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Oasis City is a dynamic church, meeting in the Cowichan Valley. We believe there is Hope for tomorrow and Healing from yesterday. Everyone’s Invited. Wherever you are on your journey, there’s a place for you here! Come as you are; we want to help you become the person God created you to be. You can always expect engaging worship, practical teaching, authentic community, and a fun and safe environment for your kids.

  1. 14 hrs ago

    He's Still In Your Boat

    What do we do when the storm hits and the water starts rising? This message takes us into one of the most vivid and relatable scenes in all of Scripture — the moment when Jesus and his disciples are caught in a fierce storm on the lake, found in Luke 8:22-25. Jesus had personally said 'let's cross to the other side,' and yet the storm came anyway. That tension is at the heart of what we explore together: the fact that smooth and safe are not the same thing. Being in the will of God does not guarantee calm waters. Sometimes obedience leads us directly into the storm. The disciples were experienced sailors, not novices, and they were still terrified. So what does that say to us when we find ourselves overwhelmed despite doing everything right? It says we are in good company, and more importantly, it says we are not alone. Jesus was in the boat the whole time. He had not abandoned them. He had not forgotten the destination. His presence in the boat was the guarantee that they would reach the other side. That same truth applies to every storm we are facing right now — in our marriages, our finances, our health, our families. He is still in our boat.

  2. 16 hrs ago

    Build Your Belief

    What happens when we come down from the mountain of a powerful spiritual experience and walk straight into the mess of real life? That is exactly the tension we explore in this message drawn from Mark chapter 9, where Jesus descends from the Mount of Transfiguration and immediately encounters a desperate father, a suffering child, and a crowd caught up in argument rather than action. The central lesson is striking: the Father's business is not debate, it is deliverance. We are challenged to ask ourselves whether our faith is producing real results in the lives of hurting people around us, or whether we have become so absorbed in theological sparring that we have lost sight of the person crying out for help. The story of the demonized boy reminds us that the world is still full of people asking one urgent question: can you help me? And the answer, rooted in the resurrection power of Jesus, is an overwhelming yes. This message calls us to stop spectating and start participating in the work of bringing freedom, healing, and hope to those who need it most.

  3. 23 hrs ago

    Already Blessed With Authority

    What if the greatest obstacle standing between us and the life God has for us is simply not knowing who we already are? This message digs into Ephesians chapter one with a bold and clarifying claim: we are not blessed because of how we feel, how much is in our bank account, or how well life is going. We are blessed because of who we are in Christ. The apostle Paul describes how God has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms, and that even before the world was made, we were chosen and loved. That is not a small idea. That is a foundation-shifting truth. When we start from that place and work outward, rather than waiting for circumstances to confirm our worth, everything begins to change. Gratitude becomes not just a nice habit but a gateway, opening us up to hear from God, to see his plans, and to step into the fullness of what he has prepared. The sermon draws a vivid picture of the authority structure God has established, with Christ as the head of the church and us as his body on earth. That means his authority is not something we earn through striving or spiritual performance. It is delegated power, received through the new birth and activated as we align our thinking with his. This is an invitation to stop disqualifying ourselves and start walking in what has already been given.

  4. 23 hrs ago

    Stop Striving, Start Receiving

    What if the greatest obstacle to living a life of purpose is not a lack of direction, but a posture of striving rather than receiving? This message cuts straight to the heart of that tension. Drawing from Ephesians 1:3, which declares that we are already blessed with every spiritual blessing in Christ, we are challenged to stop chasing what God has already placed in our hands. The shift from striving to receiving is not passive -- it is a deeply active, humble decision to trust that God is the supplier and we are the vessels. Like the widow in 2 Kings 4, whose oil kept flowing as long as there were empty jars to fill, the miracle is already present in what we have been given. The question is whether we are willing to open up more containers. We were not made to strive for significance. We were made to live on purpose -- as witnesses, as warriors revealing God's wisdom in the spaces we occupy, and as worshipers who let every pursuit lead back to the holiness of God.

  5. Jul 27

    Already Blessed

    Are you living from the truth that you are already blessed in Christ? In this message from the Too Good to Forget series, we explore Ephesians 1 and Psalm 103 to remember the goodness of God and the spiritual blessings He has already given to every believer. When life feels chaotic, discouraging, or uncertain, God’s Word reminds us that our identity is not defined by what we see, feel, or face. If you are in Christ, you are blessed with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places. This message will encourage you to live with confidence, discernment, faith, and assurance in the goodness of God. In this sermon, you’ll be encouraged to: - Understand what it means to be already blessed - See yourself as a saint in Christ, not defined by your past - Recognize the spiritual reality behind what happens in the natural world - Grow in spiritual discernment - Trust the promises and blessings established in God’s throne room - Remember that salvation through Jesus brings forgiveness, purpose, and eternal hope Scripture references include Psalm 103, Ephesians 1:3-14, and 1 Corinthians 2:9-14. If this message encouraged you, like this video, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to be reminded of God’s goodness today. For more information or to connect with Oasis City, visit:   https://oasiscity.ca   Email: info@oasiscity.ca #AlreadyBlessed #GoodnessOfGod #Ephesians1 #ChristianSermon #OasisCityChurch #SpiritualBlessings #IdentityInChrist #FaithMessage #JesusSaves #Psalm103

  6. Jul 20

    Sozo, So Good

    Most Christians think "salvation" just means being forgiven and going to heaven. But the Bible paints a much bigger picture. In this message, "Sozo, So Good," we explore the New Testament word sozo and the Old Testament word shalom, and how together they reveal God's heart for complete wholeness: spirit, soul, body, and relationships. This isn't just about escaping hell. It's about: Freedom from the penalty of sinFreedom from the power of sinHealing from sickness and diseaseDeliverance from demonic oppressionPeace and wholeness - "nothing missing, nothing broken"KEY THEMES IN THIS MESSAGE: What sozo really means in the New Testament: save, heal, deliver, and make wholeHow shalom is more than peace - it is total well-being and orderWhy Jesus' atonement, His work on the cross, includes healing and deliverance, not just forgivenessThe tension of "already and not yet" - being saved and being saved, healed and being healedHow the human will, the Holy Spirit, and spiritual warfare interact in deliveranceWhy James 5 calls the church to pray, confess, anoint with oil, and believe for healingLiving as people who draw from the "well of salvation" by faith every dayMAIN SCRIPTURES: Psalm 103:1-5 - "Forget not all His benefits..."Isaiah 53:4-5 and 1 Peter 2:24 - "By His stripes we are healed"John 3:16-17 - Saved (sozo), not condemnedEphesians 2:8 - Saved by grace through faithRomans 10:9-10 - Believing and confessing to be savedLuke 8 - The demonized man set freeMatthew 9:20-22 - The woman with the issue of blood healedMark 6:53-56 - "As many as touched Him were made well/whole"James 5:13-16 - The prayer of faith will save the sick1 Corinthians 1:18 - The message of the cross is the power of God to those who are being savedYOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: Biblical salvation (soteriology): why it is more than a ticket to heavenSozo and healing: how the same word used for "saved" is also used for "healed" and "delivered"Deliverance and demons: why your will, empowered by the Holy Spirit, is stronger than demonic powerAtonement and the curse: how Jesus not only paid the penalty but reversed the curseFaith and the prayer of faith: drawing from God's grace for salvation, healing, and freedomWalking in wholeness: what "nothing missing, nothing broken" looks like in everyday lifeThis message is for you if you are: Tired of a shallow view of the gospelHungry to understand what Jesus really paid forWrestling with sickness, bondage, or inner brokennessLonging for more of the Holy Spirit and the power of God in your lifeThis message will stretch your theology and stir your faith. KEY PHRASES AND TOPICS COVERED: Biblical meaning of sozoWhat is shalom in the Bible?Healing in the atonementCan Christians experience deliverance from demons?How to pray the prayer of faith (James 5)Wholeness: spirit, soul, and body"Nothing missing, nothing broken" ChristianityKingdom now and kingdom not yetSaved, delivered, and healed in ChristThe role of the Holy Spirit in lasting freedomPRAYER FOCUS: Personal salvation and freedom from the penalty and power of sinPhysical and emotional healingDeliverance from spiritual oppressionGod's shalom for marriages, families, and relationshipsIf this message helps you: Like the videoSubscribe for more Bible-based teaching on healing, deliverance, and the kingdom of GodShare it with someone who needs to know that salvation is more than they thought"Bless the Lord, O my soul... who forgives all your iniquities, who heals all your diseases..." - Psalm 103:1-3 #Sozo #BiblicalHealing #Deliverance #Salvation #Soteriology #Shalom #Isaiah53 #Psalm103 #HolySpirit #HealingInTheAtonement #PrayerOfFaith #ChristianSermon #GospelOfTheKingdom #FreedomInChrist

  7. Jul 6

    Don't Forget His Benefits

    What if everything we need from God is already available to us, but we've been picking and choosing which blessings to accept? This powerful exploration of Psalm 103 challenges us to embrace ALL of God's benefits, not just the ones we feel comfortable receiving. The message centers on five transformative benefits: forgiveness of iniquities, healing of diseases, redemption from destruction, being crowned with favor, and satisfaction with good things. The distinction between sin and iniquity is particularly striking—while sin represents individual acts of missing the mark, iniquity describes generational patterns that can be transmitted through family lines. Yet God's forgiveness extends to both, digging out not just what we see above ground but the root systems beneath. Perhaps most challenging is the call to believe that forgiveness and healing go together like a one-two punch—we cannot accept one while rejecting the other. The sermon confronts our tendency toward internal condemnation that prevents us from receiving healing, reminding us that when the Father looks at us, He sees His forgiven children, not our past failures. This isn't about earning anything through perfection; it's about understanding that grace operates on a different economy altogether—one where God chooses to lavish His benefits on us simply because He loves us.

  8. Jun 29

    Too Good To Forget

    This powerful message challenges us to move beyond half-hearted worship and engage with God using our entire being—body, soul, and spirit. Drawing from Psalm 103, we're reminded that blessing the Lord requires intentional effort, especially when our emotions aren't cooperating. The Hebrew word 'barak' means to bless, praise, and remember joyfully that God is the source of all our blessings. We discover that David had to command his own soul to praise God, revealing a profound truth: we have the power to direct our will toward worship regardless of how we feel. The sermon explores multiple Hebrew words for praise—from 'halal' (to make joyful noise) to 'todah' (offering thanks in advance for what God will do)—showing us that authentic worship involves sound, movement, raised hands, instruments, and corporate celebration. This isn't about cultural preference but about giving God what He desires. When we understand that our bodies are not our own and that everything we have belongs to God, we can authentically declare 'all that is within me, bless His holy name.' The challenge before us is clear: will we allow our souls to dictate our praise, or will we take authority over our emotions and worship Him with everything we are?

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Oasis City is a dynamic church, meeting in the Cowichan Valley. We believe there is Hope for tomorrow and Healing from yesterday. Everyone’s Invited. Wherever you are on your journey, there’s a place for you here! Come as you are; we want to help you become the person God created you to be. You can always expect engaging worship, practical teaching, authentic community, and a fun and safe environment for your kids.

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    Oasis City
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
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