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26mJeremy Utley - Beholding and Mourning the Slain Lamb
Jeremy Utley · Feb 15
6mAnnie Poonen - Let Me Sing For The Glory of Heaven
Annie Poonen · Feb 1
11mKevan and Jessi Turner's family commit to NCCF
Kevan and Jessi Turner · Dec 14
25mBobby McDonald - Teach us to number our days
Bobby McDonald · Nov 16
27mNCCF Church Sharing - October 20, 2020
NCCF Church · Oct 19
18mJeremy Utley - Don't Forget the Debt You've Been Forgiven
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12
28mBobby McDonald - Not an error in doctrine, but an error in emphasis
Bobby McDonald · Sep 21
33mZac Poonen - Reverence for God and Forgiveness
Zac Poonen · Sep 21
9mJeremy Utley - Take Heart When The Lord Reproves You
Jeremy Utley · Sep 1
6mZac Poonen - Judge Yourself Before Breaking Bread
Zac Poonen · Aug 3
21mJeremy Utley - Seek A Fresh Start With God Again Today
Jeremy Utley · Jul 20
55mZac Poonen - Entering Into The Rest Of God's Perfect Love
Zac Poonen · May 17
11mJeremy Utley - Delivered From The Law Of Stumbling
Jeremy Utley · May 4
59mZac Poonen - Sin is More Serious Than the Worst Sickness
Zac Poonen · Mar 10
29mJeremy Utley - Faith For More Than Miracles
Jeremy Utley · Feb 27
24mJeremy Utley - Expecting Conviction, Rejecting Condemnation
Jeremy Utley · Jan 17
26mBobby McDonald - Catch the Little Foxes Early, Despising the Shame
Bobby McDonald · Jan 7
8mZac Poonen - A Message on Baptism
Zac Poonen · Sep 26
18mJeremy Utley - The Promise Is For You, Undeserving One
Jeremy Utley · May 6
8mChurch Sharing - April 28, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 29
15mChurch Sharing - April 14, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 15
13mChurch Sharing - April 7, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 8
5mNCCF Church Sharing - February 17, 2019
NCCF Church · Feb 18
20mJeremy Utley - Redefining "Good Days" And "Bad Days"
Jeremy Utley · Jan 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.
26mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Beholding and Mourning the Slain Lamb
Jeremy Utley · Feb 15, 2021 · 26m
The speaker discusses the concept of 'mourning' as a vital component of the disciple's journey toward abundant life, drawing from Jesus' words to the mourning. He contrasts mere 'life' (forgiveness) with 'abundant life,' which signifies a deep, Spirit-filled reality characterized by freedom from fear and bitterness. True commitment to this abundant life is measured by one's passion for entering into it, which can be assessed by one's attitude toward conviction of sin.
6mNCCF Church
Annie Poonen - Let Me Sing For The Glory of Heaven
Annie Poonen · Feb 1, 2021 · 6m
The central message is that our praise and thankfulness to God should come from the heart, regardless of our current circumstances. The speaker compares singing for God to a bird singing only for its creator, emphasizing that our praise should not be for human entertainment. True joy and praise, like the sunbeam after a storm, come from repentance, forgiveness, and acknowledging God's goodness.
11mNCCF Church
Kevan and Jessi Turner's family commit to NCCF
Kevan and Jessi Turner · Dec 14, 2020 · 11m
The speakers share their personal journeys of coming to a deeper understanding of their relationship with God, moving beyond mere cultural Christianity. They emphasize that true faith requires personal ownership, repentance, and surrender to Christ, recognizing that self-effort is insufficient. They find ongoing support and grounding at NCCF, which continually directs them back to the feet of Jesus.
25mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Teach us to number our days
Bobby McDonald · Nov 16, 2020 · 25m
The speaker encourages the audience to live with the awareness that their days are numbered, drawing from Psalm 90:12. He suggests that proving one's commitment to God involves practicing humility, as exemplified by Moses, and recognizing that life is fleeting, as taught in James 4. Ultimately, he emphasizes that the constant practice of repentance—confessing sin, forsaking it, and drawing near to God—is the safest and highest priority in life.
27mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - October 20, 2020
CFC Messages · Oct 19, 2020 · 27m
The central message emphasizes the necessity of cultivating the spirit of forgiveness, modeled after Jesus' words from the cross: 'Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing.' The speaker urges the audience to extend this forgiveness to unbelieving family, friends, or co-workers, recognizing that others may not understand the truth or may be struggling with unseen burdens. Ultimately, the goal is to reflect Christ's compassion by fighting spiritual battles with mercy.
18mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Don't Forget the Debt You've Been Forgiven
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12, 2020 · 18m
The central message is the critical importance of remembering and living out the magnitude of the forgiveness received from God. The speaker uses the parable of the unforgiving servant to warn that forgetting one's own immense debt of forgiveness leads to unmercy toward others. He concludes that a failure to appreciate God's grace results in a spiritual blindness and a lack of fruitfulness in one's life.
28mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Not an error in doctrine, but an error in emphasis
Bobby McDonald · Sep 21, 2020 · 28m
The central message is that the Christian life requires a focus on becoming an increasing reflection of Jesus daily, rather than merely focusing on doctrinal correctness. The speaker emphasizes that the correct emphasis in the last days is to be diligent to be found by Christ spotless, blameless, and having repented of every sin. This involves internal purity, obedience to Jesus' commands, and striving for holiness in one's daily life.
33mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Reverence for God and Forgiveness
Zac Poonen · Sep 21, 2020 · 33m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by purifying their motives, ensuring all actions are done to the glory of God, not for human reputation. The speaker warns against self-justification, comparing it to the Pharisees, and emphasizes that true spiritual growth requires constant self-examination with a reverence for God. This reverence is distinct from fear and is the foundation of wisdom.
9mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Take Heart When The Lord Reproves You
Jeremy Utley · Sep 1, 2020 · 9m
The sermon encourages the listener to embrace divine reproof and discipline, drawing parallels from Peter's rebuke and subsequent restoration after the Transfiguration. The central message is that God disciplines believers out of love, not anger, with the ultimate goal of helping them bear more fruit and achieve holiness. Enduring this discipline, rather than fainting, is key to spiritual growth and healing.
6mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Judge Yourself Before Breaking Bread
Zac Poonen · Aug 3, 2020 · 6m
The speaker emphasizes that participating in the Lord's Table requires deep self-examination, recognizing that Christ died specifically for the individual's sin. He warns that treating the observance merely as a ritual without a serious attitude toward sin can lead to spiritual danger, citing that self-judgment is necessary for spiritual health. Ultimately, believers must maintain a radical attitude toward sin in all aspects of life—thoughts, words, deeds, and motives—when remembering Christ's sacrifice.
21mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Seek A Fresh Start With God Again Today
Jeremy Utley · Jul 20, 2020 · 21m
The central message is that every day presents a divine opportunity for spiritual renewal and a fresh start with God. The speaker emphasizes that Christian life requires constant vigilance, as spiritual momentum is not automatic; one must actively choose to renew their mind daily, rather than being conformed to the world. This daily renewal is achieved by focusing on God's love, seeking His guidance, and intentionally making one's mind new again.
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.
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.
59mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Sin is More Serious Than the Worst Sickness
Zac Poonen · Mar 10, 2020 · 59m
The speaker argues that sin is more fundamentally serious than sickness, cautioning against misinterpreting scripture to equate healing from illness with atonement for sin. He emphasizes that while believers can pray for healing, this process requires confessing sins and, crucially, forgiving those who have wronged them. True, complete healing from the curse will only occur when Christ returns.
29mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Faith For More Than Miracles
Jeremy Utley · Feb 27, 2020 · 29m
True faith that pleases God is not merely the kind that enables miracles or the belief in Jesus' power, but rather a faith that leads to repentance and a willingness to overcome sin. The speaker contrasts 'hot faith' (which includes repentance) with 'lukewarm faith' (which only seeks miracles or adherence to rules). Ultimately, pleasing God requires a deep commitment to change and obedience, as exemplified by the rich young ruler who could not overcome his attachment to money.
24mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Expecting Conviction, Rejecting Condemnation
Jeremy Utley · Jan 17, 2020 · 24m
The sermon discusses the 'narrow way' of Christian living, emphasizing that one must guard against dangers on both sides: worldliness and spiritual complacency. The speaker warns that while ignoring sin is dangerous, so is falling into the trap of condemnation—feeling bad about being convicted. True spiritual progress requires embracing conviction from the Holy Spirit, understanding that this process is not linear, and combating fears of God's final judgment by relying on the abundant forgiveness found in Scripture.
26mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Catch the Little Foxes Early, Despising the Shame
Bobby McDonald · Jan 7, 2020 · 26m
The central message is the necessity of maintaining a clear conscience by dealing with sin immediately, comparing small compromises to spiritual cancer that can lead to greater sin. The speaker uses the example of Judas Iscariot, whose initial small act of pilfering led to his ultimate betrayal, to illustrate how unrepented small sins dull the conscience. Christians must approach every temptation with zeal, recognizing that even minor compromises can derail a life's walk with God.
8mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - A Message on Baptism
Zac Poonen · Sep 26, 2019 · 8m
The speaker distinguishes between John's baptism of repentance and the baptism commanded by Jesus. While John's baptism acknowledges past sin, Jesus' baptism signifies a desire to be united with Christ in his death to sin, leading to the power of his resurrection. True baptism involves a complete immersion, symbolizing the burial of the old self and the reliance on God to raise the believer to a new life.
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.
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.
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.
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.
5mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - February 17, 2019
CFC Messages · Feb 18, 2019 · 5m
The message centers on three encouragements drawn from Jeremiah 31:3: God's everlasting love means believers can always return to Him after sinning, just as the prodigal son was welcomed. Secondly, believers must love God Himself, not just the blessings He provides. Finally, the passage assures that God has the power to rebuild and fulfill His perfect plan for our lives, regardless of past failures.
20mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Redefining "Good Days" And "Bad Days"
Jeremy Utley · Jan 21, 2019 · 20m
The speaker shares a personal testimony about what he calls the 'worst day' of 2019, which was ironically a day filled with seemingly good activities. The realization that he went through the day feeling 'just fine' and not consciously depending on the Lord was the true failure. He emphasizes that true Christian living requires a constant awareness of needing God, even when things appear easy, and this realization prompted a need to repent.