OAG Podcast

The weekly adult Sunday School class at OAG taught by long time teacher, Mrs. Jeanie Davis. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title : Faithful in Babylon: Lessons from the Book of Daniel Summary : An exploration of Daniel Chapter 1 that draws on archaeological evidence, the meaning of biblical names, and the story of four young men who held fast to...

Summary : Suffering has purpose when connected to the gospel, and true spiritual maturity comes from understanding that Christ lives within us and empowers us to labor with Him rather than striving alone or waiting passively. Series: Colossians Title :  Part 5: The Power, the Purpose, the Pursuit Date : 4/15/26, 6:30pm, Wednesday Bible Study Speaker : Pastor Jeff Booth Approximate Outline : 00:00...

A weekly class at OAG taught by Chaplain Lou Parker. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title :  Solomon's Divided Heart Summary : An examination of King Solomon's spiritual decline from wisdom and devotion to compromise through wealth, foreign marriages, and divided loyalties. Approximate Lesson Outline: 00:00 - Introduction 02:26 - Why God...

Summary : God designed family from the beginning as a reflection of His own relational nature, and when we allow Him to be the builder and follow His biblical blueprint, our families become gifts that bless the world around us. Series: Family Matters Title :  Part 1 - Blessing our Burden Date : 4/12/26, 10am, Sunday Sermon Speaker : Pastor Tom Van Kempen Approximate Outline : 00:00 - Introduction...

The weekly adult Sunday School class at OAG taught by long time teacher, Mrs. Jeanie Davis. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title : The Narrow Gate: Full Commitment to Christ Summary : A teaching on Matthew 7 emphasizing that salvation requires complete commitment to Christ, not just religious activity, and encourages believers to trust God's...

Summary : This message reveals how Christ took our place on the cross to reconcile us to God, transforming us from enemies into forgiven children who must now stay anchored in that truth rather than drifting back to old identities. Series: Colossians Title :  Part 4: I Can't Go Back Date : 4/8/26, 6:30pm, Wednesday Bible Study Speaker : Pastor Scott Anderson Approximate Outline : # YouTube Cha...

A weekly class at OAG taught by Chaplain Lou Parker. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title :  The Reliability of the Gospel: Historical Evidence for the Death, Burial, and Resurrection of Jesus Summary : An exploration of the core gospel message—Christ's death, burial, and resurrection—supported by early historical sources and eyewitness acco...

Summary : Easter reveals God's overwhelming love through Jesus's death and resurrection, offering every person the choice to accept forgiveness and freedom from sin, shame, and death. Title :  You're The Reason Date : 4/5/26, 10am Easter Sunday Speaker : Pastor Tom Van Kempen Approximate Outline : 00:00 - Welcome and Introduction 05:15 - God's Overwhelming Love 08:30 - Worship: Tha...

The weekly adult Sunday School class at OAG taught by long time teacher, Mrs. Jeanie Davis. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title : Now Is Your Time: The Resurrection and Our Personal Call Summary : A powerful Easter message about recognizing God's personal love, overcoming excuses, and stepping into immediate action for ministry instead of w...

Summary : The cross transformed from an instrument of pain, humiliation, and death into the means of healing, exaltation, and eternal victory for all who believe. Title :  Ironies of the Cross Date : 4/1/26 Speaker : Pastor Tom Van Kempen Approximate Outline : 00:00 - Welcome and Introduction 01:00 - The Ancient Tanabre Service 03:00 - Knowing the End of the Story 04:00 - Irony #1: From Pain to He...

Summary : Worship is far more than singing—it's the complete surrender of your life to God through prayer, giving, service, and communion, which releases spiritual power and freedom when you humble yourself before Him. This episode includes the entire service, worship and all, as it's all a part of the First Wednesday Experience. Series: First Wednesday Title :  Worthy Date : 4/1/26, 6:30p...

A weekly class at OAG taught by Chaplain Lou Parker. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title :  The Messy Reality of Jesus' Death and Burial Summary : An exploration of the historical, medical, and cultural realities surrounding the crucifixion and burial of Jesus, revealing how his body was considered unclean and ineligible for proper burial a...

Summary : Because the end of all things is near, believers must retire the "someday" strategy and adopt a "now" mindset by living with urgency, loving fervently, and actively serving others through their God-given gifts—especially during the Easter opportunity when people are most receptive to invitations. Series: Go! Title :  Part 4- The "Now" Strategy Date : 3/29/26...

The weekly adult Sunday School class at OAG taught by long time teacher, Mrs. Jeanie Davis. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title : Living with Faith and Trust in Urgent Times Summary : An examination of Matthew 6-7 emphasizing the difference between faith and trust, the urgency of living intentionally in perilous times, and the call to move from...

Summary : This teaching calls believers to recognize Christ's supremacy over all creation and make Him the center of every area of life, trusting that He holds everything together and that even small steps of surrender can bring transformation. Series: Colossians Title :  Part 3: Jesus At The Center Date : 3/18/26, 6:30pm, Wednesday Bible Study Speaker : Pastor Jeff Booth Approximate Outline :...

A weekly class at OAG taught by Chaplain Lou Parker. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title :  Solomon's Temple: A Place of Sacrifice, Glory, and Separation Summary : An exploration of Solomon's Temple built on Mount Moriah's threshing floor, examining its significance as a place of sacrifice, the manifestation of God's Shekinah gl...

Summary : Biblical hospitality transforms evangelism from a church event into a dinner table conversation, where adding an extra chair and welcoming strangers can create divine encounters that lead to life change. Series: Go! Title :  Part 13- The "Hospitality" Strategy Date : 3/22/26, 10am, Sunday Sermon Speaker : Pastor Tom Van Kempen Approximate Outline : 00:00 - Introduction 02:26 -...

The weekly adult Sunday School class at OAG taught by long time teacher, Mrs. Jeanie Davis. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title : Consider the Lilies: Living Without Worry Summary : An exploration of Matthew 6 that teaches how to release worry by trusting God's provision, storing treasures in heaven, and caring for others while living in fa...

Summary : Prayer and intimate time with Jesus transforms believers from the inside out, giving them spiritual wisdom to know God's will and the strength to endure while reflecting Christ's character to a world in darkness. Series: Colossians Title :  Part 2: Prayer That Changes The Church Date : 3/18/26, 6:30pm, Wednesday Bible Study Speaker : Pastor Jeff Booth Approximate Outline : 00:00...

A weekly class at OAG taught by Chaplain Lou Parker. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title :  King Solomon's Wisdom: The Test of Two Mothers Summary : An exploration of how Solomon's God-given wisdom was tested and confirmed through the famous judgment between two mothers claiming the same child, revealing that spiritual gifts must be put...

Summary : When you surrender what's already in your hands to God — no matter how ordinary it seems — it becomes something eternal, and the things you do today with a heart to touch the future, a heart of sacrifice, and a heart of action will ripple into eternity in ways you may never fully see. Series: Go! Title :  Part 2 - What's In Your Hand? Date : 3/15/26, 10am, Sunday Sermon Speaker :...

The weekly adult Sunday School class at OAG taught by Mr. Johnnie Powell. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title : Fasting, Prayer, and Giving: The Power of Worship Summary : An exploration of how fasting, prayer, and giving become powerful spiritual practices when combined with genuine worship and belief rather than performed for recognition or p...

The monthly Men's Breakfast & Bible Study at OAG shared by our Men's Ministry Director, Gator Fort.  ** Edited to remove extended pauses and  personal information shared in the study  ** Title:  How God Sees You: Understanding Your Identity in Christ Summary : Discovering your true identity through Scripture reveals you are a beloved child of God, a new creation, and a masterpiece in p...

Summary : Cultivating a thankful heart and an outward focus are the two transformative practices that keep believers grounded in Christ and effective in bringing hope to those around them. Series: Colossians Title :  Part 1: Christ Over All Date : 3/11/26, 6:30pm, Wednesday Bible Study Speaker : Pastor Jeff Booth Approximate Outline : 00:00 - Introduction & Welcome 02:00 - Background on Coloss...

A weekly class at OAG taught by Chaplain Lou Parker. ** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses ** Title :  Be, Know, Do: Leadership Lessons from King Solomon Summary : King Solomon's example teaches that a secure sense of identity — knowing who you already are — must come before knowledge and action, and that the same principle applies to the Christian li...