"The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel" (which means "God with us") --Matthew 1:23 This is one of the best seasons of the year! A time to focus on the meaning and purpose of Christ’s birth. With the onset of the Advent season (December 1- 24, 2024), as our typical focus during this time of the year, we ar…

"The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call Him Immanuel" (which means "God with us") --Matthew 1:23 This is one of the best seasons of the year! A time to focus on the meaning and purpose of Christ’s birth. With the onset of the Advent season (December 1- 24, 2024), as our typical focus during this time of the year, we ar…

This cycle of the American election is over. Now what's next? What does the wave all mean? These are the last days and God's people have a work to accomplish in this era for His kingdom. As followers of Christ, everything we live for flows from the lenses of eternity and God's infallible Word. Right now, followers of Christ have one of the greatest…

This cycle of the American election is over. Now what's next? What does the wave all mean? These are the last days and God's people have a work to accomplish in this era for His kingdom. As followers of Christ, everything we live for flows from the lenses of eternity and God's infallible Word. Right now, followers of Christ have one of the greatest…

This year's State of the Bible shows scripture (Bible) disengagement at its lowest in 14 years! The Word of God presents Christians with a solid ground to stand on in a time of "sinking sand" in our culture. From this year's annual state of the Bible by the American Bible Society, we see a decline in scripture engagement but see an increasing trans…

This year's State of the Bible shows scripture (Bible) disengagement at its lowest in 14 years! The Word of God presents Christians with a solid ground to stand on in a time of "sinking sand" in our culture. From this year's annual state of the Bible by the American Bible Society, we see a decline in scripture engagement but see an increasing trans…

Commemorating the Last Supper Jesus Christ had with His twelve disciples is a holy observation by millions of Christians around the world. As scriptures instruct, commemorating this special time is done with carefulness and intentionality. In 2 Corinthians 13:5 (Examine your selves to see whether you are in the faith; test your selves. Do you not r…

Commemorating the Last Supper Jesus Christ had with His twelve disciples is a holy observation by millions of Christians around the world. As scriptures instruct, commemorating this special time is done with carefulness and intentionality. In 2 Corinthians 13:5 (Examine your selves to see whether you are in the faith; test your selves. Do you not r…

The 2024 Summer Olympics was highly watched around the world. With one sport or the other as a favorite, the Olympics is a source of inspiration for young and old alike. Congratulations to all teams from around the world, representing their countries.The USA team came back with a total of 126 medals- 40 Gold, 44 Silver and 42 Bronze! For followers …

The last few weeks have had many heads turning about the state of the church - aka the Body of Christ. The secular world took a dive into the credibility of the church as a whole. In this episode 77 of Oasis of Hope focused on the state of the church, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti, answer some of the key questions asked in the wake of the recent…

In a ⁠2022 article by MIT Sloan Management Review⁠, Cipolli, Sull, Brighenti and Sull highlight some toxic cultural attributes of our time. These attributes permeate many areas of our culture - industries, communities, churches, schools and the list goes on. However, followers of Christ need not worry, because the Bible provides some arsenal to nav…

To date there are over 200 United States appointed ambassadors serving the interest of the United States around the world. Followers of Christ have been called by God and empowered by the Holy Spirit to represent Christ in every sphere, place, industries, communities, school, the list goes on. Christ's ambassadors represent the interest of Jesus Ch…

The Power of Forgiveness In the past ten years we have seen the rise of antisemitism across the world. Historians have credited antisemitism as the root cause of the atrocious Holocaust against Jews. This hatred was the belief system of the Nazi ideology. The Holocaust was the systematic, government launched target, persecution, brutal mistreatment…

This year Easter is in the month of March. Easter is that special time that Christians around the world celebrate the reality of the cross in their lives. If we sat down with believers from around the world and ask each one, who Jesus Christ is to him or her, we will find a common thread- Jesus saved them by His amazing grace. Jesus redeemed them b…

The month of February kicks off Black History month- which is America's history. Many feel we don't need a Black History. But we do. Black History is our history as a human race. Same thing for Latino history. African history. Native American history. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the power of love and its many benefits …

The recent press release by the American Psychological Association states that 49% of American adults indicate their stress levels are high during the holiday season between November and January. With many factors contributing to holiday stress, it is possible to experience the God kind of peace, love and joy during the holidays. In this episode, D…

Every year at Oasis Connection and Oasis Focus ministries, we receive questions from parents about their children participating in Halloween. Something that looks so harmless, yet the Bible sheds light on the deceit of darkness to ensnare people that are unaware of the spiritual implications of opening doors to demonic torments for generations to c…

According to a⁠ Barna survey⁠ conducted in 2021, many American parents are concerned about their children's spiritual development. Parents with a heart for their child's or children's relationship with God are establishing an everlasting legacy of faith. The survey explained the challenge the church is facing with "dropouts" similar to students who…

Your questions on talking board or ouija board, palm reading and more are answered in this episode. Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the new age influences targeting the next generation. Seen as harmless, these new age influences carry strong demonic influences that lead to oppression and spiritual generational bondage. This is one episode …

Wellness or well-being is critical for humans to flourish. Post-pandemic, people are searching for answers to many of their wellness questions. Data from Mental Health America indicates that over 50 million Americans are experiencing a mental illness. That's an estimated 19.9 percent of American adults experiencing one form of mental illness. God c…

Prayer is a power in itself. And when rendered from believers in Christ, prayer carries an unparalleled supernatural power. There is an irresistible power when followers of Christ fall on their knees to talk to their Creator and King. God moves on their behalf. Statistics from secular such as the National Institutes of Health, states that healing i…

Developing healthy eating habits takes discipline and commitment. We are what we eat. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti continue the discussion on developing healthy eating habits with grains and fat. The quality of food we feed our bodies matters. Our bodies need the right kind of food to live out the purposes of God. It is God's w…

Developing healthy eating habits takes discipline and commitment. We are what we eat. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss two categories of food that are essential and nutritious to the human body. Eating produce and lean protein helps the body to fight off diseases and fuel the body with the daily energy it needs. Many times,…

The axiom that we are what we eat is not only for physical nourishment but also for our spirits and minds. Through the natural realm we gain a better understanding of the spiritual (1 Corinthians 15:46). In like manner, what we train our spirits and minds to eat will determine what they get accustomed to. Similarly, it also takes discipline and pra…

As the lent season comes to a close, believers in Jesus Christ look towards Good Friday that leads into Easter Sunday. The day that commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In this episode, Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti pray prophetically for believers to experience the resurrection power of God in every area of life. Because Jesus Christ li…

Growth takes time. An oak tree takes up to twenty years to mature into an oak tree and produce acorns. An oak tree can live up to 1000 years and it starts reaching the end of its life cycle at around 700 years. Growth in life is similar- it takes time to develop strong value systems, character and become the best functioning person one is created t…

Every human being is prone to sin without the presence and help of the Holy Spirit. Unmet expectations many times leads to disappointment in relationships. This often predisposes a person when presented with the opportunity to what is called the "Judas Syndrome" as stated by Pastor Mather. Judas Iscariot was part of Jesus Christ inner circle that l…

Inner healing and freedom is possible for anyone willing to put in the hard work to be emotionally healthy. Statistics from the Boiling Point Report on mental health states that 30% have a close friend or family member who has trouble controlling their anger, 10% have trouble controlling their own anger, 80% of drivers say they have been involved i…

New Year is typically a time for resolutions. In this episode 58 of Oasis of Hope Podcast, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer and discuss the question on some tested and proven ways to kickoff the year with results. Providing some practical ways to kickoff the year, anyone can enjoy a wonderful year with some discipline and commitment. Find ou…

Merriam-Webster dictionary list the word gaslighting as 2022 word of the year. A behavior or pattern, gaslighting is all about control and a form of emotional abuse.In this special edition of Oasis of Hope Podcast, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti, welcome again to the podcast, Dr. Ruth Goodwin-CEO of Safe Harbor Counseling Center and one of her pr…

Everyone can have joy, peace and hope during one of the most hectic seasons of the year. Advent is an avenue to having these intangible gifts not just during this season, but all year round. Advent is a special time of preparing our hearts for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ-the Savior of the world. Many celebrate that at Christmas. Fr…

It's that time of year, when we take time to ponder our many blessings. Thanksgiving is a national holiday in the United States that started 1789 with a proclamation by President George Washington. More than the turkey and yummy desserts, the benefits of gratitude are immerse. The Mayo Clinic indicate that expressing gratitude is associated with a …

In this episode 54, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the alternative to Halloween. With a focal point on worship, Halleluyah Win is an intentional way to give God praise, honor and glory. Psalm 150 is a call to worship the Living God. It starts out with a declaration of worship: "Praise God in His sanctuary; praise Him in His mighty heavens…

In the era of boycotts, protests and cancel culture, how does the people of God respond? In this episode, Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti answer the question, by looking at the Bible. A culture fueled by the love of God holds a redemptive hope instead of a culture fueled by hatred. A people fueled by the love of God can rise above hatred or mob ment…

In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question about the role of the church in government. What does the Bible say to Christ followers? With examples from the lives of people in the Bible, we see that prayer and action is necessary for the church. One without the other will not be effective. With both, we see God's kingdom es…

Mentoring has a compounding effect. A 2009 Mentoring Impact report stated that 70% of Fortune 500 companies use mentoring programs as a means of employee retention and engagement. The 2022 report states that 84% of US Fortune 500 companies have mentoring programs, 100% of US Fortune 50 companies have mentoring programs and on averageUS Fortune 500 …