Sermons on Boot Camp:

Wake Up, Church! Awaken Our Faith Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 20, 2021

Like many things in our lives, our faith tends to wain when trouble comes our way. But in these times, we need to awaken our faith, putting our trust in the one and only creator of the Universe!

In America, we have lost faith in many things. For example we have lost faith in our future. (Americans' optimism about country's direction over next year drops nearly 20 points since May: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14, Matthew 17:20, Hebrews 11:6, John 14:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Message, Three Methods Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 5, 2021

God uses many methods to get His message out

I recently put a post on the Edgewood Facebook page: “Knowing that it is God who draws you to Himself in salvation, could you share what method or means God used to bring you to faith in Christ?” Here are some of the responses… • A beautiful Christian mother! • When our second child was born ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-40

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven And Earth Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 24, 2021

The cross reminds us that God doesn’t intend for this fallen world, with its death, disaster, and corruption, to be our home forever.

Weather! It’s everywhere, amen? Duh … pretty obvious. We’re surrounded by it. No matter where you go, you’ll encounter … weather … and it has a pretty big impact on our lives. We wake up in the morning and look out the window or turn on the radio or TV or go on our computers and look up the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-3, Psalm 46:10-11, Genesis 6:5-6, Exodus 19:11, Exodus 19:16-18, Luke 13:2-5, Psalm 29:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

2 John - Learn, Love, And Live The Truth Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Nov 5, 2023

We must know the truth because there are deceivers who are spreading false doctrine

Postcards: 2 John Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 11-05-2023 Birds Aren’t Real In 2018, Peter McIndoe wanted to let people know about the government conspiracy concerning birds. From 1969 to 2001, the US government murdered over twelve billion birds and replaced them ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Churches Of Revelations Part 6 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 15, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6, John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transfiguration Pt.2: Proof—listen Confidently - Mark 9:2-7 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 24, 2023

If you struggle with doubt or skepticism when you read Scripture, this message is for you. And even if you don’t have doubts, anything that increases our faith and confidence in his Word will improve our listening ear when Christ speaks to us. This message will fortify your faith.

Mark 9:1 And he said to them, "I tell you the truth, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God come with power." 2 After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-7, Matthew 17:1-6, Luke 9:28-35

Who's On Trial? Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 4, 2024

You can avoid making a fool of yourself if you submit to Jesus as your Lord, admit your weakness before Him, and embrace the truth He offers.

One evening, while waiting for a bus, a young man was standing with a crowd of people looking in the widow of a taxidermist shop. In the center of the window was a large owl that attracted the attention of all who passed by. The self-appointed expert began to criticize the job done on it. “If I ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-38, John 13:37-38

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Beginning Of Pains (Persecution & Preaching) - Mark 13:9-13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 13, 2024

Jesus shows us how every time you are mistreated, it is a golden opportunity … if you read the situation through the lenses of spiritual insight.

Mark 13:9 "You must be on your guard. You will be handed over to the local councils and flogged in the synagogues. On account of me you will stand before governors and kings as witnesses to them. 10 And the gospel must first be preached to all nations.11 Whenever you are arrested and brought ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:9-13, Luke 21:12-18

Easter 2025: When Adversity Comes

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 15, 2025

Everyone faces times of adversity but it is how we view and respond to the adversity that determines how those times will affect us. The disciples experienced this when Jesus was arrested and crucified. Their response can teach us about responding to adverse times.

Easter 2025 – When Adversity Comes Scripture: John 8:12; Mark 10:32-34; 16:9-11; James 1:2-3 Good morning Strangers Rest and happy Easter. This is surely the day the Lord has made so let us rejoice and be glad in it! Today we pause to commemorate the death and resurrection of our Lord and ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, Mark 10:32-34, Mark 16:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shining Like Stars Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 24, 2025

It’s time to work out what God has worked in you.

Shining Like Stars Philippians 2:12-18 Rev. Brian Bill February 22-23, 2025 Last Saturday night, I gathered here to give God praise through the music and the message by Pastor Kyle. On Sunday, I traveled to an underground church where I witnessed winsome workers caring for newborns, and trained ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Simeon's Song 2024 Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 9, 2024

Simeon was waiting with hope for the Messiah

Simeon’s Song (Luke 2:25-32) Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-08-2024 Waiting for Gordon Last week, Maxine and I celebrated our 32nd wedding anniversary by crossing off another bucket list item. We ate lunch at Gordon Ramsey’s Kitchen in the suburbs. I asked our server, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Preventing A Spiritual Firestorm Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2024

How much devastation and destruction has been wrought because believer's think nothing of listening passively to slanderous accusations against their spiritual leaders? The Apostle Paul was a victim of this as well.

Paradise, California. Lahaina, Hawaii. What comes to mind when I mention those two towns? What do they have in common? Yes, wildfire devastation. Firestorms that destroyed nearly the whole towns. I think most of us remember the terrifying and incredibly speedy devastation that each of these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17, 1 Timothy 5:19, 2 Corinthians 12:11-21

Denomination: Bible Church

God's Comfort (Nahum) Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 12, 2025

When you feel threatened, find comfort in a God who will avenge, abolish, and embarrass His enemies, causing His people to rejoice.

Several years ago, The Huffington Post ran a series of cartoons depicting the fears that both children and adults have. They titled the series “Childhood Fears vs. Adult Fears.” Here they are: • Childhood fear: Doctors. Adult fear: Doctor's bills. • Childhood fear: Bad dreams. Adult fear: ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:1-15, Nahum 2:1-13, Nahum 3:1-19, Romans 8:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Faith In Times Of Adversity

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025

Has your faith ever wavered during times of severe adversity? This message is about how our response to adverse times can strengethen our relationship with Christ.

Faith In Times Of Adversity Scriptures: Hebrews 11:1; Proverbs 18:21; Genesis 45:3-8 Hebrews 11:1 from the Amplified Bible says, “Now faith is the assurance (title deed, confirmation) of things hoped for (divinely guaranteed), and the evidence of things not seen [the conviction of their ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Proverbs 18:21, Genesis 45:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whack-A-Mole

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 15, 2025

Joshua 5 shows God dismantling the inner battles that keep resurfacing, calling us from self-struggle to surrender on holy ground where victory begins.

INTRODUCTION — THE GAME There’s a sound most of us can recognize instantly — even if it has been decades since we heard it. A ding… a buzz… a wooden mallet striking rubber. And somewhere deep inside the memory, a child’s frustration mixed with sudden triumph. Whack-A-Mole. You remember the game. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist