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27mZac Poonen - Living in the Light of Your Conscience
Zac Poonen · Jul 6
9mBobby McDonald - Eagerness To Follow Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Aug 22
15mJeremy Utley - Dealing With Life's Disappointments As A Disciple
Jeremy Utley · Feb 23
21mNCCF Church Sharing - October 14, 2018
NCCF Church · Oct 18
9mChurch Sharing - October 11, 2015
NCCF Church · Oct 12
23mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Nov 20
12mChurch Sharing - April 21, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 22
7mJeremy Utley and Zac Poonen - Communion Message
Zac Poonen · May 4
6mNCCF Church Sharing - Aug 21, 2016
Solomon · Aug 22
12mJeremy Utley - Having Jesus' Mindset Towards the Cross
Jeremy Utley · Sep 30
2m 10sFeven Asmelash commits to NCCF
Feven Asmelash · Apr 26
25mJeremy Utley - Learning to Treasure Brokenness
Jeremy Utley · Jan 18
8mChurch Sharing - April 28, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 29
16mZac Poonen - Jesus Longs to Break Bread with Us
Zac Poonen · May 20
58m6. Question Answer Session Part-1 By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 8
11mZac Poonen - Fellowship in Jesus' Body and Blood
Zac Poonen · May 3
1h 9mZac Poonen - Fellowship and Worship
Zac Poonen · Sep 19
10mBobby McDonald - Emotions: Good Servants But Terrible Masters
Bobby McDonald · Jan 12
24mWenhai Pan - Being Faithful in the Little Things
Wenhai Pan · Jun 16
27mNCCF Church Sharing - February 5, 2017
NCCF Church · Feb 9
42mZac Poonen - God's Presence Is the Mark of a True Church
Zac Poonen · Jun 26
14mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · May 22
36mSunil Poonen - Overflowing With the Fragrance of Christ
Sunil Poonen · Aug 4
4m 42sNCCF Church Sharing - September 9, 2018
NCCF Church · Sep 10
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Zac Poonen - Living in the Light of Your Conscience
Zac Poonen · Jul 6, 2026 · 27m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ by growing in purity both personally and corporately. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires a passion for Christ Himself rather than merely focusing on heavenly rewards or worldly comforts. He warns against minimizing sin, noting that God judges us according to the level of our conscience, defining sin as knowing what is right but failing to do it.
Bobby McDonald - Eagerness To Follow Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Aug 22, 2016 · 9m · NCCF Church
The sermon emphasizes that the Christian life requires an eagerness to follow Jesus, mirroring the Ethiopian eunuch's willing commitment. This commitment is not a one-time event but a daily choice to die to self and live for Christ. Furthermore, the speaker clarifies that church membership involves a voluntary commitment to submit to the local church's elders for mutual care and guidance, distinguishing committed members from mere visitors.
Jeremy Utley - Dealing With Life's Disappointments As A Disciple
Jeremy Utley · Feb 23, 2022 · 15m · NCCF Church
Disappointment is a natural part of the Christian life, and a disciple's response should be to reset their hope completely on the grace found in Jesus Christ. When disappointment or temptation returns, it is not a sign of failure but an opportunity to obey again. True transformation into Christ's likeness requires diligently practicing the fundamentals of faith, much like an athlete mastering their basic skills.
NCCF Church Sharing - October 14, 2018
CFC Messages · Oct 18, 2018 · 21m · NCCF Church
The central message emphasizes that Christians must strive to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. The speaker uses examples from John (Jesus's ministry to the Samaritan woman) and David (picking up stones) to illustrate that true ministry requires overcoming personal prejudices and focusing on God's will rather than worldly preferences. Furthermore, the sermon stresses the vital privilege of receiving, applying, and passing on God's Word of encouragement.
Church Sharing - October 11, 2015
CFC Messages · Oct 12, 2015 · 9m · NCCF Church
The speaker emphasizes that serving others must be motivated by genuine love, not just going through the motions. He draws parallels from Jesus washing the disciples' feet, noting that the action was underpinned by His profound love for them to the end. The message concludes by stressing the importance of humility, citing John the Baptist's declaration of unworthiness, and reminding the audience of their privilege in knowing and being loved by Christ.
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Nov 20, 2023 · 23m · NCCF Church
Christians are called to become exact reflections of Jesus through individual purity and corporate participation in the local church. The speaker emphasizes that believers must deeply trust God's word and promises, recognizing Him as a loving Father rather than a harsh judge, and that the Holy Spirit dwelling within us provides greater assurance than miraculous displays. Walking the narrow path God calls us to requires endurance through temptation and opposition, but God's promises ensure we have the strength to escape and persevere.
Church Sharing - April 21, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 22, 2019 · 12m · NCCF Church
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.
Jeremy Utley and Zac Poonen - Communion Message
Zac Poonen · May 4, 2020 · 7m · NCCF Church
The message emphasizes that communion is a reminder of Christ's death and the believer's commitment to discipleship. It stresses that Christians must live constantly in a state of self-examination, judging themselves rightly daily, not just during the observance of the Lord's Table. This constant self-assessment prepares one for the Lord's return, ensuring nothing is found lacking when standing before Him.
NCCF Church Sharing - Aug 21, 2016
Solomon · Aug 22, 2016 · 6m · NCCF Church
The speaker shares his journey of joining the church, emphasizing the importance of observing the church's character over simply attending events. He contrasts the approach of some groups, which focus on attracting members through conferences, with his new church, which encouraged him to take time to observe their lives and teachings. He concludes by expressing gratitude for the genuine love, humility, and commitment to growth he has experienced.
Jeremy Utley - Having Jesus' Mindset Towards the Cross
Jeremy Utley · Sep 30, 2020 · 12m · NCCF Church
The central message is that true Christian life requires adopting Jesus' mindset, which is characterized by deep humility and a willingness to embrace the cross. The speaker emphasizes that genuine humility goes beyond mere performance or thought; it must be rooted in the heart and is achieved through obedience—taking up Christ's yoke. This obedience is exemplified by viewing the cross not as a burden to dread, but with the same passionate anticipation Jesus had.
Feven Asmelash commits to NCCF
Feven Asmelash · Apr 26, 2021 · 2m 10s · NCCF Church
The speaker shares his journey of faith, recounting how he was first exposed to the Gospel through a friend and was deeply moved by the concept of repentance. He found community and encouragement within the Bible study group and later committed to NCCF, appreciating the shared desire among members to become more like Jesus. He expresses gratitude for the support he has received and his trust in God's continued work in his life.
Jeremy Utley - Learning to Treasure Brokenness
Jeremy Utley · Jan 18, 2021 · 25m · NCCF Church
The central message is that God's power is best displayed through human brokenness, not through remaining intact or being scattered. The speaker draws from scripture to argue that while we naturally fear brokenness, God desires to use our broken pieces as the canvas for His surpassing greatness. Therefore, Christians must learn to treasure their weakness and brokenness as part of their discipleship.
Church Sharing - April 28, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 29, 2019 · 8m · NCCF Church
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.
Zac Poonen - Jesus Longs to Break Bread with Us
Zac Poonen · May 20, 2024 · 16m · NCCF Church
Jesus deeply longs to be in intimate fellowship with His disciples, as demonstrated by His words at the Last Supper and His actions throughout His ministry. Christians should reflect this same longing for one another in the church, approaching the Lord's table with tenderhearted attitudes of encouragement and service, washing one another's feet both literally and spiritually rather than criticizing. The Lord's example shows us how to balance encouragement with correction, always leading with compassion and prayer for those around us.
6. Question Answer Session Part-1 By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 8, 2016 · 58m · NCCF Church
The speaker addresses several questions, emphasizing that overcoming negative thoughts requires renewing the mind by consistently reading and meditating on the Bible, as this focuses one on God's interests. He stresses that true Christian life begins with a genuine new birth, evidenced by a desire not to sin again, and that the test of faith is not falling into sin, but the immediate reaction to it. Finally, he advises that in matters of conviction within a home, one should practice giving freedom, as Christian discipleship is never forced.
Zac Poonen - Fellowship in Jesus' Body and Blood
Zac Poonen · May 3, 2021 · 11m · NCCF Church
The sermon emphasizes that Christian fellowship is a deep reality, not merely a ritual, as seen in the breaking of bread. True fellowship requires believers to reflect Jesus' life by dying to their own self-will and carrying the 'dying of Jesus' daily, which is a process empowered by the Holy Spirit. This surrender eliminates inward demands on others, allowing for genuine bearing with one another and manifesting the life of Christ for God's glory.
Zac Poonen - Fellowship and Worship
Zac Poonen · Sep 19, 2014 · 1h 9m · NCCF Church
The central message emphasizes that true Christianity hinges on genuine fellowship with God and with one another, which is more vital than impressive teaching, miracles, or financial giving. The speaker stresses that believers must prioritize listening to the Holy Spirit and maintaining a posture of receptivity, drawing parallels to Mary at Jesus' feet. Ultimately, building fellowship requires living in the light in one's daily life, as the body of Christ functions through interconnected relationships.
Bobby McDonald - Emotions: Good Servants But Terrible Masters
Bobby McDonald · Jan 12, 2016 · 10m · NCCF Church
The central message is that while emotions can be good servants, they become terrible masters when they contradict God's will. Drawing from Jesus's life, the speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires actively rejecting feelings of self-pity, shame, and indulgence in worldly desires, just as Jesus did on the cross. This requires a conscious, hostile rejection of any inner inclination that pulls one away from God's purpose.
Wenhai Pan - Being Faithful in the Little Things
Wenhai Pan · Jun 16, 2025 · 24m · NCCF Church
Faithfulness means obedience to God's commands in both the small and large things. Wenhai Pan explains that faithfulness pleases the Lord and results in receiving God's best rather than merely good; those faithful to God's call (like the sons of Zadok) receive intimate access to serve Him directly, while the unfaithful settle for lesser roles. Christians should pursue faithfulness as a distinguishing mark of discipleship and devotion to Christ.
NCCF Church Sharing - February 5, 2017
CFC Messages · Feb 9, 2017 · 27m · NCCF Church
The speaker uses analogies from basketball and an orchestra to illustrate that in times of high stakes, the best action is to yield completely to a higher authority, like a coach or conductor. This leads to the conclusion that when Christ returns, the most important thing is to be attentive and yield to God's word. The message emphasizes taking refuge in God's flawless word rather than relying on personal strength, and the church is presented as a place of healing and spiritual discipline.
Zac Poonen - God's Presence Is the Mark of a True Church
Zac Poonen · Jun 26, 2023 · 42m · NCCF Church
The true mark of a New Testament church is not adherence to specific doctrines or charismatic gifts, but rather that people leave feeling they have genuinely encountered God's presence. The speaker emphasizes that the primary purpose of gathering is to meet with the Lord, which can be cultivated through conscious devotion, such as when singing hymns directed to Jesus. Furthermore, he teaches that God often brings us into His presence through trials and suffering, which are signs of spiritual promotion.
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · May 22, 2023 · 14m · NCCF Church
The central message is that true repentance involves more than just asking for forgiveness; it requires a decisive 'U-turn' from one's former desires or wrong paths to actively following God's will. The speaker illustrates this with personal testimonies of obedience when God prompted him to change direction, such as praising instead of complaining, or helping his wife instead of continuing to work. He concludes by emphasizing God's faithfulness to prompt this daily turn.
Sunil Poonen - Overflowing With the Fragrance of Christ
Sunil Poonen · Aug 4, 2025 · 36m · NCCF Church
Sunil Poonen teaches Christians to move beyond a self-centered faith focused on personal gain toward spiritual maturity as true sons and daughters of God. Using the parable of the prodigal son and the example of Jesus submitting to His Father's business, he contrasts childish dependence and entitlement with adult discipleship that serves God's purposes rather than seeking recognition, financial prosperity, or earthly blessings. The key to spiritual growth is surrendering self-centered ambitions and finding contentment in God's presence and authority.
NCCF Church Sharing - September 9, 2018
CFC Messages · Sep 10, 2018 · 4m 42s · NCCF Church
The message uses the parable of the Prodigal Son to illustrate that merely attending church or having a routine fellowship with God is insufficient. True spiritual maturity requires moving beyond discussing personal needs and problems to actively seeking to know the Father's heart for others. The speaker emphasizes that knowing God's heart leads to practical action, such as encouraging or reaching out to other believers.