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3m 55sNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jan 18
24mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Dec 27
27mBobby McDonald - Gratitude For The Giver More Than The Gifts
Bobby McDonald · Dec 27
9mWhy Still Jesus? - Part 14
NCCF Church · Dec 14
17mBobby McDonald - God’s Will For Us Is To Rest In Him
Bobby McDonald · Dec 14
15mWhy Still Jesus? - Part 11
NCCF Church · Nov 15
18mZac Poonen - God's Power Can Be Manifested Only When We Are Weak
Zac Poonen · Nov 9
21mJeremy Utley - The Snare of Honor-Seeking in the Church
Jeremy Utley · Nov 8
14mJeremy Utley - God Isn't Looking for Ability; He Is Looking for Availability
Jeremy Utley · Nov 3
11mAnnie Poonen - Loved With Everlasting Love
Annie Poonen · Nov 2
18mJeremy Utley - Desire to Prophecy In A Way That Honors God
Jeremy Utley · Oct 27
2mNCCF Church Sharing - October 10, 2021
NCCF Church · Oct 12
18mWhy Still Jesus? - Part 6
NCCF Church · Oct 4
16mJeremy Utley - Triumph Over Dread In Joyful Fear
Jeremy Utley · Sep 29
28mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Sep 13
25mJeremy Utley - The Testimony of Assurance
Jeremy Utley · Sep 1
13mNCCF Church Sharing - August 29, 2021
NCCF Church · Aug 30
24mBobby McDonald - Job: Fear of the Lord, Faith, and Surrender
Bobby McDonald · Aug 23
17mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Aug 16
25mBobby McDonald - Pick Up Your Mat And Walk
Bobby McDonald · Aug 2
16mJeremy Utley - The Devoted One Is Blind
Jeremy Utley · Jul 20
17mWhy Still Jesus? - Part 4
NCCF Church · Jul 18
23mBobby McDonald - God’s Promises Don’t Expire
Bobby McDonald · Jul 5
6mBobby McDonald - A Clear Conscience Is Priceless
Bobby McDonald · Jun 29
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.
3m 55sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Jan 18, 2022 · 3m 55s
The message emphasizes the necessity of trusting God completely, even when circumstances are difficult, contrasting this with trusting in worldly things like chariots or money. It also stresses the importance of consistently pouring out one's heart to God through prayer, reminding the listeners that God's eyes are always on the righteous and His throne of grace is always open for mercy.
24mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Dec 27, 2021 · 24m
The speaker emphasizes that knowing and believing in God's love are distinct concepts, suggesting that true belief requires internal conviction rather than just memorizing scripture. He stresses that believing in God's love is a command, urging listeners to remain within the 'circle' of God's love, as taught in Jude 21. The message concludes by contrasting the misunderstanding of God's provision (like the parable of the talents) with the realization that God's loving-kindness is superior to any earthly desire.
27mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Gratitude For The Giver More Than The Gifts
Bobby McDonald · Dec 27, 2021 · 27m
The speaker emphasizes that gratitude is key to remaining in God's love, drawing from the principle that those forgiven much love much. He encourages listeners to actively count their blessings and meditate on God's provision, using the example of Abraham exploring the promised land. The message concludes by focusing on Jesus as both the Door and the Good Shepherd, illustrating His comprehensive protection and provision for His followers.
9mNCCF Church
Why Still Jesus? - Part 14
CFC Messages · Dec 14, 2021 · 9m
The central message is the necessity of living one's life entirely for Jesus, as He is the only guide to God's plan. The speaker emphasizes that true joy and peace come from clinging to Jesus, obeying His voice, and making God happy. The talk encourages the audience to trust in Jesus's guidance through life's struggles, drawing strength from scripture promises of God's faithfulness and grace.
17mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - God’s Will For Us Is To Rest In Him
Bobby McDonald · Dec 14, 2021 · 17m
The central message is that true rest comes from repentance and trusting in God's presence, rather than relying on personal strength or outward plans. The speaker emphasizes that our primary fight should be internal—maintaining a right attitude and heart—and reminds listeners that God's constant presence is the ultimate anchor for rest, even when circumstances are difficult.
15mNCCF Church
Why Still Jesus? - Part 11
CFC Messages · Nov 15, 2021 · 15m
The speaker shares a deeply personal testimony about realizing Jesus as a father figure and ultimate source of love, contrasting early struggles with the consistent grace and intercession of Christ. The message emphasizes that true life comes from a personal, intimate relationship with Jesus, moving beyond mere ritual to a reliance on His sustaining presence, which offers rest, forgiveness, and hope for the future.
18mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - God's Power Can Be Manifested Only When We Are Weak
Zac Poonen · Nov 9, 2021 · 18m
The central message is that God's power is most evident when believers embrace weakness, echoing Paul's declaration, "For when I am weak, then I am strong." The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual progress is marked by desiring less personal honor and instead seeking only the glorification of Jesus Christ. He uses examples from the body of Christ and the historical accounts of Gideon to illustrate that God often works through seemingly small or weak means.
21mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Snare of Honor-Seeking in the Church
Jeremy Utley · Nov 8, 2021 · 21m
The central message warns against the danger of seeking or receiving glory from other people, arguing that this desire acts as a barrier to true faith. Drawing parallels from John 5 and Judges 7, the speaker emphasizes that true faith requires seeking glory only from the one and only God, as any acknowledgment of human appreciation can lead to spiritual downfall.
14mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - God Isn't Looking for Ability; He Is Looking for Availability
Jeremy Utley · Nov 3, 2021 · 14m
The central message is that God is not looking for our ability, but for our availability. The speaker uses examples from the Bible—the widow of Zarephath, Sarah, and the people giving offerings—to illustrate that God uses those who are willing to be available, even when they feel destitute or incapable. The key takeaway is to focus on willingness and trust in God's promises rather than personal limitations.
11mNCCF Church
Annie Poonen - Loved With Everlasting Love
Annie Poonen · Nov 2, 2021 · 11m
The central message is the assurance of God's everlasting love, exemplified by Jesus' sacrifice. The speaker emphasizes that this divine love is constant, surpassing all earthly grief, loss, and fear. Believers are called to respond to this love by loving one another, drawing strength and comfort from the unwavering nature of God's affection.
18mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Desire to Prophecy In A Way That Honors God
Jeremy Utley · Oct 27, 2021 · 18m
To prophesy in a God-honoring way, one must be motivated by a self-forgetful love for the Lord and one's brothers, rather than personal honor. Furthermore, prophecy must be rooted in faith, not mere ideas, and should be delivered with a spirit of fear and reverence. The ultimate goal is to proclaim Christ crucified, relying on the Spirit's power rather than human wisdom.
2mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - October 10, 2021
CFC Messages · Oct 12, 2021 · 2m
The speaker encourages the congregation to appreciate the simplicity of receiving forgiveness through confession, contrasting it with the complex sacrificial rituals of the Old Testament. Furthermore, the message urges listeners not to complicate the process of forgiveness, accepting God's pardon through simple faith rather than dwelling on self-doubt or perceived delays in grace.
18mNCCF Church
Why Still Jesus? - Part 6
CFC Messages · Oct 4, 2021 · 18m
The speaker shares a deeply personal testimony of how Jesus has been a constant source of strength, guidance, and victory over sin throughout life's challenges, including marriage struggles, sickness, and job difficulties. He emphasizes that Jesus remains the unwavering anchor through life's storms, providing peace and spiritual nourishment. Ultimately, the message centers on the necessity of Jesus's grace, as without Him, life is characterized by emptiness and contradiction.
16mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Triumph Over Dread In Joyful Fear
Jeremy Utley · Sep 29, 2021 · 16m
The central message is that joyful fear, a reverent hope, is the antidote to dread, which is the opposite of this holy fear. To overcome dread—which manifests as fear of sin or life's challenges—one must remember God's past faithfulness (what He did to Pharaoh) and trust in His present promise. Furthermore, believers must embrace the reality that God leads them into victory and the promised life 'little by little' for their protection.
28mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Sep 13, 2021 · 28m
The speaker encourages listeners to trust God's sovereignty and power, especially when facing trials and disappointments, by remembering that God is in control even when circumstances seem hopeless. A key message is the necessity of living by faith, acknowledging that God's love and grace are the only reliable sources of strength. The speaker also warns against the 'disease' of hypocrisy, emphasizing that true cleansing and grace are only found by approaching God with profound humility.
25mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Testimony of Assurance
Jeremy Utley · Sep 1, 2021 · 25m
The central message is that true Christian assurance comes from more than just knowing facts or reciting doctrines; it is a present, lived reality. Drawing from Hebrews 10:19 and Revelation 12:11, the speaker emphasizes that believers overcome the enemy not only by the blood of Jesus but also by the 'word of their testimony.' This testimony must be a current declaration of knowing God and being convinced of His ability to guard what we have entrusted to Him, reflecting the authority of a disciple living in God's presence.
13mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - August 29, 2021
CFC Messages · Aug 30, 2021 · 13m
The central message is that pleasing God is not achieved through personal good deeds, but through faith and dependence on Him. The speaker draws heavily from scripture, emphasizing that true devotion involves trusting in God's provision and grace, mirroring the example of Jesus. He encourages the audience to reset their focus, confess sin, and rely on God's ability to restore a clean heart and maintain endurance in the Christian race.
24mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Job: Fear of the Lord, Faith, and Surrender
Bobby McDonald · Aug 23, 2021 · 24m
The speaker examines the Book of Job, noting that the first words written about a godly man are found in Job, not Genesis. Job's initial concern for his children, offering sacrifices for potential sin, illustrates the importance of a heart that fears the Lord and constantly checks for sin. Furthermore, Job's profound humility after losing everything—declaring, "The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord"—demonstrates complete surrender to God's sovereignty.
17mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Aug 16, 2021 · 17m
The sermon uses the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to illustrate that trials are opportunities to meet God, not just survive them. The speaker advises against complaining or dwelling on 'if only' scenarios, instead adopting the prayer of thanks for the opportunity to encounter God. True transformation comes from recognizing that trials, when endured with faith, result in the glory of Christ being revealed through one's life.
25mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Pick Up Your Mat And Walk
Bobby McDonald · Aug 2, 2021 · 25m
The central message is that Christian growth and victory over sin are accomplished by God's power, not solely by human effort or willpower. The speaker emphasizes that believers must rely on the promise that God will complete the good work He started in them. Drawing from the healing of the paralyzed man in John 5, the core action is to 'pick up your mat and walk,' signifying that victory and healing are already granted, requiring only the choice to live in that reality immediately.
16mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Devoted One Is Blind
Jeremy Utley · Jul 20, 2021 · 16m
The central message is that true devotion to Christ requires a pure and simple 'blindness'—a total dependence on God, similar to the initial state of needing guidance. The speaker warns against becoming complacent or thinking one 'sees' enough, as this leads to sin remaining. The mark of the devoted one is the ability to listen closely to the Lord's word, which provides spiritual life.
17mNCCF Church
Why Still Jesus? - Part 4
CFC Messages · Jul 18, 2021 · 17m
The speaker shares a deeply personal testimony of how Jesus has been central to his life, contrasting his past arrogance and religious pride with the peace and fulfillment found in Christ. He emphasizes that choosing Jesus is not just a matter of belief, but a continuous, tasted experience of God's unconditional love, which sustains him even when he wanders. He concludes by citing Psalm 139 to affirm that God's presence is inescapable, even in life's deepest struggles.
23mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - God’s Promises Don’t Expire
Bobby McDonald · Jul 5, 2021 · 23m
The central message is that God's promises and revealed words do not expire, urging believers to cling to them through faith. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual strength comes from holding fast to God's Word, citing the Parable of the Sower and the example of the manna in the ark. He contrasts worldly ambition and control with the true strength found in submitting one's desires to Christ.
6mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - A Clear Conscience Is Priceless
Bobby McDonald · Jun 29, 2021 · 6m
The central message is the priceless value of maintaining a clean conscience, drawing inspiration from Paul's commitment to a blameless conscience before God and man. The speaker shares personal experiences battling temptation and anxiety, concluding that the best way to please God is by cultivating great faith, much like Jesus calming the storm, and clinging to God's Word when temptations arise.