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17mJeremy Utley - A Heart Like Hanani
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12
5mNCCF Church Sharing - September 3, 2017
NCCF Church · Sep 12
13mBobby McDonald - Taking Action On God's Word
Bobby McDonald · Jun 28
21mNCCF Church Sharing - May 28, 2017
NCCF Church · May 29
24mBobby McDonald - In Evil Be Infants
Bobby McDonald · May 6
19mJeremy Utley - Beware Of Familiarity With The Things Of God
Jeremy Utley · Mar 13
8mBobby McDonald - Faith Is My Opinion Of God And His Character
Bobby McDonald · Feb 27
27mNCCF Church Sharing - February 5, 2017
NCCF Church · Feb 9
14mJeremy Utley - How To Maintain Simple And Pure Devotion To Christ
Jeremy Utley · Dec 13
9mBobby McDonald - We Reap What We Sow
Bobby McDonald · Sep 19
31mJeremy Utley - Encouragement For Those Seeking God's Will
Jeremy Utley · Aug 15
4m 37sNCCF Church Sharing - July 17, 2016
NCCF Church · Jul 18
58m6. Question Answer Session Part-1 By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 8
8mBobby McDonald - Slow To Speak, Quick To Listen To God
Bobby McDonald · Apr 11
17mJeremy Utley - Maintain God's Promised Rest By Obedience
Jeremy Utley · Apr 11
11mNCCF Church Sharing - March 20th 2016
NCCF Church · Mar 25
7mBobby McDonald - Reading God's Word Carefully
Bobby McDonald · Mar 21
15mJeremy Utley - They Tried Me, Though They Saw My Works
Jeremy Utley · Mar 8
2m 41sNCCF Church Sharing - Feb 28th 2016
NCCF Church · Mar 1
11mBobby McDonald - Devoting Ourselves To God's Word
Bobby McDonald · Feb 22
7mBobby McDonald - He Has Not Dealt With Us According To Our Iniquities
Bobby McDonald · Feb 8
5mBobby McDonald - Obey God And Leave The Consequences To Him
Bobby McDonald · Jan 26
11mJeremy Utley - Perfection From A Stiff Neck
Jeremy Utley · Nov 17
9mJeremy Utley - Faith greater than a set of rules
Jeremy Utley · Nov 2
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.
17mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - A Heart Like Hanani
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12, 2017 · 17m
The speaker draws parallels between Nehemiah's zeal and the need for a higher perspective, arguing that true success is measured against God's ultimate plan rather than current improvements. He emphasizes that the goal for Christians is to be holy, citing 1 Peter 1:16, and stresses that this command to be holy is underpinned by the promise that God will make us holy because He is holy.
5mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - September 3, 2017
CFC Messages · Sep 12, 2017 · 5m
The speaker emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus Christ, both individually through purity and corporately within the church. He uses the analogy of a dried-up river to warn against depending on external sources—like people or media—for spiritual sustenance. True, lasting spiritual flow must come directly from the Lord, requiring constant focus on God's Word and presence.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Taking Action On God's Word
Bobby McDonald · Jun 28, 2017 · 13m
The central message is that Christian life is a call to action, emphasizing that hearing God's word requires corresponding action to be truly transformative. The speaker draws from the example of Peter being roused by an angel and the wisdom of building a house on the rock, stressing that merely feeling nourished by teaching is insufficient; one must have an intention to actively apply what is heard. This commitment to action is what allows believers to live a life that reflects Christ.
21mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - May 28, 2017
CFC Messages · May 29, 2017 · 21m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian goal is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. He stresses the need to rely on God's faithfulness and strength, recognizing that personal efforts are insufficient. Furthermore, he highlights the importance of diligently studying and meditating on scripture, drawing confidence from Jesus' authority and God's ultimate control over all circumstances.
24mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - In Evil Be Infants
Bobby McDonald · May 6, 2017 · 24m
Jesus rejoiced not over the power to cast out demons, but over the fact that God revealed Himself to
19mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Beware Of Familiarity With The Things Of God
Jeremy Utley · Mar 13, 2017 · 19m
The sermon warns against the danger of becoming overly familiar with the things of God, citing examples from Leviticus, 1 Samuel, and Samuel 8 where religious leaders failed due to familiarity. The speaker cautions that routine and ritualistic observance, if not accompanied by genuine devotion, can lead to contempt and dull the spiritual fire. True devotion requires guarding against mere familiarity to maintain reverence for God's presence.
8mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Faith Is My Opinion Of God And His Character
Bobby McDonald · Feb 27, 2017 · 8m
The central message is that true faith is defined by having a high opinion of God, viewing Him as greater than anything in the world. The speaker emphasizes that our faith is revealed by our response to God's Word; small faith reflects a small opinion of God. He urges listeners to believe that God is eager to give good things and to always see Him as all-powerful, avoiding the pitfall of thinking He is stingy.
27mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - February 5, 2017
CFC Messages · Feb 9, 2017 · 27m
The speaker uses analogies from basketball and an orchestra to illustrate that in times of high stakes, the best action is to yield completely to a higher authority, like a coach or conductor. This leads to the conclusion that when Christ returns, the most important thing is to be attentive and yield to God's word. The message emphasizes taking refuge in God's flawless word rather than relying on personal strength, and the church is presented as a place of healing and spiritual discipline.
14mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - How To Maintain Simple And Pure Devotion To Christ
Jeremy Utley · Dec 13, 2016 · 14m
To maintain pure devotion to Christ, one must actively guard against doubts regarding God's good intentions, which the devil exploits by making us question God's love. This requires renewing the mind by immersing oneself in Scripture, using God's Word as a 'bit' to rein in emotional doubts and affirm God's consistent, loving will. Furthermore, spiritual readiness requires actively applying teachings from church meetings to avoid spiritual 'NSF' charges when trials come.
9mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - We Reap What We Sow
Bobby McDonald · Sep 19, 2016 · 9m
The sermon emphasizes the principle of sowing and reaping, advising that what we consciously feed our minds will eventually manifest in our lives. To cultivate a life reflecting Christ, we must guard our hearts by controlling the input to our minds, avoiding negative sources like gossip or excessive focus on materialism. True transformation comes when the truth of God's Word is sown into a heart that receives it with faith, leading to a good harvest.
31mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Encouragement For Those Seeking God's Will
Jeremy Utley · Aug 15, 2016 · 31m
The speaker encourages those seeking God's will by emphasizing that believers can know what God desires for them, rather than wandering in spiritual darkness. He cites scripture, particularly Isaiah 30:21, assuring listeners they will hear God's direction. Furthermore, he advises trusting God completely, acknowledging Him in all ways, and being transformed by renewing one's mind according to God's will.
4m 37sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - July 17, 2016
CFC Messages · Jul 18, 2016 · 4m 37s
The speaker emphasizes the critical difference between possessing Bible knowledge in the head versus having it deeply rooted in the heart, which leads to genuine reality in life. He encourages the audience to move beyond mere intellectual agreement to actively desiring and living out God's will, using the analogy of learning a physical skill. Furthermore, he shares that understanding the Church as the Bride of Christ promotes mercy and acceptance of others' flaws because all believers are deeply loved and complete in Christ.
58mNCCF Church
6. Question Answer Session Part-1 By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 8, 2016 · 58m
The speaker addresses several questions, emphasizing that overcoming negative thoughts requires renewing the mind by consistently reading and meditating on the Bible, as this focuses one on God's interests. He stresses that true Christian life begins with a genuine new birth, evidenced by a desire not to sin again, and that the test of faith is not falling into sin, but the immediate reaction to it. Finally, he advises that in matters of conviction within a home, one should practice giving freedom, as Christian discipleship is never forced.
8mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Slow To Speak, Quick To Listen To God
Bobby McDonald · Apr 11, 2016 · 8m
The central message is the necessity of being quick to listen to God and slow to speak, drawing from James 1:19. The speaker emphasizes that this principle applies to everything, from conversations and emails to major life decisions, suggesting that true wisdom comes from pausing to hear God's will. Ultimately, a listening heart is one that is always ready to do God's will, which is sustained by dwelling in God's Word.
17mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Maintain God's Promised Rest By Obedience
Jeremy Utley · Apr 11, 2016 · 17m
The central message is that God's promised rest is not automatically permanent; it must be actively maintained through diligent obedience. Drawing from Joshua 23, the speaker argues that while God can deliver believers from known enemies, they must remain vigilant in obeying God's commandments to avoid being ensnared by worldly compromises. Maintaining this rest requires constant faithfulness to God's ways.
11mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 20th 2016
CFC Messages · Mar 25, 2016 · 11m
The speaker encourages diligence in knowing Scripture, citing examples of memorization and reading as spiritual disciplines. He warns against relying on personal strength or fleshly decisions, urging believers to be prudent and avoid giving opportunities to sin. The message concludes with a call to give oneself fully to God, mirroring the Macedonian church's example of giving first of all.
7mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Reading God's Word Carefully
Bobby McDonald · Mar 21, 2016 · 7m
The speaker emphasizes the necessity of reading the Bible deeply and carefully rather than skimming the surface. He uses the example of studying Ephesians 6:4 to show how deeper study revealed richer meaning regarding parenting. Ultimately, the message stresses that true understanding comes not from reading the most, but from meditating deeply on God's Word to draw out its sweetest and most profitable truths.
15mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - They Tried Me, Though They Saw My Works
Jeremy Utley · Mar 8, 2016 · 15m
The central message is that having witnessed God's miraculous work in our lives should lead to unwavering confidence and a refusal to doubt Him when facing new challenges. Drawing from David's account in Psalm 95, the speaker warns against hardening our hearts by grumbling or questioning God's presence, even after experiencing His provision. The goal is to maintain faith and trust in God's purpose, regardless of current circumstances.
2m 41sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Feb 28th 2016
CFC Messages · Mar 1, 2016 · 2m 41s
The central message is that approaching God requires believing everything Scripture says about Him, as per Hebrews 11:6. The speaker warns against selectively believing God's attributes, comparing it to a liar giving testimony. True faith means accepting that God is everything He claims to be in Scripture, which provides a solid foundation for prayer.
11mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Devoting Ourselves To God's Word
Bobby McDonald · Feb 22, 2016 · 11m
The central message is the necessity of devoting oneself completely to God's Word, going beyond mere study to a deep, personal devotion. The speaker emphasizes that true devotion involves a desire to live out what is learned, focusing on the quality of time spent meditating on Scripture for personal transformation rather than just accumulating knowledge. This devotion is presented as essential for spiritual growth and bearing witness to Christ.
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.
5mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Obey God And Leave The Consequences To Him
Bobby McDonald · Jan 26, 2016 · 5m
The central message is that Christians should prioritize seeking and doing God's will in every aspect of life, even if the outcome is imperfect. The speaker emphasizes that approaching God with a surrendered attitude—asking, "Lord, what is your will?"—is what pleases Him, regardless of personal mistakes. This principle is supported by examples from Israel's history and scripture, encouraging believers to live for God's glory in all things.
11mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Perfection From A Stiff Neck
Jeremy Utley · Nov 17, 2015 · 11m
The central message is that Christians must avoid having 'stiff necks' or hard hearts by actively listening to and obeying God's commands, and by remembering God's past wondrous deeds. The speaker emphasizes that refusing to listen is not merely hearing but failing to obey, and that remembering God's faithfulness is demonstrated when facing future uncertainty. He suggests meditating on God's works and sharing stories of His goodness to keep hearts soft and receptive.
9mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Faith greater than a set of rules
Jeremy Utley · Nov 2, 2015 · 9m
The central message is that Christian faith must not be reduced to a set of rules or what one can or cannot do. The speaker argues that true dependence on God comes from listening to His word and treasuring Him, rather than adhering strictly to religious practices or rules, even those given by God like the Law. He uses examples from the Old Testament (Zechariah 7) and the Pharisees to illustrate how focusing on minor rules can lead to spiritual hardening and neglect of what truly matters.