Bismarck Community Church Sermon Podcast

This week, as we continue our "Journey Through Scripture" series, Jim Ellis delves into the book of Ecclesiastes. He explores how its author, the Quester, grapples with life's apparent meaninglessness "under the sun." Yet, amidst this struggle, Ecclesiastes ultimately points us to a profound hope: that God, not ourselves, is the true center, and His work "under the su...

As we continue in our Journey Through Scripture sermon series, this week we hear from Dennis Sailer, who talks about God's creation of humanity in His image and His continuous presence in our lives. Drawing from Genesis 1:24-31 and Psalm 36:7, Dennis reflects on what God sees when He looks at us, His beloved, and shares personal insights on finding God's love even in times of emptiness....

This week in our 'Journey Through Scripture' series, Pastor Jim Ellis delves into the beautiful poetry of the Song of Solomon. In this sermon, "The Wooing God," discover how the passionate pursuit between a husband and wife in this ancient book remarkably mirrors God's tender and relentless wooing of humanity to Himself. Join us to uncover this profound illustration of div...

This week in our 'Journey Through Scripture' sermon series, Pastor Jim Ellis explores Psalm 127, the Psalms of Ascent's central chapter, highlighting its middle word: "beloved." Learn about building with God's help and embracing your identity as His beloved. What is God speaking to you , His beloved, through this powerful scripture?  #Bismarck #church #BismarckCommuni...

This week in our 'Journey Through Scripture' sermon series, Pastor Jim Ellis guides us through David's powerful song to the Lord, found in both 2 Samuel 22 and Psalm 18. Discover why David declared God worthy of all praise, and find the same reasons in your own life to lift your voice in worship!  #Bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScrip...

This week in our 'Journey Through Scripture' sermon series, Pastor Jim Ellis delves into the final words of King David found in 2 Samuel 23. David's life was a remarkable blend of being "a man after God's own heart" and yet, tragically, marked by the sin against Uriah the Hittite. This message unpacks how David's complex story serves as a timeless and urgent call...

How does an ancient covenant impact your life today? In this week's 'Journey Through Scripture' sermon series, Pastor Jim Ellis explores 2 Samuel 7 and the Davidic Covenant, revealing its invitation to a deep relationship with God and the kingdom responsibilities that come with it. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible...

This week in our 'Journey Through Scripture' sermon series, Pastor Jim Ellis explores Psalm 133, reflecting on the beauty and blessing of unity among believers. Discover how our shared faith in Jesus Christ draws us together in a fellowship that is truly good and pleasant in God's sight. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #Read...

As part of our "Journey Through Scripture" series, Pastor Jim Ellis explores the often-overlooked genealogies found throughout the Bible. Though these lengthy lists of names may seem tedious, they reveal a powerful truth: they connect us to the larger narrative of God's story, tracing a line from Adam to Jesus and helping us understand our place within it.#bismarck #church #Bismarck...

As part of our Journey Through Scripture series, Pastor Jim Ellis shares this Easter Sunday message from Psalm 27—a passage David wrote in the midst of personal hardship. Just as David found hope in God during challenging times, we too can place our confidence in the One who is risen indeed. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unit...

This week in our "Journey Through Scripture" sermon series, Pastor Jim Ellis dives into the story of Ruth—a powerful reminder for anyone who's ever wondered, "How will we get through this?" As we walk alongside Ruth and Naomi in their struggles, we're encouraged to trust that even in uncertainty, God is always in control. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BC...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" series with a focus on the book of Judges. As we explore the difficult and dark moments in the story of God's people, we are reminded to call out to God, the one who alone can rescue us. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Judges #CryOutToGo...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" series with a focus on Joshua 23, where we are urged to cling to the Lord our God and be very careful to love him. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Joshua #ClingToGod #BeVeryCarefulToLoveGod Support the show Find out more about us at BismarckC...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" series with a second message from Deuteronomy 6:4-9, often referred to as the Shema. In this passage, we are called to love God with every part of our being. Jesus builds upon this commandment in Matthew 22:34-40, introducing the second great commandment: to love our neighbors as ourselves. Together, these two commands...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" sermon series with a message from Deuteronomy 6:4-9, also known as the Shema. In this passage, we are called to listen to God and love Him with our whole hearts. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Deuteronomy #Shema #HearGod #Listen #Love #Whole...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" sermon series with a message from Numbers 20, where Moses strikes the rock twice to provide water for the Israelites. Just like the Israelites, we are all rebellious and thirsty, yet through the ultimate Stricken Rock, Jesus Christ, we are reconciled to God. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Go...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" sermon series with a focus on the Aaronic blessing from Numbers 6. He encourages us to bless others while reminding us that Yahweh is the greatest blessing of all. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Numbers #blessing #AaronicBlessing #JesusIsTHE...

Join Pastor Jim Ellis this week as he continues our Journey Through Scripture series with a powerful message on Leviticus 16. He explores how every element of the Day of Atonement foreshadows Jesus. Discover how Jesus is symbolized by the scapegoat in Leviticus 16—and how He truly is the G.O.A.T. (Greatest Of All Time). #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThro...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our Journey Through Scripture series with a message on Exodus 33. He highlights how God's promise to be present with His people and give them rest, as seen in His conversation with Moses, is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, the Son of God. Through this passage, we see how Jesus, God in the flesh, extends the same promise of rest to us today. #bismarck #chur...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" series. In this sermon, he looks at Exodus 13 and explores how only God can save us and how utterly patient he is with us. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Exodus #GodSaves #GodIsPatient Support the show Find out more about us at BismarckCC.or...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" series. In this sermon, he explores the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—who is also our personal God—inviting us into a deep, personal relationship with Him. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Genesis #Abraham #Isaac #Jacob #PersonalGod #Person...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" sermon series. In this message, he delves into the brief Old Testament reference to Melchizedek and how it points us to Jesus, who fulfills the dual role of both King and Priest. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Genesis #Melchizedek #Jesus #ki...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" sermon series. In this message, he explores Job's journey of grief, where he questions God, receives God's response, repents, and ultimately experiences restoration.#bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Genesis #Job #suffering #wisdom #qu...

This week, Pastor Jim Ellis continues our "Journey Through Scripture" sermon series. In this message, he explores the story of Job, highlighting how Job, amidst his suffering, recognizes God's sovereign role and understands that true wisdom comes from fearing the Lord. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Genes...

This week, Pastor Jim begins our new sermon series, "Journey Through Scripture." In this message, he explores the story of our origin from Genesis and emphasizes how, when reading this and all of Scripture, we are called to place our trust in God, our Creator. #bismarck #church #BismarckCommunityChurch #BCC #JimEllis #Gospel #JourneyThroughScripture #ReadBible #unity #Genesis #InTheBegin...