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59mZac Poonen Q & A Session (a) - NCCF Conference Feb 2013
Zac Poonen · Nov 6
30mZac Poonen - Manifesting Christ in the Local Church - NCCF Conference Feb 2013
Zac Poonen · Nov 6
7mTestimony by Bobby - NCCF Conference Feb 2013
NCCF Church · Nov 6
1h 2mZac Poonen - Jesus Explained the Father - NCCF Conference Feb 2013
Zac Poonen · Nov 6
18mZac Poonen - A Church That Functions Like A Body - NCCF Conference Mar 3 2012
Zac Poonen · Nov 6
7mIntroducing NCCF - NCCF Conference Mar 3 2012
NCCF Church · Nov 6
34mZac Poonen - A Church That Has Godly Leadership - NCCF Conference Mar 3 2012
Zac Poonen · Nov 6
1h 27mQ & A with Zac Poonen - NCCF Conference Mar 3 2012
Zac Poonen · Nov 6
38mNCCF Sharing Time
NCCF Church · Oct 21
55mZac Poonen - The Church Must Guard Her Connection To Christ (NCCF)
Zac Poonen · Feb 12
1h 10mZac Poonen - God Works In His Time - NCCF - September 9, 2012
Zac Poonen · Sep 24
1h 14mZac Poonen - The Ministry of the Holy Spirit and the Church - Part 3 - NCCF - July 8, 2012
Zac Poonen · Jul 31
1h 0mZac Poonen - The Ministry of the Holy Spirit and the Church - Part 2 - NCCF - July 1, 2012
Zac Poonen · Jul 13
August 5 | Daily Devotion | Idolatry Is Spiritual Adultery | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Zac Poonen teaches that idolatry constitutes spiritual adultery against God, drawing a parallel between unfaithfulness in marriage and unfaithfulness in our devotion to God. The message calls believers to recognize idolatry in their lives and turn from it in repentance to restore their relationship with God.
59mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen Q & A Session (a) - NCCF Conference Feb 2013
Zac Poonen · Nov 6, 2013 · 59m
The speaker uses Jesus' life and the lives of Old Testament figures to teach about knowing God and living faithfully. He emphasizes that true knowledge comes from diligent study and listening to God's word, rather than worldly achievements. Ultimately, the message shifts from seeking earthly blessings (like those in the Old Covenant) to following Christ's example of submitting to God's will, as detailed in Hebrews 11 and 12.
30mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Manifesting Christ in the Local Church - NCCF Conference Feb 2013
Zac Poonen · Nov 6, 2013 · 30m
The central message is that the local church must actively manifest the character and teachings of Christ to the world, demonstrating what it means to know God as a Father. The speaker emphasizes that this demonstration is not about grand displays but about consistent living in relationships—like a husband treating his wife or a wife submitting—and that this work is ongoing, requiring faithful discipleship across generations. No single individual is indispensable; God needs people willing to stand true to Him regardless of the cost.
7mNCCF Church
Testimony by Bobby - NCCF Conference Feb 2013
CFC Messages · Nov 6, 2013 · 7m
The speaker encourages listeners to maintain a consistent, first-love relationship with Jesus, warning against the pattern of spiritual highs and lows. He emphasizes that true devotion to Christ makes obedience to God's commandments natural and not a burden. Drawing from Song of Solomon, he urges the audience to be desperate in seeking the Lord when they drift, grasping Him tightly once found.
1h 2mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Jesus Explained the Father - NCCF Conference Feb 2013
Zac Poonen · Nov 6, 2013 · 1h 2m
The central message is that knowing Jesus is fundamentally about understanding God as a loving Father, not merely as a judge or policeman. The speaker emphasizes that Christian life must progress beyond simply confessing sins to fulfilling God's specific purpose for one's life on Earth. True discipleship requires an intimate, personal relationship with God, moving beyond theoretical knowledge to lived experience.
18mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - A Church That Functions Like A Body - NCCF Conference Mar 3 2012
Zac Poonen · Nov 6, 2013 · 18m
The speaker emphasizes that Jesus' promise to be with us always is conditional upon us actively making disciples and living according to His commands. He stresses the importance of daily obedience, particularly avoiding murmuring and complaining, which he links to a proper understanding of scripture. Furthermore, he argues that the true model for the church is found in the New Testament pattern of Apostles and Elders, contrasting it with modern hierarchical or unaccountable structures.
7mNCCF Church
Introducing NCCF - NCCF Conference Mar 3 2012
CFC Messages · Nov 6, 2013 · 7m
The speaker emphasizes that Christian life requires both internal purity—being filled with God's love—and external reflection of Jesus's life, calling believers to be the active body of Christ. He highlights key concepts for church life, including the 'body,' 'family,' 'bride,' and 'building,' stressing that believers must actively participate in building up the church on Christ's foundation. The message concludes by encouraging unity and involvement within the local church.
34mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - A Church That Has Godly Leadership - NCCF Conference Mar 3 2012
Zac Poonen · Nov 6, 2013 · 34m
The central message contrasts the 'old Covenant' focus on external religious observance with the 'New Covenant' emphasis on internal transformation. Jesus taught that true righteousness comes from the heart and inner life, not just outward actions or adherence to traditions. Believers must discard old ways and focus on cultivating an inward walk with God, as Christ will judge motives and hidden areas of the heart upon His return.
1h 27mNCCF Church
Q & A with Zac Poonen - NCCF Conference Mar 3 2012
Zac Poonen · Nov 6, 2013 · 1h 27m
The speaker emphasizes that the primary goal in spiritual study should be seeking life, not just knowledge, drawing a parallel to the Tree of Life versus the Tree of Knowledge. He interprets Jesus'
38mNCCF Church
NCCF Sharing Time
CFC Messages · Oct 21, 2013 · 38m
The speaker encourages the congregation to embrace a consistent desire to share what God has taught them in their lives, comparing this to a 'potluck' where everyone contributes. He emphasizes that sharing does not require novelty, citing examples from scripture (like 1 Peter 2:1) and noting that the goal is authenticity and genuine testimony. The central message is to eagerly desire to give to the body, even if the contribution is a repetition of established truth.
55mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Church Must Guard Her Connection To Christ (NCCF)
Zac Poonen · Feb 12, 2013 · 55m
The sermon emphasizes that the Christian life must reflect a continuous, upward trajectory of growth, like the sun's path, rather than settling for substandard spiritual experiences. True church fellowship is not about mutual care, but about each member maintaining a primary, deep, and active relationship with God. The speaker argues that a weak horizontal fellowship often stems from a neglected vertical relationship with the Lord.
1h 10mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - God Works In His Time - NCCF - September 9, 2012
Zac Poonen · Sep 24, 2012 · 1h 10m
The speaker emphasizes that a child's first impression of God comes from the atmosphere and behavior modeled by their parents. He draws parallels between this and the need for believers to constantly point others to Christ, rather than just educating them. Ultimately, he stresses that humility and recognizing our own need for God's grace, rather than comparing ourselves to others, is the most crucial aspect of spiritual growth and parenting.
1h 14mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Ministry of the Holy Spirit and the Church - Part 3 - NCCF - July 8, 2012
Zac Poonen · Jul 31, 2012 · 1h 14m
The central message is that believers are called to live as a 'fragrance of Christ' in every area of life, which goes beyond mere words. This aroma is cultivated by being alert to needs and serving humbly, exemplified by washing feet. Ultimately, this aroma is achieved by consciously crucifying the flesh daily, choosing Christ's way over the 'stink of Adam' in every moment of temptation and decision.
1h 0mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Ministry of the Holy Spirit and the Church - Part 2 - NCCF - July 1, 2012
Zac Poonen · Jul 13, 2012 · 1h 0m
The speaker discusses the ministry of the Holy Spirit, contrasting the early church's reliance on personal conversation and memory with modern over-reliance on the written Bible. He emphasizes that the Holy Spirit's work is to glorify Christ, leading to profound humility, as seen when Isaiah and John reacted to the glory of the Lord. True spiritual guidance points always back to Christ.