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Campus Focus

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Welcome to the sermon podcast of Campus Focus, the college ministry of The Chapel in Akron, OH. Campus Focus meets on Thursday nights at 7:30, where we dive into what the Bible says about the big questions of life and how the answers to those questions affect us in our day-to-day living. For more information, visit campusfocus.org.

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Episodes

  1. An Observant Witness

    We share the gospel more effectively when we learn to connect its truth to the questions and struggles of others. Acts 17:16-34 Nate Brawn | October 15, 2026

  2. Doug Pollock (author of “God Space”)

    This night, we were joined by author and speaker, Doug Pollock. Doug Pollock | October 8, 2026

  3. Qualified Service

    We all have a part to play in building God’s kingdom. Acts 6:1-7 Dan Cooper | September 24, 2026

  4. Ground-Shaking Boldness

    Just as God answered the early Church then, we can have confidence that if we ask for boldness to speak the Word of God, we will also receive it and be empowered by the Spirit to do it. Acts 4:1-31 Dan Cooper | September 17, 2026

  5. Promise and Power

    The early events of the book of Acts sent shockwaves through the 1st century, and they’re still felt today. Acts 1-2 Dan Cooper | September 10, 2026

  6. Sent

    Those that have been satisfied in Christ are also sent by Christ. John 4:31-42 Dan Cooper | September 3, 2026

  7. Satisfied

    Each of us have so-called “wells” and “water jars” we come back to in our pursuit of satisfaction. Jesus calls us to lay down our water jars and receive ultimate satisfaction in Him. John 4:1-30 Dan Cooper | August 27, 2026

  8. The Finale 2026

    The final CF of the 2025-2026 school year and night of celebrating and remembering all that God has done this year. Featuring: Hailey B., David B., Charlie A., Skylar H., Matt H., Gabby F., Dylan L., Bri R,. Frank M., and Emily S.

  9. Spirit-Walk

    In the tug of war between our flesh and the Holy Spirit’s influence, we can freely walk by the Spirit by the power of the Spirit. Galatians 5:13-26 Dan Cooper | April 23, 2026

  10. Spirit-Filled

    If we want more of the power of the Holy Spirit than we have now, we must be willing to surrender ourselves to Him afresh each and every moment. Ephesians 5:18-21 Josiah Callahan | April 16, 2026

  11. Grieving God, Quenching the Flame

    When we neglect the Holy Spirit, we both grieve Him and quench the work He’s seeking to do in and through us. Ephesians 4:25-32, 1 Thessalonians 5:14-22 Dan Cooper | April 9, 2026

  12. Third Person Perspective

    When we neglect the work of the Spirit in our lives, perhaps, it’s because we don’t have a proper understanding of who the Spirit is. John 14:15-17 Dan Cooper | April 2, 2026

  13. Offerings of Obedience

    Though the temptation to sin remains strong, followers of Jesus are free from sin’s mastery and have the ability to choose who we offer our obedience to. Romans 6:6-23 Dan Cooper | March 19, 2026

  14. Marriage Goals

    God has not left us alone to figure out what to look for in a future husband or wife. His Word shows us His standard. Proverbs 31:10-31, Ephesians 5:22-33 Dan Cooper | March 12, 2026

  15. Toying With Temptation

    The desire for intimacy will always be present in our dating pursuits, so we must fight to protect and preserve what God has waiting for us in marriage. 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 Dan Cooper | March 5, 2026

  16. Clarity is Kindness

    If marriage is the goal of dating, and the process that helps us get there is seeking clarity in dating, then we must be truthful in our dating pursuits. Ephesians 4:17-25 Dan Cooper | February 26, 2026

  17. Wisdom of the Crowd

    When we desire something deeply like love, sometimes our hearts blind us when we’re moving in the wrong direction. For this reason, we need other wise, godly voices speaking into our dating pursuits. Hebrews 3:12-13 Dan Cooper | February 19, 2026

  18. Ready or Not?

    In our dating pursuits, our primary concern is often who we’re dating while God’s primary concern is who we’re becoming. 1 Peter 1:13-16, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-3a Dan Cooper | February 12, 2026

  19. Pray the Word

    God has spoken to us first through His Word, so when we pray the Word, we’re continuing a conversation He has already started. Daniel 9:1-19 Tim Marrero | February 5, 2026

  20. Meditate on the Word

    In a world that seeks to distract us from the truth of God’s Word, meditating on God’s Word transforms our hearts and enables us to live it out. Psalm 1 Dom Verdell | January 29, 2026

  21. The “Big 3” of Bible Engagement

    The three primary ways we engage the Bible is through sitting under the teaching of God’s Word, reading God’s Word, and studying God’s Word. 2 Timothy 3:16-4:2 Dan Cooper | January 22, 2026

  22. God-Breathed

    The God of the universe has spoken to us through His Word, which compels us to engage it and live it. 2 Timothy 3:10-17 Dan Cooper | January 15, 2026

  23. From Death To Life

    Through Jesus, we have been brought from death to life. Baptism is a symbolic, outward representation of that inward change in us. Matthew 28:18-20, Colossians 2:6-15 Dan Cooper | December 4, 2025

  24. Nothing Can Separate

    Our present circumstances have the potential to stir up doubts toward God’s love for us, but it’s an unmistakable truth that nothing and no one can separate us from Him. Romans 8:31-39 Dan Cooper | November 20, 2025

  25. God-Honoring Giving

    Just as God has been generous toward us in every way, we are called to be generous. We give back to God a portion of what He has given to us as an act of worship and thanksgiving. 2 Corinthians 8:1-5, 9:6-15 Dan Cooper | November 13, 2025

  26. Money = A Terrible god

    Because of the prominent role money plays in our lives, it’s tempting to view and pursue it beyond where we’re meant to. Money is good but makes a terrible god. Matthew 6:19-24, 1 Timothy 6:6-10 Dan Cooper | November 6, 2025

  27. The Covenant Renewed

    Despite the unfaithfulness of God’s people, God has provided a mediator, so that we may dwell in His presence under a new covenant. Exodus 33-34 Nate Brawn | October 30, 2025

  28. The Golden Calf

    In our waiting, we’re tempted to compromise and make an idol out of what pre-maturely offers us what we’re waiting for, but nothing can replace God as our ultimate Provider. Exodus 32 Dan Cooper | October 23, 2025

  29. The Ten Commandments

    God graciously rescues His people to dwell in His holy presence, revealing His power and directing them through His Word to love Him — all through the Mediator He provides. Exodus 19-20:21 Dom Verdell | October 16, 2025

  30. The Parting of the Red Sea

    God miraculously parted the Red Sea to deliver Israel from Egypt. In the same way, Jesus miraculously died and rose again for our sake to deliver us from our sin. Exodus 12:33-14:31 Dan Cooper | October 9, 2025

  31. The Passover

    Though God’s judgment over sin is death for all of us, He has provided a means of life through the blood of the Lamb, Jesus. Exodus 12:1-32 Scott Gurley | October 2, 2025

  32. The Ten Plagues

    The ten plagues in Egypt were a judgment from God on those who harden their hearts toward Him and foreshadow a greater, future judgment to come. Exodus 7-11 Alan Bowdler | September 25, 2025

  33. God Calls & Qualifies Moses

    Though Jesus has put to death our old selves, we still have a responsibility to live out that reality by putting off our old selves and putting on our new selves. Exodus 3-4:17 Dan Cooper | September 18, 2025

  34. Intro to Moses

    Though Jesus has put to death our old selves, we still have a responsibility to live out that reality by putting off our old selves and putting on our new selves. Exodus 1-2 Dan Cooper | September 11, 2025

  35. The Truth About Joy

    Though Jesus has put to death our old selves, we still have a responsibility to live out that reality by putting off our old selves and putting on our new selves. 1 John 2:1-6 Dan Cooper | September 4, 2025

  36. The Truth About Life

    Though Jesus has put to death our old selves, we still have a responsibility to live out that reality by putting off our old selves and putting on our new selves. 1 John 1 Dan Cooper | August 28, 2025

  37. The Finale 2025

    The final CF of the 2024-2025 school year and night of celebrating and remembering all that God has done this year. Featuring: Cassie M., Darius O., Eva P., Ella W., Ay’Shawn C., Luke K., Claire M., Ian H., Alanna T., and Andrew C.. May 1, 2025

  38. Partners in the Gospel

    The Lord places certain people in our lives at different times and in different seasons for a purpose. We can find them, embrace them, and pursue Jesus with them as partners in the gospel. Colossians 4:7-18 Dan Cooper | April 24, 2025

  39. Mission-Driven Living Requires Kingdom Role Models

    There are people around us who we can look to and learn from as examples of following Jesus and living on mission for Him. Colossians 4:2-6 Dom Verdell | April 17, 2025

  40. For the Lord, Not People

    No matter what role and relationship we find ourselves in, we can live out the “new self” and do everything in the name of Jesus. Colossians 3:18-4:1 Dan Cooper | April 10, 2025

  41. Dress For Success

    Though Jesus has put to death our old selves, we still have a responsibility to live out that reality by putting off our old selves and putting on our new selves. Colossians 3:1-17 Dan Cooper | April 3, 2025

  42. Be On Guard

    The threat of false teaching is just as much alive for us today as it was for the Colossians, but a strong foundation in Jesus allows us to persevere. Colossians 2:8-23 Dan Cooper | March 20, 2025

  43. Struggle for the Gospel

    God’s revealed mystery brings riches beyond compare and leads us to respond with thanksgiving. Colossians 1:24-2:7 Scott Gurley | March 13, 2025

  44. Who Is Jesus?

    What we believe about Jesus—who He is and what He has done—is the single most important take we can have on anything and will determine the trajectory and outcome of our life. Colossians 1:15-23 Dan Cooper | March 6, 2025

  45. Thanksgiving and Encouragement

    Paul’s prayer for the Colossians serves an example and shows us how we can prioritize praying for and encouraging those around us. Colossians 1:1-14 Dan Cooper | February 27, 2025

  46. How Do I Share the Gospel?

    We share the gospel using the platform God has given us to meet people where they’re at, trusting that He will use our effort according to His will. 2 Corinthians 5:16-20, Acts 17:16-34 Dan Cooper | February 20, 2025

  47. How Do I Know If It’s God’s Will Or My Will?

    When it comes to God’s will, where we often desire clarity, God desires faith. If we’re genuinely seeking Him in our circumstances, we can trust He’ll direct us. Ephesians 5:15-18, Romans 12:1-2 Dan Cooper | February 13, 2025

  48. If God Is Always Present, Why Don’t I Always Feel His Presence?

    God’s presence is based on who He is and His promises, not our feelings. Psalm 139:1-12 Nate Brawn | February 6, 2025

  49. What’s the Point of Prayer If God Already Knows What We’re Asking?

    We don’t pray so that we get things from God or to change His mind. We pray so that He would change our hearts and align our will with His. Matthew 6:7-8 Tim Marrero | January 30, 2025

  50. Does God Care About Men More Than Women?

    God cares for and values men and women equally, but equal care does not equal sameness in role and responsibility in His created order. 1 Corinthians 11:2-12 Dan Cooper | January 23, 2025

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Welcome to the sermon podcast of Campus Focus, the college ministry of The Chapel in Akron, OH. Campus Focus meets on Thursday nights at 7:30, where we dive into what the Bible says about the big questions of life and how the answers to those questions affect us in our day-to-day living. For more information, visit campusfocus.org.

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