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11mBobby McDonald - Being Convinced Of Our Weakness
Bobby McDonald · Jul 18
28mNCCF Church Sharing - May 27, 2018
NCCF Church · May 29
57m4. Zac Poonen - Brokenness
Zac Poonen · May 13
1h 4m1. Zac Poonen - The Two Great Mysteries
Zac Poonen · May 13
53mZac Poonen - Some Essentials Of The New Covenant Life
Zac Poonen · May 2
4m 43sAaron and Sheila Ells Commit to NCCF
Aaron and Sheila Ells · Apr 2
20mJeremy Utley - Weeding Out All Bitterness Until We’re As Gentle As Jesus
Jeremy Utley · Mar 21
12mNCCF Church Sharing - November 12, 2017
NCCF Church · Nov 16
20mNCCF Church Sharing - November 5, 2017
NCCF Church · Nov 10
28mNCCF Church Sharing - October 1, 2017
NCCF Church · Oct 6
17mJeremy Utley - Many Who Are First Will Be Last
Jeremy Utley · Sep 27
42mBr Prabhakar - Secret Of Jesus's Humility
Prabhakar · May 5
17mJeremy Utley - Eliminating Jealousy From Our Christian Service
Jeremy Utley · Feb 27
7mBobby McDonald - Encouragement For Those Who Feel Inferior
Bobby McDonald · Feb 16
13mNCCF Church Sharing - January 29, 2017
NCCF Church · Feb 3
10mBobby McDonald - Obedience And Motive
Bobby McDonald · Jan 14
19mNCCF Church Sharing - Dec 11, 2016
NCCF Church · Dec 13
8mNCCF Church Sharing - Dec 4, 2016
NCCF Church · Dec 7
18mJeremy Utley - Growing To Maturity As Children Of God
Jeremy Utley · Nov 7
19mNCCF Church Sharing - Oct 16, 2016
NCCF Church · Oct 17
32mJeremy Utley - The Sin Of Needlessness
Jeremy Utley · Oct 10
12mJeremy Utley - If You Give Advice, Look Out!
Jeremy Utley · Sep 5
19mBobby McDonald - Coming To the End Of Our Self Confidence
Bobby McDonald · Jul 5
11mBobby McDonald - Our Father Is Compassionate And Mindful That We Are But Dust
Bobby McDonald · Jun 22
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.
11mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Being Convinced Of Our Weakness
Bobby McDonald · Jul 18, 2018 · 11m
The central message is that true spiritual strength and growth come not from personal effort, but from acknowledging one's own weakness and dependence on God. The speaker uses scripture, particularly 2 Corinthians 12:9, to illustrate that God's power is perfected in weakness. He emphasizes that self-reliance is futile, comparing it to an impossible perpetual motion machine, and that genuine transformation requires experiencing failure until one admits inability.
28mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - May 27, 2018
CFC Messages · May 29, 2018 · 28m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian life requires profound brokenness before God, acknowledging that nothing is possible apart from Him. The speaker draws parallels from the loaves and fishes and Moses's inability to speak to illustrate that one must surrender everything and let God break their will. Furthermore, the sermon stresses the necessity of being quick to forgive others and quick to ask for forgiveness, mirroring Jesus washing the disciples' feet as an example of humble service.
57mNCCF Church
4. Zac Poonen - Brokenness
Zac Poonen · May 13, 2018 · 57m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian fellowship, symbolized by the breaking of bread, requires more than mere ritualistic obedience; it demands deep understanding. He argues that brokenness—the breaking of self-importance and ego—is crucial because it allows the power of God to be released, much like the loaves multiplied or the perfume was released. Ultimately, being broken is necessary to participate fully in the fellowship of Christ and to be used mightily by God.
1h 4mNCCF Church
1. Zac Poonen - The Two Great Mysteries
Zac Poonen · May 13, 2018 · 1h 4m
True understanding of God's mysteries comes not from mere study or intellect, but through the revelation of the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that humility is crucial, as pride prevents us from grasping God's deeper truths. He illustrates this by comparing Jesus' ultimate humility—washing the disciples' feet—to the nature of God the Father, suggesting that true discipleship mirrors this lowliness.
53mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Some Essentials Of The New Covenant Life
Zac Poonen · May 2, 2018 · 53m
The speaker emphasizes that the core goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning within the local church. He discusses the profound justice demonstrated by God on the cross, noting that Jesus paid the infinite price for sin's eternal separation from God. Furthermore, he argues that true faith is not difficult to achieve, citing the example of the humble Roman centurion, whose faith was rooted in humility, which is the necessary counterpart to faith.
4m 43sNCCF Church
Aaron and Sheila Ells Commit to NCCF
Aaron and Sheila Ells · Apr 2, 2018 · 4m 43s
Aaron and Sheila Ells share their commitment to the church, emphasizing that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus Christ both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. They cite God's proactive love and patience as leading to repentance, and they are drawn to the church's emphasis on loving God and living out Christ-like humility. They express a desire to grow in their relationship with God and serve Him out of love.
20mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Weeding Out All Bitterness Until We’re As Gentle As Jesus
Jeremy Utley · Mar 21, 2018 · 20m
The central message is the necessity of actively rooting out bitterness to become a reflection of Jesus' gentleness and humility. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual growth involves moving away from self-condemnation and instead focusing on receiving rest and grace from God. He warns that bitterness, like a weed, can spread and defile not only the individual but also those in their community.
12mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - November 12, 2017
CFC Messages · Nov 16, 2017 · 12m
The central message emphasizes that Christian growth requires becoming an exact reflection of Jesus, both individually through purity and corporately within the church. The speaker draws heavily on Paul's life to illustrate that true humility, which allows God to display His power, is found not in personal achievement but in acknowledging one's weakness. He advises believers to approach God's presence with gratitude and worship, focusing on God's glory rather than bringing a 'laundry list' of personal needs.
20mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - November 5, 2017
CFC Messages · Nov 10, 2017 · 20m
The speaker shares observations about people who exhibit spiritual growth, noting that they are humble, eager to learn the Bible, and willing to confess difficult sins. He encourages the listener to emulate this by remaining humble, giving all resources to God, and being willing to be broken by the Lord. The message emphasizes trusting God's provision and strength, comparing it to flying above a storm rather than being caught in it.
28mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - October 1, 2017
CFC Messages · Oct 6, 2017 · 28m
The central message encourages Christians to strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. The speaker draws lessons from Job, emphasizing unwavering worship and dependence on God, even amidst suffering. He concludes by urging the congregation to live lives characterized by humility, love, and obedience to God's will, recognizing that God's kindness leads to repentance.
17mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Many Who Are First Will Be Last
Jeremy Utley · Sep 27, 2017 · 17m
The sermon warns against two dangerous attitudes in the Christian life: believing God doesn't love you, and conversely, believing you deserve favor because of your longevity or effort. Drawing from the parable of the laborers in the vineyard, the speaker emphasizes that those who are established in faith can become complacent, thinking they deserve more reward than others. The central message is to remain humble and recognize that God's grace is freely given, regardless of how long one has been following Him.
42mNCCF Church
transcribingBr Prabhakar - Secret Of Jesus's Humility
Prabhakar · May 5, 2017 · 42m
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This transformation is achieved both individually through cultivating purity in one's personal life and corporately by functioning fully within the local church.
17mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Eliminating Jealousy From Our Christian Service
Jeremy Utley · Feb 27, 2017 · 17m
The speaker discusses spiritual pride, identifying jealousy as an early indicator of this deeper sin. He explains that jealousy, especially regarding another's ministry or gifts, stems from the underlying assumption of personal worthiness and deservingness. True Christian unity, exemplified by the body of Christ, requires abandoning this spirit of competition and instead appreciating the unique role God has given to every member.
7mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Encouragement For Those Who Feel Inferior
Bobby McDonald · Feb 16, 2017 · 7m
The central message is that Christians should not become discouraged by comparing themselves to others who seem more advanced in their walk with God. Instead, believers must anchor themselves in the truth that God is love, which washes away feelings of inadequacy and comparison. True spiritual growth comes from continually receiving revelation of God's unconditional love, rather than striving to meet the standards set by others.
13mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - January 29, 2017
CFC Messages · Feb 3, 2017 · 13m
The central message is that Christian life requires becoming an exact reflection of Jesus through individual purity and corporate church participation. The speaker emphasizes dwelling on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and good, recognizing that Jesus embodies these qualities. A key theme is the necessity of constant self-examination and humility, constantly bringing thoughts captive to Christ's obedience in preparation for the judgment seat of Christ.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Obedience And Motive
Bobby McDonald · Jan 14, 2017 · 10m
The central message is that true Christian devotion requires both obedience to God's commands and the correct motive, which is loving God with all one's heart. The speaker uses the example of the Pharisees to illustrate that merely following rules without genuine love and humility is worthless. Ultimately, following Christ means desiring to do God's will because of love, not for self-glorification or religious performance.
19mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Dec 11, 2016
CFC Messages · Dec 13, 2016 · 19m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian goal is to reflect Jesus Christ, which requires both personal purity and active participation in the local church. He draws lessons from Jeremiah 31 regarding God's rebuilding promise, noting that rebuilding requires removing the 'dry rot' of pride. The message concludes by focusing on bearing fruit for God, comparing a fruitful life to a private, protected rock garden, and referencing Paul's willingness to count all earthly gains as worthless compared to knowing Christ.
8mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Dec 4, 2016
CFC Messages · Dec 7, 2016 · 8m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian goal is to reflect Jesus Christ, which requires both personal purity and active participation in the local church. Key themes include the necessity of constant repentance and humility, drawing lessons from Philippians 2 regarding putting others before oneself. Furthermore, the message stresses that true commitment to Christ must be maintained even when external accountability, like church meetings or mentors, is removed.
18mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Growing To Maturity As Children Of God
Jeremy Utley · Nov 7, 2016 · 18m
True maturity in the Christian life progresses beyond simply being a son or daughter, or even being a soldier for Christ, to embracing the heart of a servant. The speaker distinguishes between a 'service mindset,' which focuses on activity and checking off tasks, and a 'servant heart,' which is a continuous, voluntary position of lowliness. This servant heart is demonstrated by proactively seeking out tasks that others avoid, making it a constant determination of mind rather than just an act of service.
19mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Oct 16, 2016
CFC Messages · Oct 17, 2016 · 19m
The message emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. The speaker draws lessons from scripture, warning against the stubbornness of an animal and highlighting that God opposes pride, giving grace instead to the humble. True faith requires a humble heart willing to follow God's direction, even when it is difficult.
32mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Sin Of Needlessness
Jeremy Utley · Oct 10, 2016 · 32m
The speaker emphasizes that Christians must maintain a constant sense of needfulness, praying with urgency both in times of abundance and times of need. He draws parallels from Jesus's experience in Gethsemane, noting that spiritual willingness is insufficient without persistent prayer. Ultimately, feeling spiritually needy is a blessing that keeps one reliant on God, whereas assuming self-sufficiency leads to spiritual danger.
12mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - If You Give Advice, Look Out!
Jeremy Utley · Sep 5, 2016 · 12m
The central message is a warning to be extremely careful when giving advice or when feeling spiritually elevated, emphasizing the need to constantly look inward. The speaker draws from scripture to caution that even those who feel mature enough to guide others are susceptible to falling, and the best way to help others is by first diligently examining and cleansing one's own heart. This principle of self-examination applies not only to giving advice or judging others but also to one's own spiritual walk within the church.
19mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Coming To the End Of Our Self Confidence
Bobby McDonald · Jul 5, 2016 · 19m
The central message is that true Christian wisdom requires humility, contrasting the tendency to rely on clever reasoning with the need to approach God's Word like a child. The speaker emphasizes that when our minds become elevated or prideful, we must become foolish to realize our dependence on God. He also highlighted that true strength comes after reaching a point of utter dependence, as exemplified by Peter.
11mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Our Father Is Compassionate And Mindful That We Are But Dust
Bobby McDonald · Jun 22, 2016 · 11m
The central message is that our true identity and self-worth are found not in our own efforts or rights, but in our relationship with a compassionate Father who knows we are merely dust. The speaker uses the analogy of a piece of dust to illustrate that we must surrender our ego and rights, finding peace in Christ's finished work rather than in our own performance. This realization frees us from the burden of trying to earn God's favor.