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This season of David’s leadership reminds us that when our lives are operating by God’s grace, we won’t wait for opportunities to come to us, we will look for ways to help others. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/06/gracious-in-victory-2-samuel-6/">Gracious In Victory (2 Samuel #6)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com&quot...

When God says “no” to something we must learn to trust that He has something even better in mind for us. See how David responded when God said “no.” The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/06/gods-plan-for-our-lives-is-always-best-2-samuel-5-2/">God’s Plan For Our Lives Is Always Best (2 Samuel #5)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://the...

Alive in Christ (Its a Bug’s Life) The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/05/pastor-chad-rasmussen-2/">Pastor Chad Rasmussen</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.

David’s passion was to worship God, but there is a correct way to do it.  Jesus said we must worship God in spirit and in truth.  This passage is a great reminder to give attention to how we worship not just who we worship. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/05/the-ark-of-god-2-samuel-4/">The Ark of God (2 Samuel #4)</a> first appeared on <a href="http...

What we are building our life on or trusting in is the key to all our lives.  If our foundation can be taken away, then we are only as stable as long as it remains.  But, if our foundation has permanency, then we are enabled to remain stable forever. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/05/foundations2-samuel-3/">Foundations(2 Samuel #3)</a> first appeared on <a hr...

Though God is always at work, man will seek to scheme and plot to get ahead of others in this life instead of acknowledging and resting in what God is doing.  See how this leader God is developing navigates this treacherous journey. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/05/expect-resistance-2-samuel-2/">Expect Resistance (2 Samuel #2)</a> first appeared on <a href=&...

David is a model for growing into the person God created us to be.  We see how God is shaping David and how God shapes us to reach our potential. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/05/a-growing-leader-2-samuel-1/">A Growing Leader (2 Samuel #1)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.

In His prayer before He is arrested, we are able to capture what is truly important to Jesus concerning those who follow Him in light of the requests He makes to the Father. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/04/the-priorities-of-jesus-for-his-followers-john-17-12-26/">The Priorities of Jesus for His Followers (John 17: 12 – 26)</a> first appeared on <a href=&quo...

Jesus was about to endure the suffering of the cross and separation from the Father.  Yet, He left us a great example of where our focus should be as He pours out His heart to the Father. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/04/jesus-praying-john-171-11/">Jesus Praying (John 17:1-11)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a...

When we learn to turn all of life over to God we begin to experience His joy and peace. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/04/the-4912-refuel-pod-cast-will-not-be-available-for-download-we-apologize-for-any-inconvenience/">Turning Life Over to God (John 16:17-33)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.

As we seek to live for God, many times our lives are filled with challenges. This passage teaches us that whatever challenge we face, God will always provide the necessary resources to meet those challenges. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/04/god-the-great-provider-john-161-16/">God, The Great Provider (John 16:1-16)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://...

What does it mean to have God as a friend? Find out as Jesus prepares us for what we will face. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/03/friendship-with-god-john-1514-27/">Friendship With God (John 15:14-27)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.

God desires His people to be fruitful. What does being fruitful mean and how can one achieve maximum fruitfulness? The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/03/lessons-from-gods-vineyard-john-151-13/">Lessons From God’s Vineyard John 15:1-13</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.

There are many things that God provides that make life more enjoyable but Jesus shares with His followers what is absolutely essential in navigating life well. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/03/what-jesus-provides-for-his-followers-john-1415-31/">What Jesus Provides for His Followers (John 14:15 – 31)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com&...

Jesus teaches the disciples what one must do in order to keep calm and composed amidst life’s trials. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/03/the-cure-for-care-john-141-14/">The Cure For Care- (John 14:1-14)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.

When everything in life is taken from us and God is all we have, we realize He is all we need.  Yet for one who has everything but God, their life is spent in pursuit of only what God can fulfill. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/02/god-is-all-we-need-1-samuel-30-31/">God Is All We Need- (1 Samuel 30 – 31)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.c...

Who do we go to for advice, direction and counsel in our lives?  Where we go and to whom we listen says much about the condition of our own spirit. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/02/the-tragic-consequences-of-a-spiritual-vacuum1-samuel-28-29/">The Tragic Consequences of a Spiritual Vacuum(1 Samuel 28 – 29)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz...

The Bible is filled with stories of God using various vessels to accomplish His will.  In this chapter, God will use an amazing, wise and gracious young lady to prevent disaster. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/02/how-god-prevented-a-fool-from-starting-a-war-1-samuel-25/">How God Prevented A Fool From Starting A War-1 Samuel 25</a> first appeared on <a href=&q...

When we desire and seek God’s guidance in navigating life He will answer us and lead us.  Once we know what God’s will is we must be obedient.  God will encourage our obedience through His reassurance. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/01/trusting-in-the-lord-leads-to-triumph-everytime-1-samuel-23-24/">Trusting In The Lord Leads To Triumph Everytime- 1 Samuel...

Everyone is susceptible to discouragement from time to time. See the lessons that David learned form working through his own discouragement. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/01/inthe-midst-of-our-discouragementgod-isthere1-samuel-21-22/">In The Midst of Our Discouragement, God is There (1 Samuel 21 -22)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com&...

How should we navigate life when everything seems to be working against us? Why does God allow such negative circumstances in our lives? The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/01/hated-and-hunted-sauls-pursuit-of-david-1-samuel-19-20-2/">Hated and Hunted:Saul’s Pursuit of David (1 Samuel 19 – 20)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The...

Many of us are looking for a good friend. Here we find the qualities of a healthy and lasting friendship. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/01/the-friendship-of-david-jonathan-1-samuel-181-30/">The Friendship of David & Jonathan (1 Samuel 18:1-30)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.

We will all face giants in our lives. What characteristics will enable us to overcome them? Why does God allow giants in our lives in the first place? Our biggest obstacles may not be the giants themselves. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2012/01/slaying-our-giants-1-samuel-17/">Slaying Our Giants (1 Samuel 17)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz....

By Pastor Jeff Royce The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2011/12/book-of-1-corinthians-16/">BOOK OF 1 CORINTHIANS #16</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.

By Pastor Jeff Royce The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2011/12/book-of-1-corinthians-15-part-iii/">BOOK OF 1 CORINTHIANS #15 PART III</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.