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21mNCCF Church Sharing - May 28, 2017
NCCF Church · May 29
1h 9m2. Zac Poonen - Restoring Relationships With All People
Zac Poonen · May 27
1h 10m1. Zac Poonen - The Preparation To Be The Bride of Christ
Zac Poonen · May 27
12mNCCF Church Sharing - April 16, 2017
NCCF Church · Apr 22
6mBobby McDonald - Putting The Lord First By Cleansing Ourselves
Bobby McDonald · Apr 20
17mJeremy Utley - Love, The Perfect Bond Of Unity
Jeremy Utley · Apr 19
25mNCCF Church Sharing - April 2, 2017
NCCF Church · Apr 6
21mNCCF Church Sharing - March 26, 2017
NCCF Church · Mar 28
14mNCCF Church Sharing - March 19, 2017
NCCF Church · Mar 22
16mNCCF Church Sharing - March 12, 2017
NCCF Church · Mar 13
19mJeremy Utley - Beware Of Familiarity With The Things Of God
Jeremy Utley · Mar 13
23mNCCF Church Sharing - March 5, 2017
NCCF Church · Mar 7
14mJeremy Utley - Regarding The Things God Considers Praise Worthy
Jeremy Utley · Mar 7
11mBobby McDonald - Differing Weights And Differing Measures
Bobby McDonald · Mar 7
13mNCCF Church Sharing - February 19, 2017
NCCF Church · Feb 23
13mNCCF Church Sharing - January 29, 2017
NCCF Church · Feb 3
22mNCCF Church Sharing - January 15, 2017
NCCF Church · Jan 17
13mChurch Sharing - January 8th, 2017
NCCF Church · Jan 14
14mNCCF Church Sharing - Dec 18, 2016
NCCF Church · Dec 21
22mNCCF Church Sharing - Nov 6, 2016
NCCF Church · Nov 7
13mBobby McDonald - Living Carefully
Bobby McDonald · Oct 31
1m 53sNCCF Church Sharing - Sept 11, 2016
NCCF Church · Sep 15
7mNCCF Church Sharing - Aug 07, 2016
NCCF Church · Aug 8
16mJeremy Utley - Taking Responsibility For Our Desires
Jeremy Utley · Aug 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.
21mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - May 28, 2017
CFC Messages · May 29, 2017 · 21m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian goal is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. He stresses the need to rely on God's faithfulness and strength, recognizing that personal efforts are insufficient. Furthermore, he highlights the importance of diligently studying and meditating on scripture, drawing confidence from Jesus' authority and God's ultimate control over all circumstances.
1h 9mNCCF Church
2. Zac Poonen - Restoring Relationships With All People
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 1h 9m
The central message is that the goal of Christian life is to reflect Jesus Christ, which requires both personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that reading scripture should aim to grasp the 'heart of God'—the relational aspect—rather than becoming an overly analytical scholar. True evidence of the Holy Spirit's filling is demonstrated by a fervent love for God and others, especially those who mistreat us, and maintaining a constant readiness to confess and get up immediately after sinning.
1h 10mNCCF Church
1. Zac Poonen - The Preparation To Be The Bride of Christ
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 1h 10m
The central message is that Christians must actively prepare to be Christ's pure bride by living in a permanent dwelling place with Him, which is called 'abiding in Christ.' This preparation requires daily spiritual vigilance against subtle sins like selfishness and pride, and the ultimate proof of this hope is the continuous process of self-purification, striving to be like Christ.
12mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - April 16, 2017
CFC Messages · Apr 22, 2017 · 12m
The speaker encourages the audience to pursue holiness, drawing parallels from Leviticus and the calling of God's people. He emphasizes that being holy is a necessary response to the tremendous privilege of being God's children, comparing it to dressing appropriately for a king's palace. The message concludes with a warning to remain vigilant in the church, as true character is revealed during times of trial, not just during times of fellowship.
6mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Putting The Lord First By Cleansing Ourselves
Bobby McDonald · Apr 20, 2017 · 6m
The central message is that putting God first means striving to be a reflection of Jesus Christ, which requires a continuous pursuit of holiness. Drawing from Psalm 139, the speaker emphasizes that this involves asking God to search the heart and reveal any ungodly ways. He warns that choosing self over God allows the devil to help in selfish pursuits, while choosing God leads to the fruits of the Spirit and Christlikeness.
17mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Love, The Perfect Bond Of Unity
Jeremy Utley · Apr 19, 2017 · 17m
The speaker argues that the pursuit of holiness is not merely about eliminating sin or strife, but must culminate in the fullness of love, which is described as the perfect bond of unity. True spiritual growth requires believers to actively increase and abound in love for one another, moving beyond just an 'elimination plan' to embody Christ's love. He concludes by contrasting judgment with mercy, emphasizing that compassion is the true mark of a godly life.
25mNCCF Church
transcribingNCCF Church Sharing - April 2, 2017
CFC Messages · Apr 6, 2017 · 25m
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This transformation is achieved both individually through cultivating purity in one's personal life and corporately by functioning fully as members within the local church.
21mNCCF Church
transcribingNCCF Church Sharing - March 26, 2017
CFC Messages · Mar 28, 2017 · 21m
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This transformation is achieved both individually through personal purity and corporately by becoming fully functioning members within the local church.
14mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 19, 2017
CFC Messages · Mar 22, 2017 · 14m
The speaker emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. Key themes include drawing strength from the promise, "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want," and recognizing the depth of Christ's sacrifice. The message strongly encourages reliance on the Holy Spirit for transformation and following the way of Jesus, which involves obedience to God's will.
16mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 12, 2017
CFC Messages · Mar 13, 2017 · 16m
The message emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. Key takeaways include the importance of approaching God with honesty, especially during trials, to experience His peace. Furthermore, the speaker stressed that true worship involves thanksgiving, and that faith dictates the measure of grace—like the Holy Spirit—that we will receive from God.
19mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Beware Of Familiarity With The Things Of God
Jeremy Utley · Mar 13, 2017 · 19m
The sermon warns against the danger of becoming overly familiar with the things of God, citing examples from Leviticus, 1 Samuel, and Samuel 8 where religious leaders failed due to familiarity. The speaker cautions that routine and ritualistic observance, if not accompanied by genuine devotion, can lead to contempt and dull the spiritual fire. True devotion requires guarding against mere familiarity to maintain reverence for God's presence.
23mNCCF Church
transcribingNCCF Church Sharing - March 5, 2017
CFC Messages · Mar 7, 2017 · 23m
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This transformation is achieved both individually through cultivating purity in one's personal life and corporately by functioning fully as members within the local church.
14mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Regarding The Things God Considers Praise Worthy
Jeremy Utley · Mar 7, 2017 · 14m
The central message is that Christians are called to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, a process involving personal purity and corporate church life. This transformation requires more than just abstract hope; it demands actively praying and desiring to be like Christ. Practically, this means proactively guarding one's focus by choosing to dwell upon things that reflect righteousness and integrity, rather than being absorbed by worthless things.
11mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Differing Weights And Differing Measures
Bobby McDonald · Mar 7, 2017 · 11m
The speaker challenges the audience to examine whether their commitment to godliness is genuine or merely performative, comparing their behavior in church versus at home. He warns against 'differing weights and differing measures,' arguing that true faith requires consistent love and devotion to God and others regardless of who is watching. The core message is the necessity of living a unified, genuine life of love in all areas of life.
13mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - February 19, 2017
CFC Messages · Feb 23, 2017 · 13m
The speaker encourages the audience to strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, both personally and corporately. Key themes include overcoming cowardice to boldly take a stand for Christ, recognizing that such faithfulness is a sign of salvation, and maintaining a life worthy of the gospel. The message emphasizes relying on God's mercy and grace to overcome personal failings and accurately proclaim God's straightforward word.
13mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - January 29, 2017
CFC Messages · Feb 3, 2017 · 13m
The central message is that Christian life requires becoming an exact reflection of Jesus through individual purity and corporate church participation. The speaker emphasizes dwelling on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and good, recognizing that Jesus embodies these qualities. A key theme is the necessity of constant self-examination and humility, constantly bringing thoughts captive to Christ's obedience in preparation for the judgment seat of Christ.
22mNCCF Church
transcribingNCCF Church Sharing - January 15, 2017
CFC Messages · Jan 17, 2017 · 22m
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This transformation happens both individually through cultivating purity in one's personal life and corporately by becoming fully functional members within the local church.
13mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - January 8th, 2017
CFC Messages · Jan 14, 2017 · 13m
The speaker emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. Key themes include being filled with love, maintaining a clear conscience, and remaining focused on God's Word amidst life's worries. The message repeatedly calls for self-denial, taking up the cross daily, and ensuring that one's knowledge of Jesus is evidenced by visible fruit in daily life.
14mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Dec 18, 2016
CFC Messages · Dec 21, 2016 · 14m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be a complete reflection of Christ in all areas of life. This requires personal purity and actively functioning within the local church body. The speaker emphasizes that all service is meaningless before God if one is not diligently working on their private life and maintaining Christ's preeminence in every priority, much like a computer's preemptive kernel ensures high-priority tasks run first.
22mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Nov 6, 2016
CFC Messages · Nov 7, 2016 · 22m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian life requires becoming an exact reflection of Jesus, both individually through purity and corporately within the church. A central theme is dedicating one's entire life—including affections, allegiance, and work—to Christ alone, viewing Him as the ultimate treasure. The speaker encourages building 'monuments' of God's faithfulness in one's life to teach future generations that God is active today, not just in the past.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Living Carefully
Bobby McDonald · Oct 31, 2016 · 13m
The central message is the necessity of taking God's whispers and convictions seriously, rather than ignoring them like burying one's head in the sand. The speaker emphasizes that godly people are characterized by carefulness in all areas—words, actions, thoughts, and relationships—and are quick to obey God's gentle guidance. True devotion involves a deep fear of God, which manifests as a willingness to immediately repent and act upon His word.
1m 53sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Sept 11, 2016
CFC Messages · Sep 15, 2016 · 1m 53s
The message centers on the importance of forgiveness, drawing parallels from the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant in Matthew 18. The speaker emphasizes that just as he was repeatedly forgiven by God for his own debts, he must remember this grace. Therefore, he urges the congregation to be thankful to God for his forgiveness and to extend that same measure of forgiveness to others.
7mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Aug 07, 2016
CFC Messages · Aug 8, 2016 · 7m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian life requires becoming an exact reflection of Jesus, achieved through personal purity and functioning within the local church. He stresses that true faith is not based on feeling but on confidently claiming God's promises by fulfilling the necessary conditions, such as repenting and asking for the Holy Spirit with simple sincerity. Furthermore, he warns against spiritual idols—such as lust, greed, and envy—which cause us to forfeit God's grace.
16mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Taking Responsibility For Our Desires
Jeremy Utley · Aug 8, 2016 · 16m
The central message is that while God has the power to write His law on our hearts, Christians must take personal responsibility for cultivating a heart that desires what pleases God. This involves actively guarding what fills our minds—our thoughts, entertainment, and conversations—rather than passively waiting for transformation. True spiritual health requires cooperation with God's work, much like needing to change diet alongside working out at a gym.