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43mSantosh Poonen - What Kind Of House Will You Build For Me?
Santosh Poonen · Jun 8
6mBobby McDonald - Choose The Path Where Jesus Is
Bobby McDonald · Jun 1
48mZac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 4
Zac Poonen · May 31
16mJeremy Utley - Completely Cooperate with God’s Smelting
Jeremy Utley · May 27
51mZac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 3
Zac Poonen · May 25
53mZac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 2
Zac Poonen · May 18
55mZac Poonen - Entering Into The Rest Of God's Perfect Love
Zac Poonen · May 17
14mAnnie Poonen - A Word To Mothers And Daughters
Annie Poonen · May 11
5mBobby McDonald - Light From The Lord Helps Us See Things How He Sees Them
Bobby McDonald · May 11
1h 6mZac Poonen - Lessons From Seven Wives And Seven Mothers
Zac Poonen · May 11
11mJeremy Utley - Delivered From The Law Of Stumbling
Jeremy Utley · May 4
7mJeremy Utley and Zac Poonen - Communion Message
Zac Poonen · May 4
49mZac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 1
Zac Poonen · May 4
59mZac Poonen - Build Close Relationships In Your Family
Zac Poonen · Apr 28
54mZac Poonen - Secure In Our Father's Love We Purify Ourselves
Zac Poonen · Apr 20
5mBobby McDonald - Shine The Light On Your Deeds To See Their Origin
Bobby McDonald · Apr 20
8mJeremy Utley - The Cup And The Sword
Jeremy Utley · Apr 15
50mZac Poonen - Death To Self And The Resurrected Life
Zac Poonen · Apr 14
3m 18sZac Poonen - Communion Message
Zac Poonen · Apr 7
51mZac Poonen - During This Time, Let Patience Do A Perfect Work In You
Zac Poonen · Apr 6
10mBobby McDonald - Safe In God's Loving Hands
Bobby McDonald · Mar 30
13mJeremy Utley - Joining Jesus In Interceding For The Church
Jeremy Utley · Mar 26
49mZac Poonen - We Are More Than Conquerors
Zac Poonen · Mar 23
5mBobby McDonald - Being Like A Young Bride In A Married Land
Bobby McDonald · Mar 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.
43mNCCF Church
Santosh Poonen - What Kind Of House Will You Build For Me?
Santosh Poonen · Jun 8, 2020 · 43m
The speaker cautions against building a dwelling place for God using only human effort or mentality, referencing Acts 7:48. He argues that while Christians should strive to build their lives and church life according to the biblical pattern, these works can wither away if not sustained by God's presence. The core message is that true dwelling for God is not found in physical structures or mere adherence to rules, but in a deeper, abiding reality.
6mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Choose The Path Where Jesus Is
Bobby McDonald · Jun 1, 2020 · 6m
The central message is that Christians must intentionally follow the narrow path of discipleship, which is the way that leads to life and is characterized by God's will. This path, modeled after Jesus' teachings, offers rest and peace, much like power-steering assists in driving. When we seek God's will and walk in it, He guides us, making the journey restful rather than a struggle against our own efforts.
48mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 4
Zac Poonen · May 31, 2020 · 48m
The sermon outlines the path to growing in Christlikeness by examining the attitudes described in the Sermon on the Mount. Key elements include being pure in heart, which means centering all love on God, and progressing from being a mere child of God to a true son. This journey requires first achieving peace with God through justification by faith, which then enables one to become a peacemaker in life.
16mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Completely Cooperate with God’s Smelting
Jeremy Utley · May 27, 2020 · 16m
The central message is that Christians must undergo a thorough refining process, likened to silver being purified by a smelter, to become a reflection of Jesus. This purification involves passing through trials, symbolized by water and fire, which God uses to remove impurities. This process is not quick and requires God's consistent, faithful work to yield a pure life capable of offering righteousness to the Lord.
51mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 3
Zac Poonen · May 25, 2020 · 51m
The central message is that true Christian growth requires a deep, constant hunger for righteousness, which the speaker defines as a heart abounding in love for all people, starting at home. The speaker warns that complacency or satisfaction with current piety is the greatest threat to spiritual growth, urging listeners to actively pursue holiness and love, just as Paul pressed toward the upward call of God.
53mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 2
Zac Poonen · May 18, 2020 · 53m
Jesus consistently preached radical discipleship, not merely to large crowds, but to those willing to follow wholeheartedly. He taught that true discipleship requires radical commitment, exemplified by passages where he spoke of hating one's own family, carrying the cross, and giving up possessions. The speaker warns that a church's growth in size is meaningless if it lacks a core of radical, wholehearted followers willing to sacrifice for the Lord.
55mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Entering Into The Rest Of God's Perfect Love
Zac Poonen · May 17, 2020 · 55m
The central message is that true rest in God's love comes from maintaining a clear conscience, which requires confessing all known sin to the Lord. Sin is defined not just by breaking laws, but by anything that comes short of the glory of God, such as harboring unloving thoughts or wishing evil on others. The speaker emphasizes that the law of love must be the standard, and believers must constantly examine their hearts to live in the light of Christ's love.
14mNCCF Church
Annie Poonen - A Word To Mothers And Daughters
Annie Poonen · May 11, 2020 · 14m
The speaker draws parallels between God's tender mercy, exemplified by Jesus in approaching Jerusalem, and the care mothers give their children. She shares personal testimonies about realizing her mother's sacrifices and the profound nature of surrender to the Lord. The message encourages daughters to appreciate their mothers' sacrifices and urges all mothers to use their sensitive nature to pray for their children's struggles.
5mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Light From The Lord Helps Us See Things How He Sees Them
Bobby McDonald · May 11, 2020 · 5m
The central message is that true understanding and guidance from God come not just from receiving answers or knowledge, but from experiencing His light, which allows one to see situations from His perspective. The speaker uses the analogy of a puzzle in the dark to illustrate that God's light enables a deeper view of His work and love, which is more valuable than solving immediate problems. Ultimately, this means prioritizing intimate fellowship with Christ over merely seeking solutions to external struggles.
1h 6mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Lessons From Seven Wives And Seven Mothers
Zac Poonen · May 11, 2020 · 1h 6m
The sermon emphasizes that the ultimate goal for Christians is to reflect Jesus Christ, which requires personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker uses biblical examples, particularly Eve and Job's wife, to warn against wives taking over headship or failing to submit to God's authority, stressing that a wife's ultimate example of submission is following Christ's submission to the Father.
11mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Delivered From The Law Of Stumbling
Jeremy Utley · May 4, 2020 · 11m
The sermon explores Psalm 56:13, interpreting the deliverance from death (past), the power of sin (present), and the presence of sin (future) through Christ's work. The central message is that believers are delivered from the *law* of stumbling, enabling them to walk in the light of life by actively seeking to confess sins God convicts them of. This process requires a commitment to self-judgment, mirroring the cleansing work of Christ, and embracing the Lord's guidance even when it points out shortcomings.
7mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley and Zac Poonen - Communion Message
Zac Poonen · May 4, 2020 · 7m
The message emphasizes that communion is a reminder of Christ's death and the believer's commitment to discipleship. It stresses that Christians must live constantly in a state of self-examination, judging themselves rightly daily, not just during the observance of the Lord's Table. This constant self-assessment prepares one for the Lord's return, ensuring nothing is found lacking when standing before Him.
49mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 1
Zac Poonen · May 4, 2020 · 49m
True spiritual growth requires understanding sin not just as breaking a rule or failing to do what is known to be right, but fundamentally as coming short of the glory of God, which is defined by the life of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that this high standard means any action or word that cannot be done in the presence of Christ is sinful. To grow, one must constantly examine oneself against this standard, recognizing that compromise for worldly gain is ultimately yielding to the devil.
59mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Build Close Relationships In Your Family
Zac Poonen · Apr 28, 2020 · 59m
The speaker urges listeners to redeem the time by making the most of their time, emphasizing that this involves more than just Bible study. A crucial aspect of redeeming time is building close fellowship within the family, as the text suggests that the distance between fathers and children was a cause for divine displeasure. He concludes by stressing the importance of strengthening family bonds in preparation for the Lord's coming.
54mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Secure In Our Father's Love We Purify Ourselves
Zac Poonen · Apr 20, 2020 · 54m
The speaker cautions against being misled by false prophets who claim to predict future events, urging listeners to rely solely on God's Word. He emphasizes that true Christian living requires humility and maintaining a spirit of readiness for Christ's return, rather than succumbing to fear. The core message is that fear kills faith, and believers must live looking toward the Lord's coming with courage.
5mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Shine The Light On Your Deeds To See Their Origin
Bobby McDonald · Apr 20, 2020 · 5m
The central message is that true Christian living requires bringing all deeds, thoughts, and attitudes into the light of God's truth to ensure they are genuinely wrought by God's will. The speaker encourages believers to adopt the attitude of constant self-examination, similar to David's plea, to purify their inner selves. By continually checking one's actions and thoughts against the Lord's will, believers can grow closer to reflecting Jesus.
8mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Cup And The Sword
Jeremy Utley · Apr 15, 2020 · 8m
The central message is that to effectively share the 'cup of salvation' with others, one must first be willing to accept whatever the Lord sends, even if it is painful. The speaker draws a parallel between Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane and Peter drawing a sword; just as Jesus was called to drink the cup, the believer must put away the 'sword' of self-defense, justification, and resistance. Only by accepting the Father's will can one minister the salvation to others.
50mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Death To Self And The Resurrected Life
Zac Poonen · Apr 14, 2020 · 50m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be reflections of Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that sin separates us from God's original plan, and while Christ's sacrifice removed the curse, believers must actively walk in the light to avoid the darkness of sin, such as unforgiveness. Ultimately, Jesus' death opened access to the Tree of Life, mirroring the tearing of the temple curtain, which grants us confidence to approach God.
3m 18sNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Communion Message
Zac Poonen · Apr 7, 2020 · 3m 18s
The central message is that Christians must strive to be a reflection of Jesus Christ both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. Drawing from the early church in Acts, the speaker emphasizes that even when meeting in different homes, believers remain one body in Christ. Partaking of the bread and cup should be done with deep remembrance of Christ's sacrifice, signifying a willingness to die with Him and take sin seriously.
51mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - During This Time, Let Patience Do A Perfect Work In You
Zac Poonen · Apr 6, 2020 · 51m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by aligning their lives with God's ultimate purpose, as described in Romans 8:28-29. This requires loving God supremely above all earthly attachments—including family, career, or comfort—because only such alignment ensures that all circumstances work together for good. The speaker encourages the audience to embrace trials with joy, referencing James 1:2, as a test of this supreme devotion to Christ.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Safe In God's Loving Hands
Bobby McDonald · Mar 30, 2020 · 10m
The central message is finding profound security and rest in God's loving hands, drawing assurance from Psalm 139. The speaker emphasizes that God's protection covers all aspects of life, even in darkness or times of tragedy. Ultimately, while external fears are addressed by faith in God's sovereignty, the greatest danger is neglecting one's own sin and desires, which can lead to spiritual complacency.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Joining Jesus In Interceding For The Church
Jeremy Utley · Mar 26, 2020 · 13m
The central message is that Christians must balance receiving rest in Jesus Christ with actively interceding for the church until it is fully established in purity and completeness. Drawing from Isaiah 62 and Colossians 1, the speaker argues that while we are called to come to Jesus when weary, we are also commanded to take no rest in interceding for our brothers and sisters. This requires a passionate commitment to seeing the church established in Christ.
49mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - We Are More Than Conquerors
Zac Poonen · Mar 23, 2020 · 49m
The central message is that the Christian life's ultimate goal is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, making all other pursuits secondary. The speaker emphasizes that true surrender to God's will, even through suffering, is how believers grow. He concludes by assuring the audience that what God did for Jesus, He will do for them, citing promises of provision and companionship.
5mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Being Like A Young Bride In A Married Land
Bobby McDonald · Mar 21, 2020 · 5m
The sermon uses the metaphor of a young bride to illustrate the ideal relationship with God. The central message is the need to maintain the initial eagerness and devotion of a young bride, rather than becoming complacent or distracted by worldly things. The speaker emphasizes that believers must be vigilant to catch unfaithfulness in their hearts early, recognizing that true devotion means finding God as the ultimate refuge.