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12mJeremy Utley - Watching Our Heart
Jeremy Utley · Aug 31
28mNCCF Church Sharing - June 28, 2015
NCCF Church · Jun 29
55mNCCF Church Sharing - June 14, 2015
NCCF Church · Jun 17
1h 11mZac Poonen - The Spirit of grace - SPC7
Zac Poonen · Jun 7
54mZac Poonen - Q&A Part 2 - SPC4
Zac Poonen · Jun 7
1h 0mZac Poonen - Q&A Part 1 - SPC3
Zac Poonen · Jun 6
4m 3sJeremy Utley - Colossians 1:23
Jeremy Utley · May 3
3m 55sBobby McDonald - Colossians 1:22
Bobby McDonald · Apr 19
25mNCCF Church Sharing - February 22, 2015
NCCF Church · Feb 23
7mJeremy Utley - Colossians 1:13
Jeremy Utley · Feb 1
15mJeremy Utley - Psalm 139:17-18, Isaiah 49:13-16, Jeremiah 29:11-13, Romans 3:21-28
Jeremy Utley · Dec 15
1h 16mNCCF Church Sharing - Nov 16, 2014
NCCF Church · Nov 17
43mNCCF Church Sharing - November 09, 2014
NCCF Church · Nov 10
50mZac Poonen - Growing up to maturity
Zac Poonen · Aug 26
1h 2mNCCF - Sharing Time - May 06, 2014
NCCF Church · May 7
36mNCCF - Sharing Time -April 6, 2014
NCCF Church · Apr 10
1h 13mNCCF Prophecy Time
NCCF Church · Feb 24
55mZac Poonen - The Holy Spirit Show us Jesus - NCCF Conference Feb 2013
Zac Poonen · Nov 6
56mZac Poonen - Romans 6 (Part 1) - February 5, 2012
Zac Poonen · Feb 15
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.
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.
28mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - June 28, 2015
CFC Messages · Jun 29, 2015 · 28m
The speaker emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning within the local church. He draws from Scripture to teach that true Christian life requires more than just hearing the word; it must be accompanied by the power of the Holy Spirit and full conviction. Furthermore, understanding the word is crucial, as otherwise, the enemy can snatch away what has been sown in the heart.
55mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - June 14, 2015
CFC Messages · Jun 17, 2015 · 55m
The speaker emphasizes that a mark of spiritual growth is increasing sensitivity to one's own sin and unChristlike behavior. He shares personal convictions regarding negative talk, citing Matthew 12:36 about accounting for every careless word. The message warns against becoming 'busy bodies' or gossips, which stems from pride, and stresses the importance of guarding one's speech, especially when interacting with unbelievers.
1h 11mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Spirit of grace - SPC7
Zac Poonen · Jun 7, 2015 · 1h 11m
The central message is that the fear of the Lord is the primary guard against sin, even more reliably than spiritual gifts or knowledge. The speaker uses examples like Joseph and Job to illustrate that a deep reverence for God compels one to live blamelessly. He urges listeners to develop a strong moral backbone, prioritizing conscience and eternal accountability over temporary gains or worldly pressures.
54mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Q&A Part 2 - SPC4
Zac Poonen · Jun 7, 2015 · 54m
The central message is that Christian growth involves becoming an exact reflection of Jesus through individual purity and corporate church function. True spiritual service results in holiness, not emotional highs. Progressing in sin-awareness is gradual, and recognizing God's voice comes from consistent obedience to scripture. Humility is found in accepting God's challenging circumstances, which lead to grace.
1h 0mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Q&A Part 1 - SPC3
Zac Poonen · Jun 6, 2015 · 1h 0m
The central message emphasizes that Christian life requires striving to be an exact reflection of Jesus by submitting to God's will in all areas. The speaker details that true spiritual growth involves discipline, which is a combination of the Holy Spirit's work and personal cooperation, focusing on profitable choices rather than merely avoiding the unlawful. Furthermore, overcoming sin requires fleeing from temptation rather than confronting it head-on, and prayer should be God-centered (praying in the spirit) rather than self-centered (praying in the flesh).
4m 3sNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Colossians 1:23
Jeremy Utley · May 3, 2015 · 4m 3s
God desires that believers become holy, blameless, and beyond reproach, and the path to this involves continuing in faith and not being moved from hope. The speaker emphasizes that these concepts are not abstract but require active, persistent effort, comparing this necessary persistence to a child unrelentingly asking for what they want. True dependence on God means being helplessly persistent until He acts, trusting in His good will.
3m 55sNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Colossians 1:22
Bobby McDonald · Apr 19, 2015 · 3m 55s
The central message is that Christians should strive to be presented to God at the end as holy, blameless, and beyond reproach. This goal is achieved both individually through personal purity and corporately by building up one another within the church. The speaker emphasizes that the best gifts we can give God are our character and the spiritual cleansing we achieve for ourselves and for our brothers and sisters in Christ.
25mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - February 22, 2015
CFC Messages · Feb 23, 2015 · 25m
The central message emphasizes that Christian growth requires both individual purity and corporate function, aiming to reflect Jesus. The speaker warns against the dangers of small sins, particularly the love of money, which can lead to larger issues in relationships and the church. He stresses guarding one's heart and mind, as sin is conceived there, and advises examining failures by asking if God's instructions have been neglected.
7mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Colossians 1:13
Jeremy Utley · Feb 1, 2015 · 7m
The speaker reflects on Colossians 1:13, focusing on the reality that while believers are rescued from darkness, they must not become complacent in their fight against sin. He emphasizes that true freedom is not a license for sin, but rather a motivation to proactively seek God's light to illuminate the darkness remaining within us. This requires a continuous, hungry attitude of self-examination, similar to David's pattern of seeking ways to serve God even during times of rest.
15mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Psalm 139:17-18, Isaiah 49:13-16, Jeremiah 29:11-13, Romans 3:21-28
Jeremy Utley · Dec 15, 2014 · 15m
The sermon emphasizes responding to God's undeserved love by becoming a suitable Bride for Christ, which requires both purity and active love. The speaker uses the analogy of a rubber band to illustrate that true devotion means anchoring oneself in God's goodness, rather than fluctuating between worldly concerns and spiritual disciplines. Ultimately, the message calls for a consistent, heartfelt focus on God's love and faithfulness.
1h 16mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Nov 16, 2014
CFC Messages · Nov 17, 2014 · 1h 16m
The central message encourages believers to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that the temptation to
43mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - November 09, 2014
CFC Messages · Nov 10, 2014 · 43m
The message emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. Drawing from Proverbs, the speaker advises believers to conceal transgressions and overlook the weaknesses of others out of love, rather than pointing out every mistake. When seeing a brother's weakness, one should redirect the impulse to judge and instead ask what God is revealing about oneself.
50mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Growing up to maturity
Zac Poonen · Aug 26, 2014 · 50m
The central message is that Christian maturity requires continuous, steady growth in grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ, which is necessary to avoid spiritual stagnation. The speaker cautions against misunderstanding justification by faith as a license to sin, emphasizing that this doctrine must motivate believers toward perfection. True growth is achieved by living in fellowship with Christ, allowing one to discern God's will even in unscriptural situations.
1h 2mNCCF Church
NCCF - Sharing Time - May 06, 2014
CFC Messages · May 7, 2014 · 1h 2m
The speaker shares a profound realization from a temptation where he learned that resisting sin, even if it causes physical pain, is preferable to yielding to sin, which causes spiritual separation from God. He emphasizes that every victory over sin is progress, and the ultimate focus should be on pleasing God rather than managing one's reputation or appearance before people. The message concludes with the assurance that when we are in fellowship with the Lord, He will guide us on when and how to speak.
36mNCCF Church
NCCF - Sharing Time -April 6, 2014
CFC Messages · Apr 10, 2014 · 36m
The speaker warns against compromising integrity for material gain, using examples from the car industry and the parable of the harlot. He emphasizes that true fellowship with God is maintained by walking in the light and upholding moral integrity. The message concludes by stressing the importance of deeply studying scripture, noting that a burning heart for God's Word is a sign of spiritual maturity.
1h 13mNCCF Church
NCCF Prophecy Time
CFC Messages · Feb 24, 2014 · 1h 13m
The sermon emphasizes the importance of maintaining a pure heart and first love within the church, warning against complacency and spiritual routine. The speaker encourages members to remain serious in their commitment to Christ and to avoid judging or looking down upon other Christians or denominations. True spiritual growth requires self-examination and a continuous desire for purity before God.
55mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Holy Spirit Show us Jesus - NCCF Conference Feb 2013
Zac Poonen · Nov 6, 2013 · 55m
The speaker emphasizes that true knowledge of Jesus requires recognizing Him as the Savior who forgives sin, rather than merely a 'forgiver' who addresses only outward sins. He contrasts the 'real Jesus' with a 'different Jesus' who offers earthly blessings but not freedom from sin. Furthermore, he distinguishes the Holy Spirit's work—which leads to holiness—from mere emotional displays, urging listeners to focus on the core gospel message found in the New Testament.
56mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Romans 6 (Part 1) - February 5, 2012
Zac Poonen · Feb 15, 2012 · 56m
The speaker emphasizes that true understanding of God's will, particularly regarding scripture, comes from a deep desire to do God's will, not just intellectual study. He contrasts this with the 'flesh' or self-will, which is the source of sin, arguing that holiness is defined by willingly doing the Father's will. The central message is that when one desires to do God's will, the truths of scripture become clear, leading to freedom from sin's mastery.