
The Apostates, Part 5 (Hebrews 6:4-6)
A look at the fifth phrase that describes this group of apostates. What does it mean that they have “fallen away,” what is the repentance that is mentioned here, and i...
The Apostates, Part 4 (Hebrews 6:4-6)
A look at the phrase “partakers of the Holy Spirit”. An exposition of Hebrews 6:4-6.
The Apostates, Part 3 (Hebrews 6:4-6)
We continue our look at the 4 positive descriptions of the Apostates in Hebrews 6:4-6. An examination of what it means to “taste” the three things listed: heavenly gif...
The Apostates, Part 2 (Hebrews 6:4-6)
A look at the phrase “once enlightened” and what it tells us about the group described in Hebrews 6, the third warning passage. A look at the parallel passage in Hebre...
The Apostates, Part 1 (Hebrews 6:4-8)
Who are those who have “fallen away” in Hebrews 6? We take an overview of the details of the passage and then look at the various popular interpretations of the passag...
Foundational Teachings, Part 3 (Hebrews 6:1-3)
A study of the doctrines of bodily resurrection and eternal punishment. An exposition of Hebrews 6:1-3.
Foundational Teachings, Part 2 (Hebrews 6:1-3)
A look at the second pair of foundational doctrines in Hebrews 6:1-3 – washings and laying on of hands. An exposition of Hebrews 6:1-3.
Foundational Teachings, Part 1 (Hebrews 6:1-3)
A look at the foundational teachings of “repentance from dead works” and “faith toward God” in Hebrews 6:2-3. An exposition of Hebrews 6:1-3.
Moving On To Maturity (Hebrews 6:1-3)
The author encourages his readers to “press on to maturity” by moving on to solid food and not laying the foundation again. An exposition of Hebrews 6:1-3.
Marks of Maturity (Hebrews 5:13-14)
We look at four contrasts between the infant and the mature and see what true spiritual maturity looks like. An exposition of Hebrews 5:13-14.
Time To Grow Up, Part 2 (Hebrews 5:11-12)
The Hebrew Christians had not only become lazy listeners (v. 11), but also stagnant students (v. 12). We look at their need to be taught again the foundational element...
Time to Grow Up, Part 1 (Hebrews 5:11)
The author of Hebrews reproves his audience for their being “dull of hearing.” A look at the causes and cures for spiritual immaturity. An exposition of Hebrews 5:11.