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"Sacred Things"2 Samuel 6:3-7Pastor Nate ClarkeJanuary 4, 2025WE'RE MOVING! Starting February 1st our Sunday morning services will be at our new permanent church home at 7339 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville VA. Join us for our GRAND OPENING services at 9am and 11am.How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAVirginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- SACRED THINGS- Do not treat sacred things as though they are common- 2 Samuel 6:6-7- You'll mismanage and miss the fullness of sacred things if you see them as common things.- Why do sacred things get treated as common? 1. We get our orders from the world, not from God - 2 Samuel 6:3a - 2. We become so familiar with them- The gathering of the church is sacred- 1 Corinthians 12:15-20- What happens at the gathered church? 1. Encouragement from the body - Hebrews 10:24-25 2. Praise & Worship - Hebrews 13:15 3. The preaching of God's Word 4. The giving of tithes and offerings 5. The teaching of the next generation - Psalm 145:3-4 6. The prayers of the righteous - James 5:15-16- Your salvation is sacred- Ephesians 2:4-5 - Psalm 51:12- “Preach the gospel to yourself every day because every day you forget the gospel.” Martin LutherOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
"At Your Word"Luke 5:1-11Kyle Van Dyke serves as an elder at Oasis ChurchDecember 28, 2025We're moving! Starting February 1st our Sunday morning services will be at our new permanent church home at 7339 Atlee Road in Mechanicsville VA.How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAVirginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- At Your Word- Luke 5:1-11 (NIV)- Verse 1 – Hunger for the Word of God- Verse 2 – Washing nets- Verse 3 – Jesus gets in Simon's boat- Verse 4 and 5 – Jesus' command and Simon's reluctant response- Verse 6 and 7 – Jesus fills the nets- Jesus does not ask us for our skills but to surrender to his commands.- Verse 8 – Simon's realization- Isaiah 6:1-8 (NIV)- Verse 9 – Astonishment- Verse 10 – Jesus' invitation- Verse 11 – True discipleship- True discipleship is not leaving because you have nothing but leaving even when you have everything.- Psalm 19:7-11 (NIV)Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
How should we live until Christ returns?1. Worship God!2. Focus on Jesus!3. Anchor in the truth!4. Live expectantly! --------DAILY DEVOTIONAL WITH RON MOOREGet Ron's Daily Devotional to your inbox each morning; visit biblechapel.org/devo.CAREGIVINGDo you have a need we can pray for? Do you need someone to walk alongside you? Do you know of another person who needs care? Let us know at caregiving@biblechapel.org.GROWTH TRACKWe all have a next step - what's yours? To learn more about our Growth Track and to take your next step, biblechapel.org/connect.
Why do we still worship God after Christmas? We do it because he continually builds and heals His people, governs the world in wisdom and power, and sustains His covenant people eternally.
Romans 10:9 NIV“If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”
"Prepare your Worship"Matthew 2:1-12Advent SeriesPastor Nate ClarkeDecember 21, 2025Christmas Eve Candlelight service is Wednesday, December 24th at 4:30pmHow should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAVirginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- Matthew 2:1-12- Prepare Your Worship- King Herod (this is the first response to Jesus)- Matthew 2:2-3- King Herod: open hatred and hostility toward God- A hostile heart toward God has their misconceived lordship and realities threatened by God's ultimate truth and Lordship.- Acts 9:1-5- Priest & Scribes (this is the second response to Jesus)- Matthew 2:4-5- Priest & Scribes: Indifference towards God; maintained religious respectability- An indifferent heart toward God can often answer about God, but is not concerned about answering to God.- The wise men (this is the third response to Jesus)- Matthew 2:1, 9-10- Wise men: hungry & worshipful hearts- A hungry heart will look to see God. Those who see God will worship God. Those who worship God will bring their best to Him.- Gold: kingship, royalty, authority- “Before he mounts the throne, friends bring him presents, and his enemies compass his death.” Charles Spurgeon- Frankincense: God with us, divinity (Exodus 30:34-38)- Hebrews 4:14-15- Myrrh: death, suffering savior (John 19:39)- Isaiah 53:4-7- Is your worship more of a reflection of you or a reflection of who Jesus is?Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
In this sermon, Pastor Cody unpacks the second commandment: "You shall not make for yourself an idol."We hope you enjoyed this sermon! To learn more about our ministry, you can visit us at the Harvest Plains website.Harvest Plains Church is a small church plant located in Mapleton, North Dakota. Our heart is to bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to our local communities, and to build disciples with Bible-centered preaching. If you're near Mapleton or the Fargo/Moorhead area, we'd love to have you join us!
Matthew 2:16-23
The sermon centers on the profound truth that God's nature is love, and His redemptive work in Christ calls for a reciprocal love from His people. Drawing from Ephesians, 1 John, and the Song of Solomon, it emphasizes that the church is the beloved bride of Christ, called out of the world to a life of devotion, purity, and unity. The love of God, demonstrated in Christ's sacrifice, is the foundation of all Christian relationships—within marriage, the church, and with one another—and demands a response of selfless service, humility, and spiritual renewal. The message calls believers to leave behind worldly distractions, cultivate inner stillness, and live in continual communion with God, knowing that true life is found in loving Him because He first loved us. Ultimately, the church is being sanctified and prepared as a glorious, spotless bride, destined for eternal union with Christ, a reality that shapes both present devotion and future hope.
This sermon presents Mary as a model of holistic worship, emphasizing three interconnected ways she glorified God: through her body, soul, and spirit. It underscores that true worship involves consecrating the physical self as a living sacrifice, honoring God's design for modesty, self-control, and purity, as taught in Scripture. Mary's spiritual depth is highlighted by her declaration, 'My soul doth magnify the Lord,' illustrating the importance of nurturing the soul through prayer, Scripture, and a deep, abiding relationship with God. Her joy in God as her Saviour reveals a spirit fully surrendered, where emotions, thoughts, and will are aligned with divine truth, reflecting the biblical call to worship in spirit and truth. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to pursue wholeness—body, soul, and spirit—sanctified by God's peace, becoming complete in Christ, not perfect, but yielded and transformed.
This sermon presents Mary as a model of holistic worship, emphasizing three interconnected ways she glorified God: through her body, soul, and spirit. It underscores that true worship involves consecrating the physical self as a living sacrifice, honoring God's design for modesty, self-control, and purity, as taught in Scripture. Mary's spiritual depth is highlighted by her declaration, 'My soul doth magnify the Lord,' illustrating the importance of nurturing the soul through prayer, Scripture, and a deep, abiding relationship with God. Her joy in God as her Saviour reveals a spirit fully surrendered, where emotions, thoughts, and will are aligned with divine truth, reflecting the biblical call to worship in spirit and truth. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to pursue wholeness—body, soul, and spirit—sanctified by God's peace, becoming complete in Christ, not perfect, but yielded and transformed.
"Prepare your Schedule"Luke 2:5-7; Luke 3:3-6Advent SeriesPastor Nate ClarkeDecember 14, 2025Christmas Eve Candlelight service is Wednesday, December 24th at 4:30pmHow should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAVirginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- Luke 2:5-7- Luke 3:3-6- Prepare Your Schedule- “If the devil cannot make you bad, he will make you busy.” Corrie Boom- Galatians 5:22-23- “Busy is not godly. Busyness can be an ego trip; it can be showing off. We want to appear indispensable.” Elisabeth Elliot- “Beware of the barrenness of a busy life.” Oswald Chambers- Busy: - frantic - reactive - hurried- Mark 5:22-34- Full: - Intentional - Prepared - Selective- “We must allow ourselves to be interrupted by God.” Dietrich Bonhoeffer- Luke 10:38-42- Luke 2:5-7- Luke 3:4- Luke 3:5-6- God will find a place to reveal Himself. Will He find it in your life or have to go elsewhere?Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
In this sermon, Pastor Cody unpacks the first commandment: "You shall have no other gods before me."We hope you enjoyed this sermon! To learn more about our ministry, you can visit us at the Harvest Plains website.Harvest Plains Church is a small church plant located in Mapleton, North Dakota. Our heart is to bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to our local communities, and to build disciples with Bible-centered preaching. If you're near Mapleton or the Fargo/Moorhead area, we'd love to have you join us!
"Prepare your Heart"Luke 2:15-18; - Mark 3:7-12Advent SeriesPastor Nate ClarkeDecember 7, 2025How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAVirginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- Luke 2:15-18- Mark 3:7-12- Advent: Prepare Your Heart- Advent: ‘arrival' or ‘appearance'- Advent: a season of preparation to remember the first coming of Jesus, his birth in Bethlehem, and the future return of Jesus, his promised return as king.- Jesus was drawing people to himself then, and Jesus is drawing people to himself now.- Luke 2:15- Mark 3:8- Mark 3:10- Matthew 8:27 (NLT)- Mark 3:9- Jesus does the drawing and Jesus does the saving, but he invites his disciples into the facilitating.- Jesus doesn't just hear the confession of our mouth, but he knows the motive of our heart.- Mark 3:11- Mark 5:2, 7- Just because a true thing is being said doesn't mean a pure thing is being done.- Matthew 16:15-16- Demon's confession: - It was factual, but their life was unfruitful - Acknowledged Jesus' authority, yet sought to rebel against it - They knew who Jesus was, and they didn't want him.- James 2:19- Peter's confession: - Formed by the Spirit and spoken out of friendship - Spoken in faith and trust, not in fear - Sought to submit to and honor the authority of Jesus, not rebel against it- Mark 3:12- Matthew 15:8- 2 Chronicles 16:9a- Matthew 16:17-18- The question is not just do you say, “JESUS IS LORD” but do you say it as a rebel who has to or as a child who chooses to?- Matthew 7:21- Romans 10:9-10Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
Each week at Alderwood Community Church, we open the scriptures and explore what it means to Follow Jesus Together in our everyday lives. In this message, Pastor Wyatt Martin continues our series, David: Light the Flame, A study in 1 and 2 Samuel. Whether you're part of the Alderwood family or joining us from afar, we pray this teaching encourages you to take your next step toward Jesus.
"Childlike, Not Childish"Mathew 18:1-4Guest Pastor Casey SteenNovember 30, 2025Pastor Casey's previous message at Oasis: https://youtu.be/HeB-D4F-lysHave you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureWhy we tithe: https://youtu.be/GEBQV8j2e7UHow should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAHow to VOTE BIBLICALLY - highlighting Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8Should Christians pay attention to POLITICS? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04SERMON NOTES:- Mark 12:30- Childlike, Not Childish- Hebrews 11:6 “without faith it is impossible to please God.”- Mathew 18:1-4- Luke 18:17- The kingdom of God is not built on achievement—it's received through astonishment.- 1. ChildLIKE Faith is full of Wonder and Awe, it's not unresponsive and apathetic. - Exodus 15:11- Hebrews 12:28-29- Psalm 139:14- Self Reflection: Have I lost my sense of Wonder and Awe?- 2. ChildLIKE Faith is full of Faith and Trust, not disbelief and suspicion.- Hebrews 11:1- Hebrews 11:6- Currency of heaven - Matthew 9:29- Matthew 15:28- Mark 11:22-24- Matthew 9:22- “…because the more you understand of the character of God, the more utterly inconsistent with rational thought it would be that God would ever deceive you, because His track record is perfectly consistent.” —R.C. Sproul- Self Reflection: Where can I trust God more and have greater faith?- 3: ChildLIKE Faith is full of Humility and Gratitude, not selfishness and entitlement.- “When we have conquered ourselves, we have conquered all” —Charles Spurgeon- Because self-love turns everything inward. But biblical love is outward.- 1 Corinthians 13:5- Luke 18:9–14- James 4:6- Matthew 23:12- Proverbs 16:18- Childlike faith is not childish faith. Being ChildLIKE resonates with and embraces the neediness, dependency, and smallness of those who understand their place in the kingdom of God. ChildISH simply put, is one who refuses to grow up and thinks everything is about THEM.- Self Reflection: What areas of my life have I become selfish and entitled? Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
"Money Test"Luke 16:1-15Pastor Nate ClarkeNovember 23, 2025Why we tithe: https://youtu.be/GEBQV8j2e7UHow should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAHow to VOTE BIBLICALLY - highlighting Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8Should Christians pay attention to POLITICS? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- Luke 16:1-15- Money Test- Are you prepared to give an account?- Luke 16:1-2- Are you working for temporal or eternal impact?- Luke 16:8-9- Based on how you handle worldly wealth, are you qualified to handle true riches?- Luke 16:10-12- Worldly Wealth: very little Eternal things: True riches- What master are you serving?- Luke 16:13- Both masters - demand your ultimate trust - shape your decision making - claim your heart- Money promises what only God can give: safety, comfort, power, happiness, freedom.- If God is your master, money is a tool. If money is your master, God becomes a tool.- When God looks at your heart, what does he see?- Luke 16:14-15Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
We finished our Essentials series this week focusing on what life looks like when we worship God and not comfort.
Twenty Fourth Week after PentecostText: Mark 12:28-34; Revelation 4-5Access the Order of Worship hereAccess the Music Booklet here
This is message 25 in The Names of God Series There Is None Like Thee, O Lord Jeremiah 10:1-25 The living God stands alone above every power, belief, and man-made system, and there is none like Him. He is the Creator who formed all things, the King who rules over the nations, and the Judge whose authority cannot be challenged. Every false hope collapses before Him, every idol is exposed as empty, and every life is measured by His truth. He alone hears, speaks, saves, and corrects, and the only right response is to trust Him, submit to Him, and worship Him as the one true and everlasting God. Don't forget to download our app for more from the Riverview Baptist Church. http://onelink.to/rbcapp Find more at https://riverviewbc.com/ Donate through Pushpay https://pushpay.com/pay/riverviewbc
By Paul Moody - As we approach Thanksgiving, a day our nation sets aside to acknowledge God's blessings, Scripture reminds us that gratitude is far more than a feeling; it is an act of worship. While society drifts towards entitlement and unthankfulness, God's people are called not only to be thankful, but to "give
"Kingdom Generosity"2 Corinthians 8; 9Pastor Nate ClarkeNovember 16, 2025Why we tithe: https://youtu.be/GEBQV8j2e7UHow should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAHow to VOTE BIBLICALLY - highlighting Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8Should Christians pay attention to POLITICS? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- 2 Corinthians 8:1-12- 2 Corinthians 9:6-11- Kingdom Generosity- Kingdom generosity is primarily about surrendering yourself to God and secondarily about surrendering your finances.- 2 Corinthians 8:5- 2 Corinthians 8:19b- 2 Corinthians 9:7- 2 Corinthians 8:9- Kingdom generosity is primarily about service and worship to God and secondarily a financial transaction.- Words used by Paul to describe giving: - Grace (8:1) - Privilege (8:4) - Service (8:4, 18) - Act of grace (8:6) - Thanks to God (9:12)- Kingdom generosity is first the desire to give, then the act of giving.- 2 Corinthians 8:4, 8, 10- 2 Corinthians 8:11-12- Kingdom generosity should be ambitious- 2 Corinthians 8:7- Kingdom generosity should be regular - 1 Corinthians 16:2- Kingdom generosity should be planned- 1 Corinthians 16:2- Kingdom giving should be proportional - 1 Corinthians 16:2- “Rich men owe God a large tribute and poor men have no reason to be ashamed if what they give is small.” Calvin- Kingdom giving should be private - Matthew 6:2-3- Everywhere you see God moving, behind it you will find a group of people funding it. Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
Worship without justice is offensive to God. Join us today as Zach W. Lambert teaches from the book of Amos about God's desire that all spirituality is accompanied by justice work.We live-stream every Sunday at 9:30am CT. If you'd like to connect with Restore, go to www.restoreaustin.org/connect.Resources Referenced:The South Africa Kairos Document - 1985What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July? by Frederick Douglass
(31-08-2025) 万国来敬拜全能的神 Nations worship God almighty by CCC Sermons
When life feels out of control, can we still trust that God is in control? This week, Pastor Steve continues our study on God's Sovereignty, exploring what it truly means to trust God when life doesn't make sense. From Job to Joseph, Scripture reminds us that nothing happens apart from the counsel of God—and yet, God doesn't cause everything to happen. We live in a broken world, but we can choose to: 1️⃣ Worship God when we don't understand, 2️⃣ Believe there's something bigger underway, and 3️⃣ Be patient and faithful as His plan unfolds. As we abide in Christ and trust His love, plan, and justice, we can rest in the truth that our Sovereign God is always in control.
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"A Christian Budget"Leviticus 19:9-10Pastor Nate ClarkeNovember 9, 2025Why we tithe: https://youtu.be/GEBQV8j2e7UHow should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAHow to VOTE BIBLICALLY - highlighting Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8Should Christians pay attention to POLITICS? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- Leviticus 19:9-10- A Christian Budget- You can't have an unhealthy relationship with money and be a healthy Christian.- Don't be stingy- Leviticus 19:9- Don't be recklessly foolish, but don't be stingy- Leave room for a neighbor in need- Leave room for the less fortunate in the body of Christ- Galatians 6:10- John 13:34-35- Romans 15:25-27- 2 Corinthians 8:1-3- Generosity Flow: Tithe —> Your household —> Church family in need —> neighbor in need- Socialism: property, production, and wealth are owned and controlled by the government who attempts to equally distribute the wealth amongst its population.- Kingdom: God gives and entrust wealth and blessings to individuals (Matthew 25, Deuteronomy 28) who are commanded to steward that wealth for the blessing of people and the advancement of God's Kingdom.- 2 Corinthians 8:3- Socialism: Envy and forced political confiscation Kingdom: Rewards, stewardship, and individual free-will generosity- Leave room for emergencies- Proverbs 21:20- Leave some for your children- Proverbs 13:22- Proverbs 13:11- Enjoy your money!- Ecclesiastes 5:19 ESV- Christian Budget - Tithe - Don't be stingy - Leave room for a neighbor in need - Leave room for the less fortunate in the body of Christ - Leave room for emergencies - Leave some for your children - Enjoy it!- Proverbs 11:24-25Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
In this sermon, Pastor Keith reminds us that before we question God's providence, we remember His promise. From Psalm 89:1–18, we see that even in seasons of darkness and disappointment, God's steadfast love and faithfulness remain unshaken. His covenant, His power, and His people all testify that He has not failed. Through Christ, the true Son of David, we can worship still—trusting that His rule is righteous, His promises sure, and His presence our joy.
"The Divine Pursuit"Genesis 24The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, GodGuest Pastor Casey SteenNovember 2, 2025How to VOTE BIBLICALLY - highlighting Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAShould Christians pay attention to POLITICS? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futurePastor Casey's previous message at Oasis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUlUW09BSNUSERMON NOTES:- Genesis 24- The Divine Pursuit- This is the story of how God Pursues YOU. Abraham → God the Father Isaac → God the Son Rebekah → The Church, the Bride The Servant → The Holy Spirit, sent to call, invite, draw, and bring home the Bride.- 1 Corinthians 15:26- THE FATHER DESIRES A BRIDE FOR HIS SON Genesis 24:1–9- 1) Abraham Sends His Servant “No one can come to me unless the Father draws him.” — John 6:44- 2) The Servant Has One Mission Bring the Bride to the Son. “He will glorify Me.” — John 16:14- THE SPIRIT WORKS TO REVEAL THE BRIDE - Genesis 24:10–61- R.C. Sproul: “The work of salvation is not a negotiation between God and man; it is a sovereign initiative of divine grace.”- Charles Spurgeon: “Prayer is the slender nerve that moves the muscle of omnipotence.”- THE SERVANT SPEAKS OF THE SON (v. 22–49)- “He will not speak of himself… He will glorify me.” (John 16:13–14)- If a “spiritual experience” does not lead you to love Jesus more — It was not the Holy Spirit.- THE BRIDE SAYS YES (v. 50–61) Just as we love Jesus, whom we have not yet seen (1 Peter 1:8). Faith is not merely believing in God. Faith is leaving everything to belong to Him.- THE BRIDE MEETS THE SON (v. 62–67)A love story where God gets His Bride.Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Philippe Sterling and Sam Marr are answering a question about worship. How should we worship the Lord? Actions, thoughts, words, emotions, conversations, music, tears, demonstration, giving, devotion – which weighs the heaviest? What does it mean to “Worship God in spirit and in truth?” Please listen to
Welcome to the 31st sermon in our series on the books of 1 & 2 Samuel. In the books of 1&2 Samuel, God grants his people a king, but it doesn't go the way they think it will go. Power is something every person craves, but does it ever deliver what we hope it will deliver? In God's story, power is a crucible that enables, lifts up, reveals and exposes. It is God's to grant and ours to either steward or worship…one leads to life, the other to destruction. Join us through the books of 1&2 Samuel as we look at the stories of prophets, kings and peasants being shaped and formed by God's crucible of power.
"Your Most Important Day"Genesis 23The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, GodPastor Nate ClarkeOctober 26, 2025How to VOTE BIBLICALLY - highlighting Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAShould Christians pay attention to POLITICS? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- Genesis 23- Your Most Important Day- Hebrews 9:27- 1 Corinthians 15:26- Genesis 3:4- “Begin with the end in mind.” Steven Covey, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People- Live your life by faith with eternity in mind.- Matthew 16:25- The most important day of your marriage is the last day.- Sarah walked by faith- 1 Peter 3:6- Sarah was beautiful and modest- Genesis 12:11- 1 Peter 3:3-6- Modesty: knowing the difference between private and public, inside and outside, male and female. - Proverbs 31:30- Sarah heard from the Lord- Proverbs 18:22- Behind a great godly man of faith, you can often find a great godly woman of faith.- Abraham had a vision for his wife- Genesis 23:9- Genesis 13:18- Abraham wasn't cheap regarding his most valuable earthly asset (his wife).- Genesis 23:11-16- John 12:2-3- Abraham wanted to leave a legacy- Sarah (Genesis 23) Abraham (Genesis 25:9) Isaac and Rebekah (Genesis 49:31) Leah (Genesis 49:31) Jacob (Genesis 50:13)- Proverbs 13:22- 2 Timothy 1:5- “Die before you die, there is no chance after.” CS LewisOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Henrico on the north side of Richmond, VA.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.onlineOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ecclesiastes 5&6 preached on October 26th for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ecclesiastes 5&6 preached on October 26th for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
554. The Worship God Rejects - Minister Toki Numbere - Renew Conference 2025 by City Church Lagos
"Better Together"2 Timothy 1:1-7Guest Pastor Ray McQueen of Family Life Church in Lynchburg, VAOctober 19, 2025Renovations have begun on our new church building!https://www.oasischurch.online/futureHow to VOTE BIBLICALLY - highlighting Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAShould Christians pay attention to POLITICS? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04SERMON NOTES:2 Timothy 1:1-7- Connect Commune Communicate - Divine Relationships will shift your life when you are open.- 3 Reasons Why We Are Better Together - 1. Because We Need One Another - Relationships account for 80% of happiness. - Acts 16:22-26 NLT - Ecclesiastes 4:8-12 NLT - 2. Because you are loved and cared for. - Romans 12:15 NIV - Mark 10:29-30 NKJV - Galatians 6:10 TPT - 3. Because we receive a word from the Lord from the same fountain. - I Peter 2:2 TPT - 2 Corinthians 4:13 NKJVOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
"The Test of Faith"Genesis 22:1-19The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, GodPastor Nate ClarkeOctober 12, 2025How to VOTE BIBLICALLY - highlighting Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAShould Christians pay attention to POLITICS? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- Genesis 22:1-19- The Test of Faith- The devil will tempt you to destroy you. God will test you to prove and strengthen your faith. - Are you more focused on the promise or the giver of the promise? - Romans 1:25- Genesis 22:1- Genesis 22:3 - Hebrews 11:17-19- It's all about worship - Genesis 22:5- "Obey God and leave the consequences to Him." —George Stanley- Is there anything in your life not available to God? - Genesis 22:2 - You're not really blessed until you can give it away. - When God ask you for something, it's rarely about that thing. - Do you know Jehovah Jireh?- Genesis 22:8- Genesis 22:11-14- You can hear about Jehovah Jireh anywhere, but the only place you get to know Him is on the mountain at the altar.Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Imagining the ChurchRevelation 19:6-10 (ESV)6 Then I heard what seemed to be the voice of a great multitude, like the roar of many waters and like the sound of mighty peals of thunder, crying out,“Hallelujah!For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns.7 Let us rejoice and exult and give him the glory,for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his Bride has made herself ready;8 it was granted her to clothe herself with fine linen, bright and pure”—for the fine linen is the righteous deeds of the saints.9 And the angel said to me, “Write this: Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.” And he said to me, “These are the true words of God.” 10 Then I fell down at his feet to worship him, but he said to me, “You must not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers who hold to the testimony of Jesus. Worship God.” For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.Sermon OutlineThe picture of the church as a bride (v7) helps us see that the message of God's love is profound (and includes commitment, sacrifice, joy)1. The Marriage Supper v9 “blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper…”v6 “the Lord, our God… reigns”, v7 “for the marriage… has come”2. The Lamb v7 “marriage of the lamb” (cf v9)v10 “the testimony of Jesus”v10 “he fell down to worship”3. The Linen Garment v7 “the bride has made herself ready”v8 “it was granted her to clothe herself with fine linen… the righteous deeds of the saints”v7 “let us rejoice”Prayer of ConfessionOur loving God, you have been faithful to us, but we have not been faithful to you. We have taken you for granted. We have assumed a contractual relationship where we have served you in exchange for things we want from you. We have presumed upon your patience by persisting in what you have warned us not to do. We have failed to trust you. We have sinned in ways that have dishonored people whom you have made. Forgive all of our sins. Wash us clean. Show us again your grace and favor, as we strive to put off the old ways and put on what is fitting for those awaiting the great celebration you have invited us to. We pray this through Christ, the one who loved us and who alone is worthy. Amen.Questions for ReflectionDo you find the message of God's love appealing? What skepticism, cynicism, fear or incredulity do you have towards this message? Why?Does it feel like you relate to God under a contract (a practical relationship, a sense of duty, a foundation of exchange, etc.) or a covenant (a personal commitment, a desire to be faithful, a foundation of love)? How does your framework shape your expectations, your experience of God, your interpretation of life events, etc.?Does love typically include joy, commitment and sacrifice? Are all three necessary? Are they always present? What else does real love need?Why is it important to recognize that God is patient and faithful with unfaithful people?Why is Jesus pictured as a lamb in the book of Revelation? What other passages of the Bible help you understand why Jesus is the “lamb of God”?How is a marriage celebration a helpful image for understanding where God is leading history? What does the metaphor of the church as a bride imply about how we are to live? What does it look like to get changed/dressed if the garment is “righteous deeds”? Do you believe the future is hopeful, and that a joyous occasion awaits? Why or why not? How are you currently affected by what you believe about the future?
Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Imagining the ChurchRevelation 19:6-10 (ESV)6 Then I heard what seemed to be the voice of a great multitude, like the roar of many waters and like the sound of mighty peals of thunder, crying out,“Hallelujah!For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns.7 Let us rejoice and exult and give him the glory,for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his Bride has made herself ready;8 it was granted her to clothe herself with fine linen, bright and pure”—for the fine linen is the righteous deeds of the saints.9 And the angel said to me, “Write this: Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.” And he said to me, “These are the true words of God.” 10 Then I fell down at his feet to worship him, but he said to me, “You must not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers who hold to the testimony of Jesus. Worship God.” For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.Sermon OutlineThe picture of the church as a bride (v7) helps us see that the message of God's love is profound (and includes commitment, sacrifice, joy)1. The Marriage Supper v9 “blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper…”v6 “the Lord, our God… reigns”, v7 “for the marriage… has come”2. The Lamb v7 “marriage of the lamb” (cf v9)v10 “the testimony of Jesus”v10 “he fell down to worship”3. The Linen Garment v7 “the bride has made herself ready”v8 “it was granted her to clothe herself with fine linen… the righteous deeds of the saints”v7 “let us rejoice”Prayer of ConfessionOur loving God, you have been faithful to us, but we have not been faithful to you. We have taken you for granted. We have assumed a contractual relationship where we have served you in exchange for things we want from you. We have presumed upon your patience by persisting in what you have warned us not to do. We have failed to trust you. We have sinned in ways that have dishonored people whom you have made. Forgive all of our sins. Wash us clean. Show us again your grace and favor, as we strive to put off the old ways and put on what is fitting for those awaiting the great celebration you have invited us to. We pray this through Christ, the one who loved us and who alone is worthy. Amen.Questions for ReflectionDo you find the message of God's love appealing? What skepticism, cynicism, fear or incredulity do you have towards this message? Why?Does it feel like you relate to God under a contract (a practical relationship, a sense of duty, a foundation of exchange, etc.) or a covenant (a personal commitment, a desire to be faithful, a foundation of love)? How does your framework shape your expectations, your experience of God, your interpretation of life events, etc.?Does love typically include joy, commitment and sacrifice? Are all three necessary? Are they always present? What else does real love need?Why is it important to recognize that God is patient and faithful with unfaithful people?Why is Jesus pictured as a lamb in the book of Revelation? What other passages of the Bible help you understand why Jesus is the “lamb of God”?How is a marriage celebration a helpful image for understanding where God is leading history? What does the metaphor of the church as a bride imply about how we are to live? What does it look like to get changed/dressed if the garment is “righteous deeds”? Do you believe the future is hopeful, and that a joyous occasion awaits? Why or why not? How are you currently affected by what you believe about the future?
"The Test of Departure"Genesis 21:8-21The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, GodPastor Nate ClarkeOctober 5, 2025How to VOTE BIBLICALLY - highlighting Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAShould Christians pay attention to POLITICS? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- Genesis 21:8-21- The Test of Departure- Salvation from God- Genesis 21:12-14- Galatians 4:22-23- Galatians 4:28-31- Galatians 5:24- Romans 8:3-4- Trust in God- Genesis 21:12- Genesis 21:14- Ishmael: - Loved by Abraham - Produced by Abraham - Assurance for Abraham (back up plan)- Walking by faith is being willing to part with anything that God says to let go of- Luke 9:59-62- Matthew 19:29- The provision of God- Genesis 21:13- Genesis 21:14- Genesis 21:15-16- Genesis 21:17-19- “Believer, though all things are apparently against you, rest assured that God has made a reservation on your behalf; in the rolls of your grief there is a saving clause. Somehow He will deliver you, and somewhere He will provide for you. Your rescue may come from a very unexpected source, but help will definitely come in your extremity, and you will magnify the name of the Lord. If men do not feed you, ravens will; and if the earth does not yield wheat, heaven will drop mana.” Charles SpurgeonOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Henrico on the north side of Richmond, VA.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.onlineOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
"The God of Promise"Genesis 21:1-7The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, GodPastor Nate ClarkeSeptember 28, 2025Biblical Guide to getting involved in Politics & Culture https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8How should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAShould Christians pay attention to POLITICS? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04Have you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- Genesis 21:1-7- The God of Promise- God is faithful and gracious to fulfill His promises- Genesis 21:1-2- visited: “to act decisively, to intervene, to attend to, or act on behalf of”- 2 Corinthians 1:20a- Numbers 23:19- God fulfills His promises in His perfect timing- Genesis 21:2- Romans 5:6- 2 Peter 3:9- God fulfills His promises against all hope- Romans 4:18-19 - Luke 1:37 NKJV- Matthew 19:26- God's faithfulness and grace turns our doubt into obedient faith- Genesis 17:17- Genesis 18:12- Genesis 16:1-2- Genesis 21:3-4- James 2:17-19- God's faithfulness and grace brings us surprising joy- Genesis 21:6-7- Luke 2:10- Psalm 126:1-2- 1 Chronicles 16:27- Nehemiah 8:10- Nehemiah 12:43- Psalm 16:11- Psalm 21:6- Psalm 32:11- Psalm 71:23- Isaiah 12:3- Acts 13:52Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/
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"For the Welfare of the City: 2025 Election Sermon"Biblical Guide to getting involved in Politics & Culture - highlighting Virginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & MarriageJeremiah 29:4-9Pastor Nate ClarkeSeptember 21, 20252024 Election Sermon: How should Christians think about POLITICAL Issues? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04The government has gone out of its lane:https://youtu.be/Kd9ZG5pMYFIHave you heard the news about the FUTURE of Oasis Church?https://www.oasischurch.online/futureSERMON NOTES:- For the Welfare of the City: 2025 Election Sermon- Be involved civically by voting biblical values Be involved prayerfully by praying God's Word over our state- Should a Christian care or be involved in the politics / culture of the day?- Policies shape a society, societies shape a people, and God cares deeply about people.- Jeremiah 29:7- Jeremiah 29:5-6- Any space a Christian doesn't stand in, the enemy will gladly fill. - Objection: “People in the Bible didn't try to involve their faith in the politics of the day.” Response: In whatever way possible given their cultural context, faithful Christians have always strove to advance the work of God in the earth in any avenue they could. - “We are now called upon to exercise one of the privileges and duties which go with liberty, let no man be neglectful of it. Every God fearing man should give his vote with as much devotion as he prays.” Charles Spurgeon- Matthew 5:13- “I long for the day when the precepts of the Christian religion shall be the rule among all classes of men, in all transactions! …” Charles Spurgeon- What is on the ballot this fall in Virginia?- vavoterguide.com - LIFE- Virginia Constitutional Amendment HJ1 - Abortion up to the moment of birth for any reason - Babies left to die on the table if they survive an abortion attempt. Medical care not legally required by doctors. - No parental consent or knowledge needed for a minor to receive abortion. - “reproductive freedom” umbrella to not just include women to allow sterilization surgeries for minors who are gender confused - 103% increase of abortions in VA last 6 years. Virginia will become the Abortion Capital destination- Genesis 1:27- Jeremiah 1:5- Psalm 139:13-16- FAMILY: MARRIAGE & IDENTITY- Virginia Constitutional Amendment HJ9 - Creates a “sex” and “gender” distinction that will pressure schools, businesses, churches, and government to adopt policies that conflict with biological reality - Reduces marriage to a source of happiness and eliminates language that shows obligations and benefits to biblical marriage. - Provides no exemption clause for religious exemption or personal conscience - Objection: “Christians only care about certain issues.” Response: All issues are not created equal. If the foundation is destroyed, whatever is built upon it won't last.- Be involved civically by voting biblical values Be involved prayerfully by praying God's Word- 2 Chronicles 7:14- 1 Timothy 2:1-5- “He who converts his neighbor has performed the most practical Christian-political act of all.” CS LewisOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/