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13mBobby McDonald - Living Carefully
Bobby McDonald · Oct 31
1m 53sNCCF Church Sharing - Sept 11, 2016
NCCF Church · Sep 15
7mNCCF Church Sharing - Aug 07, 2016
NCCF Church · Aug 8
13mBobby McDonald - Sorrow Over Sin, Fellowship With God
Bobby McDonald · Aug 8
33m3. Justification And Sanctification By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 26
21mBobby McDonald - Examining Ourselves To See If We Are In The Faith
Bobby McDonald · Jun 2
10mJeremy Utley - Put Away All Bitterness
Jeremy Utley · Apr 3
13mJeremy Utley - Before You Come To Jesus, Go
Jeremy Utley · Mar 14
10mNCCF Church Sharing - 21st February 2016
NCCF Church · Feb 22
14mBobby McDonald - It's Only In Your Will That I Am Free
Bobby McDonald · Jan 6
6mBobby McDonald - Repenting Of Unbelief
Bobby McDonald · Dec 15
21mJeremy Utley - Mourning over the "small sins"
Jeremy Utley · Oct 19
8mNCCF Church Sharing - September 06, 2015
NCCF Church · Sep 14
8mJeremy Utley - Repentance without Regret
Jeremy Utley · Jul 19
18mBobby McDonald - Praising the Lord all the time
Bobby McDonald · Jun 29
9mZac Poonen - Baptism
Zac Poonen · Jun 22
1m 40sSharon's Testimony
Sharon · Jun 22
34mNCCF Church Sharing - March 29, 2015
NCCF Church · Mar 30
42mNCCF Church Sharing - February 02, 2015
NCCF Church · Feb 2
11mJeremy Utley - Philippians 3:19
Jeremy Utley · Oct 13
15mBobby McDonald - Pursue righteousness
Bobby McDonald · Sep 1
51mNCCF - Sharing Time - Jan. 26, 2014
NCCF Church · Jan 29
33mNCCF Sunday Service
NCCF Church · Nov 22
1h 16mNCCF Prophesy Time
NCCF Church · Nov 6
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.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Living Carefully
Bobby McDonald · Oct 31, 2016 · 13m
The central message is the necessity of taking God's whispers and convictions seriously, rather than ignoring them like burying one's head in the sand. The speaker emphasizes that godly people are characterized by carefulness in all areas—words, actions, thoughts, and relationships—and are quick to obey God's gentle guidance. True devotion involves a deep fear of God, which manifests as a willingness to immediately repent and act upon His word.
1m 53sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Sept 11, 2016
CFC Messages · Sep 15, 2016 · 1m 53s
The message centers on the importance of forgiveness, drawing parallels from the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant in Matthew 18. The speaker emphasizes that just as he was repeatedly forgiven by God for his own debts, he must remember this grace. Therefore, he urges the congregation to be thankful to God for his forgiveness and to extend that same measure of forgiveness to others.
7mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Aug 07, 2016
CFC Messages · Aug 8, 2016 · 7m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian life requires becoming an exact reflection of Jesus, achieved through personal purity and functioning within the local church. He stresses that true faith is not based on feeling but on confidently claiming God's promises by fulfilling the necessary conditions, such as repenting and asking for the Holy Spirit with simple sincerity. Furthermore, he warns against spiritual idols—such as lust, greed, and envy—which cause us to forfeit God's grace.
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.
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.
21mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Examining Ourselves To See If We Are In The Faith
Bobby McDonald · Jun 2, 2016 · 21m
The central message is the necessity for Christians to regularly examine themselves to ensure their faith is genuine, regardless of how long they have been in the church. True spiritual growth is proven not by tenure, but by observable inner changes in humility, gratitude, and fellowship. The speaker emphasizes that examining one's life against God's Word, like comparing colored toothbrushes in dim light, reveals areas of sin or spiritual blindness that must be addressed.
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.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Before You Come To Jesus, Go
Jeremy Utley · Mar 14, 2016 · 13m
The central message is derived from Matthew 5:23, urging believers to reconcile with anyone who has an issue with them *before* presenting any offering or dedicating themselves to God. The speaker emphasizes that the first step in spiritual dedication is reconciliation, not the act of worship itself. He warns against the flesh's tendency to self-defend or rationalize conviction, encouraging instead the humble submission of 'let it be according to your will.'
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.
14mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - It's Only In Your Will That I Am Free
Bobby McDonald · Jan 6, 2016 · 14m
The speaker emphasizes that true freedom and rest are found only in aligning oneself with God's will. He draws parallels between spiritual freedom and physical restitution, using the example of Zacchaeus, who not only apologized for his sins but also made amends. Ultimately, maintaining a clean conscience by walking in the light is necessary to experience the cleansing power of Christ and find peace.
6mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Repenting Of Unbelief
Bobby McDonald · Dec 15, 2015 · 6m
The speaker emphasizes the seriousness of unbelief, noting that it is the root of many sins like complaining, fear, and doubt, which essentially communicate a lack of trust in God. He urges listeners to repent wholeheartedly from this unbelief by cultivating an eager, expectant faith, much like those who anticipate the return of Christ and the heavenly city described in Hebrews 11.
21mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Mourning over the "small sins"
Jeremy Utley · Oct 19, 2015 · 21m
The speaker emphasizes that Christian life requires a commitment to pleasing God, which involves both cleansing ourselves of sin and restoring what has been neglected. Drawing from 2 Chronicles 29, he suggests that true worship requires us to invite Jesus, the High Priest, into our hearts to clean out all uncleanness. Furthermore, he stresses the importance of mourning over even 'small sins,' noting that this brokenheartedness is necessary to fully experience God's comfort and ministry.
8mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - September 06, 2015
CFC Messages · Sep 14, 2015 · 8m
The speaker reflects on the parable of the vineyard owner, drawing parallels to Romans 5, and emphasizes that the ultimate goal of Christian living is not personal gain or the accumulation of spiritual gifts, but delighting in giving all glory, honor, and praise to God. A second reflection details a personal failure in parenting, where the speaker realized God corrected her by showing her a better, more loving way to respond, illustrating God's gentle guidance toward repentance and better discipleship.
8mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Repentance without Regret
Jeremy Utley · Jul 19, 2015 · 8m
The sermon explores the concept of 'repentance without regret,' drawing from 2 Corinthians 7, which teaches that sorrow according to God's will produces repentance that does not lead to regret. The speaker emphasizes that sin's revelation is necessary for repentance, and the true measure of handling sin is not the sin itself, but the subsequent response—taking it seriously and coming to God. Furthermore, the message advises that gentleness must be practiced by remembering God's own kindness toward us and by actively seeking the Holy Spirit's help in every interaction.
18mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Praising the Lord all the time
Bobby McDonald · Jun 29, 2015 · 18m
The central message encourages Christians to strive to be 'hundred-fold' in their devotion to Jesus, drawing lessons from the Bible. The speaker emphasizes that true growth involves deep self-conviction, exemplified by David's repentance after sinning, and maintaining humility by owning one's own faults rather than blaming others. Furthermore, he advises praising God constantly by focusing on the blessings already received, rather than dwelling only on current lacks.
9mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Baptism
Zac Poonen · Jun 22, 2015 · 9m
The core message of baptism is that it is primarily an act of obedience to God's Word, rather than requiring full intellectual understanding. The speaker emphasizes that baptism symbolizes a burial with Christ's death and a resurrection into a new life. This new life means having a desire not to sin again, representing a fundamental change in attitude, like a cat jumping out of dirty water.
1m 40sNCCF Church
Sharon's Testimony
Sharon · Jun 22, 2015 · 1m 40s
Sharon shares her testimony of coming to faith, detailing how her conviction of sin grew in high school. She realized her need for Jesus after hearing Romans 3:23 and repented, accepting Jesus into her heart. She was encouraged by her church mentors and understood baptism as an act of obedience and public confession of her faith.
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.
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.
11mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Philippians 3:19
Jeremy Utley · Oct 13, 2014 · 11m
The speaker reflects on Philippians 3:19, focusing on the warning against those whose god is their appetite, drawing a parallel to the Israelites grumbling for food in the wilderness. Ultimately, the message shifts from deep textual analysis to a plea for self-examination, emphasizing that the most crucial spiritual need is for God to reveal the true state of one's heart, rather than mastering complex theological interpretations.
15mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Pursue righteousness
Bobby McDonald · Sep 1, 2014 · 15m
Pursuing righteousness means living in a way that reflects Christ, which requires two main actions: dying to self and practicing genuine repentance. True righteousness comes from Christ, meaning we must be willing to deny ourselves in all situations, regardless of our circumstances. Furthermore, genuine repentance involves a deep, regretful sorrow over sin, leading to a desire to change future actions, rather than just saying sorry after the fact.
51mNCCF Church
NCCF - Sharing Time - Jan. 26, 2014
CFC Messages · Jan 29, 2014 · 51m
The speaker shares an anecdote about a humble man who waited patiently outside a closed door to listen to a message, illustrating God's care for those who seek Him even when access is difficult. He then reflects on the crucifixion narrative, emphasizing that salvation is a pure gift of grace, as demonstrated by one criminal who repented at the last moment. The core message is that salvation is unearned and requires a soft heart receptive to the Holy Spirit's work.
33mNCCF Church
NCCF Sunday Service
CFC Messages · Nov 22, 2013 · 33m
The sermon emphasizes that true spiritual understanding comes by turning from sin and asking the Holy Spirit for knowledge, rather than trying to deduce it through human logic. It stresses the importance of confessing faith both in the heart and outwardly with the mouth, as this vocal declaration pleases God. The speaker encourages the congregation to speak out their faith publicly, as this not only defeats the devil but also builds personal spiritual strength and humility.
1h 16mNCCF Church
NCCF Prophesy Time
CFC Messages · Nov 6, 2013 · 1h 16m
The message emphasizes that true wisdom comes from God and is characterized by purity, peaceableness, gentleness, and lack of hypocrisy. The starting point for gaining this wisdom is fearing the Lord, which involves hating sin, especially pride and self-righteousness. Ultimately, wisdom is received when an individual turns to God's reproof, leading to obedience and a continuous process of learning and growth.