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12mBobby McDonald - The Agony of Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Oct 24
12mBobby McDonald - Sin Is Not An Option
Bobby McDonald · Oct 14
31mJeremy Utley - The Secret of Overcoming Evil
Jeremy Utley · Sep 18
1h 19mZac Poonen - The Church - A Light in the Darkness
Zac Poonen · Aug 22
19mJeremy Utley - Bounce Back Zealous In Repentance
Jeremy Utley · Jun 28
1h 9m7. Zac Poonen - Those Who Give God Their Best
Zac Poonen · May 27
9mBobby McDonald - A Life Of Ease Is Not The Mountain Top
Bobby McDonald · Dec 21
8mBobby McDonald - Jesus Will Save Me From My Sins
Bobby McDonald · Dec 5
7mNCCF Church Sharing - Nov 20, 2016
NCCF Church · Nov 21
9mBobby McDonald - Set Free
Bobby McDonald · Nov 14
13mBobby McDonald - Sorrow Over Sin, Fellowship With God
Bobby McDonald · Aug 8
8mBobby McDonald - Tangible Evidence Of The Holy Spirit Within Us
Bobby McDonald · Jul 11
21mJeremy Utley - Guard Against The Two G's
Jeremy Utley · Jul 11
33m3. Justification And Sanctification By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 26
1h 30mFellowship - Another Mark Of Growth by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 23
25mNCCF Church Sharing - April 03, 2016
NCCF Church · Apr 5
10mJeremy Utley - Put Away All Bitterness
Jeremy Utley · Apr 3
17mJeremy Utley - Becoming A Weapon Of Righteousness
Jeremy Utley · Mar 21
10mNCCF Church Sharing - 21st February 2016
NCCF Church · Feb 22
17mNCCF Church Sharing - 7th Feb 2016
NCCF Church · Feb 9
7mBobby McDonald - He Has Not Dealt With Us According To Our Iniquities
Bobby McDonald · Feb 8
8mNCCF Church Sharing - January 24,2016
NCCF Church · Jan 28
15mNCCF Church Sharing - Jan 10, 2016
NCCF Church · Jan 13
13mJeremy Utley - Three Lessons From A Difficulty
Jeremy Utley · Jan 12
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.
12mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - The Agony of Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Oct 24, 2017 · 12m
The central message is that our desire to love God stems from recognizing His prior love, exemplified by Jesus's ultimate sacrifice. The speaker emphasizes meditating on the agony Jesus endured in Gethsemane, realizing that this profound suffering fueled His love. Ultimately, this deep appreciation for Christ's sacrifice should motivate believers to overcome sin and live in constant praise rather than complaint.
12mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Sin Is Not An Option
Bobby McDonald · Oct 14, 2017 · 12m
The central message is that Christians must adopt a radical attitude of brokenness toward sin, treating it as an option that is no longer available. Drawing from Job's continual sacrifices and Paul's teaching, the speaker emphasizes that one must actively reckon themselves dead to sin, making it impossible to choose it. This commitment requires relying on the Holy Spirit's power to overcome temptation.
31mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Secret of Overcoming Evil
Jeremy Utley · Sep 18, 2017 · 31m
The central message is that overcoming evil with good is impossible through personal effort alone; it requires God's power and love. True ability to overcome sin comes only after accepting God's unconditional love, as exemplified by the 'I do not condemn you' promise. Practically, growing in the knowledge of God's love requires two things: seeing how much He loves us and how much He has forgiven us, which is best cultivated by prioritizing a deep, childlike desire to simply be in His presence.
1h 19mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Church - A Light in the Darkness
Zac Poonen · Aug 22, 2017 · 1h 19m
The central message is that Christian life is a marathon requiring constant discipline to finish the race and become partakers of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that believers must guard against falling away due to the deceitfulness of sin, such as hypocrisy, pride, and selfishness. Therefore, active fellowship within a church is crucial for mutual encouragement and exposing hidden sins before they cause a spiritual collapse.
19mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Bounce Back Zealous In Repentance
Jeremy Utley · Jun 28, 2017 · 19m
The central message is the necessity of bouncing back to Jesus with zealous repentance after falling into sin. The speaker emphasizes that repentance should be immediate, like a ball bouncing back instantly, avoiding self-pity or discouragement. True repentance involves a godly sorrow that leads to immediate obedience and a passionate devotion to God, rather than becoming lukewarm or sluggish.
1h 9mNCCF Church
7. Zac Poonen - Those Who Give God Their Best
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 1h 9m
The central message is that God accepts offerings based on the heart's attitude, not the offering itself. Drawing from the story of Cain and Abel, the speaker emphasizes that giving God one's very best—whether it's time, energy, or material goods—stems from a heart that recognizes God's prior bestowment. Furthermore, the sermon warns that even a perfect offering will be rejected if the individual is unreconciled with their brother, citing Matthew 5.
9mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - A Life Of Ease Is Not The Mountain Top
Bobby McDonald · Dec 21, 2016 · 9m
The central message is that true joy and gratitude in Christ come from focusing on what God has already done for us, rather than setting aside His promises for future comforts or ease. The speaker warns against subtle idolatry, such as valuing a 'life of ease' or future security over God's present promises, which is a sin of presumption. Believers must constantly look to the finished work of Christ and God's unchanging love as their source of rest and joy.
8mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Jesus Will Save Me From My Sins
Bobby McDonald · Dec 5, 2016 · 8m
The speaker uses personal anecdotes, such as his frustration with homework, to illustrate the reality of sin, comparing it to a computer virus that needs cleansing. He emphasizes that Jesus' name means He saves people from their sins, offering hope for deliverance from internal struggles like impatience and anger. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to claim the victory promised by Jesus over their sin.
7mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Nov 20, 2016
CFC Messages · Nov 21, 2016 · 7m
The speaker discusses becoming like Jesus, noting that this transformation is not dependent on earthly blessings but is achieved through suffering, as referenced in Romans 8:28-29. He emphasizes that suffering leads to ceasing from sin and living for God's will. A second point addresses Paul's groaning in Romans 8:23, suggesting that the true longing Christians should have is not for a new physical body, but for freedom from sin and self-centeredness.
9mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Set Free
Bobby McDonald · Nov 14, 2016 · 9m
The central message is that salvation and freedom are found entirely through Christ, not through personal effort or adherence to law. The speaker compares the experience to being rescued from a prison or death row, illustrating that believers were once trapped under sin's condemnation but were freed by God's grace through Jesus. This freedom means not only being forgiven but also being empowered by the Spirit to live a life free from the power of sin.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Sorrow Over Sin, Fellowship With God
Bobby McDonald · Aug 8, 2016 · 13m
The speaker argues that a deep, godly sorrow over sin is foundational to a personal and intimate relationship with God. Drawing from the Prodigal Son narrative, he emphasizes that this sorrow leads to true repentance, which is distinct from worldly regret. He concludes that God uses convictions and rebukes to guide us toward greater Christlikeness, leading to an appreciation of His mercy.
8mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Tangible Evidence Of The Holy Spirit Within Us
Bobby McDonald · Jul 11, 2016 · 8m
The tangible evidence of the Holy Spirit's work is demonstrated by a growing hatred for sin and a love for what God loves. Drawing from the New Covenant, the Spirit writes God's desires on the heart, making believers naturally desire goodness and reject evil. This process is described as moving 'from glory to glory,' proving God is working in us even when we cannot see the progress.
21mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Guard Against The Two G's
Jeremy Utley · Jul 11, 2016 · 21m
The central message is that growing in the fear of the Lord requires our affections to reflect God's, meaning we must hate evil, pride, and perverted speech. The speaker specifically warns against the 'two G's'—gossip and grumbling—as these are forms of perverted speech that distract from disciplined living. He urges listeners to guard their mouths by keeping their thoughts in their minds, contrasting this with the tendency to talk about others when there is nothing productive to do.
33mNCCF Church
3. Justification And Sanctification By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 26, 2016 · 33m
The speaker distinguishes between justification (being accepted by Christ) and sanctification (growth in holiness), using the analogy of a building's foundation and superstructure. While justification is a free gift of God's grace, sanctification requires actively living out good works. True Christian life demands radical repentance—a 180-degree turn from sin—and maintaining this commitment by discerning friendships that pull one toward Christ versus those that pull one back to the world.
1h 30mNCCF Church
Fellowship - Another Mark Of Growth by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 23, 2016 · 1h 30m
The primary mark of spiritual growth is increasing humility, which must be before God, not merely for human reputation. True humility is evidenced by obedience to God's will, as God gives grace to the humble but resists the proud. The speaker emphasizes that sinning proves one is not under grace, and spiritual growth is a progression of overcoming sin in thought, word, deed, attitude, and motive.
25mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - April 03, 2016
CFC Messages · Apr 5, 2016 · 25m
The speaker reflects on the encounter between Jesus and the young ruler, emphasizing that true righteousness requires more than just keeping the commandments; it demands a complete surrender to Christ. He draws a parallel between the young ruler's desire for external validation and the need for believers to die to self and live for Jesus's agenda. Furthermore, he stresses that the quality of Christian life is determined by the daily walk with the Lord, not just Sunday services, and highlights the vital ministry of encouragement within the church and family.
10mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Put Away All Bitterness
Jeremy Utley · Apr 3, 2016 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes the necessity of recognizing one's true spiritual condition, drawing parallels from Malachi and Revelation. He focuses heavily on the command to 'put away all bitterness,' realizing that difficult circumstances provide unique opportunities to obey God's commands. Ultimately, he teaches that the true enemy in any struggle is not another person, but one's own fleshly inclination toward ease and irritation.
17mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Becoming A Weapon Of Righteousness
Jeremy Utley · Mar 21, 2016 · 17m
The central message is that Christians must intentionally choose to be weapons of righteousness in God's hand rather than allowing sin to make them weapons of unrighteousness. This requires a deep personal confrontation with one's own sin, prioritizing God's glory over anything else, and being willing to surrender even what is precious to oneself. The speaker uses biblical examples, like Job and King Saul, to illustrate this principle of total consecration to God.
10mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - 21st February 2016
CFC Messages · Feb 22, 2016 · 10m
The speaker discusses how to respond to sin, whether in ourselves or others, emphasizing that our goal is to reflect Jesus. He draws from the story of the woman caught in adultery, concluding that instead of condemning, we should respond with grace, prayer, and love. The message concludes with reflections on finding contentment through scripture, citing Habakkuk 3, Psalm 16, and Psalm 23.
17mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - 7th Feb 2016
CFC Messages · Feb 9, 2016 · 17m
The speaker emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus Christ by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. Drawing parallels from scripture, the message stresses the need for constant spiritual focus, comparing worldly distractions to the wastefulness of excrement. Ultimately, the talk urges believers to maintain a sense of urgency regarding sin and God's grace, remembering that all people, including the speaker, are sinners in need of Christ's saving mercy.
7mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - He Has Not Dealt With Us According To Our Iniquities
Bobby McDonald · Feb 8, 2016 · 7m
The central message is that appreciating God's immense love requires a clear and sober view of one's own sinfulness. The speaker draws from Psalm 103 to highlight that God has not dealt with us according to our iniquities, emphasizing His undeserved mercy. He concludes that striving to keep God's commandments, even when failing, deepens the appreciation for His grace, leading to perfect fellowship with Him.
8mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - January 24,2016
CFC Messages · Jan 28, 2016 · 8m
The speaker shares testimonies of God's miracles, drawing parallels to biblical accounts like the feeding of the 5,000 and the oil during Hanukkah. The core message then shifts to the profound implication of Romans 6:23—that the wages of sin is death. He challenges the congregation to move beyond intellectual agreement with this truth, urging them to truly internalize that because they are bought at a price, everything they have rightfully belongs to God.
15mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Jan 10, 2016
CFC Messages · Jan 13, 2016 · 15m
The message emphasizes that Christian living requires a commitment to fleeing far from sin, not just staying a little distance away, drawing a parallel from the story of Sodom. Furthermore, the speaker stresses that true Christian life is characterized by being led by God in triumph in Christ, which means having freedom from sin and peace with God. Finally, the core commandment is identified as loving one another, which is presented as the overarching principle of obedience.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Three Lessons From A Difficulty
Jeremy Utley · Jan 12, 2016 · 13m
The speaker shares three lessons learned from a difficult week, beginning with the necessity of being attentive to hindrances in prayer, which can arise from holding back personal desires. He also cautions against misinterpreting God's promise of escape, clarifying that God delivers us from temptation, not necessarily from the difficulty itself. Finally, he emphasizes that avoiding conflict or difficulty means forfeiting the opportunity to overcome sin and grow.