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24mBobby McDonald - The Cushion That Jesus Rested On
Bobby McDonald · Dec 28
22mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Dec 21
29mZac Poonen - What It Means To Love God Supremely
Zac Poonen · 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
11mKevan and Jessi Turner's family commit to NCCF
Kevan and Jessi Turner · Dec 14
17mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Dec 14
19mBobby McDonald - Disregarding ourselves and exalting Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Dec 14
27mZac Poonen - Christlike Freedom from Racism and Partiality
Zac Poonen · Dec 14
29mZac Poonen - Singing As We Take Up The Cross Daily
Zac Poonen · Dec 7
14mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Dec 7
6mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Nov 30
1h 7mZac Poonen - Listen Daily to God Who Has Planned Your Life
Zac Poonen · Nov 30
28mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Nov 23
22mJeremy Utley - Where Is Your Worth?
Jeremy Utley · Nov 23
15mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Nov 16
25mBobby McDonald - Teach us to number our days
Bobby McDonald · Nov 16
15mJeremy Utley - Remove All Merchandise From the Temple of the Heart
Jeremy Utley · Nov 11
22mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Nov 9
21mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Nov 2
22mJeremy Utley - Surviving the Terrible Twos
Jeremy Utley · Nov 2
27mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Oct 26
26mBobby McDonald - Overcoming Unbelief and Negative Attitudes
Bobby McDonald · Oct 26
13mJeremy Utley - Longing for the Holy Spirit
Jeremy Utley · Oct 21
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.
24mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - The Cushion That Jesus Rested On
Bobby McDonald · Dec 28, 2020 · 24m
The central message encourages listeners to find deep rest and peace, even amidst life's storms, by modeling Jesus's trust in God. Drawing from the account of Jesus sleeping in the boat during a storm, the speaker emphasizes that true rest comes from weaving together the love of God and the power of God. This combination provides a stable cushion of peace that sustains us through any difficulty.
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.
29mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - What It Means To Love God Supremely
Zac Poonen · Dec 21, 2020 · 29m
The central message is that true love for God, which must be comprehensive, is impossible to achieve on one's own effort. Drawing parallels from Jesus' miracles and Peter's fishing experience, the speaker emphasizes that one must reach a 'zero point' of personal inability before God can work abundantly. This spiritual discipline requires overcoming competing loves—namely, the love of self, money, and pleasure—to fully dedicate oneself to God.
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.
11mNCCF Church
Kevan and Jessi Turner's family commit to NCCF
Kevan and Jessi Turner · Dec 14, 2020 · 11m
The speakers share their personal journeys of coming to a deeper understanding of their relationship with God, moving beyond mere cultural Christianity. They emphasize that true faith requires personal ownership, repentance, and surrender to Christ, recognizing that self-effort is insufficient. They find ongoing support and grounding at NCCF, which continually directs them back to the feet of Jesus.
17mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Dec 14, 2020 · 17m
The speaker emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. Drawing from Acts 16, he uses the concept of a 'born servant' to illustrate that true service means being completely bound to the Holy Spirit, like Paul was. He concludes that achieving peace in relationships and fellowship requires the individual to 'die for myself,' meaning surrendering personal will to God's direction.
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.
27mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Christlike Freedom from Racism and Partiality
Zac Poonen · Dec 14, 2020 · 27m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by pursuing constant purity and self-discovery, comparing this passion to scientific or medical breakthroughs. The speaker uses Jesus' journey through Samaria and the concept of God's impartiality (Romans 2:11) to argue that Christians must actively combat all forms of prejudice, including racism and partiality, in their personal lives and church fellowship.
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.
14mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Dec 7, 2020 · 14m
The speaker encourages listeners to reflect on how they spend their time, emphasizing the importance of persistent prayer and remaining alert, drawing examples from Daniel's steadfast prayer life despite oppressive laws. He also contrasts this with endless debates, urging the congregation to prioritize prayer. Furthermore, the message highlights that God cares more about the state of our heart and countenance than our material offerings, referencing Cain and Abel.
6mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Nov 30, 2020 · 6m
The central message is that Christians must guard themselves from idols, which are anything we desire more than God's will. The speaker expands this concept to include wanting anything other than what God has appointed for our lives, using Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane as an example. Practical self-examination questions—such as identifying main passions, where free time goes, what causes anxiety, and where we seek rest—are suggested to help uncover any idols in the heart.
1h 7mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Listen Daily to God Who Has Planned Your Life
Zac Poonen · Nov 30, 2020 · 1h 7m
The central message is that while sacrificial service, like Martha's, is commendable, prioritizing time to listen to God's word, as Mary did, is more important. The speaker advises that when struggling with complaints about others, one should bring those concerns directly to the Lord rather than airing them with others. Ultimately, the focus should be on what is eternally important, which is hearing and absorbing Christ's teaching.
28mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Nov 23, 2020 · 28m
The message centers on Psalm 55:22, encouraging listeners to 'cast your burden upon the Lord' for His sustaining power. The speaker emphasizes that this means trusting God with everything, recognizing His sovereignty even amidst chaos, and understanding that His sustenance means enduring trials patiently. To truly be sustained, one must also strive to be righteous, particularly by maintaining a heart of love toward those who cause trouble.
22mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Where Is Your Worth?
Jeremy Utley · Nov 23, 2020 · 22m
The speaker challenges the listener to examine where they derive their worth and identity, using Hebrews 12 to discuss the removal of 'things that can be shaken.' He argues that we often place our value in temporary things like productivity, relationships, or plans. True, unshakable identity, according to the Lord, is found solely in Christ, as exemplified by the promise of the 'Lord's own righteousness.'
15mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Nov 16, 2020 · 15m
The message emphasizes that achieving eternal life is impossible by human effort or adherence to commandments alone; it requires God's grace. The speaker warns against pride and self-sufficiency, urging the listener to desire wholeheartedly to fulfill God's plan. Ultimately, true life is found in accepting God's continuous work, symbolized by receiving a new heart, and prioritizing spiritual growth over earthly concerns like money or perceived accomplishments.
25mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Teach us to number our days
Bobby McDonald · Nov 16, 2020 · 25m
The speaker encourages the audience to live with the awareness that their days are numbered, drawing from Psalm 90:12. He suggests that proving one's commitment to God involves practicing humility, as exemplified by Moses, and recognizing that life is fleeting, as taught in James 4. Ultimately, he emphasizes that the constant practice of repentance—confessing sin, forsaking it, and drawing near to God—is the safest and highest priority in life.
15mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Remove All Merchandise From the Temple of the Heart
Jeremy Utley · Nov 11, 2020 · 15m
The central message is that Christians must guard against an 'inward merchandise'—the pursuit of human honor, recognition, and appreciation—which can prevent true, wholehearted love for God. Drawing parallels from Jesus cleansing the temple, the speaker argues that outward piety is insufficient; one must actively guard against valuing human approval over divine devotion. The goal is to seek only the glory of God, lest one become a spiritual swindler.
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.
27mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Oct 26, 2020 · 27m
The speaker emphasizes that following Jesus requires a radical commitment, illustrated by calculating the cost of discipleship and being prepared for hardship. Key passages from Luke 14 and John 14 are used to teach that discipleship demands giving up personal will and possessions, while the Holy Spirit promises constant presence and guidance through tribulation. The message concludes with a call to practice kindness and forgiveness, mirroring the immense grace God has shown.
26mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Overcoming Unbelief and Negative Attitudes
Bobby McDonald · Oct 26, 2020 · 26m
The speaker uses the story of the Israelites in Numbers 14 to illustrate the danger of unbelief and negative attitudes, contrasting it with the faith shown by Joshua and Caleb. He emphasizes that a positive, hopeful attitude, which is rooted in faith, is crucial, noting that even good outward actions can be undermined by a negative heart. Ultimately, he defines a negative attitude as unbelief—a declaration that God is not good or that things will not work out for the best.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Longing for the Holy Spirit
Jeremy Utley · Oct 21, 2020 · 13m
The central message is the urgent need to desire and receive the Holy Spirit, mirroring Jesus' passion to give it. The speaker draws parallels from Luke 12:50 and John 20, arguing that relying on Jesus' physical presence is insufficient; instead, one must embrace the Spirit's empowering presence. Practically, this means actively choosing to be filled with the Holy Spirit, viewing it as a superior alternative to worldly distractions.