Getting Ready for Sunday, December 20, 2009

Sermon for Sunday, December 20, 2009
“That First Step”
Once we discover some principles of forgiving, how do we move forward in this process? Are there some that we need to contact? Are there some things we need to acknowledge? In this sermon, discover some simple steps in how to forgo some things and make other things right.

Set List for December 20, 2009

Glory In The Highest
Daniel Carson, Ed Cash, Matt Redman, Jesse Reeves, Chris Tomlin
From the CD “See the Morning“ by Chris Tomlin

How Great Is Our God
Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, Jesse Reeves
From the CD “Arriving“ by Chris Tomlin

The First Noel
Henry Sloane Coffin, Thomas Helmore, John Mason Neale
Traditional Hymn

Infant Holy Infant Lowly
Edith Margaret Gellibrand Reed
Traditional Hymn

Angels We Have Heard On High
James Chadwick, Edward Shippen Barnes
Traditional Hymn

Here I Am To Worship

Tim Hughes
From the CD “Here I Am To Worship” by Tim Hughes

Joy To the World
George Frederic Handel & Isaac Watts
Traditional Hymn


This is our final worship service before Christmas, so our music continues to deal a lot with the birth of our Savior. This service incorporates a lot more music than a typical service at Oasis, but I think it will be a really special time of worship. Our music this week takes us on a bit of a journey. We begin with the songs “Glory in the Highest” and “How Great is Our God” which both emphasize (of course) the greatness of our God. This will be a big time of worship as we think about who our God truly is. We continue though with a big contrast into some Christmas music which reminds us of the way our Savior came. Our God was great and above all things, but He chose to come down as a baby to be born into the most humble of settings. Through our Christmas music we are also reminded why He came, and that is to save us. We will celebrate a little with the angels and shepherds, and then move once again into a time of worship (Here I Am To Worship) with our intention to honor God, and lift Him up.
Bro. Todd will be continuing our series on “Christmas is For-giving” as we talk more about that first step of forgiveness. Once again, I’m excited about the impact this series can have on our lives entering into our Christmas celebrations. If you missed last week’s sermon, be sure to check it out online, or pick up a cd copy from the resource center. It’s definitely a must hear.
We will finish our service with a time of celebration with our kids from Children’s Worship as they will be joining us for a few Christmas songs.
I’m really pumped about this service, and expect it to be a very special time of worship as we celebrate our Savior. Take time to check out the music by clicking the titles above. As usual, I really look forward to worshipping with you this Sunday
Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, December 13, 2009

Sermon for Sunday, December 13, 2009
“What To Remember When You Can’t Forget”
What should our response be when we're hurt? What steps should we take, what example should we follow. In this sermon, we'll explore scriptures as well as our hearts to discover some simple truths to forgiving.

Set List for December 13, 2009

Angels From the Realms of Glory
James Montgomery, Henry Thomas Smart
Traditional Hymn

O Come All Ye Faithful
Frederick Oakeley & John Francis Wade
Traditional Hymn

O Come O Come Emmanuel
Henry Sloane Coffin, Thomas Helmore, John Mason Neale
Traditional Hymn

Silent Night
Joseph Mohr, John Freeman Young
Traditional Hymn

Offering
Paul Baloche
From the CD “Songs For Worship Christmas Joy” by Various Artist

Angels We Have Heard On High
James Chadwick, Edward Shippen Barnes
Traditional Hymn

We begin a new series this week entitled “Christmas is For-giving”. This series deals with the topic of forgiveness (the title of course is a play on words), which I think is a perfect for this time of year. Many of us will be getting together with family and friends during the next month to celebrate Christmas. As we get together with people; many who we only see a couple times a year, we can let past hurts get in the way of the joy that we have fought so hard for during the past series. Will you be seeing someone who has hurt you this Christmas season? More than likely the answer is yes. The good news is that God can help us to get past all the hurt of our past. I think this series will help us continue our fight for joy as we face one of the largest joy thieves of them all: Unforgiveness. Most of our music for the next couple of weeks focuses on Christmas. Many of the songs are traditional Christmas hymns that we will be putting our own Oasis flavor to, so there won’t be a lot of links to listen. Do check out the one song I have linked this week entitled “Offering”. This is a song that we have worshipped with in the past, but with a Christmas verse that has been added to really make it special for this time of year. Thanks for taking time to better prepare yourself for worship at Oasis. I look forward to worshiping with you on Sunday.
Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, December 6, 2009

Sermon for Sunday, December 6, 2009
“Going The Distance”
Fighting for joy is not a one round event, it is lifetime challenge. Each day we have to answer the bell and choose to have joy. The continual fight for joy can be exhausting unless you know how to manage the fight. Today, we will learn some keys to going the distance.

Set List for December 6, 2009

Joyful Joyful We Adore Thee
Ludwig van Beethoven, Edward Hodges, Henry Van Dyke
Traditional Hymn (done not so traditionally)

Hosanna
Paul Baloche & Brenton Brown
From the CD “A Greater Song” by Paul Baloche

There Is No Greater Love
Doug Mickan
Currently Not Available

When I Think About the Lord
James Huey
From the CD “Carried Away” by Shane & Shane

O Come All Ye Faithful
Frederick Oakeley & John Francis Wade
Traditional Hymn

Joy To The World
George Frederic Handel & Isaac Watts
Traditional Hymn

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…..well, at least towards the end of the service. This week we finish up our series “Fighting For Joy” as we talk about “Going The Distance”. Our music this week simply continues with the theme for joy, and then after the sermon we move into a little Christmas music that still has to do a lot with joy, but also starts to transition us into the next series entitled “Christmas is For-Giving”. To me, “Fighting For Joy” has been a perfect series right before Christmas time when so many people seem to have to fight even harder to be joyful. It’s supposed to be a joyous time of year as we celebrate the birth of our Savior, but statistics show that depression takes it’s toll on more people this time of the year than any other. It’s my hope that you have laced up the gloves, and are ready to fight for the joy that God has given us. Take time to check out the music above by clicking the titles. Not all the songs have links, but I’m pretty sure you will be familiar with those without a recording. Thanks for taking time to better prepare yourself for worship on Sunday. I look forward to worshiping with you then.

Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, November 29, 2009

Sermon for Sunday, November 29, 2009
“Lessons From The Mat”
All of us get knocked down sometimes. Making mistakes in life is unavoidable, but can be beneficial. Today, we will learn how to "fail forward".


Set List for November 29, 2009

Salvation Is Here
Joel Houston
From the CD “Look To You“ by Hillsong United

Rise & Sing
Steve Fee
From the CD “Hope Rising” by Fee

You Never Let Go
Matt & Beth Redman
From the CD “Beautiful News” by Matt Redman

Without You
Doug Mickan
Currently only available on Soundclick.com

Really looking forward to worshiping with you on Sunday. Be sure to take time to check out the songs in the list above by clicking the titles. Hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving, and I’ll look forward to worshipping with you on Sunday
Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, November 22, 2009

Set List for November 22, 2009

Rise & Sing
Steve Fee
From the CD “Hope Rising” by Fee

Sing Sing Sing
Chris Tomlin, Jesse Reeves, Matt Gilder, Daniel Carson, Travis Nunn
From the CD “Hello Love“ by Chris Tomlin

Today is the Day
Lincoln Brewster, Paul Baloche
From the CD “Today is the Day” by Lincoln Brewster

Glory To God Forever
Vicky Beeching & Steve Fee
From the CD “Hope Rising” by Fee

We have been experiencing some awesome times of worship at Oasis. Thanks for coming ready to participate as we give God glory for what He has done in our lives. Our music this Sunday deals a lot with celebration. This is not going to be a service for you to come to sit on your hands, and relax. We will be rejoicing the fact that our God reigns, and that through Him we can truly find joy. Be sure to check out the new song for this Sunday “Rise & Sing”. If this song doesn’t bring you to your feet, I’m not sure what will :) Thanks for taking the time to get ready for our time of worship together. I look forward to worshipping with you on Sunday.
Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, November 15, 2009

Set List for November 15, 2009

Let Everything That Has Breath
Matt Redman
From the CD “The Heart of Worship” by Matt Redman

Yes You Have
Matt Bronleewe, Jack Mooring, Leeland Morring
From the CD “Sound of Melodies“ by Leeland

All Because of Jesus
Steve Fee
From the CD “We Shine” by Steve Fee

When I Think About the Lord
James Huey
From the CD “Carry Away” by Shane & Shane

Glory To God Forever
Vicky Beeching & Steve Fee
From the CD “Hope Rising” by Fee

What an awesome day we had yesterday. Special thanks to Mary Ann for leading us in a spirit filled time of worship. Thanks to you for taking time to check out what will be happening this Sunday at Oasis. We are continuing our series on Joy, and all of our music focuses on worshiping the very creator of our Joy. Take time this week to check out the songs by clicking the titles above. We also have a special treat this week in that Mary Ann’s family will be here sharing a song of praise right before Bro. Todd brings the message. I assure you that you don’t want to miss it. Plan on being at Oasis ready to worship on Sunday. I’ll see you then!
Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, November 8, 2009

Sermon for Sunday, November 8, 2009
“Seeing The Win!”
For any athlete the primary key to success is believing that you can win. Confidence is probably more important that strength and "know how" combined. For the follower of Christ, confidence is critical to winning over the enemy. We must believe that "we can do all things through Christ"(Philippians 4:9), and that we are "More than conquers through him that loves us" (Romans 8:37).

Set List for November 8, 2009

Today Is The Day
Lincoln Brewster & Paul Baloche
From the CD “Today Is The Day” by Lincoln Brewster

No Sweeter Name
Kari Jobe
From the CD “Kari Jobe” by Kari Jobe

Yes You Have
Matt Bronleewe, Jack Mooring, Leeland Morring
From the CD “Sound of Melodies“ by Leeland

You Are My King
Billy Foote
From the CD “Adoration” by The Newsboys


I’m looking forward to our time of worship on Sunday. Mary Ann Doggett will be our worship leader, and I believe it will be an awesome time of lifting up the name of Christ. Take time to check out the songs by clicking the titles above to better prepare yourself for Sunday. As always, I look forward to worshipping with you!

Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, November 1, 2009

Sermon for Sunday, November 1, 2009
“Who’s In The Other Corner”
If we were preparing for a match in the sport of boxing, your first step would be to analyze your opposition. The win can only come when, we understand who we are up against and develop a strategy to defeat him. In this message, we will get to know Satan and how he works to steal our joy.

Set List for November 1, 2009

Marvelous Light
Charlie Hall
From the CD “Flying Into Daybreak” by Charlie Hall

Sing To The King
Billy Foote, Charles Silvester Horne
From the CD “The Best of Passion So Far” by Passion

Victory In Jesus
Eugene M. Bartlett
Traditional Hymn (done not so traditionally :)

I Am Free
Jon Egan
From the CD “Go” by The Newsboys


We start a brand new series this week entitled “Fighting For Joy”. Let’s face it, in today’s world, it is a true fight. Everything around us wants to steal our joy, but through this series we will learn how to battle through, and come out victorious. I’m very pumped about this series, and look forward to seeing God do an awesome work in my life, and in yours as well.
Our music this week deals with the fact that we are victorious if we are in Christ. Our music falls at the end of services, and will be an opportunity for us to truly celebrate our Savior and the joy He gives. Take time to listen to the music by clicking the titles above. As always, I look forward to worshiping with you on Sunday.

Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, October 25, 2009

Sermon for Sunday, October 25, 2009
“Keep It Simple”
At Oasis, we encourage that we continually evaluate the priorities of our life to avoid the dangerous traps of busyness. We encourage that by faith we live out Matthew 6:33, “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”

Set List for October 25, 2009

Marvelous Light
Charlie Hall
From the CD “Flying Into Daybreak” by Charlie Hall

All Because of Jesus
Steve Fee
From the CD “We Shine” by Fee

Help Me To Find You
Todd Fields
From the CD “Free” by Todd Fields


We finish up our series “Inside Oasis” this Sunday as we talk about the final core value of our six, “Keep It Simple”. Our lives are complicated, aren’t they? It is funny to me that we have all these technological advances to “save” us time, yet we are still busier than ever. We often take things that are simple, and overcomplicate them. For instance, have you ever had a task that takes you twice as long as it should, simply because there was surely an easier way to accomplish that task? I know that I have. The good news is that God’s plan is simple, and at Oasis we strive to remind ourselves of that. The bad news is that unless we constantly remind ourselves of the simple plan that He has, we will tend to complicate it. God says, “Seek me first, and everything else will be added”. No need for an iphone application, simply seek God first, and everything else will fall into place. Try it this week, and see what a difference spending time seeking God every day will make in your life.
This week our music deals a lot with simply focusing on God, and following His ways. Also, just to stay with our “simple” theme, I’ve scaled back the band and amount of songs we’ll be doing. Just one more way to remind us that God wants us to “keep it simple”. Take time to listen to the songs by clicking the links above. I look forward to worshipping with you on Sunday.

Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, October 18, 2009

Sermon for Sunday, October 18, 2009
“Every Member In A Ministry”
At Oasis, we believe that connecting to a church gives you opportunities to express your love for God by serving others. We believe it is our responsibility to be aggressive in seeking opportunities to use our God-given abilities. “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. (Ephesians 2:10)

Set List for October 18, 2009

The Longer I Serve Him
William J. Gaither
Traditional Hymn

Our Love Is Loud
David Crowder
From the CD “Can You Hear Us” by David Crowder Band

You’re Worthy of My Praise
David Ruis
From the CD “Our Sunday Best” by Various Artist

Song of Praise
Doug & Cindy Mickan
From the CD “Prelude” by Doug & Cindy Mickan

I’ll Give My All
Doug & Cindy Mickan
From the CD “Prelude” by Doug & Cindy Mickan

We continue our series on the 6 Core Values of Oasis Church. This Sunday we talk about how we believe every member needs to be involved in a ministry. God calls us all to serve. At Oasis we make every attempt to create opportunities for people to serve others. Our music this week deals a lot with simply loving God and giving Him the praise He is due. We worship God through our service, and if we truly love Him as we will be singing this Sunday, then service will come naturally as an act of worship. Take time this week to listen to the music in the chart above to better familiarize yourself with it for our time together on Sunday. If you are not serving in a ministry right now, there are a lot of great opportunities at Oasis to jump in. I look forward to worshiping with you on Sunday

Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, October 11, 2009

Sermon for Sunday, October 11, 2009
“Be Generous”
At Oasis, we boldly teach the importance of Biblical giving. That giving is necessary for the building of Gods kingdom and for personal joy in our own lives. Here, we are encouraged to be obedient managers of the money that God has placed in our hands. “Give and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full-pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running over, and poured into your lap. The amount you give will determine the amount you get back” (Luke 6:38).

Set List for October 11, 2009
Sing To The King
Billy Foote & Charles Silvester Horne
From the CD “We Shine” by Fee

Come Magnify The Lord
Doug Mickan
Available to listen to at soundclick.com

Indescribable
Laura Story
From the CD “Arriving” by Chris Tomlin

Wonderful Maker
Matt Redman & Chris Tomlin
From the CD “Beautiful News” by Matt Redman

I’ll Give My All
Doug & Cindy Mickan
From the CD “Prelude” by Doug & Cindy Mickan

This week we continue our series on the 6 Core values of Oasis. This week’s core value is “Be Generous”. In the world we live in we are taught to look out for ourselves, but God commands us to give to our church, and to give to others. When we give for God’s name to be advanced, he will bless our gift (and us) more than you could ever imagine. Ask God to give you a generous heart this week as you interact with others. Come ready to give of not only your finances and time this Sunday, but come ready to give your all as we worship the King of Kings. I look forward to worshiping with you Sunday.
Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, October 4, 2009

Sermon for Sunday, October 4, 2009
“Talk To People, Not About Them”
At Oasis, we place great value on resolving our differences with one another. Gossip and slander are not tolerated; instead we encourage you to talk to those who have offended you with the goal of reconciliation. We expect everyone to practice the words of Jesus in Matthew 18:15, “if another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the offense.”

Set List for October 4, 2009

We Shine
Steve Fee
From the CD “We Shine” by Fee

Faithful
Alex Nifong
From the CD “Attention” by Kristian Stanfill

Salvation Is Here
Joel Houston
From the CD “God He Reigns” by Hillsong

Give Us Clean Hands
Charlie Hall
From the CD “One Day Live” by Passion

What an awesome series this has been so far. Every week we become a little more acquainted with the heart of Oasis Church. This week we discover how we believe our relationships with others are supposed to be according to the scriptures. Take time to check out the music for Sunday by clicking the links in the set-list above. I really look forward to worshiping with you on Sunday

Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, September 27, 2009

Sermon September 27, 2009
“Be Real”
At Oasis, we believe that authenticity is what God really wants from us not a performance. You are not expected to fit a certain mold, but rather you are expected to be the person God created you to become. Our goal is to value the way God has made you. This Church echo’s the words of David in Psalm 139:14, “Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous-how well I know it.”

Set List for September 27, 2009

Be Glorified
by Louie Giglio, Jesse Reeves, Matt Redman, Chris Tomlin, Lawrence Tuttiett
From the CD “Songs 4 Worship” by Various Artist

Song of Praise
by Doug & Cindy Mickan
From the CD “Prelude” by Doug & Cindy Mickan

Children Of God
by Steven Curtis Chapman
From the CD “This Moment”by Steven Curtis Chapman

We are continuing our series “Inside Oasis” this Sunday as we talk about the second core value in our series of 6, “Be Real”. God has created everyone unique. There is no one else exactly like you. Unfortunately, so often we find ourselves wanting to be more like someone else, rather than being who God created us to be. In a world where we are always being compared to others, it’s refreshing to know that God simply wants us to be who we are. He wants us to be real, and not hide behind the mask that society wants us to wear. Though I still struggle with wanting to be like others, there is great freedom in knowing that all God wants me to be is Doug. Are you struggling with a certain mold that others (or possibly yourself) want to put you in? Take time this week to ask God to help you simply be the creation He wants you to be. I love the verse referenced above “Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous-how well I know it.”
Be sure to check out the songs in the chart above to better prepare yourself for our time of worship on Sunday. I really look forward to worshiping with you this week.

Bro. Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, September 20th

September 20, 2009 Sermon “Take It Past Sunday”
At Oasis, we believe everyday should be a day of worship, as we meditate on his word, experience his presence, pray, and live out his purpose for our lives daily. We encourage that you take the challenge of Jesus in Luke 9:23, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross daily, and follow me”.

Set List for September 20, 2009

Hosanna
Paul Baloche & Brenton Brown
from the cd “A Greater Song” by Paul Baloche

Sing, Sing, Sing
Chris TomlinDaniel, CarsonMatt Carson
Jesse Reeves, & Travis Nunn
from the cd “Hello Love” by Chris Tomlin

I Will Boast
Paul Baloche
from the cd “A Greater Song” by Paul Baloche

One Desire
Joel Houston
from the cd "Blessed" by Hillsong

Your worship leader has fallen behind on the blogging. Sorry for he delay, but we should be on track for next week.
This Sunday we begin our new series on the core values of Oasis entitled “Inside Oasis”. We will be emphasizing the core values of Oasis Church, and why we have those values. This is going to be a great series for members and guest to truly find the heartbeat of Oasis Church.
Our first core value to be covered is “Take It Past Sunday”. We believe that the Christian walk is more than coming to church on Sunday, it’s an every day experience. We need to spend time with God every day as we seek His will for our lives.
Be sure to take time to listen to the music in the chart above as you prepare yourself for worship at Oasis. I am really looking forward to worshiping with you all on Sunday.

Bro. Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, September 6th

Sermon for Sunday September 6, 2009
“Just Jump In!”
Just Jump In! Remember hearing those words when you were considering your first dive? Just leaving your feet is always the biggest challenge even in serving God. Joining a ministry team in your church can be intimadating, which is the reason many never leave their feet and jump in. Just jump in! Trust God to give you the ability and encouragement to do what needs to be done.

Set List for September 6, 2009

Everlasting God

Brenton Brown

from the cd "Everlasting God” by Brenton Brown

All Because of Jesus

Steve Fee

from the cd “We Shine” by Fee

I’ll Give My All
Doug & Cindy Mickan
from the cd “Prelude” by Doug & Cindy Mickan

Awesome service this past Sunday! Thanks to all the heroes that made it happen; both in front, and behind the scenes. This week we continue our series on “Living Beyond Myself”, and we are to the point of just jumping in. Often times we tend to over analyze things. We want to really think and pray over every detail. Prayer is a good thing, but notice what Jesus did all throughout the scriptures. When Jesus called someone to do something, He was calling them to jump in and start right then. I haven’t run across any place where Jesus tells someone, “well, just think about it for a few days and get back to me.” No, you see Jesus saying things like “go now”, “follow me”, “let the dead bury the dead”, etc… This week as you read through the study materials, and spend time with God, ask Him to show you some place to serve and jump in!

Mary Ann will be at the helm of the worship team again this Sunday. She did a great job a couple of weeks ago, and I fully expect that you will truly be blessed as she leads out in worship. Help support her Sunday by being prepared for worship. Be sure to take time to listen to the music in the chart above, and come ready to “jump in” to worship.

Bro. Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday August 9, 2009

Sermon for Sunday August 9, 2009

“The Friend’s Responsibility”

Friendship is not all fun and games. Confronting friends about destructive behavior in their life can be a risky thing, however it is our responsibility to love people enough to tell them the truth. Today, we will learn how to be accountable and hold others accountable.

Set List for August 9, 2009

Song
Author
Recording

Happy Day
Ben Cantelon Tim Hughes
“Holding Nothing Back” Tim Hughes

Friend of God
Israel Houghton Michael Gungor
“Live From Another Level” Israel Houghton

Forever
Chris Tomlin
“The Noise We Make” Chris Tomlin

Faithful
Alex Nifong
“Attention” Kristian Stanfill

We Shine
Steve Fee Louie Giglio
“We Shine” Fee


We continue our series this week “Beyond the Surface” talking about the side of friendship that most people would rather avoid. Do you love your friends enough to be able to confront them when they are wrong? We’re not just talking about personal preferences like which side of the roll the toilet paper should dispense from, or whether to push the toothpaste from the top or bottom. What we are talking about is speaking the truth in love. When a friend is going down a road that will lead them into trouble, it’s our responsibility as a friend to act. Our sermon this week tells us how we should act in such situations.

As I was thinking about the music for this service, I of course knew there wasn’t a lot to go with for such a topic. We will open up with “Happy Day” which is simply a song that celebrates the fact that Christ came that we could be with him forever. As I thought more about the topic, I was reminded that God doesn’t ask us to do anything that He doesn’t do. In John 15, Jesus calls us friends, which is where the celebration of “Friend of God” comes from in this service. God calls us “friend”, but He also confronts us when we are wrong. All throughout the scriptures you can see God confronting and disciplining those who would stray. Proverbs 3:11-12 says, “My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline and do not resent his rebuke, because the Lord disciplines those he loves.” If we are a true friend, we will gather the courage to confront those we love with the truth, even when it’s not the easiest thing to do.

“Forever” and “Faithful” are songs that declare of course God’s faithfulness, and the fact that He will never change. We will close the service with “We Shine” which is a declaration of what we intend to do as Christians, to shine the light of Christ to a darkened world.

Thanks for taking the time to check out what will be happening on Sunday. I’m really looking forward to this service. It’s been a great series, and if we truly take the message and run with it, we can turn our church, and world upside down. I look forward to seeing you Sunday.

Bro. Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, August 2, 2009

Sermon for Sunday August 2, 2009

“The Language of Friendship”

How do you say to someone, I want to be your friend, without it getting weird? Today, we will explore the biblical ways to show people that we want to be their friend.

Set List for August 2, 2009

Song
Author
Recording

Today is the Day
Lincoln Brewster Paul Baloche
“Today is the Day” Lincoln Brewster

Everything to Me
Doug & Cindy Mickan
NA

Faithful
Alex Nifong
“Attention” Kristian Stanfill

Glorify Thy Name
Donna Adkins
“Glorify Thy Name” Hosanna Music

Your Name
Paul Baloche Glenn Packiam
“A Greater Song” Paul Baloche


Sorry about not getting the blog posted last week. We where at a camp in Texas last week, and it totally got overlooked. Cindy and I leave for another camp in Missouri on Monday morning, so please keep us in your prayers as we travel and minister.

This week we are continuing our series on friendship. I don’t know about you, but God has really been speaking to me through this series and book. I pray that God helps us all make changes in the way we interact with others.

Our music this week is a lot about simply lifting up the name of God. We open up with a familiar couple of songs “Today is the Day”, and “Everything To Me” in which we proclaim how much God means to us, and our intention to worship him as a congregation. After the welcome we go into a new song entitled “Faithful” which has become one of my favorites. In a world where we are surrounded by unfaithfulness, it’s such a blessing to remember that our God is ever faithful, and always will be. We finish up the music portion of the service with “Glorify Thy Name” and another new song for Oasis entitled “Your Name”.

Take time this week to listen to the music in the chart above. I really look forward to worshiping with you on Sunday.

Bro. Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, July 19, 2009

Sermon for Sunday July 19, 2009

“Friendship Phobia’s”

Fear is the primary reason that we keep our safe distance from people. We are afraid to risk friendship with someone, because it could turn out like other experiences from our past. Today, we will look at some phobia’s that we have about getting closer to the people that God has brought into our life.

Set List for July 19, 2009

Song
Author
Recording

I Am Free
Jon Egan
“Go” Newsboys

Awesome Is the Lord
Chris Tomlin Jesse Reeves Cary Pierce Jon Abel
“See the Morning” Chris Tomlin

Marvelous Light
Charlie Hall
“Flying Into Daybreak” Charlie Hall

Be the Centre
Michael Frye
“Home” Jami Smith


We continue our series “Beyond the Surface: The Journey To Real Friendship” this week with the topic “Friendship Phobia’s”. We all have them: bad experiences with friends from our past that influence how we make friends now. This week Bro. Todd will be talking about how we can break through those fears, and get closer to those that God has place into our lives.

Our music this week deals a lot with breaking free, and allowing God to be the center of everything we do. EVERYTHING, and that includes the relationships we have with those that we come in contact with every day. God has friends for all of us, but often we let our fears get in the way of really connecting with someone who could be an incredible blessing in our lives. It’s our prayer that through the time of worship this week, you will let go of the fears you have been holding on to, and experience the freedom that only God can give.

Be sure to check out the music by clicking the links in the chart above. The better you know the music we’ll be singing, the more you can free yourself to simply worship the creator. Thanks for checking out the blog, and for taking time to prepare yourself for worship at Oasis on Sunday. I look forward to worshiping with you.

Bro. Doug

Getting Reading for Sunday, June 12, 2009

Sermon for Sunday July 12, 2009
“Completing Your Circle of Friends”

Today, we will explore the different kinds of friends that it takes to complete your circle. As we look at the life of Jesus, we will discover the different kinds of friends that he made as he was here on earth. In this message, we will give special attention to the relationship that Jesus had with Peter, James, and John and the need to have very close friends.

Set List For July 12, 2009

Song
Author
Recording

Prepare The Way Jared Anderson

“I Am Free” Ross Parsley

Hosanna
Paul Baloche Brenton Brown
“A Greater Song” Paul Baloche

Friend of God
Israel Houghton Michael Gungor
“Live From Another Level” Israel Houghton

Glorious One
Steve Fee
“We Shine” Fee

Without You
Doug & Cindy Mickan
NA

Our Love Is Loud
David Crowder
“Can You Hear Us” David Crowder Band

I’m really looking forward to our service this Sunday as we kick off a new series entitled “Beyond The Surface/ The Journey to Real Friendship”. According to Facebook I have 178 friends, but I believe friendship is more than just shooting a text every now and then (I’m not anti-Facebook, so no emails please J ) Real friendship is something that we all need in our lives, no matter who we are. And through this series we will dive beyond the surface (facebook friends?) and truly start the journey of real friendship. Try to be a part of every service in this series, and I believe God will do a great work in your life.

Be sure to take time to listen to the music in the chart above. This is the music we will be doing during our time of worship on Sunday. I really look forward to worshiping with you then!

Bro. Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, July 5, 2009

Hey everyone! Sorry for the “no blog” last week. This week we are having a time of celebration at Oasis. Our time of worship this week will be focusing on being thankful. After our time of worship, we will all get together and do something we all like to do….EAT! Our music for this week is:

“Because of Your Love” by Paul Baloche and can be found on his cd “A Greater Song”

“Forever” by Chris Tomlin which can be found on the cd ”The Noise We Make”

“I’ll Give My All” by me and Cindy which can be found on the cd “Prelude”

Take time to listen to the songs by clicking the titles above. I really look forward to celebrating with you this Sunday.
Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, June 21, 2009

Sermon for Sunday June 21, 2009

“In Over Your Head”
When we make a step of faith, God places us in situations that bigger than our human capacity. In these moments, we can feel overwhelmed, fearful, and question our decision. Rahab was certainly in over her head, but God gave her what she needed to complete her assignment.

Set List for June 21, 2009

Song
Author
Recording

Enough
Chris TomlinLouie Giglio
“Not To Us”Chris Tomlin

Speak To My Heart
Doug & Cindy Mickan
NA

Trust and Obey
John H. Sammis Daniel B. Towner
Traditional Hymn

You Never Let Go
Matt Redman Beth Redman
“Beautiful News”Matt Redman

Everlasting God
Brenton Brown Ken Riley
“Everlasting God”Brenton Brown

Salvation Is Here
Joel Houston
“Look To You”Hillsong United

So I’m laughing right now at the title of the sermon for Sunday, and realizing this is the reason for yet another short blog entry. Three letters: VBS! This is one of my favorite weeks of the year, yet definitely an overwhelming one. The really cool thing is that our VBS theme is on Faith, and not being afraid because God is with us….sound familiar? It should as this is pretty much the theme for our series on Rahab. Our kids will be singing at the opening of services to kick us off, and introduce the theme for the day. The rest of our music deals a lot with the subject of faith, and trusting God to take care of us even when we don’t understand how or why.

This week will also be a little sad for us here at Oasis as we say goodbye to a family that has been with us since the beginning. John and Christina Anderson; as you probably already know, are moving to Omaha for John’s job. The Andersons have been a big part of the Oasis family, and where the first members of the Oasis Worship Team when we began in 2002. We really appreciate their years of service, and wish them well in this new chapter of life. This will be their final service with us on Sunday, so be sure to take time to encourage them as they make this big move.

Thanks for taking time to check out what will be happening on Sunday morning. Be sure to check out the songs by clicking the links in the chart above. I look forward to worshiping with you all on Sunday.

Bro. Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, June 14th

Sermon for Sunday June 14, 2009

“Moving Beyond Yourself”
When God is moving us in a particular direction, our tendency is to ask, “how will this effect me?” Selfishness often keeps us from being obedient to God. We must get over ourselves, if we are going to follow God. Today, we will see how Rahab risked it all to help others and to be obedient to God.

Set List for June 14, 2009

Song
Author
Recording

Indescribable
Laura Story
“See the Morning”Chris Tomlin

There Is No Greater Love
Doug Mickan
NA

When I Think About the Lord
James Huey
“Carry Away”Shane & Shane

Hosanna
Paul BalocheBrenton Brown
“A Greater Song”Paul Baloche

I Could Sing of Your Love Forever
Martin Smith
“Cutting Edge”Delirious

My Cry For Mercy
John & Christina Anderson
NA

To God Be the Glory
Fanny CrosbyWilliam Doane
Traditional Hymn

What a great start to our series about Rahab on Sunday! I’m really looking forward to the next 3 weeks of the series. Due to VBS, Camps, etc… Our blogs will probably be a shorter than normal, so please bear with me for the next few weeks. I am very excited about Sunday as we go Acoustic/Djembe` this week. Be sure to check out the music in the chart above so you can be better prepared for Sunday. “Hosanna” is another new song to Oasis, so spend a little extra time on that one. Also Sunday night we kick off VBS Crocodile Dock! We’ll be “Rockin” this dock, so stop on by to see some awesome times of worship. I’ll look forward to worshiping with you Sunday.

Bro. Doug

Getting Ready for Sunday, June 7, 2009

Sermon for Sunday, June 7, 2009
“Getting Past the Past”

Rahab was a prostitute. She had a past that was not pretty, but when she put her faith in God the past was forgotten, and God plotted a course for her future. Rahab was able to break free from a life that was holding her down. Today, we will look at how faith can move us forward toward God’s plan for our future.

Set List for June 7, 2009

Song
Author
Recording

He is Exalted
Twila Paris
“He Is Exalted”Twila Paris

Rising
Paul Baloche/Matt Redman
“A Greater Song”Paul Baloche

All Because of Jesus
Steve Fee
“We Shine”Fee

The Highest and the Greatest
Tim HughesNick Herbert
“Holding Nothing Back”Tim Hughes

How Great Thou Art
Stuart K. Hine
Traditional Hymn

Trading My Sorrows
Darrell Evans
“The Best of Darrell Evans”Darrell Evans

I’m a little late with the blog this week due to getting caught up from being on vacation last week. So I’ll be brief. I am really excited about this new series as we begin looking at the life of Rahab. Faith is something we all need more of, and it is evident that Rahab is a person of faith that we can learn from. This week our music celebrates God for who He is, and for what He has done for us. Take time to listen the music by clicking the links in the chart above. I look forward to worshipping with you on Sunday

Bro. Doug