Episodes

According to a Barna survey conducted in 2021, many American parents are concerned about their children's spiritual development. Parents with a heart for their child's or children's relationship with God are establishing an everlasting legacy of faith. The survey explained the challenge the church is facing with "dropouts" similar to students who drop out of school. However, the difference of students that who drop out of school, can always go back and finish their education. Church dropouts, on...

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 th...

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...

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 w...

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 o...

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 computer problems with anger, 20% have ended a relationship because of anger issues, 50% of people don'...

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 gu...

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...

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...

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 ...

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 answ...