Oasis Church Athens
By Oasis Church Athens
Oasis Church AthensOct 19, 2020
How Should We Think About Israel, Palestine, and Hamas?
This is a message Chris Stewart delivered at Oasis Church on October 15, 2023, just days after the deadly and horrific attack by Hamas on Israel and in the midst of Israel's retaliation.
Seeing the Gospel in the Book of Ruth
Chris Stewart wraps up a 6-week teaching series in the book of Ruth with a summary the main characters in the true story and how they point us toward the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Trusting God and Taking a Risk (Ruth 3-4)
April Stewart teaches at Oasis Church Sunday morning on Ruth chapter 3 and 4. The live stream quality was not good and so we cleaned up the audio from the teaching to post on our podcast feed.
The Truth About Christmas 4: What Happened on Christmas Eve
This is the 4th and final episode of this podcast mini-series.
The Truth About Christmas 3: The First Christmas
This is the 3rd episode of a 4-part series. NOTE, the 4th and final episode will be posted tomorrow, on Christmas Eve.
The Truth About Christmas 2: Family Trees and the Christmas Tree
This 2nd episode of 4-part series telling the truth about Christmas.
The Truth About Christmas 1: The Promise
This is the first episode of a 4-part Christmas series.
What's It All About? – Part 5
This is the final episode of the series, in which the question is answered, "Why did Jesus Christ come to die, and for whom did he die?"
What's It All About? – Part 4
In Part 4 of this 5-episode series, we investigate some of the specific ways we are able to see Jesus in the Old Testament.
What's It All About? – Part 3
In Part 3 of this 5-episode series, we learn about the culmination of the mission Jesus was on while he was on the earth. The accomplishment of his mission is what everything in the Old Testament was foreshadowing and pointing to.
What's It All About? – Part 2
In Part 2 of this 5-episode series, we hear what one of the authors of the New Testament has to say regarding the answer to our question, after his careful investigative journalism work had been accomplished.
What's It All About? – Part 1
In this new mini podcast series, Chris Stewart explores the purpose of what we know as The Scriptures, the Holy Bible. In it, he seeks to answer the question, What is it all about?
This is Part 1 of a 5 episode series.
The Resurrection of Jesus Christ our Lord (Luke 23-24)
Easter Sunday sermon at Oasis Church, 2021
A Growing Relationship with Jesus – Luke 14:25-33
On this Sunday, Oasis Church partnered with a high school retreat at Ohio Valley Christian Assembly camp for our Sunday service. The theme for the weekend was "Growth," and so Chris Stewart preached a message on what a growing relationship with Jesus should should like.
Called To Do Ministry – Luke 4:42-5:11
Chris Stewart continues a preaching series from the Gospel of Luke.
Satan and Demons – Luke 4:31-41
Chris Stewart continues teaching from the gospel of Luke. This week we look at the encounter that Jesus had with a demonized man and discuss the importance of knowing our enemies of Satan, the world, and the flesh so that we can be prepared for their schemes.
Jesus Begins His Ministry – Luke 4:14-22
Chris Stewart preaches at Oasis Church about the very significant way Jesus chose to begin his earthly ministry.
Luke 4:1-13 – Jesus Was Tempted To Sin But Never Did
Chris Stewart preaches from Luke 4 and the temptation of Jesus.
The Baptism of Jesus – Luke 3:1-22
Chris Stewart preaches about the amazing events that occurred during the baptism of Jesus Christ.
The Boy Jesus - Luke 2:41-52
Chris Stewart preaches on the one brief bit of info that we have regarding the years of Jesus' life on earth between infancy and his adulthood ministry. There are some significant points to consider in light of the 12-year-old Jesus' incident at the temple.
What Happens After Christmas? Luke 2:22-40
Chris Stewart preaches about the next event in the infant Jesus' life, as he is brought to the temple. There is much historical and theological significance embedded in that visit.
What Is Christmas?
Give me 11 minutes to change your idea of Christmas.
Christ the Lord – Luke 2:8-21
Christmas Sunday sermon by Chris Stewart on December 20, 2020
Come Let Us Adore Him – Luke 2:1-7 (Part 2)
Chris Stewart preaches about what the virgin birth of Jesus Christ means to each one of us and asks what our response to Him will be.
Incarnation: The Birth of Jesus Christ – Luke 2:1-7
In this message, Chris Stewart gives an in-depth look at the history and theology of Jesus Christ's birth in Bethlehem.
The Greatest Man Who Ever Lived – Luke 1:57-80
Aspire to be great! Chris Stewart leads a character study on John the Baptizer, the man Jesus called the greatest, and through his example we too can learn how to be great.
OU Athletes In Action Message - John 15
From November 23, 2020. Chris Stewart encourages the student-athletes at Ohio University to "abide in Christ."
Mary's Song of Praise - Luke 1:39-56
Chris Stewart leads an in-depth look at Mary's response to the news that she will deliver and raise the Savior of the world, Immanuel. This young, teenage girl gives us one of the most theologically sound worship songs and beautiful history of God's promise and faithfulness.
Ohio Athletes In Action Message – John 14:1-6
On November 16, 2020, Chris Stewart shared a word with the Athletes In Action ministry at Ohio University. This message is based on the most significant statement that has ever been made in the history of the world, which is found in the Gospel of John chapter 14.
Mary, Mother of the Man Who Is God – Luke 1:26-38
In this sermon, we meet the woman who carried the responsibility of birthing and raising the Messiah, Jesus Christ. She is an example for us of great faith.
The Birth of John the Baptizer Foretold – Luke 1:5-25
Some 400 years before the coming of Jesus, the prophet Malachi spoke about one who would come for the purpose of announcing and preparing the way for the Lord. After 400 years of what appeared to be silence from God, it is revealed to a small-town elderly couple that they will give birth to the messenger.
Studying the Man Who Is God – Luke 1:1-4
Introduction to the Gospel of Luke, the author Luke, the man Luke, and the person to whom Luke's book is written. Like Luke, we will invest several weeks into making a careful examination of the facts surrounding the man Jesus, who claims to be God.
Enjoying Life and Glorifying God
Is it possible to glorify God by simply enjoying life? If so, how? What does that look like today? Have you ever considered the theology of pleasure? Chris Stewart takes us through the Scriptures seeking to discover the answer to these important questions.
Why Is There Suffering?
What does suffering accomplish? Is there any purpose in it? This is one of the heaviest theological questions in the history of the world. We can't break it all down in less than an hour, but we hope this message brings you confidence and strength in your own suffering.
The Tests of Life – 1 John 5
Chris Stewart wraps up the teaching series on 1 John with a list of tests for knowing and having confidence that you are truly reborn of God.
Resting In The Confidence Of His Love - 1 John 4
Chris Stewart teaches from 1 John chapter 4.
What Does "Test the Spirits" Look Like? – 1 John 4
Chris Stewart talks about what it means for Christians to live not by law, or rules, but by the Spirit of Christ. Since we are living by the Spirit, it is really important for us to understand the truth. John tells us to "test the spirits to see whether they are from God." In the message, we will look at how testing the spirits is done.
Righteousness Looks Like Love – 1 John 3
Chris Stewart continues a teaching series on the book of 1 John.
Do Not Love The World – 1 John 2:15-17
What does the Bible mean when it talks about "the world," and how can we make sure that we are not loving the world more than we love the Father? Chris picks up our series in 1 John with answers to these questions in the text.
Do Not Lose Heart – 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
This is the message from our first in-person worship service in 24 weeks during the time of the coronavirus pandemic. This church service was held outdoors at Ohio Valley Christian Assembly.
Living the Love of Jesus – 1 John 2:1-10
Living In Truth and Love – 1 John 1
Introducing John and His Letters
The Ten Commandments 10 – The Heart of the Matter: Covet
The Ten Commandments 9: Do Not Lie
The Ten Commandments 8: Do Not Steal
The Ten Commandments 7: Adultery
The Ten Commandments 6: Do Not Murder
The Ten Commandments 4: Remember the Sabbath
NOTE: We had previously skipped over this commandment in order to align "honor your father and mother" (commandment 5) with Father's Day. After this week, we will continue back in order with commandment 6.