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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…

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…

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…

When Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti launched the scholarship arm seven years ago (2016), their quest was to seek out young adults living out the virtues outlined in the Excellence In Character Scholarship program. From just reaching Tarrant County then, to expanding to Dallas County, the scholarship program is in its seventh year. This year's winne…

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 …

One of the great things about the American educational system, is the options parents have to direct the education of their children. With a variety of options that are not available in other countries, the United States spends more per student on education than any other country (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development). In this epis…

After a two year break due to the pandemic, many schools will be opening their doors to students fully for the 2022-2023 school year. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti share ten checklist for parents as they prepare for the new school year. From setting a back to school routine to seeking out counselors, it is important to both empo…

Studies show that freely giving has huge benefits- both for receivers and givers. Recipients are blessed with their needs met. Givers are blessed in their health and happiness and communities are strengthened (2010 Greater Good Project). In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question about the principle of giving and how ever…

The United States of America is a beacon to the world in many ways. In the past few weeks we have seen so many tragedies, inflation, supply chain challenges, and most recent are the responses to the SCOTUS rulings. As believers, God's Word is our beacon of life, hope, joy, peace and strength. From God's Word we can have a posture that fuels joy in …

According to the recent Census data there are an estimated 72.2 million fathers in the United States. Father's Day is June 19th same day as Juneteenth this year. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the meaning of Father's Day using the Model Prayer in the Bible (Matthew 6: 9-12) and why Juneteenth is part of American history w…

So much has and is happening in our world. With back to back tragic loss of innocent lives in Buffalo and Uvalde recently, in this episode Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti offer Biblical hope and encouragement. There is something unexplainable that happens when people pray and ingest God's Word. It's unexplainable to the human logic or reasoning. Thi…

The recent 2022 Stress in America Survey indicates that more Americans are stressed than in previous years. From supply chain challenges to the current inflation rates, many find themselves stressed out. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer three questions about what and how to bust stressors by offering some practical stress re…

Property taxes have been a hot topic for many concerned homeowners due to the continuous increase in property values in the last three years. In Texas, property taxes is a major source of revenue for local governments. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question about the what and how of property taxes. To help homeowners …

In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question about the message of Easter. They discuss the simple message of the gospel and some ways believers celebrate Easter. Even from the Easter bunny, there is a message of new life that is found only in Jesus Christ because of He rose from the dead! He is alive forevermore!…

In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question about the significance of Easter and its connection to Lent- a sacred time for Christians to prepare to celebrate Easter all over the world. Lent is a time to renew and nurture our faith in the faithful risen Lord. It's a time of renewed hope in the Living God. Christ's resurrect…

In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti welcome professional licensed counselors; Dr. Ruth Goodwin (Founder/CEO of Safe Harbor Counseling Center in Texas), Mr. Bryan McLain (retired middle school principal, now counselor) and middle school principal Mrs. Suzanne Weathers to Oasis of Hope Podcast. They answer and discuss questions on how t…

In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti welcome professional licensed counselors; Dr. Ruth Goodwin (Founder/CEO of Safe Harbor Counseling Center in Texas) and Mr. Bryan McLain (retired middle school principal, now counselor) to Oasis of Hope Podcast. They answer and discuss two questions on how today's youth can stand strong in a culture …