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33mJeremy Utley - We Will Reap the Life of Christ If We Don't Give Up
Jeremy Utley · Sep 26
23mChurch Sharing - September 8, 2019
NCCF Church · Sep 11
23mBobby McDonald - Some Things I've Learned While Waiting on the Lord
Bobby McDonald · Sep 11
18mNCCF Church Sharing - September 1, 2019
NCCF Church · Sep 2
1h 0mZac Poonen - A Solid Grip on the Christian Life (6) The Body of Christ
Zac Poonen · Aug 26
10mNCCF Church Sharing - August 18, 2019
NCCF Church · Aug 23
1h 3mZac Poonen - A Solid Grip On The Christian Life (5) The Daily Cross
Zac Poonen · Aug 19
15mNCCF Church Sharing - August 4, 2019
NCCF Church · Aug 13
10mNCCF Church Sharing - August 11, 2019
NCCF Church · Aug 13
1h 2mZac Poonen - A Solid Grip on the Christian Life (4) Filled with the Holy Spirit
Zac Poonen · Aug 12
49mZac Poonen - A Solid Grip On The Christian Life (3) The Living Word of God
Zac Poonen · Aug 5
1h 12mZac Poonen - Our Love Must Grow in Discernment
Zac Poonen · Aug 5
16mNCCF Church Sharing - July 28, 2019
NCCF Church · Jul 30
44mZac Poonen - A Solid Grip On The Christian Life (2) The Blood of Christ
Zac Poonen · Jul 29
12mNCCF Church Sharing - July 21, 2019
NCCF Church · Jul 25
37mZac Poonen - A Solid Grip On The Christian Life (1) Our Father Who Rules from Heaven
Zac Poonen · Jul 22
21mNCCF Church Sharing - July 14, 2019
NCCF Church · Jul 15
22mJeremy Utley - Valuing the Ministry of Encouragement
Jeremy Utley · Jul 15
8mNCCF Church Sharing - July 7, 2019
NCCF Church · Jul 8
46mZac Poonen - Overcomers Judge Themselves Daily
Zac Poonen · Jul 8
16mNCCF Church Sharing - June 30, 2019
NCCF Church · Jul 1
22mBobby McDonald - Stiff-necked vs Easily Broken
Bobby McDonald · Jul 1
21mNCCF Church Sharing - June 23, 2019
NCCF Church · Jun 25
23mNCCF Church Sharing - June 16, 2019
NCCF Church · Jun 18
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.
33mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - We Will Reap the Life of Christ If We Don't Give Up
Jeremy Utley · Sep 26, 2019 · 33m
The sermon uses the parable of a little boy planting a carrot seed to illustrate spiritual principles drawn from Galatians 6:8. It emphasizes that those who sow to their own flesh will reap corruption, but those who sow to the Spirit will reap eternal life. The key takeaway is that consistent effort—watering and weeding—is necessary to endure discouragement and ultimately reap the life of Christ.
23mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - September 8, 2019
CFC Messages · Sep 11, 2019 · 23m
The central message is that Christians must strive to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker uses the analogy of carrying a heavy 'trash bag' of sin (malice, greed, anger) to illustrate the burden of self-effort, contrasting it with the rest offered by Christ. True rest is found by taking Christ's yoke, which requires learning gentleness and humility, rather than bearing self-imposed burdens.
23mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Some Things I've Learned While Waiting on the Lord
Bobby McDonald · Sep 11, 2019 · 23m
The speaker discusses what to do while waiting on the Lord, drawing from Isaiah 40:31. He emphasizes that waiting is an active process requiring believers to take the next step of obedience today and then trust God for all subsequent steps. Furthermore, he teaches that God's primary goal is not merely to change our circumstances, but to change us into the image of Christ, a process that often requires patience and builds gratitude and humility.
18mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - September 1, 2019
CFC Messages · Sep 2, 2019 · 18m
The speaker encourages the congregation that God remembers the good works and service shown to His church, comparing this remembrance to the fine linen that will adorn the church at the wedding of the Lamb. Practically, this means believers should serve without expecting human thanks, trusting instead in God's remembrance. Furthermore, the speaker advises remembering the good deeds done by others to avoid unrighteousness in one's own heart.
1h 0mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - A Solid Grip on the Christian Life (6) The Body of Christ
Zac Poonen · Aug 26, 2019 · 1h 0m
The central message is that true Christian life requires a solid grip on several key areas: knowing God intimately as Father, understanding the cleansing power of Christ's blood through repentance, living by the 'Living Word' of God, experiencing the fullness of the Holy Spirit, embracing the way of the Cross, and finally, becoming fully united in the Body of Christ. The speaker warns that many Christians are spiritually deficient in these areas, contrasting the New Covenant blessings with the limitations of the Old Covenant.
10mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - August 18, 2019
CFC Messages · Aug 23, 2019 · 10m
The central message is that Christians are called to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the church. The speaker emphasizes that God's compassion, demonstrated through His Word and the Holy Spirit, is crucial for overcoming discouragement from past sins. True restoration comes from embracing God's mercy, viewing discipline as a father's loving act, and continually thanking Him for His unending kindness.
1h 3mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - A Solid Grip On The Christian Life (5) The Daily Cross
Zac Poonen · Aug 19, 2019 · 1h 3m
The central message is that following Jesus requires a daily commitment to taking up one's own cross, which means denying self-will. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship is not merely believing in Christ's sacrifice but actively choosing to follow Him daily, mirroring Jesus' own life. This daily self-denial is presented as the key to a life free from sin and the grip of the devil.
15mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - August 4, 2019
CFC Messages · Aug 13, 2019 · 15m
The central message is that Christians are called to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning within the local church. Drawing from Isaiah 60:1-3, the speaker emphasizes that God desires His people to move from darkness into His light. This transformation happens when we choose to sit at Jesus' feet, allowing the Holy Spirit to work within us, making our presence a source of God's glory.
10mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - August 11, 2019
CFC Messages · Aug 13, 2019 · 10m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that this requires deep self-examination, symbolized by mourning one's sin, and a quick, honest response to God's calling, much like Zacchaeus's encounter with Jesus. Ultimately, the goal is to allow Christ's light to shine through one's life, which is an act of salvation, not condemnation.
1h 2mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - A Solid Grip on the Christian Life (4) Filled with the Holy Spirit
Zac Poonen · Aug 12, 2019 · 1h 2m
The central message is that the goal of the Christian life is to reflect Jesus Christ, which is achieved through personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that being filled with the Holy Spirit must be measured against the life of Christ, not just gifts. He cautions against counterfeit experiences, noting that the Holy Spirit's work is characterized by Christ's example—lifting people up and manifesting God's will through character, especially humility.
49mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - A Solid Grip On The Christian Life (3) The Living Word of God
Zac Poonen · Aug 5, 2019 · 49m
The central message is that Christians must develop a habit of not just reading Scripture, but actively listening to the living Word of God, which is what empowers us to reflect Jesus. This requires meditating on God's word daily, which results in being firmly planted, bearing fruit in season, and never being discouraged. True prosperity is defined not by wealth, but by fulfilling God's will in this life.
1h 12mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Our Love Must Grow in Discernment
Zac Poonen · Aug 5, 2019 · 1h 12m
The central message emphasizes that Christian life requires constant awareness of speaking to God, not just going through religious motions. Drawing from scripture, the speaker stresses that life comes not from mere knowledge or ritual, but from hearing and living by every word proceeding from God in the present tense. True fellowship with God requires walking in the light—meaning honesty—which allows the blood of Jesus to cleanse us from sin.
16mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - July 28, 2019
CFC Messages · Jul 30, 2019 · 16m
The speaker emphasizes that salvation alone is insufficient; Christians must actively 'hold fast' to Christ to secure their eternal reward or 'crown.' Drawing from Revelation 3:10, he contrasts the sacrifice and example of Jesus' life with the temptations to revert to sin. The central message is to live a life focused entirely on Christ's example and perseverance, recognizing that only Jesus' sacrifice is weighty enough to outweigh any temptation to sin.
44mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - A Solid Grip On The Christian Life (2) The Blood of Christ
Zac Poonen · Jul 29, 2019 · 44m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life requires a solid grip on knowing God as Father, which is achieved by seeking Him with all one's heart. He draws a parallel between the Israelites' deliverance from slavery in Egypt and the need for believers to cry out in deep desperation over their sin. Ultimately, the blood of Christ is presented as the only means of salvation, mirroring how the blood applied to the doorposts protected the Israelites from judgment.
12mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - July 21, 2019
CFC Messages · Jul 25, 2019 · 12m
The message emphasizes that Christians must strive to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. Key takeaways include that receiving the Holy Spirit requires faith, persistence (like taking up the cross), and a desire to speak God's truth rather than personal opinions. True citizenship in heaven is evidenced by the language spoken—words that are loving, kind, and encouraging, rather than those of the world.
37mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - A Solid Grip On The Christian Life (1) Our Father Who Rules from Heaven
Zac Poonen · Jul 22, 2019 · 37m
The sermon emphasizes the need for Christians to maintain consistency in their faith life, comparing it to having a solid grip on an object. This solid grip is built upon six elements, starting with knowing God as our loving Father in Heaven, which requires praying in the pattern taught by Jesus. Ultimately, the speaker stresses that the Father is best understood by observing Jesus, particularly His profound humility, as demonstrated when He washed the disciples' feet.
21mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - July 14, 2019
CFC Messages · Jul 15, 2019 · 21m
The speaker emphasizes the critical importance of paying close attention to what God speaks, drawing parallels between reading important documents and listening to scripture. He warns that carelessness can cause us to drift away from God's truth, leading to spiritual loss. To remain focused, he advises remembering the truths that have previously brought freedom and healing, and always treating the current message as if it were a direct word from God.
22mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Valuing the Ministry of Encouragement
Jeremy Utley · Jul 15, 2019 · 22m
The speaker argues that the greatest danger to believers is not material need, but the subtle danger of unbelief, which he compares to a lurking lion. He emphasizes that the primary ministry appointed by God to combat this danger is mutual encouragement, urging believers to encourage one another daily. He warns that 'discouragement' is often a euphemism for unbelief, and that everyone must take this ministry seriously, especially within their own families.
8mNCCF Church
transcribingNCCF Church Sharing - July 7, 2019
CFC Messages · Jul 8, 2019 · 8m
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This transformation is achieved both individually through personal purity and corporately by functioning fully as members within the local church.
46mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Overcomers Judge Themselves Daily
Zac Poonen · Jul 8, 2019 · 46m
The central message is that true Christian progress requires daily self-judgment and self-examination to become a reflection of Jesus. The speaker contrasts the tendency to judge others, like the Pharisees, with the necessity of looking inward. He emphasizes that this daily self-assessment is the mark of the family of God, leading to continuous spiritual growth, much like Paul's inner man being renewed daily despite the decay of the outer body.
16mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - June 30, 2019
CFC Messages · Jul 1, 2019 · 16m
The message centers on the command to 'circumcise your heart and stiffen your neck no longer,' drawing context from Deuteronomy 10:16. The speaker emphasizes that true devotion requires more than outward observance; it means setting one's affections and heart apart for the Lord daily. Furthermore, believers must avoid placing confidence in their own flesh and instead trust God's guidance, especially when facing difficult circumstances or 'wilderness' periods.
22mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Stiff-necked vs Easily Broken
Bobby McDonald · Jul 1, 2019 · 22m
The central message is the need for Christians to overcome the stubbornness of a 'stiff-necked' self-will by embracing a broken will characterized by love. The speaker argues that clinging to one's own will leads to conflict and a loss of peace, whereas yielding to God's will, exemplified by the patience and forbearance described in 1 Corinthians 13, brings true rest and freedom. This surrender is best illustrated by the selfless devotion of a parent.
21mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - June 23, 2019
CFC Messages · Jun 25, 2019 · 21m
The speaker encourages the audience to run the way of God's commandments with zeal, drawing inspiration from Psalm 119:32. This means actively pursuing obedience in areas like apologizing, rejoicing with others, and tackling undesirable tasks, using Jesus' example of washing feet. Crucially, the speaker emphasizes that this zealous running is not based on personal determination but on faith in God's promise to provide the ability, which in turn will enlarge one's heart.
23mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - June 16, 2019
CFC Messages · Jun 18, 2019 · 23m
The central message emphasizes that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. The speaker draws heavily from 1 Peter 1:13, urging listeners to prepare their minds, remain sober, and fix their hope entirely on God's grace. He stresses that grace is a gift received through faith and humility, and that maintaining a clean heart is essential for spiritual sobriety.