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1h 3mZac Poonen - The New Covenant Standard Is Attainable
Zac Poonen · May 7
53mZac Poonen - Some Essentials Of The New Covenant Life
Zac Poonen · May 2
1h 19mZac Poonen - The Church - A Light in the Darkness
Zac Poonen · Aug 22
24mZac Poonen - Child Dedication
Zac Poonen · Aug 22
1h 9mZac Poonen - Amazed At The Mercy Of God
Zac Poonen · Aug 19
1h 9mZac Poonen - Hold Fast To God's Hygienic Words
Zac Poonen · Jul 31
1h 19mZac Poonen - Dangers That New Covenant Christians Face
Zac Poonen · Jun 19
1h 8mZac Poonen - The God-Centered Can Build The Church
Zac Poonen · Jun 16
1h 9m7. Zac Poonen - Those Who Give God Their Best
Zac Poonen · May 27
1h 9m2. Zac Poonen - Restoring Relationships With All People
Zac Poonen · May 27
1h 16m6. Zac Poonen - Building A Body And A Family
Zac Poonen · May 27
29m5. Zac Poonen - The Bride Standing With The LAMB
Zac Poonen · May 27
1h 21m4. Zac Poonen - Q & A - Related To The Church
Zac Poonen · May 27
1h 3m3. Zac Poonen - General Q&A
Zac Poonen · May 27
1h 10m1. Zac Poonen - The Preparation To Be The Bride of Christ
Zac Poonen · May 27
1h 8mZac Poonen - Our Destination Is Christlikeness
Zac Poonen · May 15
16mZac Poonen - The Dual Meaning Of The Breaking Of Bread
Zac Poonen · May 9
1h 9mZac Poonen - A God Who Encourages Us
Zac Poonen · May 9
1h 13mWorshipping God When Suffering By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 29
58m6. Question Answer Session Part-1 By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 8
1h 12m5. Holiness And Fellowship By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 27
1h 8m4. Loving Jesus And Being Broken By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 27
50m7. Question Answer Session Part-2 By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 26
33m3. Justification And Sanctification By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 26
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.
1h 3mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The New Covenant Standard Is Attainable
Zac Poonen · May 7, 2018 · 1h 3m
The central message is that the New Covenant standard of Christian living is attainable through a passionate desire to reflect Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that this standard requires more than mere knowledge of scripture; it demands a deep, consuming thirst for righteousness, similar to thirst in the desert. He argues that true discipleship involves striving to live up to the elevated standards set by Christ, rather than settling for the comfortable compromises of the Old Covenant or current cultural norms.
53mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Some Essentials Of The New Covenant Life
Zac Poonen · May 2, 2018 · 53m
The speaker emphasizes that the core goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning within the local church. He discusses the profound justice demonstrated by God on the cross, noting that Jesus paid the infinite price for sin's eternal separation from God. Furthermore, he argues that true faith is not difficult to achieve, citing the example of the humble Roman centurion, whose faith was rooted in humility, which is the necessary counterpart to faith.
1h 19mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Church - A Light in the Darkness
Zac Poonen · Aug 22, 2017 · 1h 19m
The central message is that Christian life is a marathon requiring constant discipline to finish the race and become partakers of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that believers must guard against falling away due to the deceitfulness of sin, such as hypocrisy, pride, and selfishness. Therefore, active fellowship within a church is crucial for mutual encouragement and exposing hidden sins before they cause a spiritual collapse.
24mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Child Dedication
Zac Poonen · Aug 22, 2017 · 24m
The central message is that raising children for the Lord is a profound gift and responsibility, comparing it to being entrusted with a valuable treasure. The speaker emphasizes that the greatest reward is seeing a child grow to live for God, and this requires the parents to be radical, wholehearted disciples of Jesus. He concludes by noting that the parents' commitment, exemplified by figures like Moses, is crucial in guiding the child away from the world's temptations: the honor of the world, the pleasures of sin, and the wealth of the world.
1h 9mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Amazed At The Mercy Of God
Zac Poonen · Aug 19, 2017 · 1h 9m
The central message is that true Christian life requires a foundation built on genuine repentance, not on perceived blessings or entitlements. The speaker warns against the danger of shallow faith, comparing it to a building whose foundation is flawed, leading to eventual collapse. He emphasizes that the proper message of Christ is turning from rebellion and submitting to God, rather than merely promising wealth or solving all life's problems.
1h 9mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Hold Fast To God's Hygienic Words
Zac Poonen · Jul 31, 2017 · 1h 9m
The speaker addresses the common disappointment in answered prayer, clarifying that God answers every prayer, which can manifest as 'no,' 'wait,' or 'yes.' True reception of God's answers requires believers to maintain a heart free from condemnation, which is achieved through immediate and sincere forgiveness. Ultimately, the message emphasizes that living in the truth—which sets one free—and trusting in God's sovereign plan (Romans 8:28) is key to a life free from fear and bondage.
1h 19mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Dangers That New Covenant Christians Face
Zac Poonen · Jun 19, 2017 · 1h 19m
The central message is that true hope in Christ's return is proven by a life of increasing purity, mirroring Christ's own standard. The speaker warns that intellectual understanding is insufficient; one must prioritize the guidance of the Holy Spirit and maintain a blameless conscience before God and man. Preparation involves confessing everything, forgiving others, and living according to God's will to be ready for the resurrection of the righteous.
1h 8mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The God-Centered Can Build The Church
Zac Poonen · Jun 16, 2017 · 1h 8m
The central message is that true church building is not based on mere doctrine or outward conformity, but on the profound, personal revelation of Jesus Christ in one's heart. The speaker emphasizes that genuine discipleship requires living by the principles of Christ's life daily, which is a continuous process of self-examination and cleansing. He warns that intellectual agreement or outward adherence without this inner revelation constitutes hypocrisy.
1h 9mNCCF Church
7. Zac Poonen - Those Who Give God Their Best
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 1h 9m
The central message is that God accepts offerings based on the heart's attitude, not the offering itself. Drawing from the story of Cain and Abel, the speaker emphasizes that giving God one's very best—whether it's time, energy, or material goods—stems from a heart that recognizes God's prior bestowment. Furthermore, the sermon warns that even a perfect offering will be rejected if the individual is unreconciled with their brother, citing Matthew 5.
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 16mNCCF Church
6. Zac Poonen - Building A Body And A Family
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 1h 16m
The central message is that Christian life requires becoming a true reflection of Jesus, which is manifested both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. Salvation is achieved through repentance—simply turning around to receive God's free gift—and faith, which is reaching out to take that gift. Furthermore, true discipleship requires actively walking in the manner Christ walked, as taught by John in 1 John 2:6.
29mNCCF Church
5. Zac Poonen - The Bride Standing With The LAMB
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 29m
The sermon contrasts the 'great multitude' with the 144,000 from Revelation, arguing that both groups are redeemed by Christ's blood. The key distinction for the 144,000 is that they are not ashamed to openly identify as Christ's disciples, unlike those who might secretly follow the Antichrist for worldly gain. True disciples are characterized by being detached from earthly things and remaining faithful to Christ.
1h 21mNCCF Church
4. Zac Poonen - Q & A - Related To The Church
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 1h 21m
The central message is that Christian growth requires both individual purity and robust, functioning local church fellowship, mirroring the pattern set by the apostles. The speaker argues that simply bringing people to Christ is insufficient; the apostles actively planted churches, appointed elders, and followed up to ensure the new believers were nurtured and grew. He critiques modern church structures for being overly hierarchical and deviates from the biblical model of organic, apostolic planting and care.
1h 3mNCCF Church
3. Zac Poonen - General Q&A
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 1h 3m
The speaker discusses the importance of discerning God's will, drawing parallels to Jesus's ability to discern truth in the Gospels. He advises that when seeking a spouse, the primary focus must be on the person's genuine, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, not on worldly attributes like wealth or looks. Furthermore, he emphasizes that marriage requires keeping Christ central, and that prayer is essential for discerning God's peace regarding major life decisions.
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.
1h 8mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Our Destination Is Christlikeness
Zac Poonen · May 15, 2017 · 1h 8m
The Christian life is not a single event but a lifelong journey with a specific destination. This destination is not a physical place like heaven, but a spiritual one: becoming a likeness of Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that understanding this goal requires looking at scripture contextually, particularly Romans 8:29, which states that God predestines believers to be conformed to the image of Christ.
16mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Dual Meaning Of The Breaking Of Bread
Zac Poonen · May 9, 2017 · 16m
The sermon explores the dual meaning of the 'breaking of bread,' arguing it signifies both a personal surrender of one's will to God's plan and a corporate unity within the Church. Drawing from scripture, the speaker emphasizes that true Christian life involves allowing God to break our own will, mirroring Christ's obedience, and participating together in the shared body of Christ.
1h 9mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - A God Who Encourages Us
Zac Poonen · May 9, 2017 · 1h 9m
The central message is that Christians should reflect Jesus by embodying the spirit of a father rather than merely being teachers. This involves correcting others with restoration and grace, rather than shaming them. Furthermore, the speaker emphasizes that understanding God as a God of encouragement, rather than condemnation, is foundational to a healthy Christian life, impacting relationships at home and in the church.
1h 13mNCCF Church
Worshipping God When Suffering By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 29, 2016 · 1h 13m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christianity requires living according to the New Testament standard, which involves desiring nothing but God. He draws from James 5 to teach patience, comparing the Christian life to a farmer waiting for a harvest, urging believers not to complain or judge others because the Lord's return is near. Suffering and trials are likened to the birth pains before Christ's return, and enduring them patiently, like the Old Testament prophets and Job, leads to a great reward.
58mNCCF Church
6. Question Answer Session Part-1 By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 8, 2016 · 58m
The speaker addresses several questions, emphasizing that overcoming negative thoughts requires renewing the mind by consistently reading and meditating on the Bible, as this focuses one on God's interests. He stresses that true Christian life begins with a genuine new birth, evidenced by a desire not to sin again, and that the test of faith is not falling into sin, but the immediate reaction to it. Finally, he advises that in matters of conviction within a home, one should practice giving freedom, as Christian discipleship is never forced.
1h 12mNCCF Church
5. Holiness And Fellowship By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 27, 2016 · 1h 12m
The central message emphasizes that a balanced Christian life requires both loving God and loving one's neighbor, drawing parallels to the two commandments Jesus taught. True love is an attitude of the heart, not merely an action or service, and it must first be practiced within one's local fellowship. Furthermore, genuine love, like Christ's, involves being corrected and disciplined, which proves God's enduring love.
1h 8mNCCF Church
4. Loving Jesus And Being Broken By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 27, 2016 · 1h 8m
The central message is that a Christian's ultimate goal must be to fulfill God's purpose for their life, which guarantees that all circumstances, even negative ones, will ultimately work for their good, as stated in Romans 8:28. The speaker uses the life of Joseph as a detailed example, illustrating how false accusations, imprisonment, and forgetfulness were all necessary steps orchestrated by God to bring Joseph to his intended place in Egypt. True belief in this principle requires aligning one's life goals entirely with God's plan.
50mNCCF Church
7. Question Answer Session Part-2 By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 26, 2016 · 50m
The speaker emphasizes that all Christians are tempted in the same ways, stemming from the root desire to do one's own will, and overcoming these temptations requires following Jesus' example through the power of the Holy Spirit and prayer. He advises that spiritual growth is a progressive process, like moving through academic levels, and when discussing sensitive topics like gossip, one must always examine their motive to ensure the discussion is for a good purpose, such as protecting others, rather than tearing them down.
33mNCCF Church
3. Justification And Sanctification By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 26, 2016 · 33m
The speaker distinguishes between justification (being accepted by Christ) and sanctification (growth in holiness), using the analogy of a building's foundation and superstructure. While justification is a free gift of God's grace, sanctification requires actively living out good works. True Christian life demands radical repentance—a 180-degree turn from sin—and maintaining this commitment by discerning friendships that pull one toward Christ versus those that pull one back to the world.