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In this chapter we are introduced to the main instruments that Satan will work through during the tribulation. Compared to the glory of the immortal God, these are mere human beings. Yet, the world will worship them rather than the living God. How tragic. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/04/the-great-exchange-revelation-131-18/">The Great Exchange (Revelation 13:1 – 18)...

This chapter should encourage all of us. It reminds us in the age old struggle of good and evil, no plan of the enemy has ever succeeded against the ultimate purpose of God. God overcomes and so do we. Let us rejoice! The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/04/god-thwarts-all-opposition-to-his-purpose-revelation-12-1-18/">God Thwarts All Opposition To His Purpose (Revelation 1...

In Revelation 11, we see on display God’s awesome and unlimited power. Yet what is more amazing than God’s power displayed is God’s power restrained. We must learn to worship God not just for what He does but for what He doesn’t do. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/03/god-great-power-revelation-111-19/">God’ Great Power (Revelation 11:1 – 19)<...

We see in Revelation 10 that God is getting ready to repossess the earth that He created. The warning to earth’s inhabitants is given as well as instructions to God’s servants: the mighty angel and John. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/03/the-voice-of-god-thunders-revelation-101-11/">The Voice of God Thunders (Revelation 10:1-11)</a> first appeared on...

John reveals God’s judgement of unleashing demons in an unprecedented way upon the earth to torment those who refuse to repent and turn to God. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/03/the-worship-of-demons-leads-to-war-with-demons-revelation-91-21/">The Worship of Demons Leads to War with Demons (Revelation 9:1 – 21)</a> first appeared on <a href="http:/...

In this chapter, we see God systematically removing every means by which man can continue to imagine himself as independent of God. All life is dependent upon Him. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/03/the-removing-of-all-things-except-god-revelation-81-3/">The Removing of All Things Except God (Revelation 8:1 – 3)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoa...

John is continuing to remind us throughout the book of Revelation that what is taking place on Earth is being driven by what is taking place in Heaven. The Lamb of God is being given proper respect and reverence and one day that kind of worship will be seen on Earth. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/02/an-interlude-of-worship-revelation-71-17/">An Interlude of Worship (...

Beginning in Revelation Chapter 6, we have a detailed account of the tribulation that had been prophesied in the Old Testament. The Lord begins to reclaim this world and its inhabitants for Himself. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/02/the-wrath-of-the-lamb-has-come-revelation-61-17/">The Wrath of the Lamb Has Come (Revelation 6:1-17)</a> first appeared on <a hr...

This chapter reveals a universal search for one who is worthy to restore the earth and its inhabitants to a place of worship of the one true God. Only One in the universe is found worthy! He is the Lamb of God! The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/02/worship-of-the-lamb-revelation-511-14/">Worship of the Lamb (Revelation 5:11 -14)</a> first appeared on <a href=&quo...

The focus of John’s revelation in chapter 4 is the throne of God. His vision reminds us of the sovereign rule and authority that God has in governing His universe. The fact that someone like our God is on the throne of the universe should be a constant source of comfort and encouragement. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/02/the-throne-of-god-revelation-41-11/">The...

Jesus deals with His Church enabling them to see themselves as He sees them and to be aware of what is lacking so that they can become a more accurate representation of Him to the world. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/01/jesus-final-messages-to-his-church-revelation-3-1-22/">Jesus’ Final Messages to His Church (Revelation 3 : 1 – 22)</a> first appeared on <a...

John has taught us that life is learning to acknowledge God in every situation and through every season. To do this, we must maintain an accurate representation of Who Jesus is. We will rise no higher than our concept of God. Therefore Jesus challenges His church to keep what He values the most important priorities. […] The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/01/christ-holds-his...

The church has always been responsible to live as God’s people out of a growing and confident sense of who Jesus really is. Apart from an adequate understanding and acknowledgement of who Jesus is, nothing the church does will have lasting and eternal impact. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2014/01/the-vision-of-jesus-christ-revelation-1/">The Vision of Jesus Christ (...

The coming of Jesus into the world is the greatest blessing God has ever given to men. We will look at examples of how different people responded to this blessing long ago and how we should respond in a similar way today. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/12/the-blessing-of-god-various-scriptures/">The Blessing of God (various Scriptures)</a> first appeared on <...

God doesn’t just heal for the sake of healing. There is always a greater spiritual point that one must take notice of. Healing for this individual means change, drastic change. God could ask this question of all of us. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/12/the-message-behind-the-healing-john-5-1-15/">The Message Behind the Healing (John 5 : 1 – 15)</a> first a...

We see in this miracle of healing that Jesus is using it to build faith in His followers. He wants them to move from a sign oriented faith to His Word being enough for faith. Jesus still desires to see this type of faith in His followers today. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/12/building-faith-john-4-39-54/">Building Faith (John 4: 39 – 54)</a> first appeared on...

We learn so much about Jesus from His conversation with this woman and we discover what God’s priorities are for His people. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/11/jesus-and-the-woman-at-the-well-john-41-26/">Jesus and the Woman at the Well (John 4:1-26)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.

In this passage, the apostle John records the clear witness of John the Baptist concerning Jesus Christ. It is the kind of witness all believers should seek to emulate. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/11/john-the-baptists-final-testimony-john-322-36/">John the Baptist’s Final Testimony (John 3:22-36)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com&qu...

John gives us insight into the mind of God and the mind of mankind in this passage. Questions are answered like, why would God love mankind like He does? And why would mankind reject God like he does? The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/11/the-ways-of-god-and-men-john-316-21/">The Ways of God and Men (John 3:16-21)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoas...

In His conversation with Nicodemus, Jesus used this opportunity to teach on the necessity of being born again. He also explains to us what it means to be born from above. The most important question any human being can answer is, “Am I born again?” The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/10/the-new-birth-john-3-1-8/">The New Birth (John 3: 1 – 8)</a> first ap...

In this passage we see the heart of Jesus for worship of God to be in spirit and in truth. The worship of God had degenerated into the exploitation of the worshipers. Jesus takes the priority and place of worship very seriously. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/10/the-passion-of-jesus-for-the-house-of-god-john-212-25/">The Passion of Jesus for the House of God (John 2:1...

We will examine the events surrounding the wedding feast where Jesus turned the water into wine. How can this sign encourage our hearts today? The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/10/jesus-first-miracle-john-21-11/">Jesus’ First Miracle (John 2:1 – 11)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.

This passage reminds us of how important it is to be open and receptive to someone or something new. The life Jesus’ followers left behind was superseded by the life they experienced with Jesus. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/10/finding-christ-following-christ-john-1-40-51/">Finding Christ – Following Christ (John 1: 40 – 51)</a> first appeared on <a hr...

John the Baptist tells us that Jesus is the Lamb of God, the per-eminent One, the One who baptizes with the Holy Spirit. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/10/who-is-jesus-john-129-39/">Who Is Jesus? (John 1:29 – 39)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com">The Oasis</a>.

John describes his personal role and responsibility in God’s plan. he knows who he is, where he came from, and where he is going. It is a great example for all of us. The post <a href="http://theoasisaz.com/2013/09/john-the-baptists-testimony-john-1-19-28/">John the Baptist’s Testimony (John 1 : 19 – 28)</a> first appeared on <a href="http://theoasisaz.com"...