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14mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Dec 7
6mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Nov 30
15mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Nov 16
15mJeremy Utley - Remove All Merchandise From the Temple of the Heart
Jeremy Utley · Nov 11
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
32mJeremy Utley - A Caretaker of the Vineyards
Jeremy Utley · Sep 7
9mJeremy Utley - Take Heart When The Lord Reproves You
Jeremy Utley · Sep 1
17mZac Poonen - Purifying Ourselves to Meet Christ at His Return
Zac Poonen · Aug 24
10mWenhai Pan - Daniel's Concern For The Lord's Name
Wenhai Pan · Aug 17
23mZac Poonen - The Lord Rewards His Faithful Saints
Zac Poonen · Aug 17
1h 2mZac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 10
Zac Poonen · Aug 3
50mZac Poonen - God Is Full Of Compassion Towards Us
Zac Poonen · Aug 2
37mJeremy Utley - Becoming True Worshipers
Jeremy Utley · Jul 24
57mZac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 8
Zac Poonen · Jul 13
55mZac Poonen - Fathers - Make God Your Example
Zac Poonen · Jun 22
56mZac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 5
Zac Poonen · Jun 15
29mZac Poonen - God Dwells With Broken Contrite People
Zac Poonen · Jun 8
43mSantosh Poonen - What Kind Of House Will You Build For Me?
Santosh Poonen · Jun 8
16mJeremy Utley - Completely Cooperate with God’s Smelting
Jeremy Utley · May 27
51mZac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 3
Zac Poonen · May 25
53mZac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 2
Zac Poonen · May 18
55mZac Poonen - Entering Into The Rest Of God's Perfect Love
Zac Poonen · May 17
49mZac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 1
Zac Poonen · May 4
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.
14mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Dec 7, 2020 · 14m
The speaker encourages listeners to reflect on how they spend their time, emphasizing the importance of persistent prayer and remaining alert, drawing examples from Daniel's steadfast prayer life despite oppressive laws. He also contrasts this with endless debates, urging the congregation to prioritize prayer. Furthermore, the message highlights that God cares more about the state of our heart and countenance than our material offerings, referencing Cain and Abel.
6mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Nov 30, 2020 · 6m
The central message is that Christians must guard themselves from idols, which are anything we desire more than God's will. The speaker expands this concept to include wanting anything other than what God has appointed for our lives, using Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane as an example. Practical self-examination questions—such as identifying main passions, where free time goes, what causes anxiety, and where we seek rest—are suggested to help uncover any idols in the heart.
15mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Nov 16, 2020 · 15m
The message emphasizes that achieving eternal life is impossible by human effort or adherence to commandments alone; it requires God's grace. The speaker warns against pride and self-sufficiency, urging the listener to desire wholeheartedly to fulfill God's plan. Ultimately, true life is found in accepting God's continuous work, symbolized by receiving a new heart, and prioritizing spiritual growth over earthly concerns like money or perceived accomplishments.
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.
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.
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.
17mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Purifying Ourselves to Meet Christ at His Return
Zac Poonen · Aug 24, 2020 · 17m
The central message is that Christians must actively purify themselves to be ready to meet Christ at His return. This purification involves more than just intellectual agreement; it requires diligently clearing one's conscience 24/7 by settling relationships, forgiving others, and confessing wrongs. The speaker emphasizes that while grace is powerful, believers must continually confront the 'flesh' which still serves the law of sin, striving to live entirely under the law of God's love.
10mNCCF Church
Wenhai Pan - Daniel's Concern For The Lord's Name
Wenhai Pan · Aug 17, 2020 · 10m
The speaker draws lessons from Daniel's life, emphasizing the importance of having a deep concern for the Lord's name above personal comfort or achievement. He argues that true devotion means praying for God's glory regardless of whether God will use you or if your own efforts are sufficient. The ultimate goal is to live in a way that brings glory to God, exemplified by the desire to bring Him joy, much like a child bringing a gift the parent loves.
23mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Lord Rewards His Faithful Saints
Zac Poonen · Aug 17, 2020 · 23m
The central message is that while salvation is founded solely on Christ's righteousness, believers are still accountable for how they live their lives after conversion. Just as a building needs more than just a foundation, a Christian's life must be built upon Christ through righteous works, which will ultimately be tested by fire. The speaker warns that the greatest regret in heaven will not be about salvation, but about the selfish, self-centered way one lived life while being given the opportunity to live for Christ's kingdom.
1h 2mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 10
Zac Poonen · Aug 3, 2020 · 1h 2m
The central message is that true growth in Christlikeness involves partaking of Jesus' nature, not merely imitating his life. While the Bible warns against judging others, the speaker clarifies that discernment is necessary and appropriate when one has authority, such as elders judging within the church or parents guiding their children. Ultimately, judgment must be based on the Spirit's revelation, not merely on what the eyes see or what the ears hear.
50mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - God Is Full Of Compassion Towards Us
Zac Poonen · Aug 2, 2020 · 50m
The central message is that believers should rest in the profound, compassionate love of the Heavenly Father, which is likened to a mother's unwavering care. The speaker emphasizes that this compassion is available even to those who are imperfect, struggling, or feel inadequate. Ultimately, acceptance comes not from personal perfection but from being in Christ, who provides righteousness.
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.
57mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 8
Zac Poonen · Jul 13, 2020 · 57m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian growth requires reflecting Christ's likeness through personal purity and active church participation. Specifically, the speaker warns against performing acts of piety—giving, praying, or fasting—to gain human honor, noting that such actions negate divine reward. True devotion must be done in secret, and prayer should be a simple request to God, not a lecture detailing one's needs.
55mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Fathers - Make God Your Example
Zac Poonen · Jun 22, 2020 · 55m
The central message is that Christians, especially fathers, are called to reflect God the Father through their own lives, mirroring Jesus' ministry. This requires acknowledging personal failings and humbly recognizing that even the best earthly fathers fall short compared to God's goodness. True transformation begins with confessing faults and seeking the Holy Spirit's filling to model God's love and character for our children.
56mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 5
Zac Poonen · Jun 15, 2020 · 56m
The central message is that true growth in Christlikeness requires moving beyond merely adhering to external religious rules, which is insufficient. True righteousness must exceed that of the Pharisees by addressing the inner life—thoughts, attitudes, and motives—rather than just visible actions. The speaker emphasizes that the root of sin, such as murder, is internal anger, and true obedience means cleansing the heart from anger, which is the foundation for a life built on Christ.
29mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - God Dwells With Broken Contrite People
Zac Poonen · Jun 8, 2020 · 29m
The central message is that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the church. The speaker emphasizes that the Bible is not meant merely for doctrine, but for seeing Jesus in every passage. True spiritual engagement, like the disciples' hearts burning when Jesus taught, comes from a deep passion to see Christ in Scripture, rather than just intellectual understanding.
43mNCCF Church
Santosh Poonen - What Kind Of House Will You Build For Me?
Santosh Poonen · Jun 8, 2020 · 43m
The speaker cautions against building a dwelling place for God using only human effort or mentality, referencing Acts 7:48. He argues that while Christians should strive to build their lives and church life according to the biblical pattern, these works can wither away if not sustained by God's presence. The core message is that true dwelling for God is not found in physical structures or mere adherence to rules, but in a deeper, abiding reality.
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.
51mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 3
Zac Poonen · May 25, 2020 · 51m
The central message is that true Christian growth requires a deep, constant hunger for righteousness, which the speaker defines as a heart abounding in love for all people, starting at home. The speaker warns that complacency or satisfaction with current piety is the greatest threat to spiritual growth, urging listeners to actively pursue holiness and love, just as Paul pressed toward the upward call of God.
53mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 2
Zac Poonen · May 18, 2020 · 53m
Jesus consistently preached radical discipleship, not merely to large crowds, but to those willing to follow wholeheartedly. He taught that true discipleship requires radical commitment, exemplified by passages where he spoke of hating one's own family, carrying the cross, and giving up possessions. The speaker warns that a church's growth in size is meaningless if it lacks a core of radical, wholehearted followers willing to sacrifice for the Lord.
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.
49mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Way To Growth In Christlikeness - 1
Zac Poonen · May 4, 2020 · 49m
True spiritual growth requires understanding sin not just as breaking a rule or failing to do what is known to be right, but fundamentally as coming short of the glory of God, which is defined by the life of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that this high standard means any action or word that cannot be done in the presence of Christ is sinful. To grow, one must constantly examine oneself against this standard, recognizing that compromise for worldly gain is ultimately yielding to the devil.