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36mNCCF Church Sharing - May 10, 2015
NCCF Church · May 11
32mNCCF Church Sharing - May 03, 2015
NCCF Church · May 3
4m 3sJeremy Utley - Colossians 1:23
Jeremy Utley · May 3
22mNCCF Church Sharing - April 26, 2015
NCCF Church · Apr 27
29mNCCF Church Sharing - April 19, 2015
Bobby McDonald · Apr 19
3m 55sBobby McDonald - Colossians 1:22
Bobby McDonald · Apr 19
58mTony Thomas' Baptism
Tony Thomas · Apr 13
34mNCCF Church Sharing - March 29, 2015
NCCF Church · Mar 30
7mBobby McDonald - Colossians 1:21
Bobby McDonald · Mar 29
37mNCCF Church Sharing - March 22, 2015
NCCF Church · Mar 23
7mJeremy Utley - Colossians 1:19
Jeremy Utley · Mar 16
33mNCCF Church Sharing - March 15, 2015
NCCF Church · Mar 16
28mNCCF Church Sharing - March 08, 2015
NCCF Church · Mar 9
8mBobby McDonald - Colossians 1:18
Bobby McDonald · Mar 9
32mNCCF Church Sharing - March 01, 2015
NCCF Church · Mar 2
25mNCCF Church Sharing - February 22, 2015
NCCF Church · Feb 23
34mNCCF Church Sharing - Feb 15, 2015
NCCF Church · Feb 16
43mNCCF Church Sharing - Feb 08, 2015
NCCF Church · Feb 9
42mNCCF Church Sharing - February 02, 2015
NCCF Church · Feb 2
7mJeremy Utley - Colossians 1:13
Jeremy Utley · Feb 1
17mBobby McDonald - Having a burden for the local church
Bobby McDonald · Jan 26
14mJeremy Utley - Love for the Church Family
Jeremy Utley · Jan 26
5mBobby McDonald - Colossians 1:12
Bobby McDonald · Jan 25
13mJeremy Utley - Trusting in God's love
Jeremy Utley · Jan 19
August 5 | Daily Devotion | Idolatry Is Spiritual Adultery | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Zac Poonen teaches that idolatry constitutes spiritual adultery against God, drawing a parallel between unfaithfulness in marriage and unfaithfulness in our devotion to God. The message calls believers to recognize idolatry in their lives and turn from it in repentance to restore their relationship with God.
36mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - May 10, 2015
CFC Messages · May 11, 2015 · 36m
The message emphasizes that true satisfaction and life flow only from Jesus, comparing worldly pursuits to drinking saltwater that only dehydrates. Drawing from the story of the woman at the well, the speaker argues that people often seek fulfillment in temporary things—like relationships or circumstances—but these cannot satisfy. Instead, believers must turn to Jesus, who offers the 'living water' that leads to eternal life.
32mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - May 03, 2015
CFC Messages · May 3, 2015 · 32m
The speaker reflects on how recent physical ailments have led him to study 2 Corinthians 12, focusing on Paul's thorn in the flesh. He emphasizes that God's power is perfected in weakness, meaning our perceived inability drives us to Christ. Furthermore, he advises against trying to
4m 3sNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Colossians 1:23
Jeremy Utley · May 3, 2015 · 4m 3s
God desires that believers become holy, blameless, and beyond reproach, and the path to this involves continuing in faith and not being moved from hope. The speaker emphasizes that these concepts are not abstract but require active, persistent effort, comparing this necessary persistence to a child unrelentingly asking for what they want. True dependence on God means being helplessly persistent until He acts, trusting in His good will.
22mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - April 26, 2015
CFC Messages · Apr 27, 2015 · 22m
The speaker shares personal reflections on anxiety stemming from trying to control every aspect of life, comparing it to trying to beat traffic or micromanage the future. He emphasizes that true freedom comes from surrendering control and focusing on heavenly treasures rather than earthly concerns. The core message is to cease striving and instead dwell on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and praiseworthy, trusting in God's provision.
29mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - April 19, 2015
Bobby McDonald · Apr 19, 2015 · 29m
The sermon uses the stories of Jairus and the woman with the hemorrhage to emphasize the power of genuine faith. The central message is that believers must continue to believe in God's promises even when circumstances become impossible or when evidence suggests otherwise. The speaker stresses that faith acts as a conduit, allowing God's power to flow immediately, without needing evaluation or a back-and-forth process.
3m 55sNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Colossians 1:22
Bobby McDonald · Apr 19, 2015 · 3m 55s
The central message is that Christians should strive to be presented to God at the end as holy, blameless, and beyond reproach. This goal is achieved both individually through personal purity and corporately by building up one another within the church. The speaker emphasizes that the best gifts we can give God are our character and the spiritual cleansing we achieve for ourselves and for our brothers and sisters in Christ.
58mNCCF Church
Tony Thomas' Baptism
Tony Thomas · Apr 13, 2015 · 58m
Baptism is fundamentally a conscious choice to follow Jesus Christ, not something forced by family or circumstance. Scripturally, it symbolizes a burial—a decisive turning away from a life lived for oneself and embracing a new life in the Kingdom of God, which is characterized by grace. This commitment is demonstrated through full immersion, signifying that the old, sinful life is dead and the individual is now alive to God's riches through Christ's sacrifice.
34mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 29, 2015
CFC Messages · Mar 30, 2015 · 34m
The speaker discusses the process of repentance, emphasizing that while forgiveness cleanses the conscience, God often desires to talk through the sin to prevent recurrence, much like a good father disciplines. He draws from Psalm 51 and Hebrews 10:22, teaching that true spiritual growth requires an open heart to understand one's motives, not just confessing the act. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to embrace God's desire to teach and guide them toward wisdom regarding their failings.
7mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Colossians 1:21
Bobby McDonald · Mar 29, 2015 · 7m
The central message is the necessity of actively taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ to combat a mind set hostile toward God. The speaker emphasizes that true victory over temptation requires a proactive surrender—a pre-determined decision to yield one's will to God's desires, much like programming a safe system. This surrender, exemplified by watching and praying, allows believers to overcome temptations when they arise.
37mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 22, 2015
CFC Messages · Mar 23, 2015 · 37m
The central message emphasizes that Christian growth is a process entirely initiated and sustained by God, requiring believers to strive to become more like Christ. Key areas for growth include maintaining humility, recognizing one's constant need for God's grace, and cultivating a deep longing to obey God's Word. The speaker also challenged the congregation to ensure their prayers for others come from a heart desiring the very best for them, mirroring the selfless concern seen in the life of the Apostle Paul.
7mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Colossians 1:19
Jeremy Utley · Mar 16, 2015 · 7m
The central message is that Christians are called to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, which is achieved by beholding His fullness. The speaker emphasizes that learning from Jesus is not merely an academic study of scripture, but a lived experience of coming to Him in moments of weariness or temptation. True transformation occurs when one receives rest from Him and willingly takes His yoke, walking beside Him daily.
33mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 15, 2015
CFC Messages · Mar 16, 2015 · 33m
The central message is that true devotion to Christ requires giving Him one's entire heart, going beyond mere outward religious activity. The speaker emphasizes that the deepest desire should be to seek the person of God Himself, rather than focusing on religious results or service. Drawing parallels from Mary and Martha, and the principle that the reward for diligently seeking God is God Himself, the talk concludes that the degree of seeking Christ reveals the true value placed on Him.
28mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 08, 2015
CFC Messages · Mar 9, 2015 · 28m
The central message is the necessity of constant dependence on God, exemplified by biblical figures like Job, Hannah, David, and especially Jesus. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual maturity is characterized not by self-sufficiency, but by continually crying out to God for help, even when the specific need is unknown. This reliance on God brings peace and is a model for Christian living.
8mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Colossians 1:18
Bobby McDonald · Mar 9, 2015 · 8m
Jesus Christ is established as the head of the body, which is the church, meaning believers are meant to actively participate in God's work rather than passively receiving it. The sermon emphasizes that Christian life requires taking responsibility and laboring for Christ, both in personal growth and within the community. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure that Jesus remains preeminent in every area of life, causing all other concerns to dim.
32mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 01, 2015
CFC Messages · Mar 2, 2015 · 32m
The speaker emphasizes that true worship is not limited to singing but is a life sacrifice and following Jesus. He draws from Psalm 69 to argue that praising God during affliction is more pleasing to Him than making sacrifices. The core message is that believers should maintain a spirit of willing praise to God, even amidst difficulty, recognizing that all blessings come from Him.
25mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - February 22, 2015
CFC Messages · Feb 23, 2015 · 25m
The central message emphasizes that Christian growth requires both individual purity and corporate function, aiming to reflect Jesus. The speaker warns against the dangers of small sins, particularly the love of money, which can lead to larger issues in relationships and the church. He stresses guarding one's heart and mind, as sin is conceived there, and advises examining failures by asking if God's instructions have been neglected.
34mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Feb 15, 2015
CFC Messages · Feb 16, 2015 · 34m
The central message is that unbelief is the primary obstacle preventing us from experiencing the full privileges of being a child of God. The speaker draws parallels from the Parable of the Talents and the story of the older brother, emphasizing that our own doubt about God's promises is the fault. To combat unbelief, the speaker advises two practices: actively encouraging one another regarding God's promises, and regularly taking inventory of God's past faithfulness by remembering His benefits.
43mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Feb 08, 2015
CFC Messages · Feb 9, 2015 · 43m
The speaker discusses the biblical story of Balaam to illustrate the danger of repeatedly questioning God's initial answer. He explains that Balaam's error was not in asking God, but in being dissatisfied with the first answer and asking again, which ultimately displeased God. The message encourages the audience to accept God's word the first time it is given, and also touches on the need to be strong in the Lord, referencing passages on steadfastness and patience.
42mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - February 02, 2015
CFC Messages · Feb 2, 2015 · 42m
The speaker emphasizes that our actions significantly affect our perception, urging the audience to see God clearly by taking sin seriously. He draws from scripture to show that sin defiles the mind and conscience, hindering one's ability to see right from wrong. Furthermore, the message stresses that the ultimate goal is fellowship with God and others, which sin ruins, requiring constant cleansing to maintain unity.
7mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Colossians 1:13
Jeremy Utley · Feb 1, 2015 · 7m
The speaker reflects on Colossians 1:13, focusing on the reality that while believers are rescued from darkness, they must not become complacent in their fight against sin. He emphasizes that true freedom is not a license for sin, but rather a motivation to proactively seek God's light to illuminate the darkness remaining within us. This requires a continuous, hungry attitude of self-examination, similar to David's pattern of seeking ways to serve God even during times of rest.
17mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Having a burden for the local church
Bobby McDonald · Jan 26, 2015 · 17m
The central message is that a godly love for the local church is a commitment to concern for the spiritual growth of fellow believers, aiming for Christ-likeness. True unity requires moving beyond self-concern and embracing the shared journey toward this ultimate goal. The speaker uses the Israelites' unbelief regarding the Promised Land to illustrate that we must fully trust God's plan for the church's development, even when the process is difficult or unseen.
14mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Love for the Church Family
Jeremy Utley · Jan 26, 2015 · 14m
The foundation of all ministry in the church must be love, as demonstrated by the warning in 1 Corinthians 13 that gifts without love are nothing. True Christian love, which is supernatural and divine, is required to be a fully functioning member of the church. This love should not be based on natural affinity but on the shared Spirit, which constitutes our 'spiritual flesh and blood.'
5mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Colossians 1:12
Bobby McDonald · Jan 25, 2015 · 5m
The speaker contrasts the initial joyous praise of the Israelites after the Red Sea crossing with their subsequent grumbling when faced with hunger and thirst in the wilderness. He emphasizes that true praise to God must be steadfast and consistent, even when circumstances are difficult. The key takeaways for overcoming discouragement are to joyously give thanks regardless of feelings and to persevere, knowing that discouragement will pass.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Trusting in God's love
Jeremy Utley · Jan 19, 2015 · 13m
The central message is that a foundation of God's love allows believers to respond to sin by trusting in God's great mercy rather than succumbing to shame or self-condemnation. This trust is built by consistently declaring God's promises and praising Him daily, which acts like making deposits in a spiritual bank account. Ultimately, one must establish the reality of truth through consistent behavior and declaration, rather than relying on fluctuating feelings.