Best Jess Whetsel Podcasts (2024)

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Tension, Temptation, and Trust (Luke 4:1-14; Mark 1:12-13; Matthew 4:1-11; Hebrews 4:14-16) 51:48

2d ago51:48

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The book of Hebrews counsels us to come to God for grace in times of need through the ministry of Jesus, our great High Priest, who can sympathize with us in our weaknesses. But, was he really tested in all things as we are? Is His humanity genuine? When tested, how did He respond? Examining the Gospel account of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness…

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Delights, Desires, and Dependence (Psalm 37:4-6) 36:41

2d ago36:41

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The believer is to orient themselves toward Yahweh and His promises. The ultimate vindication of the righteous is a precious promise. We can trust God and commit our ways to him. An exposition of Psalm 37:4-6. ★ Support this podcast ★By Jim Osman

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Fretting, Faith, and Fading Flowers (Psalm 37:1-3) 42:03

8d ago42:03

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Avoid fretting trust God emerged as the central theme of this profound examination of Psalm 37:1-3. The passage addresses believers' natural tendency to fret over the prosperity of evildoers. Instead of anger or envy, Scripture commands trust in God's timing and justice. Like grass that quickly withers, the wicked's success is temporary. The faithf…

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Obedient to the Spirit (Matthew 3, Mark 1: 1-11, Luke 3:1-22) 45:19

14d ago45:19

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The Gospel accounts of Jesus' response to John's call to be baptized alongside His Jewish countrymen highlight His faithful obedience to the word of God through the power of the Spirit. In His baptism, we see God the Father's approval of His faithfulness and the provision of the Holy Spirit to prepare Him for His ministry of gospel proclamation. Me…

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Introducing Psalm 37 47:04

23d ago47:04

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David crafts an acrostic psalm in this masterful composition that reveals profound wisdom through its carefully designed structure. Understanding Psalm 37's structure helps us grasp its literary beauty and spiritual depth. Through its proverbial style and strategic placement between Psalms 36 and 38, David's guidance on righteousness unfolds in sys…

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The Servant's Mission (Isaiah 42:1-4, 49:1-6) 46:46

24d ago46:46

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In Isaiah 42 and 49, the first two "Servant Songs," we see two primary goals of Jesus as the Messiah that motivate and encourage Him to overcome difficulties. Jesus' mission involved overcoming obstacles to bring God’s justice and salvation to the nations. Jesus' strength and perseverance were rooted in the Spirit, enabling Him to confront injustic…

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The Refuge of the Blessed (Psalm 2:10-12) 39:42

11d ago39:42

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Pastor Jim Osman explores how finding refuge in Christ requires submission to His divine kingship. Through an analysis of Psalm 2:10-12, he explains how rulers and all people must give attention to God's warning, offer proper worship, and pledge allegiance to the Son. Finding refuge in Christ means embracing His authority and turning from rebellion…

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Full of the Spirit (Isaiah 7:14; 9:6-7; 11:1-5) 49:58

1M ago49:58

49:58

The relationship between Jesus and the Holy Spirit reveals how being full of the Spirit enabled Christ's earthly ministry. Through Isaiah's prophecies, we see how being full of the Spirit equipped Jesus with divine wisdom, understanding, and counsel. This Spirit-empowered life demonstrated God's personal nature and commitment to dwell among His peo…

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The Reign that Ruins Rebellion (Psalm 2:7-9) 41:11

1M ago41:11

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Christ's sovereign reign prevails over all earthly rebellion, as Pastor Jim Osman expounds from Psalm 2:7-9. The passage reveals three aspects of Christ's rule: He rules as the divine Son, God's appointed steward over all nations, and the sovereign judge who will shatter His enemies. Christ's sovereign reign prevails, establishing His eternal kingd…

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Motivated for Sanctification (Hebrews 2:5-18) 51:31

1M ago51:31

51:31

Christ empowers sanctification through His perfect humanity, as explored in Hebrews 2:5-18. Simon Pranaitis examines four powerful incentives for believers to persist in their spiritual growth: Christ's redemption of our right to rule, His suffering for our holiness, His victory over Satan, and His role as our High Priest. Understanding how Christ …

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When God Laughs (Psalm 2:4-6) 43:16

26d ago43:16

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God laughs at rebellion, demonstrating His supreme authority over human defiance. From His position in heaven, He views mankind's attempts to overthrow divine rule with ridicule and mockery. While God's laughter reflects His sovereign power, it also reveals His righteous anger toward those who oppose Him. God laughs at rebellion not from amusement …

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Growing in Wise Obedience (Luke 2:40-52) 48:09

1M ago48:09

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Growing in wise obedience is a crucial aspect of Christian life, exemplified by Jesus' own journey of growth and obedience. This lesson explores how Jesus increased in wisdom through the power of the Holy Spirit, providing a model for believers to follow. By examining Luke 2:40-52, we gain insights into Christ's authentic humanity and His dependenc…

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The Vain Mutiny (Psalm 2:1-3) 43:09

1M ago43:09

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Jim Osman explores Psalm 2:1-3, examining the futile rebellion against God's authority. He highlights the raging, defiant, and lawless nature of this cosmic mutiny against the Lord and His anointed. Osman contrasts this rebellion with the blessed man of Psalm 1, emphasizing that true fulfillment comes from delighting in God's law rather than reject…

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Ten Reasons for Studying the Humanity of Jesus (Selected Scriptures) 44:25

2M ago44:25

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Simon Pranaitis explores ten compelling reasons for studying Jesus's humanity. He emphasizes how this study glorifies Christ, deepens our relationships with the Trinity, strengthens church unity, and enhances our spiritual growth. Pranaitis highlights that studying Jesus's humanity is essential for understanding the gospel, fighting sin, and improv…

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The Sovereign Stone (1 Peter 2:7-8) 39:49

2M ago39:49

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God is fully sovereign, ordaining all that comes to pass—including every human action and thought, even sinful ones. In this passage, Peter reassures his readers by showing that their persecutors' actions are not beyond God's sovereign will. This all-encompassing sovereignty offers profound comfort to the suffering believer's soul. ★ Support this p…

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Prayer Is the Key (James 5:13-20) 45:59

2M ago45:59

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David Forsyth explores why prayer is the key in James 5:13-20. He examines three prayerful responses Christians should have when facing difficulties: personal prayer in suffering and joy, pastoral prayer for the sick, and pursuing prayer for those straying from truth. Forsyth emphasizes that prayer is the key to connecting with God and demonstrates…

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Crucified with Christ; Dead and Yet Alive to Live for Him (Galatians 2:20) 34:50

2M ago34:50

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Gordie Hunt explores the profound concept of being crucified with Christ from Galatians 2:20. He delves into how believers are crucified with Christ, dying to sin and self, yet alive in Christ. This paradoxical truth forms the foundation for living by faith, no longer controlled by the old nature but empowered to live for God through Christ's indwe…

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Living in Light of the Second Coming (James 5:7-12) 50:19

2M ago50:19

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David Forsyth explores James 5:7-12, emphasizing the importance of living in light of Christ's second coming. He highlights three essential behaviors: living patiently, speaking rightly, and thinking theologically. Forsyth explains how the imminent return of Christ should motivate believers to endure hardships, avoid blaming others, talk honestly, …

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The Prize for the Blessed Man (Psalm 1:5-6) 38:15

2M ago38:15

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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 law-keeping. The righteous will stand in judgment, assured by God's intimate knowledge of th…

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The Sins of Wealth (James 5:1-6) 47:22

2M ago47:22

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David Forsyth delves into the sins of wealth as outlined in James 5:1-6. He examines four temptations common to the prosperous: hoarding, fraud, self-indulgence, and oppression. Forsyth warns that these sins of wealth are baked into our culture, potentially robbing believers of joy and blunting their testimony for Christ. He emphasizes the importan…

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The Prosperity of the Blessed Man (Psalm 1:3-4) 43:01

2M ago43:01

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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 prosperity of the blessed is not merely material but includes spiritual fruitful…

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The Gospel of Luke - Catching Fish and Men (Luke 5:1-11) 39:44

3M ago39:44

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Jeff Miller explores Jesus' encounter with Simon Peter in Luke 5:1-11, focusing on catching fish and men. He examines how Jesus' miraculous catch of fish leads to Peter's conversion and calling as a disciple. Miller highlights the progression from Peter's reluctant obedience to his illumination, conviction, and ultimate commitment to follow Jesus. …

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The Gospel of Luke - Catching Fish and Men (Luke 5:1-11) 39:44

3M ago39:44

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Jeff Miller explores Jesus' encounter with Simon Peter in Luke 5:1-11, focusing on catching fish and men. He examines how Jesus' miraculous catch of fish leads to Peter's conversion and calling as a disciple. Miller highlights the progression from Peter's reluctant obedience to his illumination, conviction, and ultimate commitment to follow Jesus. …

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The Path of the Blessed Man (Psalm 1:1-2) 49:12

2M ago49:12

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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 and meditating on it constantly. He concludes by pointing to Christ as the ultimate…

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Arrogance (James 4:11-17) 42:36

3M ago42:36

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David Forsyth examines James 4:11-17, addressing two common marks of arrogance: judgmentalism and self-confidence. Overcoming arrogance requires recognizing our tendency to speak against others and presume upon the future. Forsyth emphasizes humility, submission to God's law, and acknowledgment of our frailty. The sermon challenges believers to exa…

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Introduction to the Psalms (Selected Scriptures) 39:52

3M ago39:52

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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 their significance in the New Testament. He emphasizes how the Psalms reveal God's …

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Worldly Churches, Part 2 (James 4:4-10) 39:28

3M ago39:28

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David Forsyth examines James 4:4-10, addressing the church's worldliness issue. Overcoming spiritual adultery requires recognizing our predicament, receiving God's grace, and rectifying our situation through genuine repentance. Forsyth presents a three-part battle plan to combat worldliness, emphasizing the need for humility and submission to God. …

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Stones and Sacrifices: Peter's Mixed Metaphor for the Church (1 Peter 2:5) 43:36

3M ago43:36

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Dave Rich examines Peter's metaphor of the church as living stones in 1 Peter 2:5. This imagery portrays believers as components of a spiritual house, functioning as a holy priesthood. Rich explains how the church, as living stones, offers acceptable sacrifices to God through Jesus Christ. He outlines seven types of spiritual sacrifices: self-dedic…

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Worldly Churches, Part 1 (James 4:1-3) 43:03

3M ago43:03

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David Forsyth examines the characteristics of worldly churches in James 4:1-3. These characteristics include being quarrelsome, which hinders evangelism, and being carnal, driven by frustrated desires for recognition. Forsyth also identifies prayerlessness as a key trait, either failing to seek God's wisdom or praying with wrong motives. He emphasi…

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Unashamed Confidence (2 Timothy 1:8-12) 54:29

4M ago54:29

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Paul called upon Timothy to be unashamed of Christ, the gospel, and Paul's imprisonment for the sake of the gospel. The passage describes three reasons to be unashamed. An exposition of 2 Timothy 1:8-12). This message was preached for our baptism service. ★ Support this podcast ★By Jim Osman

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Unashamed Confidence (2 Timothy 1:8-12) 54:29

4M ago54:29

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Paul called upon Timothy to be unashamed of Christ, the gospel, and Paul's imprisonment for the sake of the gospel. The passage describes three reasons to be unashamed. An exposition of 2 Timothy 1:8-12). This message was preached for our baptism service. ★ Support this podcast ★By Jim Osman

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Keeping Trouble under Lock and Key (James 3:13-18) 41:37

4M ago41:37

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David Forsyth explores the concept of wisdom from above in James 3:13-18. He emphasizes that true wisdom is practical, not theoretical, and produces good works and humility. The sermon contrasts earthly wisdom, which leads to disorder and evil, with wisdom from above, which is pure, peaceable, and full of good fruits. Forsyth urges believers to see…

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The Right Kind of Possession (1 Thessalonians 4:3-8) 48:14

4M ago48:14

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Cornel Rasor explores 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8, focusing on the importance of sanctification through purity in the Christian life. He emphasizes that sanctification is not just a call to sexual purity but a comprehensive transformation through the Holy Spirit. Rasor challenges believers to live out their sanctification by rejecting sexual immorality a…

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2 1/2 Ounces of Trouble (James 3:1-12) 43:18

4M ago43:18

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In this sermon, David Forsyth delves into James 3:1-12, exploring the significance of controlling the tongue in the Christian life. He emphasizes that control of the tongue reflects one’s spiritual maturity, using vivid analogies to illustrate its power and potential for both good and evil. Forsyth provides a three-fold strategy for gaining control…

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