Jim Osman
Pastor-Teacher, Kootenai Community Church
Appears in 252 Episodes
A Superior Sacrifice, Part 1 (Hebrews 9:13-14)
The sacrifice of Christ is compared to the blood of bulls and goats and the ashes of a heifer sprinkling the defiled. A look at the Old Testament regulations for cerem...
The Superiority of Christ (Hebrews 9:11-12)
The work of Christ is contrasted with the sanctuary, services, and significance of the Old Covenant. The author shows that Christ is a High Priest providing superior b...
Lessons From The Tabernacle (Hebrews 9:8-10)
Three limitations of the Old Covenant. What was the Holy Spirit teaching us through the Tabernacle? An exposition of Hebrews 9:8-10.
Tabernacle Services (Hebrews 9:6-7)
A look at the daily and yearly worship services of the wilderness Tabernacle. An exposition of Hebrews 9:6-7.
The Earthly Sanctuary (Hebrews 9:1-5)
An explanation of the role of the tabernacle in the worship of Israel. A brief survey of some of the furniture in the tabernacle and its symbolism. An exposition of He...
What Is The Value Of The Old Covenant? (Hebrews 8:13)
If the Old Covenant is obsolete, then what is the value of the Old Testament to us today? Are we bound to the commands and regulations of the Old Covenant? Should we i...
The Promises of the New Covenant, Part 3 – Hebrews 8:12
A look a the crowning jewel of the New Covenant promises – the forgiveness of sins. An exposition of Hebrews 8:12.
The Blessings Of The New Covenant Part 2 (Hebrews 8:10-12)
The second blessing of the New Covenant is a personal knowledge of God. An exposition of Hebrews 8:10-12.
The Promises of the New Covenant, Part 1 (Hebrews 8:8-9)
A look at the promised blessings of the New Covenant and how they are fulfilled by those included in that covenant. An exposition of Hebrews 8:8-9.
A New Covenant for Israel (Hebrews 8:7-8)
To whom is the promise of a New Covenant given? A look at the significance of the promise being given to Israel. We discuss the four views of the New Covenant and the ...
The Need For A New Covenant (Hebrews 8:7; Jeremiah 31)
Why was a new covenant necessary? What was wrong with the “first covenant?” An overview of the historical setting in which the promise of a “new covenant” was first ma...
The Six Covenants of Scripture – Selected Scriptures
An evaluation of Covenant Theology as a hermeneutic. An overview of the Noahic Covenant, Abrahamic Covenant, Mosaic Covenant, Priestly Covenant, and Davidic Covenant. ...
The New Covenant, Part 2 (Hebrews 8:6-7)
We continue to lay the groundwork for understanding the covenants in Scripture. A brief explanation of covenant theology and a critique of it’s assumptions. Part of an...
The New Covenant, Part 1 – Hebrews 8:6-13
An introduction to the issues surrounding the New Covenant. An exposition of Hebrews 8:6-13.
A Tabernacle In Heaven (Hebrews 8:1-6)
A contrast between the “true tabernacle” and the earthly tabernacle constructed in connection with the old covenant. An exposition of Hebrews 8:1-6.
A Priest In Heaven, Part 2 – (Hebrews 8:1-6)
A look at the significance and implications of the High Priestly work of intercession. An exposition of Hebrews 8:1-6.
A Priest in Heaven, Part 1 (Hebrews 8:1-6)
Having finished His priestly work of redemption, Christ has taken a heavenly seat. A look at the encouragement and implications of the exaltation of Jesus Christ to th...
A Perfect Priest And Sacrifice, Part 2 (Hebrews 7:26-28)
The author demonstrates the superiority of Jesus over all the Old Testament Priesthood. Jesus is eminently qualified to serve as our priest and to offer Himself as a s...
A Perfect Priest and Sacrifice, Part 1 (Hebrews 7:26-28)
The author demonstrates that the priesthood of Jesus is superior to the Old Testament Priesthood by showing that Christ is a perfect priest Who offered a perfect sacri...
He Continues Forever (Hebrews 7:23-25)
Yet another contrast between the priesthood of Jesus and the Old Testament priests – Jesus’ priesthood is not interrupted by death; therefore, He is able to fully save...
In With The New, Part 2 (Hebrews 7:15-22)
Finishing up our study of this text we look at three more ways in which the priesthood of Christ is superior to the Levitical priesthood. Christ has received a better ...
In With The New, Part 1 (Hebrews 7:15-22)
To demonstrate the superiority of the work of Christ over the Levitical priesthood, the author presents 5 points of contrast. In part 1 we look at the first two of tho...
Out With The Old (Hebrews 7:11-14)
A look at the limitation of the Levitical Priesthood and the animal sacrifices. They were never intended to pay the price for sin, only to cover sin until the full pri...
The Lesser is Blessed by the Greater (Hebrews 7:4-10)
As representatives of others, Abraham and Melchizedek’s encounter was significant for more than just themselves. The blessing bestowed is evidence of Melchizedek’s gre...
The Greatness of Melchizedek (Hebrews 7:4-10)
To things evidence Melchizedek’s superiority to Abraham. First, Abraham tithed to Melchizedek. Second, Melchizedek blessed Abraham. In this sermon, we look at the tith...
A Priest Perpetually (Hebrews 7:1-3)
A look at the implications of the perpetual priesthood of Jesus and the symbolism of Melchizedek. An exposition of Hebrews 7:1-3.
What is a Type of Christ? (Hebrews 1:3, Selected Scriptures)
A bit of a diversion as we look at the subject of biblical typology. What constitutes a “type” of Christ? What is a “type?” An exposition of relevant biblical texts.
A Righteous King of Peace (Hebrews 7:1-3)
A look at what Hebrews says regarding Melchizedek. He was a unique King-Priest who, in his rule, his role, and his character typified Christ. An exposition of Hebrews ...
MelchizaWho? – Genesis 14
An overview of the references to Melchizedek in Hebrews 7 followed by an exposition of Genesis 14 and the reference to Melchizedek.
An Anchor For The Soul (Hebrews 6:18-20)
The security of the believer rests upon the person and work of Christ and Christ alone. He is described in this text using three illustrations: a refuge, an anchor, an...
