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30mZac Poonen · Nov 10
18mJeremy Utley · May 6
13mBobby McDonald · Jul 20
23mBobby McDonald · Feb 13
21mNCCF Church · May 28
59mZac Poonen · Mar 10
15mNCCF Church · Oct 30
28mZac Poonen · May 23
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21mZac Poonen · Mar 8
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29mJeremy Utley · Mar 10
49mZac Poonen · Jun 9
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21mNCCF Church · May 29
32mNCCF Church · Mar 2
14mNCCF Church · Sep 26
21mJeremy Utley · Jul 18
28mZac Poonen · May 10
13mBobby McDonald · Apr 12
9mNCCF Church · Jan 16
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8mNCCF Church · Sep 14
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Zac Poonen · Nov 10, 2025 · 30m · NCCF Church
In this second sermon on the Sermon on the Mount, Zac Poonen contrasts the earthly kingdom promised in the Old Testament with the heavenly kingdom of God taught by Jesus. He emphasizes that true repentance means turning away from seeking worldly prosperity and blessing, and instead prioritizing righteousness, peace, and joy through the Holy Spirit—the actual definition of God's kingdom. The sermon calls Christians to examine whether they are primarily seeking earthly advantages or the kingdom of heaven, establishing that the gospel of the kingdom is fundamentally about spiritual transformation rather than material blessing.
Jeremy Utley · May 6, 2019 · 18m · NCCF Church
The central message is that God's promises and restoration are available even to those who feel undeserving or are in a state of spiritual desolation. Drawing from Ezekiel 33, Isaiah 54, and Ezekiel 37, the speaker emphasizes that God does not take pleasure in the death of the wicked but desires their return to righteousness. He encourages the audience to believe God's word over their current feelings of lack or impossibility.
Bobby McDonald · Jul 20, 2017 · 13m · NCCF Church
The central message is to not faint or despair when experiencing the Lord's discipline or conviction. The speaker draws from Hebrews 12:5, emphasizing that such discipline comes from a Father's love because God desires our improvement. He compares this process to slow, persistent progress, urging believers to maintain endurance through conviction rather than giving up due to discouragement.
Bobby McDonald · Feb 13, 2023 · 23m · NCCF Church
The central message is that true Christian living requires confessing God's Word rather than relying on feelings, and that endurance comes from trusting God's sovereignty in all circumstances. The speaker addresses two major sources of anxiety: dwelling on past regrets, which is overcome by acknowledging God's ultimate control, and fearing the unknown future, which requires continued reliance on scripture.
CFC Messages · May 28, 2019 · 21m · NCCF Church
The speaker discusses three responses to life's 'mountains' or challenges: unbelief, relying on personal strength, or trusting in God's supplied strength. He emphasizes that the true response of faith is to declare that he can overcome any obstacle not by might, but by the Spirit, citing Zechariah 4. The core message is that believers are more than conquerors because they rely on God's grace and strength, which is sufficient even in weakness.
Zac Poonen · Mar 10, 2020 · 59m · NCCF Church
but my body will be redeemed only when Christ comes we read in Philippians chapter 3 you know if you compare scripture scripture you can never go astray and you live in a world of reality instead of living in a world of
CFC Messages · Oct 30, 2017 · 15m · NCCF Church
The speaker emphasizes that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus, both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. Drawing from Psalm 139, the central message is that God has a specific, pre-ordained plan for every aspect of our lives, not just our major life events. He encourages the audience to diligently seek God's will for both their entire lives and for each coming day.
Zac Poonen · May 23, 2022 · 28m · NCCF Church
if you are eager to see this division between soul and spirit you can come there but if you're too lazy to study the scriptures and too lazy to try and understand you live the same substandard life that you've been living so long
CFC Messages · Feb 9, 2016 · 17m · NCCF Church
jesus more than i do and it usually comes out in circumstances i'm helping them come through or even myself so the scripture in first Timothy chapter 1 so first Timothy 1 15 and 16 says it is a trustworthy statement
CFC Messages · Oct 23, 2023 · 9m · NCCF Church
nutrition the other nutrition that I can miss is the life of Jesus uh in John 539 uh Jesus says you search the scriptures because you think in them is eternal life but uh it is these that speak of me and you are unwilling to
Zac Poonen · Mar 8, 2021 · 21m · NCCF Church
in the new covenant especially there's a great emphasis placed on the way we bring up our children it's not that it was ignored in the old covenant let me just share a few passages of scripture with you in 1 samuel and chapter 3
CFC Messages · Apr 22, 2017 · 12m · NCCF Church
The speaker encourages the audience to pursue holiness, drawing parallels from Leviticus and the calling of God's people. He emphasizes that being holy is a necessary response to the tremendous privilege of being God's children, comparing it to dressing appropriately for a king's palace. The message concludes with a warning to remain vigilant in the church, as true character is revealed during times of trial, not just during times of fellowship.
Jeremy Utley · Mar 10, 2025 · 29m · NCCF Church
Jeremy Utley teaches that Christians must surrender everything to God in order to experience His love and make a way for Him through the wildernesses of their lives. Beginning with the assurance that Jesus has fully paid the penalty for all our sins (Isaiah 40:1-2), believers are commanded to prepare a straight path for the Lord by clearing away the obstacles of the flesh and self-centeredness so that His glory can be displayed through our transformed lives (Isaiah 40:3-5).
Zac Poonen · Jun 9, 2026 · 49m · NCCF Church
verse, see the whole context and then you'll understand. Not of works, verse 9, unto works, verse 10, not of works, but for good works. That's the balance. The pro problem with many many people who read the scriptures is they don't read the
CFC Messages · Feb 8, 2022 · 6m · NCCF Church
The sermon emphasizes the danger of gradually forsaking the Lord, even after experiencing great blessings or victories. The speaker draws from 2 Chronicles 15 and 16, illustrating that the warning to seek God is most needed not during trials, but after times of apparent success. True faithfulness requires constant vigilance to resist self-reliance and maintain a continuous pursuit of God.
CFC Messages · May 29, 2017 · 21m · NCCF Church
rich the reward of the rich inheritance he has given me and and whenever I see failures in other people or or in the scriptures I mean let me think of it with a much more humble attitude and say yeah God has shown me this because he
CFC Messages · Mar 2, 2015 · 32m · NCCF Church
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.
CFC Messages · Sep 26, 2022 · 14m · NCCF Church
The speaker examines the concept of encouragement through the Apostle Paul's writings in 1 Thessalonians. He argues that true encouragement is not merely lifting someone up, but actively pushing them forward to walk in God's ways. Paul's concern was also deeply rooted in preserving faith, and ultimately, the promise of being with the Lord forever provides profound encouragement through all trials.
Jeremy Utley · Jul 18, 2016 · 21m · NCCF Church
The sermon emphasizes that Christian life requires endurance through trials, drawing from James 1 and Hebrews 12. Discipline from the Lord should not be taken lightly; instead, believers should examine it to root out pride and seek God's purpose. True discipline is more than mere punishment for sin, encompassing difficult circumstances and conviction as God works to perfect the believer.
Zac Poonen · May 10, 2021 · 28m · NCCF Church
Jesus summarized the Ten Commandments into two great commandments: loving God with all your heart, soul, and mind, and loving your neighbor as yourself. The speaker emphasizes that true love for God must supersede all other loves, including that for parents, comparing it to the sun's light compared to the stars. Ultimately, a pure heart is one that belongs entirely to God, which is the prerequisite for properly loving one's neighbor.
Bobby McDonald · Apr 12, 2018 · 13m · NCCF Church
time alive and I look forward to it and I want to come to the prayer and scripture always like that not saying oh let me go do my business but I want to say I want to connect with my Savior and so I believe that when I have him when I
CFC Messages · Jan 16, 2023 · 9m · NCCF Church
who the Lord is and he is compassionate gracious slow to anger abounding in loving kindness he delivered over his dear son for me and can I really find someone who is so faithful like the lord and there is no one and the scripture says that the Lord's
Zac Poonen · Aug 6, 2024 · 45m · NCCF Church
sit in such a I will not sit in such a church for even one day if they are disobeying scripture directly that is how we pull out of churches some people say oh it's a small thing okay you when you your child has a small
CFC Messages · Sep 14, 2015 · 8m · NCCF Church
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.