
Bismarck Community Church Sermon Podcast
Welcome to the Bismarck Community Church sermon podcast! Through these weekly sermons, we hope you will recognize our love for the gospel of Jesus Christ, our desire to go deeper in relationship with our community, and our intention to live our lives out in mission.
We are so glad you are here to listen to these sermons, but we would love for you to join us in person. We meet weekly at 10am for worship service at 1617 Michigan Avenue in Bismarck, North Dakota. Hope to see you here!!
Episodes
340 episodes
God Afflicts Us for Our Restoration | Jim Ellis | August 31, 2025
This week, our "Journey Through Scripture" series continues with Jim Ellis in the book of Lamentations. We'll explore how even in our deepest sorrow, our faithful God is at work, purposefully using our pain to bring about His restoration. #B...
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God's Story of Redemption in Ezekiel | Sam Dupuis | 8-24-2025
This week, in our "Journey Through Scripture" series, Sam Dupuis takes us to the book of Ezekiel. While Ezekiel often begins with a message of humanity's brokenness, Sam shows us that its ultimate purpose is one of hope. Even amidst the gloo...
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The Blueprint for an Exile | Jared Lee | 8-17-2025
This week, our "Journey Through Scripture" series features a message from our former pastor, Jared Lee, who dives into the book of Jeremiah 29:1-15. He shares how God’s message to the ancient exiles is a direct word for us today, showing us ...
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Jeremiah's Ministry | Daniel Nairn | 8-10-2025
This week in our "Journey Through Scripture" series, Daniel Nairn brings a message from the book of Jeremiah. Dan discusses Jeremiah’s ministry and explores four questions we can ask about its impact: How was his message received? Were lives...
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God Is With Us | Jim Ellis | 8-3-2025
This week, join Jim Ellis for our "Journey Through Scripture" series as he focuses on the powerful truth of Isaiah 41:10. This single verse provides the ultimate reason to cast away fear: God promises to be with us, strengthen us, and help u...
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Hosea: A Story of Redemption | Marcus Staley | 7-20-2025
This week in our "Journey Through Scripture" series, Marcus Staley unpacks the challenging yet hopeful book of Hosea. Through the dramatic narrative of Hosea and Gomer, we'll see a profound parallel: Israel's repeated unfaithfulness met by G...
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We Are Jonah | Jim Ellis | 7-13-2025
This week in our "Journey Through Scripture" series, Pastor Jim Ellis takes us through the book of Jonah. We'll explore how Jonah's story often mirrors our own tendency to run away from God. We will be challenged to embrace a radical calling...
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The Lord Saves | Jim Ellis | 7-6-2025
This week, Jim Ellis guides us through the book of Obadiah in our "Journey Through Scripture" series. We'll examine themes of human pride and the nearness of the Day of the Lord, culminating in the comforting and foundational truth that our ...
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Rest In Jesus' Yoke | Jim Ellis | 6-29-2025
This week in our "Journey Through Scripture" series, Jim Ellis draws a compelling parallel from 1 Kings 12. We'll examine the story of Rehoboam, who, influenced by misguided friends, increased the burdens on his people. In contrast, we'll di...
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Bubbles | Jim Ellis | 6-22-2025
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 strugg...
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What Does God See? | Dennis Sailer | 6-15-2025
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:...
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The Wooing God | Jim Ellis | 6-8-2025
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 b...
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We Are the Beloved | Jim Ellis | 6-1-25
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 identit...
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Worthy of Praise | Jim Ellis | 5-25-2025
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...
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Repent and Believe | Jim Ellis | 5-18-2025
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, mark...
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Relational Responsibility | Jim Ellis | 5-11-2025
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 ki...
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Dwell In Unity | Jim Ellis | 5-4-2025
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 ...
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Who are We? | Jim Ellis | 4-27-2025
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 ...
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Resurrection Confidence | Jim Ellis | 4-20-2025
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 challeng...
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God's Got This | Jim Ellis | 4-13-2025
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 an...
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Cry Out to God | Jim Ellis | 4-6-2025
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...
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Cling To God | Jim Ellis | 3-30-2025
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 #JimElli...
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The Two Pegs | Jim Ellis | 3-23-2025
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 ...
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Listen and Love | Jim Ellis | 3-16-2025
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...
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Jesus Is the Stricken Rock | Jim Ellis | 3-9-2025
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 t...
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Yahweh is THE blessing
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. #bismar...
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Jesus Is the G.O.A.T. | Jim Ellis | 2-23-2025
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 ...
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I Will Give You Rest | Jim Ellis | 2-16-2025
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...
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The Patient God Saves Us | Jim Ellis | 2-9-2025
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 ...
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