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24mBobby McDonald - Salvation is a Process: Blessed are those who wash their robes
Bobby McDonald · Oct 3
14mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Sep 12
10mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Sep 5
13mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Aug 15
12mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jul 6
7mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jun 6
19mBobby McDonald - Don’t Just Avoid Sin, Hate It
Bobby McDonald · May 17
4m 21sNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · May 2
8mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Apr 26
17mBobby McDonald - Preventing Spiritual Leaks By Judging Ourself
Bobby McDonald · Apr 5
4m 57sNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Mar 29
45mZac Poonen - What It Means To Fear God And Worship Him
Zac Poonen · Mar 28
14mJeremy Utley - Take the Fight for Peace Seriously
Jeremy Utley · Mar 23
26mZac Poonen - Temptations That Jesus Overcame In His First Thirty Years
Zac Poonen · Mar 8
24mZac Poonen - Press On To Perfection In Controlling Your Tongue
Zac Poonen · Feb 14
6mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Feb 8
20mZac Poonen - Only Those Who Are Merciful to Others Will Obtain Mercy From God
Zac Poonen · Feb 7
2m 54sNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Feb 1
6mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jan 25
18mBobby McDonald - God’s Power Inside us Frees us From Being Slaves to Sin
Bobby McDonald · Jan 25
22mJeremy Utley - A Promise Better Than God’s Love
Jeremy Utley · Jan 18
20mZac Poonen - For Children: A clear conscience and receiving God's gift
Zac Poonen · Jan 17
5mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Jan 11
37mZac Poonen - Being Perfect In Mercy
Zac Poonen · Nov 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.
24mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Salvation is a Process: Blessed are those who wash their robes
Bobby McDonald · Oct 3, 2022 · 24m
The central message is that salvation is a continuous process, not a one-time event. While believers are saved from the penalty of sin, the ongoing goal is to become a reflection of Jesus Christ by actively working with the Holy Spirit to overcome sin and grow in purity. This daily effort, symbolized by washing one's robes, is necessary to be conformed to Christ's image and enter into eternal life.
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CFC Messages · Sep 12, 2022 · 14m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by both personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that while it is easy to 'put on' good characteristics like compassion and kindness, the greater challenge is to 'put off' internal sins like anger and malice. True transformation requires setting one's mind on heavenly things, as if one has been baptized into a new life with Christ.
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CFC Messages · Sep 5, 2022 · 10m
The message emphasizes that Christian life requires both receiving God's mercy through regeneration and actively living out that salvation. Drawing from Titus 3:5-6, the speaker stresses that salvation is by mercy, but it necessitates a continual, active process of purification and sanctification. This ongoing work is necessary to reflect Christ and function as a holy member of the church.
13mNCCF Church
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CFC Messages · Aug 15, 2022 · 13m
The central message is that all Christian actions, such as kindness and forgiveness, must originate from Christ to be truly pleasing to God. The speaker emphasizes that if the source of our good deeds is ourselves, God sees through it, regardless of how good the action appears externally. True spiritual growth, therefore, is motivated by a desire for Christ to increase in our lives, allowing us to know God more deeply.
12mNCCF Church
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CFC Messages · Jul 6, 2022 · 12m
The central message is that Christians must strive to reflect Jesus by living in purity personally and functioning well within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that resisting the urge to repay evil with evil is difficult because we often forget the grace shown to us. True change comes from intentionally setting our minds on heavenly things, following the example of Christ's love and forgiveness.
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CFC Messages · Jun 6, 2022 · 7m
The central message is that Christian worship must be a complete, living, and holy sacrifice offered to God, not merely an outward performance for human approval. The speaker emphasizes that true devotion is done in secret, pleasing the heavenly Father rather than people. This requires a commitment to pleasing God 24/7, reflecting a life transformed by the New Covenant.
19mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Don’t Just Avoid Sin, Hate It
Bobby McDonald · May 17, 2022 · 19m
The central message is that Christians must not merely avoid sin, but actively hate it to become a true reflection of Jesus. Drawing from Isaiah 30, the speaker argues that God's guidance is not primarily about making logistical decisions, but about transforming one's inward character by scattering and rejecting all idols and sins that are not of Jesus. This requires a commitment to living for God above all earthly concerns, including money.
4m 21sNCCF Church
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CFC Messages · May 2, 2022 · 4m 21s
The central message is that Christians aim to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning within the local church. Drawing from Proverbs 3:32, the speaker emphasizes that God favors the upright, suggesting that true intimacy with God is built through honesty and integrity in private life, mirroring Jesus's quiet faithfulness. To maintain this relationship, believers must actively avoid crookedness, bitterness, and unforgiving thoughts.
8mNCCF Church
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CFC Messages · Apr 26, 2022 · 8m
The sermon uses the metaphor of a cup, referencing Matthew 23:26, to teach that Christians must clean the inside of their lives from sin and self-indulgence. A clean cup must then be filled by God's living water, overflowing to bless others with goodness and mercy. Ultimately, the goal is to be an invisible blessing, drawing attention only to the glory of God, not to oneself or one's ministry.
17mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Preventing Spiritual Leaks By Judging Ourself
Bobby McDonald · Apr 5, 2022 · 17m
The central message is the necessity of diligently and honestly examining oneself, comparing it to inspecting a pipe for hidden leaks. The speaker urges listeners to look closely at subtle sins, attitudes, or areas of carelessness in their spiritual lives, as ignoring them will cause damage over time. True spiritual health requires a willingness to confront the truth about oneself, repent, and strive for excellence, much like an athlete constantly seeking improvement.
4m 57sNCCF Church
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CFC Messages · Mar 29, 2022 · 4m 57s
The central message emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. The speaker stresses that receiving the Holy Spirit is contingent upon knowing and diligently keeping God's word, demonstrating love through obedience. Following this obedience brings confidence and assurance that God will care for our needs.
45mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - What It Means To Fear God And Worship Him
Zac Poonen · Mar 28, 2022 · 45m
The central message is that true closeness to God is proven by understanding and proclaiming the 'secrets' or mysteries of God, which are revealed to those who fear Him. The speaker emphasizes that the fear of God is the beginning of wisdom and points to Jesus's prayer for deliverance from spiritual death, rather than physical death, as proof of this. Ultimately, the Holy Spirit is presented as the necessary helper given to believers primarily to help them overcome sin.
14mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Take the Fight for Peace Seriously
Jeremy Utley · Mar 23, 2022 · 14m
The central message is that believers must take the pursuit and evidence of peace very seriously, as it is deeply connected to sanctification. True peace, characterized by the rule of Christ's peace in the heart, is the evidence of cleansing and repentance. When peace is absent, it signals a need to confess sin and seek forgiveness, recognizing that the peace of Christ must rule the heart before one can properly respond to life's disturbances.
26mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Temptations That Jesus Overcame In His First Thirty Years
Zac Poonen · Mar 8, 2022 · 26m
The speaker discusses the importance of reflecting Jesus Christ by growing in purity personally and functioning within the local church. A key teaching point is distinguishing between temptation and sin, referencing James 1:14-15, where temptation is merely attraction, but sin occurs when that attraction is yielded to. He also advises against self-condemnation and discouragement, emphasizing that Christ was tempted in all points, including sickness, which was an aspect of his humanity.
24mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Press On To Perfection In Controlling Your Tongue
Zac Poonen · Feb 14, 2022 · 24m
The central message is the necessity of continually striving for spiritual perfection, using the tongue as the primary area for growth. Drawing from James 3, the speaker emphasizes that controlling one's speech is foundational, as mastering the tongue will enable control over the entire body. He urges listeners to move beyond mere activity in faith and focus on tangible progress in their lives.
6mNCCF Church
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CFC Messages · Feb 8, 2022 · 6m
The sermon emphasizes the danger of gradually forsaking the Lord, even after experiencing great blessings or victories. The speaker draws from 2 Chronicles 15 and 16, illustrating that the warning to seek God is most needed not during trials, but after times of apparent success. True faithfulness requires constant vigilance to resist self-reliance and maintain a continuous pursuit of God.
20mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Only Those Who Are Merciful to Others Will Obtain Mercy From God
Zac Poonen · Feb 7, 2022 · 20m
The central message is that true belief in being a sinner saved by grace must manifest as sacrificial love and mercy toward others. The speaker warns against spiritual pride, comparing those who judge others (like the Pharisees) to those who lack mercy. He concludes by citing James 2:13, stating that mercy triumphs over judgment, meaning that showing mercy to others is the proof of receiving God's mercy.
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CFC Messages · Feb 1, 2022 · 2m 54s
The central message emphasizes the critical importance of guarding one's heart, as it determines the course of life. The speaker draws a parallel between the desired Christian life—having the cross before and the world behind—and the need for our inner thoughts and direction to align with God's will. He concludes by encouraging the congregation to live by the principle that the Lord is with those who seek Him and forsakes those who turn away.
6mNCCF Church
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CFC Messages · Jan 25, 2022 · 6m
The central message revolves around the necessity of God circumcising the heart, which is presented as the primary battleground against sin. This process is not a one-time event but a continuous commitment to cultivating a humble, gentle heart modeled after Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that this transformation empowers believers to live lives where sin has no power, drawing strength from God's grace and the Holy Spirit rather than personal strength.
18mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - God’s Power Inside us Frees us From Being Slaves to Sin
Bobby McDonald · Jan 25, 2022 · 18m
The central message is that God's power is necessary to free believers from the slavery of sin, moving beyond mere forgiveness to actual transformation. This process of becoming more like Jesus takes time and requires believers to constantly rely on God's help through prayer. Ultimately, Christians are called not just to accept Jesus, but to actively live by His power to resist sin's bondage.
22mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - A Promise Better Than God’s Love
Jeremy Utley · Jan 18, 2022 · 22m
The speaker argues that while God's love is foundational, it is insufficient to achieve God's ultimate purpose. He posits that God's pleasure is superior to God's love, citing instances like Jesus' baptism and the Transfiguration where the Father declared, "This is my beloved Son; I am happy with him." The central message is that Christians should strive not only to know that God loves them but to live lives that bring Him pleasure.
20mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - For Children: A clear conscience and receiving God's gift
Zac Poonen · Jan 17, 2022 · 20m
The central message emphasizes the critical importance of developing and maintaining a clear conscience from childhood. The speaker uses the creation narrative to highlight that God gave humanity a conscience, which serves as an internal guide for right and wrong actions. He warns that neglecting this conscience leads to a descent to an animalistic mindset, while actively listening to it leads to a godly life that honors God.
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CFC Messages · Jan 11, 2022 · 5m
The ultimate goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This transformation is achieved both individually through cultivating purity in one's personal life and corporately by becoming fully functioning members within the local church.
37mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Being Perfect In Mercy
Zac Poonen · Nov 29, 2021 · 37m
The central message is that Christians are called to strive for perfection, specifically mirroring the perfection of God, which is not a promise but a command. The speaker warns against hypocrisy, emphasizing that one's true life and commitment must align with outward profession, and that deep study of scripture is necessary to understand these commands. He concludes by noting that while perfect sinlessness is not expected on earth, believers are called to be perfect in love, mirroring God's mercy.