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Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer questions from friends around the world about life. Questions about health, pandemic, relationships, cultures and much more.
Thank you for stopping by. Life raises hard questions. Oasis of Hope brings them to God's Word.
Hosted by Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti, this Christian faith and biblical teaching podcast offers scripture-grounded conversation on the real challenges believers face: spiritual growth, faith, relationships, cultural pressures, and living a kingdom life in a complex and complicated world. Each episode is rooted in prayer, anchored in truth, and offered with pastoral warmth to followers of Christ around the globe. Wherever you are in your walk with God, there is hope here!
Scripture Reference: “But others fell on good ground and yielded a crop: some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty. He who has ears to hear, let him hear!” – Matthew 13: 8-9
We appreciate all your feedback from the last episode 101 about the ministry of the Holy Spirit in the lives of followers of Christ. We are grateful to God and count it an honor to serve you, your families and communities. In this episode 102, we examine some life analogy of how the human heart must be good ground for the Word of God to flourish in our lives as Christ’s ambassadors. The word “heart” appears over 1000 times in the Bible. This tells us how important God places a high priority on the human heart. Keeping our hearts pure is a calling for all followers of Christ, because the human heart is prone to distraction, deception and destruction. The condition of our hearts as Christ’s followers determine how deep the Word of God can take root and bear godly fruits in our lives.
You can now join many across the nation to pray continuously for our nation, leaders, systems and for others. Through the platform- America Prays, join hearts in prayer for God’s continued blessings upon America and its precious people.
Our Savior Jesus Christ showed us the Father’s heart through the model Lord’s prayer in Matthew 6: 9-13. This is a reminder of God’s perfect love for His people. As we celebrate fathers this month, we pray God’s blessings on all fathers far and near. Happy Father’s Day. With summer time upon us, we hope you and your families have a fun and restful time.
In Christ's Love,
Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti
Thank you for stopping by. Life raises hard questions. Oasis of Hope brings them to God's Word.
Hosted by Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti, this Christian faith and biblical teaching podcast offers scripture-grounded conversation on the real challenges believers face: spiritual growth, faith, relationships, cultural pressures, and living a kingdom life in a complex and complicated world. Each episode is rooted in prayer, anchored in truth, and offered with pastoral warmth to followers of Christ around the globe. Wherever you are in your walk with God, there is hope here!
Scripture Reference: “But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, He will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.” - John 14:26
A nation that sets its gaze towards God is a nation that God will bless! (Psalm 33:12- “Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD; and the people whom He hath chosen for His own inheritance”). As a nation we get to rededicate USA to the LORD as part of the 250th celebration of the independence of our nation on May 17, 2026. We encourage Christians no matter where you are to participate in prayer, worship and thanksgiving. Let us usher in the healing balm of the LORD as we follow through the scripture truth from 2 Chronicles 7:14- “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.”
Followers of Christ all around the world are also setting their gaze towards Pentecost. This year Pentecost falls on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Pentecost is a celebration of the blessing of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples of Christ as explained in the Book of Acts 2: 1-31. The Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Trinity that abides with believers (Romans 8:11). The Holy Spirit helps us to live in accordance to God’s ways. Our lives are under God’s eternal governance and require His truth to ensure Christ’s body of believers are exactly who He created us to in our world. In a time that there are myriads of deceptions, masquerading as truth, it is important for followers of Christ to stake their lives on the unshakable truth of God's Word. The Word of God has the power to do the following in our daily lives:
- Sustain believers (Jeremiah 15:16-18)
- Feed believers (1 Peter 2:2)
- Quench believers’ thirst (John 4:14)
- Fill believers (Colossians 3:16-18)
- Wash believers (Ephesians 5:20)
We need the help of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives to sustain us, feed us, quench thirst, fill us and wash us daily in God’s holy Word. Without His guidance, assistance and friendship followers of Christ tend to lose their way in a chaotic world. As we look towards Pentecost this year, we encourage you to cultivate a deep friendship with the Holy Spirit. The impact and fruit from a Holy Spirit governed life brings honor and glory to God! (John 15:5).
In Christ's Love,
Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti
Scripture References:
“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart” (Hebrews 4:12)
The need is great, and the call is critical for the Body of Christ to be who God has called us to be in this hour. We have been called to be holy, set apart for God’s use in a world that needs Him without recognizing they need the Almighty God.
One of the dangers of these times is not only inaccurate information parading as truth, but deception, and misinformation. This means for believers in Christ, empowering and equipping ourselves with the truth of God’s Word is not an option or a suggestion. It is a call to come up to God’s standards of being as Christ’s ambassadors. God is not lowering His standards because we are in 2025 or any other year.
In this insightful episode of Oasis of Hope podcast, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the transforming power of God’s Word. They discuss how living out the kingdom life requires daily bread in God’s Word. This practice combined with daily prayer transforms lives for eternity. They invite believers in Christ to join in the 30 days Bible Reading challenge to observe the Global Bible Month.Believers in Christ can store up the treasures of God’s Word in their hearts and see a God kingdom change for eternal impact. Join them to hide God’s Word in our hearts.
Lastly, they discuss the new book The Fear of God: Growing the Inner Life and invite friends and listeners to get a copy whether you are a believer in Christ or not. Readers will find that God’s Word transforms from the inside out. To live in the reverence or fear of God, means there are characteristics that flows out of such a life anchored in God’s truth of reverence.
This type of life points to an understanding of who God is and of a life that has been changed by the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit. The same is true for a life void of the reverence or fear of God. That life also points to a lack of understanding of who God is and His loving embrace to a relationship that transforms for eternity. Time for God’s people to rise up and be the Body of Christ.
Take a listen to episode 96 and share with your family and friends. These times call for believers to be Bereans who study the Word of God for themselves, be in community with fellow believers who are pursuing the heart of God and be in daily prayer asking the Holy Spirit to illuminate every area of our lives for the indwelling Presence of God. Stay Alert!
Scripture Reference: "But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light” (1 Peter 2:9) .
We are living in unprecedented times globally, since the pandemic of 2020. For the church aka body of Christ, we are seeing a sharp rise in Bible sales and hunger among young people. In an October 2025 article by Pew Research, there has been a sharp rise in the things of God from February 2024 to February 2025. The data is showing a positive influence of faith on the American life.
With this spiritual awakening and growth comes great responsibility for the body of Christ, especially spiritual leaders. One aspect of responsibility that all believers in Christ are called to is being an ambassador for Christ (2 Corinthians 5:20). Added responsibility and higher standards is mandated for spiritual leaders as the scripture states in 1 Timothy 3:1-10.
One of such added responsibilities for Christ leaders is staying up to date on the most pressing cultural issues are and how to shepherd God’s people well. On this latest episode 95 of Oasis of Hope Podcast, we are blessed by the legal expertise of one of the nation’s leading voices- Ms. Regan Van Steenis, as she dives into how churches, the body of Christ and its leaders can be better prepared to meet the challenge of our culture in the area of child safety.
Van Steenis brings a powerful blend of conviction and compassion as chief legal counsel at Lakewood Church and Joel Osteen Ministries for over twenty years. She has personally overseen more than $1 billion in transactions and helped hundreds of new churches get started. God is currently using her expertise to equip ministries to flourish without distraction, offering everything from compliance support to strategies for safeguarding leadership and foster spiritual health.
It is also great to note that Van Steenis brings a unique perspective as both a pastor’s daughter and a legal expert because she understands the pressures facing ministry leaders and how to help them build strong foundations, so spiritual leaders can focus on growing deeper in Christ, free from fear or compromise that can mar the name of Christ.
This is one episode you want to share with friends, colleagues, neighbors, and especially your spiritual leaders. God’s ways and standards for His kingdom has never changed, even though the culture around us changes. It is time for the church to rise up and be Christ’s empowered and equipped ambassadors.
Resources For Episode 95:
1. Visit Van Steenis Consulting to connect and ensure your church or ministry is protected.
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Check out what the laws are in your state for clergy as mandatory reporters of child abuse and neglect.
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In Christ's Love,
Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti
Scripture References:
“But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father” (Matthew 24:36).
“But concerning that day or that hour, no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father” (Mark13:32).
“So, Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin but to save those who are eagerly waiting for Him” (Hebrews 9:28).
Imagine getting an email that Jesus Christ is coming back on September 23 or 24, 2025. This happened and it is not something to be imagined. One of our ministry friends received an email with this information and shared it that the rapture was trending on social media. A pastor from South Africa shared on TikTok that God gave him a vision that the rapture (the second coming of Jesus Christ) was going to happen on September 23-24 which falls on Rosh Hashanah- the Jewish New Year. This misinformation was carried by many news outlets.
This is the danger of the times we live in is that Inaccurate information, deception, and misinformation is rampant everywhere we turn. On the other hand, this is a time for believers to get into the Word of God- read it, study it, and meditate on it. This is the time for followers of Christ to have extra oil in their lamps and know the Word of God. The scriptures explains in multiple places about the coming of Jesus Christ- no one knows that day or time, except the Almighty God.
Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the fallacy of these kinds of misinformation. God has not left believers in Christ in limbo or to guess about important things like the coming of Christ. The Bible tells us; we will have these kinds of false visions and teachings in these last days. As ambassadors of Christ, speak up against these false teachings. When the next rounds of rapture forecast comes around, let’s shut it off with the truth of God’s infallible Word.
Take a listen to episode 94 and share with your family and friends. These times call for believers to be Bereans who study the Word of God for themselves, be in community with fellow believers who are pursuing the heart of God and be in daily prayer asking the Holy Spirit to illuminate every area of our lives for the indwelling Presence of God. Stay Alert!
Scripture Reference: “Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ” (Romans 10:17, NIV).
Believers in Jesus Christ have the unique access to hear from God. Whether that is through the written Word of God, through the ministry of the Holy Spirit or through His vessels. To have a relationship with God requires faith. It is impossible to walk with God without faith, just like Hebrews 11:6, “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.”
Faith is the fuel of a believer’s relationship with God. The faith of a believer is a prized diamond. Faith is the currency of God’s supernatural kingdom. This is one major reason, everything that can come against that precious faith, tries to snuff out the life and fire of God in a believer’s life. In this episode of Oasis of Hope podcast, the focus of discussion is on faith looking at the lives of flawed men and women from the hall of faith in Hebrews 11.
Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the impact of a counterculture on the faith of believers. The Bible warns believers about “doctrine of devils” (1 Timothy 4:1-5) that can shipwreck people’s faith. Doctrine of devils are deceptive teachings that lead people away from God’s absolute truth and into error. The aim of these devilish doctrines is to undermine the truth of scriptures, exalt worldly things above the authenticity of the scripture and lure people into spiritual harm. It is subtle, so it is very important that believers pay attention to ensure their faith stands tall, strong and unshakable in these perilous times.
Take a listen to episode 93 and share with your family and friends. These times call for believers to be Bereans who study the Word of God for themselves, be in community with fellow believers who are pursuing the heart of God and be in daily prayer asking the Holy Spirit to illuminate every area of our lives for the indwelling Presence of God.
Scripture Reference: “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen” (2 Peter 3:18).
The scriptures provide the blueprint for believers in Christ on all aspects of life. Digging into the truth of God’s Word yields wisdom and guidance for our daily lives. In this episode of Oasis of Hope podcast, the question is asked by one of our Oasis of Hope community: What is progressive Christianity? Is it Biblical? Looking at scriptures, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss what seems to be the understanding behind the question- which is a question on spiritual growth. Take a listen to episode 92 as they walk through the scriptures and unpack the truth of spiritual growth.
From theological studies, the idea behind progressive Christianity has been misleading, deceptive and misunderstanding for many new believers in Christ and some of our next generation. The hallmark of maturity for all believers in Christ is living out and walking in love. Any believer in Christ that is living out the God kind of love as 1 Corinthians 13 explains is growing spiritually in the abundant life Jesus came to give anyone that believes in Him for salvation and an eternity with God Almighty. Also, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ already set the bar for how believers will be known to the world based on our love for one another: “By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another” (John 13:35).
This is the time for believers to be student of the Bible, asking the help of the Holy Spirit to know, learn and understand the ways of God, which are supernatural and counterculture. Each believer must choose God’s way of truth above the trends of the world, culture of the world, and ideas of the world that are contrary to the truth of scriptures. When believers in Christ are growing daily in their walk with God, there will be “fruits” that point and align to this spiritual growth. This is an encouragement for believers in Christ to deliberately choose the way of truth. The ways of the world will ultimately lead to confusion, just as the scriptures tell us. Let’s be people of the Way (John 14:6). "I am the way, the truth, and the life” – Jesus Christ.
Commemorating the Last Supper Jesus Christ had with His twelve disciples is a holy observation by millions of Christians around the world. As scriptures instruct, commemorating this special time is done with carefulness and intentionality. In 2 Corinthians 13:5 (Examine your selves to see whether you are in the faith; test your selves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you—unless, of course, you fail the test?), there are elements of self-reflection, self-awareness and self- regulation to ensure the Lord’s Supper is taken with deep reverence by followers of Christ.
Some Christians, also know this special time as the Eucharist, the Lord’s Table, Table of Communion or Holy Communion. The Table of Communion symbolizes Jesus ultimate sacrifice on the cross to redeem humanity from eternal separation from God. Communion is a two-way street-our communion with God and communion with each other. Before taking a listen to this podcast, we encourage you to gather your communion elements (crackers and juice) and join into take communion at the end of the podcast.
As followers of Christ, everything we do is through the lenses of eternity, and elections are not different. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti encourage Christians to approach these upcoming elections with carefulness and do their homework. Some things for Christians to think about as they prepare themselves are:
(1) Pray for everyone (2 Chronicles 7:14, Proverb 14:34, 1 Timothy 2:1-2).
(2) Respect for each other – no matter if a person is red, blue, in-between or none.
(3) Refuse to hop on the hatred wagon no matter who the instigating leader is.
(4) Study the candidates and determine your values, belief, conscience etc.
(5) Above all else, remember we are Christ’s ambassadors foremost (salt and light).
“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land” – 2 Chronicle 7:14
The 2024 Summer Olympics was highly watched around the world. With one sport or the other as a favorite, the Olympics is a source of inspiration for young and old alike. Congratulations to all teams from around the world, representing their countries.The USA team came back with a total of 126 medals- 40 Gold, 44 Silver and 42 Bronze!
For followers of Christ, there are some lessons to glean from the Olympics. In fact, the Bible uses sports as an analogy of how Christians are to live their lives. 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, states, "Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receives the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.And every man that strive for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible."
In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti encourage followers of Christ with three key lessons from the Olympics. Walking with God requires discipline to stay deeply committed to Christ, so we can represent Christ well. It's time for followers of Christ to stand up and be counted for the Kingdom of God!
"Now then we are ambassadors for Christ" - 2 Corinthians 5:20
The last few weeks have had many heads turning about the state of the church - aka the Body of Christ. The secular world took a dive into the credibility of the church as a whole. In this episode 77 of Oasis of Hope focused on the state of the church, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti, answer some of the key questions asked in the wake of the recent unravelings in the church. The credibility of the gospel stands and is unshaken because of Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world.
From a Biblical perspective, they discuss and answer the questions on abuse, culture and NDAs in the Body of Christ. Their hope and prayer is that this episode will spur more followers of Christ to stand in the gap of prayer for our communities, churches and families.
"Pray then like this: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil" (Matthew 6:9-13).
In a 2022 article by MIT Sloan Management Review, Cipolli, Sull, Brighenti and Sull highlight some toxic cultural attributes of our time. These attributes permeate many areas of our culture - industries, communities, churches, schools and the list goes on. However, followers of Christ need not worry, because the Bible provides some arsenal to navigate these cultural toxicities. These toxic cultural attributes referred to as the spirit of Saul are nothing new.
In this cultural leadership episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss and answer the question of how to navigate these cultural toxicities. They explain with examples this spirit of Saul. And they offer ways for Christians to be empowered and equipped against these toxic tides with the help of the Holy Spirit. This is one episode you want to share with everyone in your network. Together the life of God in each Christian dispels these toxic tides. The kingdom of God is at hand; time for Christians to arise!
"And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge; and to knowledge temperance; and to temperance patience; and to patience godliness; and to godliness brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness charity" ( 2 Peter 1: 5-7).
To date there are over 200 United States appointed ambassadors serving the interest of the United States around the world. Followers of Christ have been called by God and empowered by the Holy Spirit to represent Christ in every sphere, place, industries, communities, school, the list goes on. Christ's ambassadors represent the interest of Jesus Christ and God's unshakeable kingdom.
In this celebratory episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss birthdays, Mother's Day, feedback on Holocaust survivor and the Communicator Awards by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts (AIVA) for the 2024 Excellence and Distinction Communicator Awards for Oasis of Hope Podcast and Points of Leadership Podcast! A big thank you to all our partners, friends and audiences around the world for making the podcasts what they are today! We love serving you and these awards are because of your support, care and engagement!
"We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ's behalf: Be reconciled to God." - 2 Corinthians 5:20
In the past ten years we have seen the rise of antisemitism across the world. Historians have credited antisemitism as the root cause of the atrocious Holocaust against Jews. This hatred was the belief system of the Nazi ideology. The Holocaust was the systematic, government launched target, persecution, brutal mistreatment, gassing, deadly living conditions and killings of six million European Jews between 1933 and 1945 (Holocaust Encyclopedia). For many survivors of the Holocaust living through such dehumanization came at a high price for them and their families.
In this special episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti host Holocaust survivor Mrs. Rosian Zerner- who was born in Lithuania. In 1941, when Germany invaded their town, she and her family were confined to the Kovno concentration camp. Through the help of her parents, she was able to escape through a hole they dug under the fence of the confinement quarters. She was met by her father's secretary and hidden by several rescuers before being liberated by Soviet troops in 1944.
Surviving such atrocities to live a successful life takes the power of forgiveness, grit and love, both for self and others. The Bible provides the guide on the freedom that comes through forgiveness. The medical field attests to the power of forgiveness. In a series written by John Hopkins Medicine, it states that one's health depends on forgiveness. In an article in the Harvard Medical School published in 2021, some methods of forgiveness were explored to help people overcome unforgiveness. However the Bible already provided why unforgiveness can be a self-imposed prison for anyone. Matthew 6:14 states, "For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." Take a listen as Mrs. Zerner shares why she forgave her persecutors, how she was able to do that and how she has blazed a trail for peace and love around the world, speaking out about her lived experience as a Holocaust survivor. This is one episode you do not want to miss. Tell a friend, pull up a chair with your favorite tea or coffee and take a listen.
"Above all, have fervent and unfailing love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins" 1 Peter 4:3
This year Easter is in the month of March. Easter is that special time that Christians around the world celebrate the reality of the cross in their lives. If we sat down with believers from around the world and ask each one, who Jesus Christ is to him or her, we will find a common thread- Jesus saved them by His amazing grace. Jesus redeemed them by His precious blood shed on the cross. Jesus has given them the assurance of eternal life.
The list will be an extremely long one about who Jesus is to Christians. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti share from the wells of their relationship with Christ about who He is to them. As we prepare to celebrate Easter, we offer Jesus Christ to you. He is the gift that never stops giving. He is the fountain that never runs dry. He is the light that never goes out. And when Jesus Christ lights the lives of His people, no human can ever put that light out. This is our Living Hope and we offer Him to you this Easter.
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to His great mercy, He has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead." - 1 Peter 1:3
The month of February kicks off Black History month- which is America's history. Many feel we don't need a Black History. But we do. Black History is our history as a human race. Same thing for Latino history. African history. Native American history.
In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the power of love and its many benefits as an antidote to hatred. Not just this month, but all months, let us give love a chance to transform our world. The God kind of love has the power to heal, deliver and make whole.
"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails." - 1 Corinthians 13: 4-8
Your questions on talking board or ouija board, palm reading and more are answered in this episode. Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the new age influences targeting the next generation. Seen as harmless, these new age influences carry strong demonic influences that lead to oppression and spiritual generational bondage. This is one episode you do not want to miss. Share and pass this episode on. Turn on the light and dismantle all darkness. John 10:10, "The thief comes not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly" - Jesus Christ.
Wellness or well-being is critical for humans to flourish. Post-pandemic, people are searching for answers to many of their wellness questions. Data from Mental Health America indicates that over 50 million Americans are experiencing a mental illness. That's an estimated 19.9 percent of American adults experiencing one form of mental illness. God created humans as a three-dimensional beings. This means each dimension requires specialized care. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the needed care for humans in all three areas of our being for wellness or wholeness. To focus on just one area of our being without caring for the other areas has its repercussions. Take a listen and find out how to maximize your three-dimensional wellness.
Prayer is a power in itself. And when rendered from believers in Christ, prayer carries an unparalleled supernatural power. There is an irresistible power when followers of Christ fall on their knees to talk to their Creator and King. God moves on their behalf. Statistics from secular such as the National Institutes of Health, states that healing is attributed to religious practices (2009), to CNN covering the benefits of prayer that it can reduce feelings of anxiety (2020), are proof of what the Bible already states in James 5:16b, "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” Prayer is powerful! In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss their stance on standing strong in prayer for all people everywhere just as the Bible commands Christians. There has never been a better time for believers everywhere to stand, unmovable in prayer for others than now!
Developing healthy eating habits takes discipline and commitment. We are what we eat. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti continue the discussion on developing healthy eating habits with grains and fat. The quality of food we feed our bodies matters. Our bodies need the right kind of food to live out the purposes of God. It is God's will that you be in good health; 3 John 1:2, "Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in good health, even as your soul prospers." Dr. Johnson Obamehinti guides this part 2 episode with his expertise as a Veterinary Nutritionist that has formulated thousands of diets using what is called comparative anatomy. It's never too late to develop healthy eating habits.
Developing healthy eating habits takes discipline and commitment. We are what we eat. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss two categories of food that are essential and nutritious to the human body. Eating produce and lean protein helps the body to fight off diseases and fuel the body with the daily energy it needs. Many times, eating healthy requires we make changes to what we eat. Our bodies need the right kind of food to live out the purposes of God. It is God's will that you be in good health; 3 John 1:2, "Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in good health, even as your soul prospers." Dr. Johnson Obamehinti guides this episode with his expertise as a Veterinary Nutritionist that has formulated thousands of diets using what is called comparative anatomy. It's never too late to develop healthy eating habits.
The axiom that we are what we eat is not only for physical nourishment but also for our spirits and minds. Through the natural realm we gain a better understanding of the spiritual (1 Corinthians 15:46). In like manner, what we train our spirits and minds to eat will determine what they get accustomed to. Similarly, it also takes discipline and practice to experience the rewards that come from it. In this episode Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti discuss the importance of the quality of the food we feed our bodies, souls and spirits. Unlike the natural that is focused on physical nourishment, what our spirits and minds eat affects both realms and determines the level at which we experience the abundant life in Christ. It becomes important then to take great care and be intentional in what we feed our spirits and minds. We are what we eat!
As the lent season comes to a close, believers in Jesus Christ look towards Good Friday that leads into Easter Sunday. The day that commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In this episode, Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti pray prophetically for believers to experience the resurrection power of God in every area of life. Because Jesus Christ lives, believers in Christ have a living hope that can never be thwarted by any scheme of the enemy. This Easter, we encourage you to find a church to worship the Risen Savior-Jesus Christ with other believers. Thank God for His indescribable gift to mankind. God is good!
Growth takes time. An oak tree takes up to twenty years to mature into an oak tree and produce acorns. An oak tree can live up to 1000 years and it starts reaching the end of its life cycle at around 700 years. Growth in life is similar- it takes time to develop strong value systems, character and become the best functioning person one is created to be by God. This means in life's development, humans fail and make mistakes. As Christians, there is great encouragement from God and His Word when one own failures, sins or mistakes through repentance and redemption. God forgives completely through His character and never holds any owned failure, sin or mistake against you. However, humans are not like that. They tend to hold your mistake and look for opportunities to bring it back, over and over again. In this episode, Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti answer the question of how to respond when people refuse to let things go, which shows more of who they are. Drs. Obamehinti empower and equip you in embracing who you are in Christ and living from a higher road lifestyle.
Every human being is prone to sin without the presence and help of the Holy Spirit. Unmet expectations many times leads to disappointment in relationships. This often predisposes a person when presented with the opportunity to what is called the "Judas Syndrome" as stated by Pastor Mather. Judas Iscariot was part of Jesus Christ inner circle that later made the choice to betray Jesus for 30 pieces of silver. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer more questions from starting the year right episode 58; they provide both Biblical insights and practical ways to overcome betrayal through forgiveness and the love of God. On the other hand, God's redemptive arms of love are wide open to anyone who has betrayed others. There is hope in Jesus Christ for healing and redemption.
Inner healing and freedom is possible for anyone willing to put in the hard work to be emotionally healthy. Statistics from the Boiling Point Report on mental health states that 30% have a close friend or family member who has trouble controlling their anger, 10% have trouble controlling their own anger, 80% of drivers say they have been involved in road rage incidents, 50% have overreacted to online interactions with anger, 20% have ended a relationship because of anger issues, 50% of people don't know where to seek help for their anger and 5% of people have had a physical fight with their neighbors because of anger. Anger has a root cause and addressing the root leads to inner healing. Anger is a symptom of pain that if left unaddressed leads to inner bondage emotionally. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question from the Bible and offer practical tips towards inner healing with the Holy Spirit's guidance. As always,if you need to see a therapist/counselor, we highly recommend the services of Safe Harbor Counseling Center. Visit them and make a contact today at https://safeharborcounseling.org/counselors. We love you!
New Year is typically a time for resolutions. In this episode 58 of Oasis of Hope Podcast, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer and discuss the question on some tested and proven ways to kickoff the year with results. Providing some practical ways to kickoff the year, anyone can enjoy a wonderful year with some discipline and commitment. Find out how to kickoff the year that will produce a fruitful harvest of life for you, your family and friends.
Merriam-Webster dictionary list the word gaslighting as 2022 word of the year. A behavior or pattern, gaslighting is all about control and a form of emotional abuse.In this special edition of Oasis of Hope Podcast, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti, welcome again to the podcast, Dr. Ruth Goodwin-CEO of Safe Harbor Counseling Center and one of her professional licensed counselor-Ms.Whiting to answer two questions from Oasis of Hope audience. They provide Biblical insights, professional clinical guidance and assurances on what gaslighting is and how to handle or respond to it in any relationship in a family, school, church, workplace or community at large. This is one episode to share with family and friends- be empowered to be unmovable with any gaslighting behavior or pattern from anyone. You are fearfully and wonderfully created by a God that loves you deeply! If you need to see a counselor, we highly recommend the services of Safe Harbor Counseling Center. Visit them and make a contact today at https://safeharborcounseling.org/counselors
Everyone can have joy, peace and hope during one of the most hectic seasons of the year. Advent is an avenue to having these intangible gifts not just during this season, but all year round. Advent is a special time of preparing our hearts for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ-the Savior of the world. Many celebrate that at Christmas. From having a personal discovery of Emmanuel, to a time of consecration, focused time in prayer, worship and Bible study, to renewing one's mind, advent can usher in newness in the lives of anyone that will give their heart to God. If you are new to Advent, we have a guide for you. Check out Worship Life: Not Just For Sunday. And let's journey together this Advent!
It's that time of year, when we take time to ponder our many blessings. Thanksgiving is a national holiday in the United States that started 1789 with a proclamation by President George Washington. More than the turkey and yummy desserts, the benefits of gratitude are immerse. The Mayo Clinic indicate that expressing gratitude is associated with a host of mental and physical benefits. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the Biblical benefits of giving thanks with a grateful heart. Our lives are filled with many reasons to give thanks. Let's slow down enough to give thanks for our many blessings! Happy Thanksgiving!
In this episode 54, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the alternative to Halloween. With a focal point on worship, Halleluyah Win is an intentional way to give God praise, honor and glory. Psalm 150 is a call to worship the Living God. It starts out with a declaration of worship: "Praise God in His sanctuary; praise Him in His mighty heavens." And it ends with an assurance of worship: "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord." Let's do the same!
In the era of boycotts, protests and cancel culture, how does the people of God respond? In this episode, Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti answer the question, by looking at the Bible. A culture fueled by the love of God holds a redemptive hope instead of a culture fueled by hatred. A people fueled by the love of God can rise above hatred or mob mentality by speaking truth in love towards redemption. People of God- you are the light of the world! Lead the way!
In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question about the role of the church in government. What does the Bible say to Christ followers? With examples from the lives of people in the Bible, we see that prayer and action is necessary for the church. One without the other will not be effective. With both, we see God's kingdom established in the earth. Christ followers- Ye are the light of the world!
When Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti launched the scholarship arm seven years ago (2016), their quest was to seek out young adults living out the virtues outlined in the Excellence In Character Scholarship program. From just reaching Tarrant County then, to expanding to Dallas County, the scholarship program is in its seventh year. This year's winner is Marlene Tello, a vibrant young woman who understands why serving others is critical in being grounded in a world of entitlement. Congratulations Marlene!
Mentoring has a compounding effect. A 2009 Mentoring Impact report stated that 70% of Fortune 500 companies use mentoring programs as a means of employee retention and engagement. The 2022 report states that 84% of US Fortune 500 companies have mentoring programs, 100% of US Fortune 50 companies have mentoring programs and on average US Fortune 500 companies with mentoring programs had better profits during the 2020 Covid-19 economic downturn. In this episode, Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti answer the question of how to select a mentor using the Biblical model of balanced mentoring from the life of Apostle Paul and Naomi. With mentoring in high demand in the marketplace, believers have a great opportunity to serve as Christ's ambassadors while guiding their mentees.
One of the great things about the American educational system, is the options parents have to direct the education of their children. With a variety of options that are not available in other countries, the United States spends more per student on education than any other country (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development). In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti highlight and explain the schooling options parents have. As a new school starts, it is not too late for parents to make the best schooling option for their children. We wish and pray for a great school year for everyone.
After a two year break due to the pandemic, many schools will be opening their doors to students fully for the 2022-2023 school year. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti share ten checklist for parents as they prepare for the new school year. From setting a back to school routine to seeking out counselors, it is important to both empower and equip students as they head back to school. We are wishing and praying for a great school year for everyone.
Studies show that freely giving has huge benefits- both for receivers and givers. Recipients are blessed with their needs met. Givers are blessed in their health and happiness and communities are strengthened (2010 Greater Good Project). In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question about the principle of giving and how everyone can give with great love. Let's imagine the impact for our communities when everyone gives with great love to make our communities stronger. Heart of giving is a Biblical principle that anyone can apply to live a purposeful life.
The United States of America is a beacon to the world in many ways. In the past few weeks we have seen so many tragedies, inflation, supply chain challenges, and most recent are the responses to the SCOTUS rulings. As believers, God's Word is our beacon of life, hope, joy, peace and strength. From God's Word we can have a posture that fuels joy in these days of intense debate on life topics. There is a divine antidote that fortifies inner stability and prosperity in these times. We offer Hope in the person of Jesus Christ to every heart searching for answers. Jesus Christ is the way, the truth and the life. He is near with loving outstretched hands. Try Him and you will find Him real. You are loved!
According to the recent Census data there are an estimated 72.2 million fathers in the United States. Father's Day is June 19th same day as Juneteenth this year. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti discuss the meaning of Father's Day using the Model Prayer in the Bible (Matthew 6: 9-12) and why Juneteenth is part of American history with something for everyone to learn. Happy Father's Day and Happy Juneteenth.
So much has and is happening in our world. With back to back tragic loss of innocent lives in Buffalo and Uvalde recently, in this episode Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti offer Biblical hope and encouragement. There is something unexplainable that happens when people pray and ingest God's Word. It's unexplainable to the human logic or reasoning. This is what is known as supernatural help. This is what we pray for every affected family in Buffalo and Uvalde and the communities: to experience God's comfort, embrace and peace. We offer Hope in the person of Jesus Christ to every grieving heart. He is near. He hears. And He answers.
The recent 2022 Stress in America Survey indicates that more Americans are stressed than in previous years. From supply chain challenges to the current inflation rates, many find themselves stressed out. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer three questions about what and how to bust stressors by offering some practical stress relieve habits. However, in some cases, people might need medical care above stress relieve habits. In these instances, we encourage people to visit with their primary care physicians for medical care. Please get medical help when needed.
Property taxes have been a hot topic for many concerned homeowners due to the continuous increase in property values in the last three years. In Texas, property taxes is a major source of revenue for local governments. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question about the what and how of property taxes. To help homeowners be great stewards, they provide information on how homeowners can protest their high property taxes with their county government.
In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question about the message of Easter. They discuss the simple message of the gospel and some ways believers celebrate Easter. Even from the Easter bunny, there is a message of new life that is found only in Jesus Christ because of He rose from the dead! He is alive forevermore!
In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question about the significance of Easter and its connection to Lent- a sacred time for Christians to prepare to celebrate Easter all over the world. Lent is a time to renew and nurture our faith in the faithful risen Lord. It's a time of renewed hope in the Living God. Christ's resurrection gives Christians a living hope and many more unearned eternal significance. Easter is a great time to commit to knowing God and walking with God! Everyone is welcome to come and taste of the goodness of God!
In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti welcome professional licensed counselors; Dr. Ruth Goodwin (Founder/CEO of Safe Harbor Counseling Center in Texas), Mr. Bryan McLain (retired middle school principal, now counselor) and middle school principal Mrs. Suzanne Weathers to Oasis of Hope Podcast. They answer and discuss questions on how the collective trauma of the past two years have impacted today's youth and how caring adults can provide hope. With all that is going on in our world, it is crucial to empower and equip our youth with proven and tested Biblical guidance that can help them stand, heal, and thrive in their mental health. Parents, pastors, teachers, administrators and adults can benefit from this timely conversation. Please pass it along.
In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti welcome professional licensed counselors; Dr. Ruth Goodwin (Founder/CEO of Safe Harbor Counseling Center in Texas) and Mr. Bryan McLain (retired middle school principal, now counselor) to Oasis of Hope Podcast. They answer and discuss two questions on how today's youth can stand strong in a culture of performance and have hope in the midst of devastating situations. With so much happening in our world, it is crucial to empower and equip our youth with proven and tested Biblical guidance that can help them stand, heal, and thrive in their mental health. Parents, pastors, teachers and adults can benefit from this timely conversation. Please pass it along.
In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti welcome Mrs. Suzanne Weathers (a middle school principal) to Oasis of Hope Podcast. They answer and discuss two questions on the effect of Covid 19 on public schools and education in general, from the disruption to normalcy for students, to how teachers are coping with the high level of uncertainty and ways parents can be involved in the new reality of education. We hope this episode will be insightful and empowering for teachers, students and parents.
In this special healthcare episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti welcome Dr. Layo Obamehinti (a pediatrician) to Oasis of Hope Podcast. They answer and discuss five questions on the reality of all things Covid19, what life looks like for healthcare professionals on the frontline and how parents can help their school aged children stay healthy. Covid19 is not a conspiracy, it is real. Many families have been affected. It is our hope that this episode will provide more insights for anyone that could use the information to maintain a healthy lifestyle even after the current surge is over. We love you and praying continuously for an end to all things Covid.
In this premier episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti welcome Ms. Wendy Frasier to Oasis of Hope Podcast. They answer and discuss two questions on how Christian singles can please God and how singles can honor God in all areas of their lives. Lived God's way, singleness is an opportunity season to become God's masterpiece. They share a great resource for dating and waiting God's way.
Each year comes with its own uniqueness and 2021 was no different. Despite the challenges of Covid-19, the year 2021 provided lots of opportunities to connect, expand and spread the love of God to people globally. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer two questions that focus on wrapping up the year and crossing over into the new year 2022 with a heart of thanksgiving. Close out the year strong as you march into the new year with the guidance and compass that comes from the all knowing and loving God.
Christmas season is a wonderful time of year that can be very hectic. In this episode, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer two questions on reducing stress during the holidays and making the most of this wonderful time of year. Our choices during this holiday season allows us to have a stress free holiday and enjoy the many intangible gifts of joy, peace, love and more as we focus on the reason for the season.
In this episode, Drs. Johnson & Feyi Obamehinti answer the question about advent and how this special season can usher in new things in our walk with God. Advent gives us the opportunity to prepare our hearts, spirits, souls and lives for the celebration of Christ's birth. If you are new to Advent, think of it as a time of preparation and renewal that ends in celebration of the birth of the Savior of the world (Advent is from Sunday, November 28 to Friday, December 24).