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25mJeremy Utley - Learning to Treasure Brokenness
Jeremy Utley · Jan 18
17mJeremy Utley - Am I Partaking of the Father's Heart?
Jeremy Utley · Jan 13
19mJeremy Utley - We Walk by Faith in God's Promise, Not by Sight of Our Progress
Jeremy Utley · Jan 6
25mJeremy Utley - Feeling Disheartened?
Jeremy Utley · Dec 30
18mJeremy Utley - Be Happy With God's Quiet Work
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21
14mJeremy Utley - "What Should I Share in the Church Meeting?"
Jeremy Utley · Dec 16
22mJeremy Utley - Where Is Your Worth?
Jeremy Utley · Nov 23
15mJeremy Utley - Remove All Merchandise From the Temple of the Heart
Jeremy Utley · Nov 11
22mJeremy Utley - Surviving the Terrible Twos
Jeremy Utley · Nov 2
13mJeremy Utley - Longing for the Holy Spirit
Jeremy Utley · Oct 21
27mJeremy Utley - Growing in the Fear of the Lord
Jeremy Utley · Oct 14
18mJeremy Utley - Don't Forget the Debt You've Been Forgiven
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12
12mJeremy Utley - Having Jesus' Mindset Towards the Cross
Jeremy Utley · Sep 30
32mJeremy Utley - A Caretaker of the Vineyards
Jeremy Utley · Sep 7
9mJeremy Utley - Take Heart When The Lord Reproves You
Jeremy Utley · Sep 1
14mJeremy Utley - Don't Despise the Holy Spirit's Anointing on Others
Jeremy Utley · Aug 12
30mJeremy Utley - My Biggest Problem As A Christian
Jeremy Utley · Aug 10
37mJeremy Utley - Becoming True Worshipers
Jeremy Utley · Jul 24
21mJeremy Utley - Seek A Fresh Start With God Again Today
Jeremy Utley · Jul 20
10mJeremy Utley - The God Who Re-stirs Our Hearts
Jeremy Utley · Jul 6
12mJeremy Utley - James 1:2-3 - Choose and Refuse
Jeremy Utley · Jun 15
16mJeremy Utley - Completely Cooperate with God’s Smelting
Jeremy Utley · May 27
11mJeremy Utley - Delivered From The Law Of Stumbling
Jeremy Utley · May 4
8mJeremy Utley - The Cup And The Sword
Jeremy Utley · Apr 15
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.
25mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Learning to Treasure Brokenness
Jeremy Utley · Jan 18, 2021 · 25m
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.
17mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Am I Partaking of the Father's Heart?
Jeremy Utley · Jan 13, 2021 · 17m
The central message is to resist a transactional approach to faith, where one approaches God only when needing something or having a task. Drawing from the example of Mary choosing the 'good part,' the speaker emphasizes that simply sitting at Jesus' feet and drawing near to Him is sufficient. Furthermore, the sermon warns against looking upon others—whether fellow believers or unbelievers—with contempt, urging instead to adopt the humble, needy posture of the publican.
19mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - We Walk by Faith in God's Promise, Not by Sight of Our Progress
Jeremy Utley · Jan 6, 2021 · 19m
The central message is that Christian growth must be based on faith in God's promises rather than on visible personal progress or feelings. The speaker draws parallels from Psalm 106 and the Transfiguration, warning against the danger of living by sight, which can lead to forgetting God's works. True assurance comes from trusting God's word, as exemplified by Abraham, rather than waiting for visible evidence.
25mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Feeling Disheartened?
Jeremy Utley · Dec 30, 2020 · 25m
The central message is that Christians who feel disheartened or hopeless are often neglecting the foundational truth of God's boundless love. The speaker emphasizes that we must actively fight both 'low' and 'lofty' thoughts about God—such as believing He is too holy to approach—by remembering His compassion and pity. Drawing near to God requires diligently taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ, making God's love the unwavering foundation of our lives.
18mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Be Happy With God's Quiet Work
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21, 2020 · 18m
The central message is to find contentment and joy in God's quiet, unseen work in our lives, rather than becoming anxious about visible signs of progress. The speaker contrasts the danger of complacency with the danger of paranoia regarding spiritual growth, using Jesus' early life and the example of saints to illustrate that God's work often happens quietly over time. True discipleship involves being content and joyful in the process, trusting God's timing even when progress feels slow or unmeasurable.
14mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - "What Should I Share in the Church Meeting?"
Jeremy Utley · Dec 16, 2020 · 14m
The speaker advises that when preparing to share at a church meeting, one must resist the temptation to share what sounds clever or intellectually stimulating. Instead, the focus should be on what Christ has truly accomplished in the speaker's life. A key test is to ask what has quenched the speaker's own spiritual thirst and provided comfort, mirroring the principle that one must first receive living water from Jesus to be able to give it to others.
22mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Where Is Your Worth?
Jeremy Utley · Nov 23, 2020 · 22m
The speaker challenges the listener to examine where they derive their worth and identity, using Hebrews 12 to discuss the removal of 'things that can be shaken.' He argues that we often place our value in temporary things like productivity, relationships, or plans. True, unshakable identity, according to the Lord, is found solely in Christ, as exemplified by the promise of the 'Lord's own righteousness.'
15mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Remove All Merchandise From the Temple of the Heart
Jeremy Utley · Nov 11, 2020 · 15m
The central message is that Christians must guard against an 'inward merchandise'—the pursuit of human honor, recognition, and appreciation—which can prevent true, wholehearted love for God. Drawing parallels from Jesus cleansing the temple, the speaker argues that outward piety is insufficient; one must actively guard against valuing human approval over divine devotion. The goal is to seek only the glory of God, lest one become a spiritual swindler.
22mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Surviving the Terrible Twos
Jeremy Utley · Nov 2, 2020 · 22m
The sermon centers on the profound privilege of 'receiving' Jesus, drawing parallels from Zacchaeus and Levi. The speaker emphasizes that the greatest opportunity to receive Christ is by receiving children in Jesus' name, which signifies living in the light of His mercy and welcome. This act is not based on obligation, personal connection, or mere compassion, but on recognizing the grace shown to us by Christ.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Longing for the Holy Spirit
Jeremy Utley · Oct 21, 2020 · 13m
The central message is the urgent need to desire and receive the Holy Spirit, mirroring Jesus' passion to give it. The speaker draws parallels from Luke 12:50 and John 20, arguing that relying on Jesus' physical presence is insufficient; instead, one must embrace the Spirit's empowering presence. Practically, this means actively choosing to be filled with the Holy Spirit, viewing it as a superior alternative to worldly distractions.
27mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Growing in the Fear of the Lord
Jeremy Utley · Oct 14, 2020 · 27m
The central message is the necessity of growing in the fear of the Lord, which is presented as the beginning of wisdom and the fountain of life. The speaker emphasizes that this fear is not merely a feeling but a deep awareness of God's presence, which is crucial for living in the new covenant. He suggests that signs of growth include adopting childlike humility and maintaining a constant awareness of the Lord's presence, much like a dove leaving a place of quarreling.
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.
12mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Having Jesus' Mindset Towards the Cross
Jeremy Utley · Sep 30, 2020 · 12m
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.
32mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - A Caretaker of the Vineyards
Jeremy Utley · Sep 7, 2020 · 32m
The Lord builds the church, but He equips it through every individual member functioning properly, like the joints of a body. The speaker warns against neglecting one's personal spiritual life—one's 'own vineyard'—while focusing on ministry or serving others. To care for one's own vineyard, one must examine the fruit of love, the soil of humility, and other aspects of personal devotion.
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.
14mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Don't Despise the Holy Spirit's Anointing on Others
Jeremy Utley · Aug 12, 2020 · 14m
The speaker cautions against developing a jealous or critical heart when witnessing the ministry or spiritual gifts of others. Drawing parallels from Jesus's hometown reception and the disciples' reaction to miracles, he emphasizes that believers must receive God's word and the works of others' lives as if it came directly from the Lord. Ultimately, the message urges believers to prioritize seeking the approval of God over seeking the notice or praise of men.
30mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - My Biggest Problem As A Christian
Jeremy Utley · Aug 10, 2020 · 30m
The speaker uses the biblical example of Kiriath Arba, which was renamed Hebron after a great victory by Caleb, to warn that spiritual victories are not permanent without vigilance. He argues that if believers become complacent, the enemy (the 'giants') can reclaim areas of life that God has already given victory in. The central message is a call to remain watchful, diligent, and obedient to keep the path of righteousness growing brighter.
37mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Becoming True Worshipers
Jeremy Utley · Jul 24, 2020 · 37m
True worship is not merely singing or being moved by music, but rather presenting one's entire body as a living and holy sacrifice to God. Drawing from John 4 and Romans 12, the message emphasizes that true worship is demonstrated by living in spirit and truth, especially during times of temptation or undesirable circumstances. The speaker urges the audience to continually renew their minds and offer their lives to God without hesitation, like providing a lamb morning by morning.
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.
10mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The God Who Re-stirs Our Hearts
Jeremy Utley · Jul 6, 2020 · 10m
The central message is that God initiates and sustains our spiritual journey, constantly stirring our hearts toward Him. The speaker emphasizes that our desire to draw near to God is not primary; rather, God first desires us, as seen in examples like the rebuilding of the temple. Ultimately, God promises that the 'latter glory' in our lives will surpass any past experiences.
12mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - James 1:2-3 - Choose and Refuse
Jeremy Utley · Jun 15, 2020 · 12m
The central message is that believers must view trials not as mere hardship, but as opportunities for God to test and strengthen their faith, leading to endurance. The speaker emphasizes that this requires a deliberate act of will: choosing to see the trial through the lens of God's perfect plan and actively refusing to view it through the lens of personal comfort or complaint. Ultimately, the focus in any trial must remain on one's faith in God's sovereignty.
16mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Completely Cooperate with God’s Smelting
Jeremy Utley · May 27, 2020 · 16m
The central message is that Christians must undergo a thorough refining process, likened to silver being purified by a smelter, to become a reflection of Jesus. This purification involves passing through trials, symbolized by water and fire, which God uses to remove impurities. This process is not quick and requires God's consistent, faithful work to yield a pure life capable of offering righteousness to the Lord.
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.
8mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Cup And The Sword
Jeremy Utley · Apr 15, 2020 · 8m
The central message is that to effectively share the 'cup of salvation' with others, one must first be willing to accept whatever the Lord sends, even if it is painful. The speaker draws a parallel between Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane and Peter drawing a sword; just as Jesus was called to drink the cup, the believer must put away the 'sword' of self-defense, justification, and resistance. Only by accepting the Father's will can one minister the salvation to others.