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28mBobby McDonald - Be Easy On Others
Bobby McDonald · Sep 12
26mJeremy Utley - Don't Check Out Of The World
Jeremy Utley · Sep 5
10mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Sep 5
14mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Aug 29
22mBobby McDonald - Single-Minded Seeking
Bobby McDonald · Aug 29
9mJeremy Utley - How Big Is Your Faith?
Jeremy Utley · Aug 17
13mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Aug 15
33mSun Kim - Remember: Turning Scars into Praise
Sun Kim · Aug 15
13mJeremy Utley - Having The Right Attitude Towards Discipleship
Jeremy Utley · Aug 11
11mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Aug 8
17mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Aug 1
25mBobby McDonald - Temptation: Watch, Pray, Resist, Flee
Bobby McDonald · Aug 1
11mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jul 25
31mJeremy Utley - Guard Your Gospel
Jeremy Utley · Jul 25
7mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jul 18
12mZac Poonen - The Essential Requirement To Be Baptized
Zac Poonen · Jul 18
51mZac Poonen - Building Your Life On A Solid Foundation
Zac Poonen · Jul 18
5mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jul 11
30mZac Poonen - Manifesting Jesus' Life As We Die To Our Self-life
Zac Poonen · Jul 11
12mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jul 6
37mBobby McDonald - Counterfeit Faith vs Genuine Faith
Bobby McDonald · Jul 4
7mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jun 27
52mZac Poonen - Take The 'Breaking of Bread' More Seriously
Zac Poonen · Jun 27
5mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jun 20
August 3 | Daily Devotion | Repentance Is The Mark Of Being Truly Born Again | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Repentance is the defining mark of a truly born-again Christian. Without genuine repentance—a turning away from sin with changed behavior—one's claim to conversion is hollow and superficial.
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Bobby McDonald - Be Easy On Others
Bobby McDonald · Sep 12, 2022 · 28m
The central message is to reflect Jesus by treating others with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. The speaker emphasizes that Christian struggle often involves internal attitudes toward others, such as overcoming bitterness, and advises being easy on others while being hard on oneself. He concludes by urging listeners to be full of consideration and empty of expectations when dealing with people.
26mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Don't Check Out Of The World
Jeremy Utley · Sep 5, 2022 · 26m
The central message is that Christians must focus on the continuous increase of God's glory, rather than being fixated on what might happen in life's ups and downs. The speaker warns against the temptation to
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NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Sep 5, 2022 · 10m
The message emphasizes that Christian life requires both receiving God's mercy through regeneration and actively living out that salvation. Drawing from Titus 3:5-6, the speaker stresses that salvation is by mercy, but it necessitates a continual, active process of purification and sanctification. This ongoing work is necessary to reflect Christ and function as a holy member of the church.
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CFC Messages · Aug 29, 2022 · 14m
The central message is that Christians should strive to be known for their gentle spirit and moderation, rather than for worldly achievements or status. The speaker emphasizes that true gentleness comes from humility and denying self, contrasting it with seeking glory from men or asserting authority. He advises that this character trait should be evident in speech, mirroring the salt that flavors life without drawing attention to itself.
22mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Single-Minded Seeking
Bobby McDonald · Aug 29, 2022 · 22m
The central message is the necessity of single-mindedly seeking God above all else, making Him the absolute priority in life. The speaker emphasizes that this pursuit requires continuous effort, drawing parallels from Deuteronomy and Jesus' teaching to 'seek first His kingdom.' True seeking is demonstrated by living righteously, keeping God's commandments, and relying on the Holy Spirit's grace, rather than self-effort.
9mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - How Big Is Your Faith?
Jeremy Utley · Aug 17, 2022 · 9m
Drawing from the account of Jesus calming the storm in Luke 8, the speaker emphasizes that 'little faith' is characterized by waiting until the very last moment before crying out for help. He argues that Jesus tests us even in our areas of perceived strength, challenging us to rely on Him rather than our own expertise or checklists. True faith requires dependence on God even when we feel we have the knowledge or ability to handle a situation ourselves.
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CFC Messages · Aug 15, 2022 · 13m
The central message is that all Christian actions, such as kindness and forgiveness, must originate from Christ to be truly pleasing to God. The speaker emphasizes that if the source of our good deeds is ourselves, God sees through it, regardless of how good the action appears externally. True spiritual growth, therefore, is motivated by a desire for Christ to increase in our lives, allowing us to know God more deeply.
33mNCCF Church
Sun Kim - Remember: Turning Scars into Praise
Sun Kim · Aug 15, 2022 · 33m
The central message encourages remembering past experiences, both good and difficult, as God writes our life stories. The speaker uses examples like a car bumper and a mother's scar to illustrate how wounds and struggles can become sources of praise and testimony. Ultimately, the goal is to focus on Jesus' story, as he is the author and perfecter of our faith, allowing us to share our scars for the encouragement of others.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Having The Right Attitude Towards Discipleship
Jeremy Utley · Aug 11, 2022 · 13m
The speaker uses examples from the Gospel of Luke, particularly the healing of the demon-possessed man, to discuss the proper attitude toward ministry and discipleship. He contrasts instances where Jesus commanded silence with the instance where he told the man to proclaim God's works. The central message is that believers should not be discouraged by lack of appreciation, but rather should be proactive in sharing the testimony of God's power, embracing an offensive witness rather than clinging defensively to a comfortable environment.
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CFC Messages · Aug 8, 2022 · 11m
The central message is that Christians are called to reflect the life of Jesus by constantly striving to do good in their daily interactions, much like a sweet aroma. The speaker emphasizes that this requires perseverance, not losing heart when immediate goodness isn't visible. He uses the analogy of a broken water pipe to illustrate that unaddressed bitterness can cause severe spiritual damage, urging the audience to immediately address such negative emotions through forgiveness and seeking God's help.
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CFC Messages · Aug 1, 2022 · 17m
The central message is to persevere in doing good, both personally and corporately, drawing inspiration from Galatians 6:9. The speaker emphasizes that consistency in good works is harder than doing them once, urging the congregation to be diligent in their preparation for sharing within the church family, citing the example of Paul's consistent ministry. Ultimately, the motivation for this effort should be to reap the joy of the Lord.
25mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Temptation: Watch, Pray, Resist, Flee
Bobby McDonald · Aug 1, 2022 · 25m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian life is a race requiring constant vigilance against temptation, which can manifest as covetousness, lust, pride, or fear. To truly overcome these struggles, the speaker stresses that mere effort is insufficient; one must be filled with the Holy Spirit to endure the fight with joy and live a life dedicated to giving glory to God.
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CFC Messages · Jul 25, 2022 · 11m
The central message emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. The speaker draws heavily from John 11, using the resurrection of Lazarus to illustrate that belief in Jesus's life-giving word is what brings salvation, even when circumstances seem hopeless. He concludes by stressing that merely hearing God's word is insufficient; true discipleship requires actively doing what is heard, comparing it to building a house on the rock.
31mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Guard Your Gospel
Jeremy Utley · Jul 25, 2022 · 31m
The central message is that while people often come to Jesus for temporary needs like healing, provision, or relief from difficulty, the true purpose of coming to Him is discipleship and salvation from sin. The speaker warns against mistaking past blessings or answered prayers for evidence of true discipleship, emphasizing that following Jesus requires a commitment to His kingdom even when it brings hardship.
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CFC Messages · Jul 18, 2022 · 7m
The central message is that every aspect of life—from eating and drinking to working, studying, and interacting—must be done to the glory of God, not just during designated 'God time.' The speaker contrasts this biblical mandate with worldly philosophies like 'do what you love' or 'do your best,' emphasizing that true ability comes only through Christ. Living this way means making Jesus the primary focus throughout the entire day.
12mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Essential Requirement To Be Baptized
Zac Poonen · Jul 18, 2022 · 12m
Baptism is presented not as a prerequisite for salvation, but as an act of obedience and a public testimony of a new life in Christ. The core message is that baptism signifies that the believer has turned from sin and desires not to sin again, acknowledging that the 'old man' nature has been crucified with Christ. This testimony is simple: believing in Jesus and being willing to publicly declare that desire to sin no more.
51mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Building Your Life On A Solid Foundation
Zac Poonen · Jul 18, 2022 · 51m
The central message is that the most crucial element for Christian life is not extensive biblical knowledge, but rather the illumination and revelation of the Holy Spirit. The speaker argues that true spiritual understanding, which changes one's life, comes through revelation, not merely through studying scripture or intellectual understanding. He emphasizes that all believers, regardless of education, need this divine revelation to truly follow Christ.
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CFC Messages · Jul 11, 2022 · 5m
The central message revolves around understanding that Jesus is the sole door to salvation, meaning our standing with God is based entirely on His sacrifice, not our own works or devotion. The speaker emphasizes the need to repent of self-reliance and instead focus on continually drawing refreshment from meditating on God's promises. Ultimately, the goal should be to grow in knowing the Shepherd, moving beyond merely enjoying the blessings to gazing upon Him, which leads to abundant life.
30mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Manifesting Jesus' Life As We Die To Our Self-life
Zac Poonen · Jul 11, 2022 · 30m
The central message is that true Christian life requires manifesting the life of Jesus by dying to one's self-will, which is likened to a grain of wheat that must fall and die to bring forth much fruit. The speaker emphasizes that mere knowledge or good reputation is insufficient; instead, one must undergo affliction, perplexity, and submission to allow Christ's life to become visible. This process requires actively submitting to God's will, even when it challenges one's comfort or reputation.
12mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Jul 6, 2022 · 12m
The central message is that Christians must strive to reflect Jesus by living in purity personally and functioning well within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that resisting the urge to repay evil with evil is difficult because we often forget the grace shown to us. True change comes from intentionally setting our minds on heavenly things, following the example of Christ's love and forgiveness.
37mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Counterfeit Faith vs Genuine Faith
Bobby McDonald · Jul 4, 2022 · 37m
The speaker distinguishes between counterfeit and genuine faith, warning that the devil tries to deceive Christians into thinking they have faith through mere emotional experiences. True faith, according to the speaker, is not simply believing God will grant every request, but rather clinging to the unchanging character of God—that God is good—especially when circumstances are difficult or contrary to one's desires. This solid faith is what enables God to work in our lives.
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CFC Messages · Jun 27, 2022 · 7m
The central message is that overcoming life's 'mountains'—which are often internal responses like anxiety, pride, or complacency—requires not human strength, intellect, or external power, but the power of the Holy Spirit. This ministry of the Spirit is best sought through humble, invisible acts of service, starting at home and extending into the church, mirroring the rebuilding of the temple.
52mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Take The 'Breaking of Bread' More Seriously
Zac Poonen · Jun 27, 2022 · 52m
The speaker emphasizes that Christian life requires a deep commitment, likened to a marriage vow, which is formalized through a 'Covenant' with Christ. He explains that covenants always involve an agreement and, fundamentally, death. He traces this concept from the covenant with Noah (signified by the bow) to the Old Testament rituals involving blood, ultimately concluding that the only way to restore humanity's broken relationship with God is through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
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CFC Messages · Jun 20, 2022 · 5m
The message centers on Romans 12:2, urging believers not to conform to the world but to be transformed by renewing their minds. This transformation, likened to a metamorphosis, is achieved by aligning one's thoughts and attitudes with God's will. By offering our lives to God's pleasure, we will discover that His will is good, acceptable, and perfect.