Paul wants Christians to understand something very fundamental in this chapter. God made us all unique and there will be differences within the body of Christ. These differences are never to divide us but to unify us as we allow God to supernaturally take over our fellowship with one another.The post Embracing Diversity While Promoting Unity (Romans 14:1-23) first appeared on The Oasis.

This passage continues the principles that remind us of our responsibility in this world as Christians. We are reminded that we really can do the most difficult things God asks us to do when we allow Him to do these things through us. We just have to do it.The post Just Do It! (Romans 13:1-14) first appeared on The Oasis.

Because God calls us to live in such close connection to one another as brothers and sisters in Christ, we are compelled to listen to God’s advice on relating to one another. Otherwise we will never sustain our relationships long enough to be of eternal value.The post Doing Relationship God’s Way (Romans 12:9-21) first appeared on The Oasis.

Paul examines the meaning and means by which one expresses worship to God. It may surprise many how Paul defines worship in this passage.The post What Is Real Worship? (Romans 12:1-8) first appeared on The Oasis.

In this passage of Scripture we are able to peer into the mind of God with regard to His dealings with the nation of Israel. Their future, which is part of God’s unchanging purpose for His people, should give us hope to face each day as well.The post The Restoration of Israel (Romans 11:1-36) first appeared on The Oasis.

Paul exhorts his readers to call on the Lord for salvation. He is accessible to all by faith. People need to hear this good news and we need to proclaim this good news. God is near us through the word He has given.The post God Is Near (Romans 10:1-21) first appeared on The Oasis.

In Romans, Chapter 9, Paul reveals the destiny of the nation of Israel. It is a destiny that is the product of both God’s sovereignty and man’s responsibility.The post Israel’s Destiny (Romans 9:1-33) first appeared on The Oasis.

In this overview of the book of Job, we are given the wisdom we need to navigate the trials of life and keep our heads about us as we go through suffering.The post August 24, 2014 – Ancient Wisdom (The Book of Job) first appeared on The Oasis.

Paul concludes this great chapter on living in the Spirit by revealing the victory that we have through Jesus. We do not have to live as victims as many choose to today. We can live as victors and Paul details the reasons why.The post Living In Victory (Romans 8:31-39) first appeared on The Oasis.

Paul describes for Christians just how beneficial life in the Spirit is and how vital it is for followers of Jesus to begin navigating life with the Holy Spirit.The post Life With the Spirit (Romans 8:18 – 30) first appeared on The Oasis.