Kootenai Church Special Sermons

Christian hospitality has fallen from prominence by the mistaken assumption that it is a spiritual gift. But when we examine the Scriptures we find that hospitality is not a gift but a duty through which we express our love for the brethren. ★ Support this podcast ★

When a large rock is thrown into a pond, the ripple effects can be both dramatic and extensive.  When we understand that “all Scripture is God-breathed” (the sole infallible rule of faith for the people of God) the implications are likewise massive and far-reaching. An exposition of 2 Timothy 3:10-17. ★ Support this podcast ★

We will get a grip on what the sufficiency of Scripture means, in itself, and what it means to us as believers, in personal application. ★ Support this podcast ★

Anger is a powerful emotion, but it can be used for good or evil like dynamite. In Ephesians 4:26-27 the Apostle Paul instructs the believer how to navigate between the extremes of sinful anger and complacency while pointing to the gospel as the ultimate Christian response. If you are struggling to find the proper role for anger in your life this message is for you. An exposition of Ephesians 4:26...

God and God alone is the active agent in our salvation. Therefore all glory goes to Him for our redemption and deliverance from His wrath. An exposition of Ephesians 2:4. ★ Support this podcast ★

An overview of the Puritans. Who they were, and what they believed. ★ Support this podcast ★

Paul lays out in this text four Holy Spirit-empowered keys that are necessary to unlock the Christian life.  These keys are the basis for fulfilling the ethical imperatives that make up the balance of the letter. An exposition of Romans 12:1-2 . ★ Support this podcast ★

Since preaching is one of the primary means of grace for the believer it is critical that we hear and heed the preached word. This message emphasizes three essential activities that we must practice so that we will make the most of the Sunday sermon. ★ Support this podcast ★

Believers are immersed in Christ so that we may partake of His work on our behalf. In Christ, we have died, been buried, and raised again. This is the spiritual reality behind the symbolism of water baptism. A brief exposition of Romans 6:1-6 before our baptism service. ★ Support this podcast ★

Today, Andrew Rappaport from Striving for Eternity ministries is our guest speaker. Paul argues for the preeminence of Jesus over all things. This demonstrates that He is the Creator and Sustainer of all things and therefore worthy of our worship and adoration. An exposition of Colossians 1:15-20 . ★ Support this podcast ★

Today, Andrew Rappaport from Striving for Eternity ministries is our guest speaker. Many ask, “does the gift of tongues continue today?” Some say “yes” and others “no”. But does Scripture provide a precise answer? Paul provides that answer. An exposition of 1 Corinthians 13:8-13 . ★ Support this podcast ★

Jesus commanded that believers in Him be baptized by immersion after placing their faith in Him for salvation. This is the demonstrable New Testament teaching and pattern. We look at the commands to be baptized, the pattern of the New Testament, and the symbolism of Baptism. A few objections and questions were answered. An exposition of Matthew 28:16-20 and Selected Scriptures. ★ Support this podc...

God has reconciled sinners to Himself and to each other. In Ephesians 2, the Apostle Paul describes racial reconciliation and gives God’s answer to racism and racial hostility. An exposition of Ephesians 2:11-22 . ★ Support this podcast ★

Believers in Christ must trust in the goodness, kindness, and mercy of God to meet our most pressing needs regardless of the temporal circumstances we face in life. An exposition of Psalm 34:8-10 . ★ Support this podcast ★

The Angel of the Lord sustained Elijah and today, as our Great High Priest, He sustains us as well. Jesus secures and sustains us for a great salvation. An exposition of 1 Kings 19:1-18 . For those who would like to support the Burns family’s efforts in their Alaska ministry, you can donate here .  And for those who are interested in supporting their international ministry, you can donate here . ★...

A theology of church planting and the providence of God. For those who would like to support the Burns family’s efforts in their Alaska ministry, you can donate here .  And for those who are interested in supporting their international ministry, you can donate here . ★ Support this podcast ★

The revelation of and belief in bodily resurrection was very robust, even in the earliest times of the biblical record. Job, by faith, trusted Yahweh for his redemption, resurrection, and ultimate reward. An exposition of Job 19:23-27. ★ Support this podcast ★

Three things we learn from Joseph and Mary’s encounter with Simeon in the Temple (Luke 2). The birth of Christ was a Trinitarian event, a public event, and a salvific event. An exposition of Luke 2:21-35 and the last in our series of Christmas messages. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jesus Christ the dividing line among all humanity as each person’s destiny is revealed by their reaction to Him. An exposition of Luke 2:33-35. ★ Support this podcast ★

Simeon beholds Christ as God’s salvation, revelation, and glory. An exposition of Luke 2:27-32. ★ Support this podcast ★

An introduction to Simeon and his encounter with Jesus in the temple when Jesus was presented to the Lord by His parents. We look at the detail that Luke provides in showing the fastidious observance of the law by Mary and Joseph on behalf of their newborn son. An exposition of Luke 2:21-35. ★ Support this podcast ★

Paul instructed Timothy to uncompromisingly guard the truth in a gracious manner appropriate for the servant of Christ. An exposition of 2 Timothy 2:14-26. ★ Support this podcast ★

Description: History teaches us that hyper-Calvinism is as much a threat to true Calvinism as Arminianism is. Virtually every revival of true Calvinism since the Puritan era has been hijacked, crippled, or ultimately killed by hyper-Calvinist influences. Modern Calvinists would do well to be on guard against the influence of these deadly trends. Read: A Primer on Hyper-Calvinism ★ Support this pod...

BCM President Marty Windle and his wife, Jeanette, give an update on the outreach efforts of Bible Centered Ministries International during the COVID pandemic of 2020. ★ Support this podcast ★

The Apostle Paul’s first recorded sermon emphasized the Resurrection of Christ as a fulfillment of Old Testament promises of God. An exposition of Acts 13:30-38. ★ Support this podcast ★