Oasis Church Athens

Chris Stewart preaches about the next event in the infant Jesus' life, as he is brought to the temple. There is much historical and theological significance embedded in that visit. 

Give me 11 minutes to change your idea of Christmas. 

Christmas Sunday sermon by Chris Stewart on December 20, 2020

Chris Stewart preaches about what the virgin birth of Jesus Christ means to each one of us and asks what our response to Him will be. 

In this message, Chris Stewart gives an in-depth look at the history and theology of Jesus Christ's birth in Bethlehem. 

Aspire to be great! Chris Stewart leads a character study on John the Baptizer, the man Jesus called the greatest, and through his example we too can learn how to be great. 

From November 23, 2020. Chris Stewart encourages the student-athletes at Ohio University to "abide in Christ." 

Chris Stewart leads an in-depth look at Mary's response to the news that she will deliver and raise the Savior of the world, Immanuel. This young, teenage girl gives us one of the most theologically sound worship songs and beautiful history of God's promise and faithfulness. 

On November 16, 2020, Chris Stewart shared a word with the Athletes In Action ministry at Ohio University. This message is based on the most significant statement that has ever been made in the history of the world , which is found in the Gospel of John chapter 14. 

In this sermon, we meet the woman who carried the responsibility of birthing and raising the Messiah, Jesus Christ. She is an example for us of great faith. 

Some 400 years before the coming of Jesus, the prophet Malachi spoke about one who would come for the purpose of announcing and preparing the way for the Lord. After 400 years of what appeared to be silence from God, it is revealed to a small-town elderly couple that they will give birth to the messenger. 

Introduction to the Gospel of Luke, the author Luke, the man Luke, and the person to whom Luke's book is written. Like Luke, we will invest several weeks into making a careful examination of the facts surrounding the man Jesus, who claims to be God. 

Is it possible to glorify God by simply enjoying life? If so, how? What does that look like today? Have you ever considered the theology of pleasure? Chris Stewart takes us through the Scriptures seeking to discover the answer to these important questions. 

What does suffering accomplish? Is there any purpose in it? This is one of the heaviest theological questions in the history of the world. We can't break it all down in less than an hour, but we hope this message brings you confidence and strength in your own suffering. 

Chris Stewart wraps up the teaching series on 1 John with a list of tests for knowing and having confidence that you are truly reborn of God. 

Chris Stewart teaches from 1 John chapter 4. 

Chris Stewart talks about what it means for Christians to live not by law, or rules, but by the Spirit of Christ. Since we are living by the Spirit, it is really important for us to understand the truth. John tells us to "test the spirits to see whether they are from God." In the message, we will look at how testing the spirits is done. 

Chris Stewart continues a teaching series on the book of 1 John. 

What does the Bible mean when it talks about "the world," and how can we make sure that we are not loving the world more than we love the Father? Chris picks up our series in 1 John with answers to these questions in the text. 

This is the message from our first in-person worship service in 24 weeks during the time of the coronavirus pandemic. This church service was held outdoors at Ohio Valley Christian Assembly. 

Chris Stewart continues in a study of 1 John, discussing how the love of God is lived out in the world around us.

Chris Stewart teaches on 1 John chapter 1

This is the first sermon in a study of the book of 1 John. In this message, Chris Stewart introduces the author, John the apostle. As we get to know more about John and the way his life significantly transformed through following Jesus, we will better understand the what, why, and how of his letter to Christians all over the world.

In our final message on the Ten Commandments, Chris Stewart teaches how the 10th commandment, "do not covet..." is unique to the other commandments and also connected to all the others.

In our 20th (yes, 20th) week in a row of online church services, Chris Stewart continues a series on the 10 Commandments from Exodus 20 with a message on "bearing false witness" or lying.