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18mBobby McDonald - Fading To The Background So Jesus Can Be Preeminent
Bobby McDonald · Jun 18
19mNCCF Church Sharing - June 9, 2019
NCCF Church · Jun 10
21mJeremy Utley - The Infinite Sympathy Of Jesus
Jeremy Utley · Jun 10
15mNCCF Church Sharing - June 02, 2019
NCCF Church · Jun 3
21mNCCF Church Sharing - May 26, 2019
NCCF Church · May 28
9mChurch Sharing - May 12, 2019
NCCF Church · May 13
15mAnnie Poonen - Some Aspects of Motherhood
Annie Poonen · May 13
1h 9mZac Poonen - Good and Bad Mothers in the Bible
Zac Poonen · May 13
19mChurch Sharing - May 5, 2019
NCCF Church · May 6
18mJeremy Utley - The Promise Is For You, Undeserving One
Jeremy Utley · May 6
1h 8mZac Poonen - Entering the Life of Victory
Zac Poonen · Apr 29
8mChurch Sharing - April 28, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 29
12mChurch Sharing - April 21, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 22
54mZac Poonen - How God Enables a Believer to Prophesy
Zac Poonen · Apr 22
15mChurch Sharing - April 14, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 15
1h 1mZac Poonen - Manifesting the Holiness and Compassion of God
Zac Poonen · Apr 15
13mChurch Sharing - April 7, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 8
17mChurch Sharing - March 31, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 2
14mBobby McDonald - Our Self Denial Is Not Perfect, But It's the Water That God Will Turn Into Wine
Bobby McDonald · Apr 2
10mNCCF Church Sharing - March 24, 2019
NCCF Church · Mar 28
30m14. Body-Life And Not Individual Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 25
23m13. Quality Not Quantity - Inner Life Before Outer Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 25
11mNCCF Church Sharing - March 17, 2019
NCCF Church · Mar 21
22m12. Freedom From The Love Of Money To Love God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 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.
18mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Fading To The Background So Jesus Can Be Preeminent
Bobby McDonald · Jun 18, 2019 · 18m
The central message is that Christians must intentionally fade into the background so that Jesus Christ can remain preeminent in all areas of life. Drawing an analogy to photography, the speaker argues that when Jesus is the clear focus, everything else becomes secondary or blurry. Practically, this requires obedience, as Jesus modeled by humbling himself to the lowest place, and it means prioritizing God's will over personal desires, even in family conflicts. The goal is for the church and our homes to reflect Jesus's glory, not our own achievements.
19mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - June 9, 2019
CFC Messages · Jun 10, 2019 · 19m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, which requires both individual purity and corporate church function. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 4:17, the speaker emphasizes that momentary light afflictions are necessary processes that produce an eternal weight of glory. Using the example of Peter, the speaker illustrates that transformation requires the Potter to remove the 'stone of self-will' through trials and refining processes.
21mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Infinite Sympathy Of Jesus
Jeremy Utley · Jun 10, 2019 · 21m
The sermon focuses on the infinite sympathy Jesus displayed on the cross, drawing parallels between human empathy and Christ's suffering. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus paid a spiritual price for sin—eternal separation from God—rather than just a physical one. Because Jesus is an infinite being, his three-hour separation from the Father was sufficient to cover the infinite penalty for sin.
15mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - June 02, 2019
CFC Messages · Jun 3, 2019 · 15m
The message centers on being perpetually prepared for Jesus' second coming, drawing from Luke 21:34. The speaker advises guarding the heart against three specific dangers: a life of dissipation (wasting time and talents), spiritual drunkenness (taking sin lightly), and the worries of life (being distracted by worldly desires). True readiness requires focusing on heavenly things, maintaining vigilance, and consistently praying for strength.
21mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - May 26, 2019
CFC Messages · May 28, 2019 · 21m
The speaker discusses three responses to life's 'mountains' or challenges: unbelief, relying on personal strength, or trusting in God's supplied strength. He emphasizes that the true response of faith is to declare that he can overcome any obstacle not by might, but by the Spirit, citing Zechariah 4. The core message is that believers are more than conquerors because they rely on God's grace and strength, which is sufficient even in weakness.
9mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - May 12, 2019
CFC Messages · May 13, 2019 · 9m
The message emphasizes that Christians should strive to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. The speaker encourages the congregation to be sources of comfort to others, drawing from passages about refreshing and comforting others. Ultimately, the core message is to approach God boldly with faith, humility, and brokenness, trusting in His promise that He will not cast anyone out.
15mNCCF Church
transcribingAnnie Poonen - Some Aspects of Motherhood
Annie Poonen · May 13, 2019 · 15m
The central goal for Christians is to reflect Jesus Christ in all aspects of life. This reflection is achieved individually through personal growth in purity and corporately by becoming fully functioning members within the local church.
1h 9mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Good and Bad Mothers in the Bible
Zac Poonen · May 13, 2019 · 1h 9m
The speaker shares his personal journey of faith, emphasizing that true assurance of salvation comes from a sincere commitment to Christ, not just childhood religious upbringing. He highlights that key evidences of being born again are a desire to read God's Word and a consistent habit of prayer. The message concludes by urging listeners to make a definitive choice between serving God and serving money, as this choice determines one's life harvest.
19mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - May 5, 2019
CFC Messages · May 6, 2019 · 19m
The central message emphasizes the daily necessity of encouraging one another, drawing heavily from Hebrews 3:13. The speaker stresses that encouragement should be a constant, daily practice, not just a weekly event, as this prevents the heart from becoming hardened by sin. Ultimately, the ability to encourage others flows from drawing deep from God's grace, especially during personal struggles.
18mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Promise Is For You, Undeserving One
Jeremy Utley · May 6, 2019 · 18m
The central message is that God's promises and restoration are available even to those who feel undeserving or are in a state of spiritual desolation. Drawing from Ezekiel 33, Isaiah 54, and Ezekiel 37, the speaker emphasizes that God does not take pleasure in the death of the wicked but desires their return to righteousness. He encourages the audience to believe God's word over their current feelings of lack or impossibility.
1h 8mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Entering the Life of Victory
Zac Poonen · Apr 29, 2019 · 1h 8m
The central message is that true victory over sin requires a determined effort to learn to walk, comparing the process to a child learning to walk rather than being constantly carried. The speaker argues that a wholehearted disciple should achieve this victory in about two years, drawing parallels to the Israelites' original two-year timeline after leaving Egypt. He emphasizes that spiritual maturity requires actively engaging with the struggle against sin rather than remaining in a state of perpetual comfort.
8mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - April 28, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 29, 2019 · 8m
The central message encourages believers to strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that our identity is secured by believing in Christ, which changes our label to 'child of God.' He uses the parable of the prodigal son to illustrate that repentance leads to God restoring us with a robe of righteousness, a ring signifying relationship, and sandals for our walk.
12mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - April 21, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 22, 2019 · 12m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be reflections of Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning as members of the local church. The speaker emphasizes that building the body of Christ happens not just in public gatherings, but privately through one's attitudes and thoughts. He stresses the need to seek God's strength to use one's gifts, acknowledging that the Holy Spirit must ultimately affirm God's work in others.
54mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - How God Enables a Believer to Prophesy
Zac Poonen · Apr 22, 2019 · 54m
The central message is that God uses our trials not only to strengthen us but also to prepare us to comfort others in their own afflictions. The speaker emphasizes that God will never allow us to face a trial beyond our ability, citing 1 Corinthians 10:13. Furthermore, true endurance in trials comes not from our own strength, but from humility, as God promises grace to those who humble themselves.
15mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - April 14, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 15, 2019 · 15m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian life requires being a reflection of Jesus, achieved both individually through purity and corporately within the church. He draws parallels from David's life in 1 Samuel, showing that when we forget God's provisions or fear man more than God, we act foolishly. However, God's faithfulness ensures that even in our foolishness, His kindness leads us to true repentance, echoing the sentiment that the Lord is near to the brokenhearted.
1h 1mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Manifesting the Holiness and Compassion of God
Zac Poonen · Apr 15, 2019 · 1h 1m
The central goal of the Christian life is to be conformed to the image of Christ, as stated in Romans 8:29. The speaker cautions against letting secondary goals—such as worldly success, wealth, or even solely focusing on social work—distract from this primary destination. He emphasizes that all life decisions, including parenting ambitions, must be evaluated against the singular goal of Christ-likeness.
13mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - April 7, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 8, 2019 · 13m
The central message is that in response to God's promise of a deep, intimate relationship with His people, Christians must actively cleanse themselves from all defilement of flesh and spirit to perfect holiness. This cleansing is not merely for personal benefit but is proof of a genuine desire for God's presence. The speaker emphasizes that this pursuit must be done in the fear of God, not the fear of man.
17mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - March 31, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 2, 2019 · 17m
The central message is that true Christian transformation involves becoming a partaker of the divine nature, which goes beyond merely maintaining a 'form of holiness' through self-effort. The speaker emphasizes that this change is a work of the Lord, requiring trust in His promises, similar to Abraham's faith. Furthermore, escaping the corruption of the world by lust is not an achievement of self but a deliverance orchestrated by God, which must be met with humility and gratitude.
14mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Our Self Denial Is Not Perfect, But It's the Water That God Will Turn Into Wine
Bobby McDonald · Apr 2, 2019 · 14m
The central message is that Christian growth involves a gradual transformation, moving toward reflecting the nature of Jesus Christ. This transformation is achieved through consistent self-denial, which doesn't result in immediate perfection but rather a persistent change in thought and feeling over time. Furthermore, the speaker advises believers to guard their ears and minds against excessive curiosity, recognizing that motives like comparison or seeking validation can lead to spiritual pitfalls.
10mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 24, 2019
CFC Messages · Mar 28, 2019 · 10m
The central message emphasizes that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, both individually through personal purity and corporately within the local church. Key actions to maintain this unity include giving up personal preferences, embracing suffering for what is right, and serving without seeking recognition. The speaker stresses that preserving the unity of the Spirit requires diligent effort from every believer.
30mNCCF Church
14. Body-Life And Not Individual Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 25, 2019 · 30m
The speaker contrasts the individualistic fellowship of the Old Covenant with the corporate life of the New Covenant, emphasizing that true Christian fellowship requires more than just good relationships or psychology. He stresses that both individuals must accept the cleansing of Christ's blood for sin and crucify their old, sinful nature. This shared acceptance of the cross is what breaks down the inherent enmity in the flesh, allowing for genuine, barrier-free fellowship.
23mNCCF Church
13. Quality Not Quantity - Inner Life Before Outer Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 25, 2019 · 23m
The central message is that the New Covenant emphasizes internal righteousness and quality over the Old Covenant's focus on external actions and quantity. Jesus taught that true righteousness comes from the heart—addressing root issues like anger and lust—rather than merely following external rules. This principle applies to all areas, including prayer, fasting, and giving, where the motive and quality of action are paramount.
11mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 17, 2019
CFC Messages · Mar 21, 2019 · 11m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be a reflection of Jesus by cultivating personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that humility is crucial, as God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. True humility is not just about receiving grace, but also about seeking it to bring light to God's heart, and this principle should guide the entire body of Christ.
22mNCCF Church
12. Freedom From The Love Of Money To Love God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 18, 2019 · 22m
The speaker contrasts the 'health and wealth' gospel of the Old Covenant, which promises blessings for obedience, with the true message of the New Covenant. He emphasizes that the New Covenant message, centered on Jesus, is about being saved from sin, not from physical ailments or poverty. The speaker urges listeners to examine what Jesus has truly saved them from, suggesting that many misunderstand the meaning of Jesus' name and the scope of salvation.