The Prize for the Blessed Man (Psalm 1:5-6)
Jim Osman examines Psalm 1:5-6, revealing the contrasting destinies of the righteous and wicked. The wicked will perish while the blessed man is preserved and prospered eternally. Osman emphasizes that true righteousness stems from faith in Christ, not mere...
The Prosperity of the Blessed Man (Psalm 1:3-4)
? Jim Osman explores the prosperity of the blessed in Psalm 1:3-4, contrasting the righteous with the wicked. He examines how those who delight in God's Word are like fruitful trees planted by streams, while the wicked are like chaff blown away. Osman emphasizes that...
The Path of the Blessed Man (Psalm 1:1-2)
? Jim Osman examines Psalm 1:1-2, exploring the path of the blessed man. The sermon contrasts the righteous person, who avoids ungodly influences, with the wicked, who progressively embrace sin. Osman emphasizes that true blessedness comes from delighting in God's law...
Introduction to the Psalms (Selected Scriptures)
Jim Osman introduces the book of Psalms, highlighting its theological depth and poetic structure. The Psalms' value lies in their ability to shape biblical thinking, engage emotions, and guide worship. Osman explores common misconceptions, the Psalms' structure, and...
Unashamed Confidence (2 Timothy 1:8-12)
Jim Osman explores the concept of unashamed confidence in Christ through Paul's letter to Timothy in 2 Timothy 1:8-12. He highlights three reasons for this confidence: a saving gospel, a securing God, and a sure glory. Osman emphasizes that believers can have...
Communion: A Memorial Meal (1 Corinthians 11:18-34)
Jim Osman examines the significance of communion in 1 Corinthians 11:18-34, emphasizing its role as a divine institution and a memorial meal that symbolizes the unity of believers. He highlights how the Corinthian church’s misuse of the Lord’s Supper reflected deeper...
Guarding the Flock (Acts 20:28-32)
Jim Osman emphasizes the critical role of elders in protecting the church from false teachers. Drawing from Acts 20:28-32, he explains how Paul warned the Ephesian elders about the ever-present danger of “savage wolves” infiltrating the flock. Osman underscores that...
A Pattern for Baptism (Acts)
Jim Osman’s sermon, “A Pattern for Baptism (Acts),” delves into the scriptural basis and practice of baptism as depicted in the book of Acts. Osman outlines who should be baptized, emphasizing that only those who genuinely believe in Jesus Christ qualify. He discusses...
Wrapping Up Hebrews (Hebrews 13:22-25)
Jim Osman concludes his extensive study of Hebrews with a sermon on Hebrews 13:22-25, highlighting the importance of enduring faith and the danger of unbelief. In these closing remarks, Osman reflects on the supremacy of Christ and urges believers to embrace their...
A Parting Prayer (Hebrews 13:20-21)
In this sermon, Jim Osman explores the theme of God’s equipping power from Hebrews 13:20-21. He emphasizes how God’s equipping power enables believers to endure trials, remain faithful, and perform His will. Osman highlights the necessity of divine assistance for...
Jim Osman
Pastor-Teacher
Jim Osman was born in May of 1972 and has lived in Sandpoint since he was three. He achieved his life’s ambition by graduating from Sandpoint High School in 1990. Jim came to know Christ through the ministry of Cocolalla Lake Bible Camp. Kootenai Community Church has always been his home church, attending Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, and Youth Group.
After graduating from High School, he attended Millar College of the Bible in Pambrun, Saskatchewan. It was at Bible College that Jim met his wife-to-be, Diedre, who was also enrolled as a student. Jim graduated with a three-year diploma in April 1993 and married Diedre in August of that same year. He returned to Millar to further his education in September 1994 and graduated from the Fourth Year Internship Program with a Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Ministries in April 1995.
Jim and Diedre returned to Sandpoint, where Jim began working in construction and as a Roofing Materials Application Specialist (roofer) until he was asked to take over as the Preaching Elder of Kootenai Community Church in December 1996. Now, he counts it as his greatest privilege to be involved in ministering in the Church that has ministered to him for so many years. It has been a great adventure!
Jim is the author of Truth or Territory: A Biblical Approach to Spiritual Warfare, Selling the Stairway to Heaven, The Prosperity of the Wicked: A Study of Psalm 73, God Doesn’t Whisper, and his latest book, God Doesn’t Try, which he co-wrote with co-elder Dave Rich. Jim and Diedre have four children: Taryn, Shepley, Ayden, and Liam.