The Programs

Oasis7 Center

 

Educational Opportunities

 

 

Planned Core Curriculum Courses

 

 

 

Bible Literacy

Acquiring:

• ·A systematic overview of the major themes and flow of the Bible story from Genesis to Revelation
• ·A simplified grasp of the basics of Bible chronology
• ·A familiarity with the major characters and events of Old and New Testaments

 

 

Methods of Effective Bible study

• · Understanding the structure of the modern Bible
• · Introduction to the issues relevant to choosing translations
• · Using basic reference works such as concordances and Bible dictionaries
• · Systematic reading through the whole Bible in one year or less
• · Introduction to various methods of more detailed study: Chronological, topical, life-application, etc.

 

Basics of sound biblical exegesis

• ·Recognizing and understanding the characteristics of the varieties of biblical writing styles, from prophetic to poetic
• ·Rudimentary basics of Hebrew and Greek that typically trip up new Bible students
• ·Applying sound inductive and deductive reasoning to issues of interpretation

 

Doctrinal foundations

• ·Basics of salvation
• ·Basics of Christian living
• ·Fundamental Doctrines

 

 

Thinking 101

Principles of Logic and Sound Reasoning

 

Reaching Out 101

Using the principles of effective communication in sharing the Gospel and ministering to the needs of others

• Informal / Interpersonal
• Formal / Public speaking
• Spoken
• Written
• Mass media

 

Hi-Tech 101

Exploration of the ways Media and Technology can be used effectively in service to congregational needs and spreading the Gospel

 

Serving in Leadership Roles

Principles and methods of truly godly leadership

   

Spreading the News

Principles and methods of effective evangelism

 

Fishers of Men

Principles and methods of discipling new believers

 

Organizational Skills

• · Applying organizational principles to your personal daily living: Time management and more
• · Applying organizational principles to group cooperation to achieve group goals

 

Operating in Your Gifts

Recognizing, developing, and applying your natural and spiritual gifts to evangelism, discipleship, leadership, and fellowship

 

 

 

 

***Everybody involved full time at the Oasis7 Center will be expected to go through all the Core Curriculum Courses themselves, so they are prepared to eventually lead the courses with others if the opportunity or need arises. We “work out the bugs” and improve the material by going through it together!

 

The most effective method of study of these materials would be in a live, interactive learning setting. But we expect to also make the “lecture” sections of the courses available as soon as possible in video form on DVD and over the Internet, combined with printable study and discussion guides.

Oasis7 Center

 

Multimedia Projects

 

 

The following projects are currently in various stages of production. Many other topics are envisioned for future productions.

 

Doctrinal Video Series : Documentary style

 

A Closer Look at Hell  

 

The teaching that the vast majority of mankind that have ever lived are destined to suffer eternal torment in Hell has held sway in most Christian denominations since shortly after the time of Christ. Although the historical Church of God understanding on this topic has rejected this doctrine, few realize just how powerfully that understanding could be used in evangelism. This video documentary series explores the history and psychology that have been the foundation for the vast mythology that has grown up around the topic. Only when you fully understand why so many have accepted the common doctrine regarding Hell can you most effectively help set minds free from it. Just throwing a few proof texts at those whose minds are in bondage to this hellish doctrine is not going to do the job.

 

A Closer Look at Hell is aimed at the general public, clearly establishing—through a series of lively segments that examine history, popular mythology, theology, and the Bible—the problems inherent in this doctrine. At the same time, this series can give those who already understand the issues a comprehensive, structured overview of the topic that will equip them to discuss the issues knowledgeably with others.

 

 

Times of Refreshing:  Introductions to the Weekly Sabbath and Annual Feasts and Holy Days of the Bible

 

Many Christians are surprised to learn that the biblical Feasts and Holy Days, including the weekly seventh-day Sabbath, are relevant to Christians. After all, they seem to many, on just a surface reading of the Old Testament, to be related only to the system of priesthood rituals and sacrifices connected to the ancient Israelites and their Tabernacle or Temple. But each one of these Feasts and Holy Days has many lessons built in to the observance: lessons about history, the future, prophecy, the ways of God, and the truths of the Bible. And, most important of all, each one points directly to—foreshadows—our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. As a complete set, these celebrations teach about His life, death, resurrection, empowerment of His church with the Holy Spirit, His eventual Return as King of Kings and Lord of Lords, and the eternal destiny of those who are His when He returns.

 

God did not intend these Feasts and Holy Days to be times of solemn, gloomy, boring “religious rituals.” He intended for them to be real Times of Refreshing. He intended for them to be, in one sense, regular “family reunions” of those who call Him Father, and who call Jesus Elder Brother. He intended His people to have fun at these times, rejoicing in many ways including singing, feasting, laughing, enjoying camaraderie among people of all ages. They are not times when just individual families stay in their isolated homes to have small parties, but rather times when all the members of the “Family of God” in an area get together and celebrate.

 

This video series examines the biblical foundation of the annual cycle of these celebrations, focusing on the lessons of each as they occur during the year. It also introduces a variety of styles of modern celebration of these observances.

 

 

Discipleship Video Series

 

Each One Teach One Discipleship Course: Sixteen-lesson series with discussion guides

 

It is not the goal of these discipleship lessons to make “members” for any organization out of those who study the lessons. The goal is rather to help individuals grow spiritually, and bear fruit as disciples of Christ.

 

The discipleship lessons of many denominations cover such topics as the life of the denomination’s founder, details of required denominational doctrinal beliefs, prescriptions for approved “life style” (hair lengths, skirt lengths, etc.), and behavioral expectations (How much Bible Study is enough? How much prayer is enough?)

 

These discipleship lessons do not follow this pattern. These lessons cover broad Biblical principles which are vital for a growing Christian. They are divided into four areas of emphasis:

 

1. FAITH THAT LOOKS UP:  Establishing your faith in God

2. FAITH THAT GROWS UP:   Growing in your faith

3. FAITH THAT LIFTS UP: Learning to share your faith

4. FAITH THAT BUILDS UP:  Participating in the “Household of faith”

 

These lessons will enable the student to:

 

· Understand the basics of faith in God through the Savior Jesus Christ

· Gain assurance as a child of God

· Realize the importance of spiritual growth and maturity

· Prepare to lead others to faith in God through Jesus

· Prepare for positions of service in the Body of Christ

 

Although the format of the lessons lends itself to individual, independent study, their ideal use would be in an interactive setting. Students are encouraged to use them as a tool to work with other individuals or small study groups. And after each student has studied the material to aid in his or her own growth as a disciple, each is encouraged to find one or more new people and use the material again in discipling—Each One Teach One.

 

 

Basics of Bible Literacy: Ongoing lesson series with discussion guides

 

This series includes:

• · Bible Study Tool Kit: Several lessons with tips on choosing and using Bibles and Bible reference works
• · It’s About Time: Biblical Chronology Made Easy: Eight lessons with discussion guides covering a quick and simple method for sorting through the chronological flow of biblical events.
• · EZ-VU Bible Big Picture: Ongoing lessons providing a simple and systematic overview of the major themes, characters, events, and flow of the Bible story from Genesis to Revelation

 

Christian Daily Living Video Series

 

Behind Enemy Lines

 

A twelve-lesson series equipping Christians to recognize and resist the strategies Satan uses against the people of God

 

Beyond Belief: Accepting Jesus as Lord of Your Life

 

A seven-lesson series exploring how to submit to Jesus as Lord of your Time, Mind, Body, Emotions, Relationships, Resources, and More.

 

Bible Q&A

 

An ongoing series of lessons exploring common questions about Bible topics. Sample titles:

 

What Is Sin?

Why Does God Talk Weird?(Examining Bible translation issues)

Why Does the Bible Say to Fear God?

How Can You Be Sure God Exists?

 

 

Basics of Congregational Health Video Series

 

Flea Powder for Itching Ears

Dealing with those who attempt to aggressively promote what they believe to be “Astounding New Truth”

 

Conflict Prevention

Limiting the need for congregational “conflict resolution” through building “conflict prevention” into congregational planning

 

 

Evangelism: Short Videos for Youtube

 

The Oasis7 Center will be continually working on the creation of simple but catchy, creative, and contemporary Youtube videos for outreach.