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9mAnnie Poonen - O To Be Like Jesus
Annie Poonen · Mar 1
1h 0mZac Poonen - The Most Important Message of Discipleship
Zac Poonen · Mar 1
36mZac Poonen - Seek Earnestly to be Filled with the Holy Spirit Continually
Zac Poonen · Feb 22
19mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Feb 22
26mJeremy Utley - Beholding and Mourning the Slain Lamb
Jeremy Utley · Feb 15
27mZac Poonen - What Jesus Actually Suffered On The Cross
Zac Poonen · Feb 15
27mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Feb 8
17mJeremy Utley - The Shelter in Place Disciple Development Program
Jeremy Utley · Feb 3
1h 4mZac Poonen - Maximum And Minimum Christians - Christ's Bride And The Harlot Church
Zac Poonen · Feb 1
19mJeremy Utley - Continue Beholding God's Kindness
Jeremy Utley · Jan 27
24mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jan 18
25mJeremy Utley - Learning to Treasure Brokenness
Jeremy Utley · Jan 18
17mJeremy Utley - Am I Partaking of the Father's Heart?
Jeremy Utley · Jan 13
26mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jan 11
50mZac Poonen - Freedom From Discouragement And Condemnation
Zac Poonen · Jan 4
26mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Dec 28
22mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Dec 21
18mJeremy Utley - Be Happy With God's Quiet Work
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21
14mJeremy Utley - "What Should I Share in the Church Meeting?"
Jeremy Utley · Dec 16
19mBobby McDonald - Disregarding ourselves and exalting Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Dec 14
29mZac Poonen - Singing As We Take Up The Cross Daily
Zac Poonen · Dec 7
22mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Nov 9
21mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Nov 2
22mJeremy Utley - Surviving the Terrible Twos
Jeremy Utley · Nov 2
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.
9mNCCF Church
Annie Poonen - O To Be Like Jesus
Annie Poonen · Mar 1, 2021 · 9m
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This transformation must happen both individually through personal purity and corporately by functioning fully within the local church. The message emphasizes drawing strength from the Holy Spirit to achieve this likeness to Christ.
1h 0mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Most Important Message of Discipleship
Zac Poonen · Mar 1, 2021 · 1h 0m
The core message of discipleship is to be an exact reflection of Jesus, which requires both personal purity and active participation in the local church. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship is more valuable than worldly treasures and requires a constant self-examination, like a physical checkup. He warns against counterfeit faith and stresses that Jesus' teachings often challenged the crowd rather than seeking popularity.
36mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Seek Earnestly to be Filled with the Holy Spirit Continually
Zac Poonen · Feb 22, 2021 · 36m
The true Christian life is characterized by a continuous state of 'dissatisfied satisfaction,' meaning one rests in the assurance of forgiveness and justification through Christ while remaining dissatisfied with one's own sinfulness and desire to become more like Jesus. This pursuit requires continually being filled with the Holy Spirit, which empowers every member of the body of Christ to manifest gifts for the common good, regardless of perceived limitations like shyness or lack of visible gifts.
19mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Feb 22, 2021 · 19m
The speaker urges the audience to guard their hearts from seeking approval from people, emphasizing that God knows our deepest motives. True spiritual growth requires prioritizing the approval of God over the praise or judgment of men. Furthermore, the message stresses the need for daily, attentive connection with God, warning against spiritual complacency, even when surrounded by godly people or church activity.
26mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Beholding and Mourning the Slain Lamb
Jeremy Utley · Feb 15, 2021 · 26m
The speaker discusses the concept of 'mourning' as a vital component of the disciple's journey toward abundant life, drawing from Jesus' words to the mourning. He contrasts mere 'life' (forgiveness) with 'abundant life,' which signifies a deep, Spirit-filled reality characterized by freedom from fear and bitterness. True commitment to this abundant life is measured by one's passion for entering into it, which can be assessed by one's attitude toward conviction of sin.
27mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - What Jesus Actually Suffered On The Cross
Zac Poonen · Feb 15, 2021 · 27m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that the highest form of mourning is over the reality of the slain Lamb, which should be a fresh, profound message. Ultimately, Christian life is presented as a race that requires single-minded focus on looking unto Jesus, making all other worldly concerns secondary.
27mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Feb 8, 2021 · 27m
The central message emphasizes that the primary requirement for receiving God's grace is maintaining humility, as taught by Peter's admonition. The speaker draws parallels from biblical figures like Cain, Abel, Saul, and David, highlighting that true discipleship requires continuous self-abasement and repentance. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to live with humility, knowing that God's presence and grace are promised to those who remain lowly in heart.
17mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Shelter in Place Disciple Development Program
Jeremy Utley · Feb 3, 2021 · 17m
The central message is that true worship in spirit means striving to be pleasing to God, which is exemplified by Jesus' life before his ministry. The speaker argues that the current circumstances, like being 'shelter in place,' should not be seen as a hindrance but rather as a divine 'disciple development program.' This period offers a unique opportunity for believers to learn how to seek God's pleasure privately, mirroring how Jesus learned to please the Father before His public ministry.
1h 4mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Maximum And Minimum Christians - Christ's Bride And The Harlot Church
Zac Poonen · Feb 1, 2021 · 1h 4m
The speaker contrasts two spiritual streams, comparing them to Cain and Abel, and later to Saul and David. The 'minimum' stream represents those who only do what is required to be accepted by God or the community, while the 'maximum' stream represents those who give their absolute best. True Christian life requires striving for the maximum, characterized by humility and giving fully, rather than settling for the minimum required effort.
19mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Continue Beholding God's Kindness
Jeremy Utley · Jan 27, 2021 · 19m
The central message is the necessity of continuously beholding God's kindness, rather than focusing only on His severity or judgment. The speaker contrasts the outcomes of Judas (who saw God as a hard master) and Peter (who saw the look of love) after their respective failures. He urges the audience to emulate the gardener in the parable, choosing to give grace and another year of nurturing rather than immediate judgment, applying this to relationships with backsliders and family.
24mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Jan 18, 2021 · 24m
The speaker shares personal reflections on the importance of patience, particularly in fatherhood, drawing from Psalm 101 and 1 Corinthians 13. He emphasizes that true love requires patience, and this virtue is cultivated not through techniques, but by intently 'beholding' the glory of Jesus in scripture, allowing the Holy Spirit to transform us from glory to glory. The ultimate example of this gentle patience is seen in Jesus interacting with a child in Mark 9.
25mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Learning to Treasure Brokenness
Jeremy Utley · Jan 18, 2021 · 25m
The central message is that God's power is best displayed through human brokenness, not through remaining intact or being scattered. The speaker draws from scripture to argue that while we naturally fear brokenness, God desires to use our broken pieces as the canvas for His surpassing greatness. Therefore, Christians must learn to treasure their weakness and brokenness as part of their discipleship.
17mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Am I Partaking of the Father's Heart?
Jeremy Utley · Jan 13, 2021 · 17m
The central message is to resist a transactional approach to faith, where one approaches God only when needing something or having a task. Drawing from the example of Mary choosing the 'good part,' the speaker emphasizes that simply sitting at Jesus' feet and drawing near to Him is sufficient. Furthermore, the sermon warns against looking upon others—whether fellow believers or unbelievers—with contempt, urging instead to adopt the humble, needy posture of the publican.
26mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Jan 11, 2021 · 26m
The central message is that Christians must move beyond merely surviving trials to becoming 'overwhelming conquerors' through God's strength. The speaker challenges the audience to examine their response to difficulty, urging them to trust God completely rather than complaining or trying to control circumstances. True discipleship is proven by bearing fruit, even in seasons of drought, by remaining rooted in faith and yielding to God's divine purpose.
50mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Freedom From Discouragement And Condemnation
Zac Poonen · Jan 4, 2021 · 50m
The central message is that Christians should not become discouraged, especially regarding spiritual progress, because their ministry is a continuous process of transformation from one degree of glory to the next. True spiritual growth involves looking into the Word of God (the mirror) and focusing on personal progress toward Christ's image, rather than comparing oneself to others or dwelling on past failures. This ongoing process requires reliance on grace, which empowers us daily.
26mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Dec 28, 2020 · 26m
The message emphasizes that true discipleship requires a radical, all-consuming devotion to God that surpasses all earthly loves, mirroring Jesus' obedience to the Father. The core teaching is that the blessing is not found in merely knowing scripture or accumulating knowledge, but in actively doing what is known. This requires a simple, devoted heart focused on God's presence, rather than outward religious activity.
22mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Dec 21, 2020 · 22m
The speaker draws lessons from the Wise Men's worship of Jesus, emphasizing that true devotion is focused solely on Christ, regardless of worldly gain or logical assumptions. He also encourages the congregation to maintain praise and faith in God's love, even during times of difficulty, drawing parallels to David in the wilderness and Peter's experience. The core message is to live with unwavering faith, focusing on Christ's love and character as one grows into the likeness of Christ.
18mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Be Happy With God's Quiet Work
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21, 2020 · 18m
The central message is to find contentment and joy in God's quiet, unseen work in our lives, rather than becoming anxious about visible signs of progress. The speaker contrasts the danger of complacency with the danger of paranoia regarding spiritual growth, using Jesus' early life and the example of saints to illustrate that God's work often happens quietly over time. True discipleship involves being content and joyful in the process, trusting God's timing even when progress feels slow or unmeasurable.
14mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - "What Should I Share in the Church Meeting?"
Jeremy Utley · Dec 16, 2020 · 14m
The speaker advises that when preparing to share at a church meeting, one must resist the temptation to share what sounds clever or intellectually stimulating. Instead, the focus should be on what Christ has truly accomplished in the speaker's life. A key test is to ask what has quenched the speaker's own spiritual thirst and provided comfort, mirroring the principle that one must first receive living water from Jesus to be able to give it to others.
19mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Disregarding ourselves and exalting Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Dec 14, 2020 · 19m
The central message is that true discipleship requires completely disregarding the self and exalting Jesus, mirroring Christ's willingness to die for others. This surrender means letting go of personal rights, ambitions, and earthly attachments, finding freedom in focusing on God's will rather than self-centered desires. The speaker emphasizes that this mindset, like Paul's, allows one to endure suffering and focus on the eternal reward.
29mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Singing As We Take Up The Cross Daily
Zac Poonen · Dec 7, 2020 · 29m
The central message is that the ultimate goal for Christians is not achieving miraculous feats, but rather taking up the cross daily and striving for perfection through self-denial. The speaker contrasts the historical miracles of faith with the superior calling of following Jesus, urging the audience to give up all sin and hindrances to run the race with endurance, acknowledging their dependence on God like a baby.
22mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Nov 9, 2020 · 22m
The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate goal of Christian life is not self-improvement or personal betterment, but rather to reflect Jesus Christ's glory. He warns against diluting the gospel into self-help advice, arguing that Christ's sacrifice is unnecessary if that is the end goal. True discipleship requires acknowledging one's helplessness before God and recognizing that Christ is everything, leading to a life focused solely on His glory and will.
21mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Nov 2, 2020 · 21m
The speaker uses the analogy of a boy leaving behind gold while building sandcastles to illustrate that Christians often neglect God's word and love for worldly pursuits. He emphasizes that the Kingdom of God is the most priceless treasure, which requires us to sell off earthly attachments with great joy. The message also stresses the importance of fearing the Lord—understanding that this reverence is the beginning of wisdom and is necessary for spiritual maturity and entering God's rest.
22mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Surviving the Terrible Twos
Jeremy Utley · Nov 2, 2020 · 22m
The sermon centers on the profound privilege of 'receiving' Jesus, drawing parallels from Zacchaeus and Levi. The speaker emphasizes that the greatest opportunity to receive Christ is by receiving children in Jesus' name, which signifies living in the light of His mercy and welcome. This act is not based on obligation, personal connection, or mere compassion, but on recognizing the grace shown to us by Christ.