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10mJeremy Utley - The Wonder Of Life With Jesus
Jeremy Utley · Jan 31
9mJeremy Utley - Being Jesus's Witnesses
Jeremy Utley · Jan 26
10mJeremy Utley - Jesus points Out What We Lack
Jeremy Utley · Jan 18
13mJeremy Utley - Three Lessons From A Difficulty
Jeremy Utley · Jan 12
11mJeremy Utley - Short Circuit The Sin Cycle
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21
12mJeremy Utley - Praying God's Word
Jeremy Utley · Dec 15
10mJeremy Utley - Disciplined to avoid useless debates
Jeremy Utley · Dec 7
16mJeremy Utley - He giveth more grace
Jeremy Utley · Nov 23
11mJeremy Utley - Perfection From A Stiff Neck
Jeremy Utley · Nov 17
13mJeremy Utley - Ezra: Resting in God's Protection
Jeremy Utley · Nov 9
9mJeremy Utley - Faith greater than a set of rules
Jeremy Utley · Nov 2
12mJeremy Utley - Faith that Jesus can see
Jeremy Utley · Oct 25
21mJeremy Utley - Mourning over the "small sins"
Jeremy Utley · Oct 19
10mJeremy Utley - Counting our strengths as loss
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12
8mJeremy Utley - Rejoicing in weakness
Jeremy Utley · Oct 5
9mJeremy Utley - Obedience is the way to abide in His love
Jeremy Utley · Sep 29
8mJeremy Utley - Praising God when we are powerless
Jeremy Utley · Sep 21
18mJeremy Utley - Full Consecration
Jeremy Utley · Sep 14
12mJeremy Utley - Watching Our Heart
Jeremy Utley · Aug 31
8mJeremy Utley - Recounting The Deeds Of The Lord
Jeremy Utley · Aug 24
8mJeremy Utley - Repentance without Regret
Jeremy Utley · Jul 19
3m 42sJeremy Utley - Colossians 1:9-29
Jeremy Utley · Jul 19
11mJeremy Utley - God-centered Praying
Jeremy Utley · Jul 13
6mJeremy Utley - Colossians 1:29
Jeremy Utley · Jul 8
August 4 | Daily Devotion | The Mark Of New Covenant Blessing Is Not Wealth And Health | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
True blessing under the New Covenant is not measured by material wealth and health, but by spiritual transformation and union with Christ. The mark of God's blessing is internal holiness and a clear vision of Christ, not external prosperity.
10mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Wonder Of Life With Jesus
Jeremy Utley · Jan 31, 2016 · 10m
The central message is that a life with Jesus should be characterized by a constant sense of wonder and amazement, which should now be focused on what God is doing in and through the Church by the power of the Holy Spirit. The speaker suggests that this amazement should extend beyond outward miracles to include inward spiritual realities, such as the revelation of God's love, freedom from sin's power, the ability to partake of divine nature, and growing unity within the church.
9mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Being Jesus's Witnesses
Jeremy Utley · Jan 26, 2016 · 9m
Being Jesus's witness means seeing Him as a living, risen Lord, not merely as a historical figure. This requires understanding that 'witnessing' is distinct from 'testifying.' The speaker emphasizes that the Holy Spirit provides the power to see Jesus as alive in the present, enabling believers to genuinely experience and point to His ongoing presence in their lives.
10mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Jesus points Out What We Lack
Jeremy Utley · Jan 18, 2016 · 10m
Jesus often points out what we lack in order to guide us toward the living water and true knowledge of God. This pattern is seen in interactions like the one with the woman at the well and the rich young ruler, where Jesus addresses the obstacle in our path. The speaker encourages the audience to be honest about their shortcomings and to actively ask God for His gift, ensuring they experience His refreshment in their present circumstances.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Three Lessons From A Difficulty
Jeremy Utley · Jan 12, 2016 · 13m
The speaker shares three lessons learned from a difficult week, beginning with the necessity of being attentive to hindrances in prayer, which can arise from holding back personal desires. He also cautions against misinterpreting God's promise of escape, clarifying that God delivers us from temptation, not necessarily from the difficulty itself. Finally, he emphasizes that avoiding conflict or difficulty means forfeiting the opportunity to overcome sin and grow.
11mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Short Circuit The Sin Cycle
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21, 2015 · 11m
The sermon uses the example of Israel's tendency to reclaim what God has given, contrasting it with Joseph's initial success, to warn believers about complacency. The central message is the need for constant vigilance against the flesh's tendency to rebuild or reclaim areas surrendered to God, even after spiritual progress. The speaker emphasizes that sanctification is an ongoing process requiring diligence to guard against old habits regaining power.
12mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Praying God's Word
Jeremy Utley · Dec 15, 2015 · 12m
The central message is that Christian prayer should be based on God's revealed Word rather than personal desires or assumptions. The speaker uses examples from Daniel and Nehemiah, who boldly prayed based on God's past promises despite current circumstances. He concludes that having faith in God's spoken promises gives us the courage to pray for their fulfillment, as exemplified by David's prayer.
10mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Disciplined to avoid useless debates
Jeremy Utley · Dec 7, 2015 · 10m
The speaker advises Christians to focus on the 'great work' God has called them to rather than getting distracted by useless theological debates. Drawing from Nehemiah and 1 Timothy, he emphasizes that the goal of instruction is love, pure heart, and sincere faith, urging believers to exercise discipline to avoid unprofitable discussions. Ultimately, winning people over comes through obedience and lived example, not through arguments.
16mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - He giveth more grace
Jeremy Utley · Nov 23, 2015 · 16m
The central message is that God provides grace proportional to the trial we face. Drawing parallels from biblical accounts like Daniel's friends in the fiery furnace, the speaker emphasizes that we should be faithful with the grace and opportunities given to us today rather than worrying about future, hypothetical trials. True faithfulness in small matters proves our worthiness for greater challenges.
11mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Perfection From A Stiff Neck
Jeremy Utley · Nov 17, 2015 · 11m
The central message is that Christians must avoid having 'stiff necks' or hard hearts by actively listening to and obeying God's commands, and by remembering God's past wondrous deeds. The speaker emphasizes that refusing to listen is not merely hearing but failing to obey, and that remembering God's faithfulness is demonstrated when facing future uncertainty. He suggests meditating on God's works and sharing stories of His goodness to keep hearts soft and receptive.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Ezra: Resting in God's Protection
Jeremy Utley · Nov 9, 2015 · 13m
The speaker uses the book of Ezra to illustrate that God has the power to accomplish His purposes even when human circumstances or leaders are unfavorable. He emphasizes that believers should not worry about the future or speculate, but instead trust that God can move hearts and provide protection. The central takeaway is to view all favorable outcomes in life as an extension of God's loving kindness, leading to unshakable peace.
9mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Faith greater than a set of rules
Jeremy Utley · Nov 2, 2015 · 9m
The central message is that Christian faith must not be reduced to a set of rules or what one can or cannot do. The speaker argues that true dependence on God comes from listening to His word and treasuring Him, rather than adhering strictly to religious practices or rules, even those given by God like the Law. He uses examples from the Old Testament (Zechariah 7) and the Pharisees to illustrate how focusing on minor rules can lead to spiritual hardening and neglect of what truly matters.
12mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Faith that Jesus can see
Jeremy Utley · Oct 25, 2015 · 12m
The central message is the importance of demonstrating a visible faith that Jesus can see, which is characterized by persistent crying out to God. The speaker draws parallels between the paralytic's faith, the widow's persistent pleas, and the need to proactively cry out to God, overcoming the fear of not being heard. Ultimately, true faith is built through the consistent practice of crying out, trusting in God's promise to answer.
21mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Mourning over the "small sins"
Jeremy Utley · Oct 19, 2015 · 21m
The speaker emphasizes that Christian life requires a commitment to pleasing God, which involves both cleansing ourselves of sin and restoring what has been neglected. Drawing from 2 Chronicles 29, he suggests that true worship requires us to invite Jesus, the High Priest, into our hearts to clean out all uncleanness. Furthermore, he stresses the importance of mourning over even 'small sins,' noting that this brokenheartedness is necessary to fully experience God's comfort and ministry.
10mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Counting our strengths as loss
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12, 2015 · 10m
The speaker discusses the spiritual danger of becoming proud due to success or compliments, using the example of King Uzziah. He emphasizes that strength itself is not the problem, but the resulting pride is. Drawing from Paul's Philippians 3, the core message is to count all personal strengths and achievements as 'loss' for the sake of Christ, ensuring that all ability is acknowledged as a gift from God to prevent spiritual stumbling.
8mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Rejoicing in weakness
Jeremy Utley · Oct 5, 2015 · 8m
The central message is that our weakness is not a deficit but rather the necessary condition for God's power and glory to be displayed. Drawing from Paul's writings, the speaker emphasizes that when we are weak, we are actually strong in Christ, allowing us to rejoice in our limitations. True faith involves not just accepting this truth intellectually, but actively expecting and praising God for His strength to manifest even before we fully see the fulfillment of His promises.
9mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Obedience is the way to abide in His love
Jeremy Utley · Sep 29, 2015 · 9m
The central message is that true motivation for obedience to Christ should stem not from a desire to prove one's own love, but from the desire to know God's infinite love more deeply. Jesus promises that keeping His commandments will cause us to abide in His love. The speaker emphasizes that this abiding love is confirmed by the Holy Spirit and that obedience provides an opportunity for God to lavish His love upon us.
8mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Praising God when we are powerless
Jeremy Utley · Sep 21, 2015 · 8m
The central message is that when we feel powerless, we should not fear because the battle belongs to God. Drawing from 2 Chronicles 20, the speaker emphasizes that true faith is demonstrated by approaching God with a spirit of desperation and humility, declaring victory through praise even before seeing it. This act of praising God in times of uncertainty proves that our focus remains entirely on Him.
18mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Full Consecration
Jeremy Utley · Sep 14, 2015 · 18m
The central message is the call to total consecration, urging believers to present their bodies as a living and holy sacrifice to God, as taught in Romans 12:1. The speaker emphasizes that true surrender means recognizing that one's time, money, and thoughts belong to God, not to personal default habits. He concludes that genuine surrender is actively choosing *not* to do one's own thing, but instead waiting expectantly for God's direction.
12mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Watching Our Heart
Jeremy Utley · Aug 31, 2015 · 12m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of guarding one's heart, referencing Proverbs 4:23. Key lessons learned include being careful about who influences us, as worldly wisdom can subtly rationalize sin, and ensuring spiritual discussions happen with spiritually mature believers. Furthermore, one must guard their affections by prioritizing God's opinion over the opinions of others to avoid being spiritually eroded.
8mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Recounting The Deeds Of The Lord
Jeremy Utley · Aug 24, 2015 · 8m
The central message is that when facing doubt or difficulty, believers should not rely on their feelings but instead actively recall and meditate on God's past faithfulness. The speaker emphasizes that this practice, exemplified by Psalm 77, should become a deliberate, ongoing habit—especially in parenting—by keeping a record of God's deeds to pass down a testimony of His goodness to future generations. This conscious recounting of God's works is presented as a vital spiritual discipline.
8mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Repentance without Regret
Jeremy Utley · Jul 19, 2015 · 8m
The sermon explores the concept of 'repentance without regret,' drawing from 2 Corinthians 7, which teaches that sorrow according to God's will produces repentance that does not lead to regret. The speaker emphasizes that sin's revelation is necessary for repentance, and the true measure of handling sin is not the sin itself, but the subsequent response—taking it seriously and coming to God. Furthermore, the message advises that gentleness must be practiced by remembering God's own kindness toward us and by actively seeking the Holy Spirit's help in every interaction.
3m 42sNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Colossians 1:9-29
Jeremy Utley · Jul 19, 2015 · 3m 42s
Paul's ministry, as described in Colossians, involved both public proclamation and private, unceasing prayer for the church. The speaker draws a parallel with Ezekiel's vision of the dry bones, emphasizing that prophecy alone does not bring life; the movement of the Spirit through prayer is essential. Therefore, the goal for the church should be to balance public ministry with diligent private prayer for the Holy Spirit to bring life.
11mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - God-centered Praying
Jeremy Utley · Jul 13, 2015 · 11m
The central message is the necessity of shifting from self-centered praying to God-centered praying. The speaker uses examples from the Bible, such as Hezekiah and Moses, to illustrate that true prayer focuses on the exaltation and reputation of God's name, rather than merely personal deliverance or comfort. The speaker cautions that focusing only on personal needs can lead to spiritual blindness, as seen when Hezekiah's self-centered prayer led to subsequent national decline.
6mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Colossians 1:29
Jeremy Utley · Jul 8, 2015 · 6m
The central message is that Christian labor is a co-laboring partnership with God's power, aiming to reflect Jesus Christ. This imitation is modeled after the Holy Spirit, who speaks only what He hears, and the Father's work. True spiritual growth requires us to work in response to the power God is already working within us, creating a sense of reciprocity in our relationship with Him.