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27mZac Poonen - God Tests Us Before He Can Use Us
Zac Poonen · May 2
20mBobby McDonald - Be Restful Like Jesus
Bobby McDonald · May 2
13mAnnie Poonen - What Have We Given To The Lord?
Annie Poonen · Apr 25
6mZac Poonen - What Parents Should Teach Their Children
Zac Poonen · Apr 25
22mJeremy Utley - Our Christian Ambition
Jeremy Utley · Apr 18
11mJeremy Utley - A Godly Attitude Towards Enemies
Jeremy Utley · Apr 13
4m 8sNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Apr 5
8mJeremy Utley - The Horizontal Aspect of the Cross in Communion
Jeremy Utley · Apr 5
9mAnnie Poonen - Make Me Your Captive, Lord
Annie Poonen · Mar 28
4m 41sNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Mar 22
23mJeremy Utley - The Secret of Building the Church
Jeremy Utley · Mar 22
27mZac Poonen - How God Enables Us To Prophesy
Zac Poonen · Mar 21
29mZac Poonen - Living by the Word of God
Zac Poonen · Mar 14
15mJeremy Utley - Do I Really Want To Be A Blessing?
Jeremy Utley · Mar 9
19mBobby McDonald - 6 Ways God Uses Affliction
Bobby McDonald · Mar 8
4m 42sNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Mar 1
12mAnnie Poonen - “O love that will not let me go” by George Matheson
Annie Poonen · Feb 28
55mZac Poonen - The New Covenant’s Ten Commandments
Zac Poonen · Feb 28
15mJeremy Utley - Dealing With Life's Disappointments As A Disciple
Jeremy Utley · Feb 23
27mZac Poonen - Going Outside "The Camp" Bearing Christ's Reproach
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
6mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Feb 15
6mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Feb 8
13mJeremy Utley - How to Wait for the Lord's Return
Jeremy Utley · Feb 2
2m 54sNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Feb 1
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.
27mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - God Tests Us Before He Can Use Us
Zac Poonen · May 2, 2022 · 27m
God uses testing periods to prepare believers for ministry within the body of Christ, much like Moses was prepared for years in the wilderness. Every member of the church, regardless of perceived usefulness, has a function from the Holy Spirit for the good of the whole body. Believers must take these testings seriously, as they are God's way of equipping them for their divine purpose.
20mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Be Restful Like Jesus
Bobby McDonald · May 2, 2022 · 20m
The central message is that true Christian rest is found in complete surrender to God's will, mirroring Jesus's peace even amidst chaos. The speaker emphasizes that this rest is not passive but is achieved through endurance, deep intimacy with Christ, and letting go of personal control. This surrendered state is characterized by a loose grip on life's outcomes, trusting entirely in God's perfect plan.
13mNCCF Church
Annie Poonen - What Have We Given To The Lord?
Annie Poonen · Apr 25, 2022 · 13m
The speaker uses the song 'I Gave My Life For Thee' and the life story of Francis Ridley to illustrate that giving one's life to Jesus is the ultimate offering. She emphasizes that God desires our lives and peace with Him, not material possessions. The talk highlights the importance of devotion, Bible study, and consistent prayer—including intercession for others—as ways to live a life pleasing to God.
6mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - What Parents Should Teach Their Children
Zac Poonen · Apr 25, 2022 · 6m
Parents are responsible for teaching their children to honor and obey their parents, as this is the first commandment with a promise of a long life. Since the natural tendency of children is to be rude, parents must actively correct and teach respect, just as one teaches mathematics. Furthermore, parents should bring their children to church to acknowledge that the child is a gift from God to both the family and the church community.
22mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Our Christian Ambition
Jeremy Utley · Apr 18, 2022 · 22m
The central ambition for Christians is not achieving outward success or gathering crowds, but rather being an exact reflection of Jesus by pleasing God the Father. The speaker draws parallels from Jesus' life, noting that his true desire was to please his Father, not to perform miracles. Therefore, our ambition should be to live in a way that pleases God in all areas of life, recognizing that worldly distractions can hinder this primary goal.
11mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - A Godly Attitude Towards Enemies
Jeremy Utley · Apr 13, 2022 · 11m
The sermon uses Psalm 54 and accounts of David's life to illustrate a godly response to enemies. While David praises God for deliverance, the speaker challenges the tendency to wish punishment on enemies, contrasting it with the New Covenant call to forgive, as exemplified by Jesus. Ultimately, the message shifts focus to God's desire for the wicked to repent and live rather than to die.
4m 8sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Apr 5, 2022 · 4m 8s
The message emphasizes that true worship involves offering a sacrifice of thanksgiving, even before experiencing deliverance. Drawing from Psalm 50 and the example of Jonah, the speaker teaches that this thanksgiving must be accompanied by obedience, which means ordering one's way according to God's will, regardless of current feelings. This attitude pleases the Lord and leads to His provision.
8mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Horizontal Aspect of the Cross in Communion
Jeremy Utley · Apr 5, 2022 · 8m
The speaker argues that approaching the Lord's Table should encompass both personal piety and a deep care for the community. While self-examination is necessary, the Christian's longing should mirror Jesus' desire to share the meal with his disciples, emphasizing that communion is a communal act. True devotion involves a passion for the church's purity and unity, reflecting the interconnectedness of loving God and loving one's neighbor.
9mNCCF Church
Annie Poonen - Make Me Your Captive, Lord
Annie Poonen · Mar 28, 2022 · 9m
The central message is that true freedom is found not in self-determination, but in willingly surrendering one's will to Jesus Christ. The speaker uses the metaphor of a captive to illustrate that we are all slaves—first to sin, and then to various worldly attachments like habits, people-pleasing, or loneliness. By choosing to be a captive of the Lord, we find true strength and freedom.
4m 41sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Mar 22, 2022 · 4m 41s
The speaker reflects on Psalm 37:23, emphasizing that a Christian's life should be a constant journey toward the cross, mirroring Jesus' willing surrender of his own will to God's. True maturity involves willingly crucifying one's own desires and flesh whenever they conflict with God's will, trusting in Christ's perfect example for empowerment.
23mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Secret of Building the Church
Jeremy Utley · Mar 22, 2022 · 23m
The church is built by every individual member working according to their God-given gifts, not just by designated leaders. Each believer has a responsibility to contribute to the body's growth, which requires an eager desire to serve and speak. The secret to effective contribution, particularly prophecy, is cultivating a life of deep listening to the Lord, moving beyond mere ritualistic Bible reading.
27mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - How God Enables Us To Prophesy
Zac Poonen · Mar 21, 2022 · 27m
The central message emphasizes that Christian life requires becoming an exact reflection of Jesus through personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker stresses that true spiritual gifting, like prophecy, comes from being filled with God's encouragement and comfort, which is received through personal experience with God's word during difficulties. A key takeaway is that God treats us according to how we treat others, making forgiveness and kindness essential for spiritual growth.
29mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Living by the Word of God
Zac Poonen · Mar 14, 2022 · 29m
The central message is that true Christian life requires more than just academic knowledge of scripture; one must receive the 'breath of God' through the Word. This deep engagement, which involves meditating on scripture daily, equips believers to be adequate for every good work and results in a life that prospers in doing the will of God. The speaker emphasizes that this process leads to unwavering assurance of salvation and a life rooted in God's purpose.
15mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Do I Really Want To Be A Blessing?
Jeremy Utley · Mar 9, 2022 · 15m
The speaker reflects on six reasons God allows affliction, ultimately arguing that the most undervalued reason is the opportunity to grow in sympathy for others. He draws parallels to Jesus's teaching that loving God requires loving one's neighbor, suggesting that indifference to others proves a lack of love for God. The message concludes by emphasizing that Jesus deeply valued sympathy, even humbling himself to experience human weakness, which should challenge the listener's own valuation of compassion.
19mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - 6 Ways God Uses Affliction
Bobby McDonald · Mar 8, 2022 · 19m
God uses affliction not just to remove problems, but to build us up and make us more like Jesus Christ. This process involves developing a deep, consistent rest in God, even during storms, and learning to love unconditionally, mirroring God's impartial love. Ultimately, affliction is a tool for spiritual refinement, enabling us to overcome challenges through Christ's power.
4m 42sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Mar 1, 2022 · 4m 42s
The message centers on the motivation for persistent prayer, drawing inspiration from Isaiah 62:1, where the prophet vows not to be silent until Zion's righteousness shines forth. The speaker applies this to personal life, urging the congregation to pray ceaselessly for their families and loved ones until they are saved and become disciples. A key takeaway is the necessity of never giving up in prayer, regardless of delays, until God completes His work.
12mNCCF Church
Annie Poonen - “O love that will not let me go” by George Matheson
Annie Poonen · Feb 28, 2022 · 12m
The sermon uses George Matheson's hymn, "O love that will not let me go," to illustrate that true life and spiritual vision are found through surrender to God, especially amidst suffering. Matheson's own life, marked by blindness and personal tragedy, led him to realize that earthly loves fade, but God's eternal love endures. The core message is that by yielding our lives to the Lord, our struggles become pathways to an abundant, joyful life mirroring Christ's sacrifice.
55mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The New Covenant’s Ten Commandments
Zac Poonen · Feb 28, 2022 · 55m
The central message is that Christians must change their mindset regarding God's commandments, viewing them not as a burden, but as a profound expression of God's love. The speaker argues that true understanding comes when believers see obedience as a pathway to freedom and eternal life, comparing this realization to the immense benefit of undergoing necessary, though painful, medical treatments. This shift in perspective is necessary for spiritual progress.
15mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Dealing With Life's Disappointments As A Disciple
Jeremy Utley · Feb 23, 2022 · 15m
Disappointment is a natural part of the Christian life, and a disciple's response should be to reset their hope completely on the grace found in Jesus Christ. When disappointment or temptation returns, it is not a sign of failure but an opportunity to obey again. True transformation into Christ's likeness requires diligently practicing the fundamentals of faith, much like an athlete mastering their basic skills.
27mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Going Outside "The Camp" Bearing Christ's Reproach
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2022 · 27m
The central message is that true Christianity requires believers to willingly go 'outside the camp bearing Christ's reproach,' meaning they must be willing to face rejection from religious or worldly peers. The speaker contrasts this necessary rejection with the desire for popularity, warning that even outwardly successful churches can fall away if fervent love for Christ is replaced by the love of money or worldly things.
6mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Feb 15, 2022 · 6m
The central message is that true wisdom is found by listening to counsel and accepting discipline, with Jesus Christ being the ultimate example of wisdom. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus demonstrated this by remaining submissive to his earthly parents while simultaneously possessing divine wisdom. He encourages the audience to follow Jesus' example by coming to him for rest and learning from his gentle and humble life.
6mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Feb 8, 2022 · 6m
The sermon emphasizes the danger of gradually forsaking the Lord, even after experiencing great blessings or victories. The speaker draws from 2 Chronicles 15 and 16, illustrating that the warning to seek God is most needed not during trials, but after times of apparent success. True faithfulness requires constant vigilance to resist self-reliance and maintain a continuous pursuit of God.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - How to Wait for the Lord's Return
Jeremy Utley · Feb 2, 2022 · 13m
The central message is that waiting for the Lord's return requires an expectant heart, moving beyond mere patience. The speaker contrasts this with the 'evil slave' who is complacent, self-indulgent, and neglects others. True readiness, like the 'faithful and sensible slave,' involves actively caring for the household, providing sustenance, and having a sense of timing guided by the Lord.
2m 54sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Feb 1, 2022 · 2m 54s
The central message emphasizes the critical importance of guarding one's heart, as it determines the course of life. The speaker draws a parallel between the desired Christian life—having the cross before and the world behind—and the need for our inner thoughts and direction to align with God's will. He concludes by encouraging the congregation to live by the principle that the Lord is with those who seek Him and forsakes those who turn away.