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31mChurch Sharing - Oct 25, 2015
NCCF Church · Oct 26
7mBobby McDonald - Dwell on God's promises
Bobby McDonald · Oct 19
17mNCCF Church Sharing - September 27, 2015
NCCF Church · Sep 28
5mBobby McDonald - Simple Obedience
Bobby McDonald · Aug 31
8mJeremy Utley - Recounting The Deeds Of The Lord
Jeremy Utley · Aug 24
4m 54sNCCF Church Sharing - August 23,2015
Wenhai Pan · Aug 23
37mNCCF Church Sharing - August 02, 2015
NCCF Church · Aug 3
17mBobby McDonald - God's Word Is Our Need
Bobby McDonald · Aug 3
11mBobby McDonald - The difference between love for God and devotion to Him
Bobby McDonald · Jul 13
7mJeremy Utley - Colossians 1:28
Jeremy Utley · Jun 22
1h 19mZac Poonen - God Renews Us And We Enter His Rest
Zac Poonen · Jun 22
3m 3sBobby McDonald - Repeating God's Word To Ourselves
Bobby McDonald · Jun 15
1h 15mZac Poonen - The Spirit of Power, Love and Discipline - SPC6
Zac Poonen · Jun 7
54mZac Poonen - Q&A Part 2 - SPC4
Zac Poonen · Jun 7
1h 7mZac Poonen - The Spirit Reveals Jesus through His word - SPC2
Zac Poonen · Jun 6
29mNCCF Church Sharing - April 19, 2015
Bobby McDonald · Apr 19
34mNCCF Church Sharing - Feb 15, 2015
NCCF Church · Feb 16
43mNCCF Church Sharing - Feb 08, 2015
NCCF Church · Feb 9
23mJeremy Utley - Being a student of Jesus in the school of discipleship
Jeremy Utley · Jan 12
8mBobby McDonald - Colossians 1:9
Bobby McDonald · Jan 5
16mBobby McDonald - What was Jesus like
Bobby McDonald · Jan 5
17mJeremy Utley - God is worthy of our praise
Jeremy Utley · Jan 1
53mNCCF Church Sharing - December 06, 2014
NCCF Church · Dec 8
1h 9mZac Poonen - Recognizing Jesus and what He appreciated
Zac Poonen · Sep 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.
31mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - Oct 25, 2015
CFC Messages · Oct 26, 2015 · 31m
The speaker explores the nature of joy, arguing that true joy is not circumstantial but rooted in abiding in God's love and knowing that one's ultimate possession is heavenly. He draws from Jesus' teachings and the endurance of early Christians through suffering to illustrate that this joy is found in the Father's presence. The message concludes by emphasizing the need for a genuine, heartfelt faith, exemplified by Gideon, rather than mere intellectual assent to scripture.
7mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Dwell on God's promises
Bobby McDonald · Oct 19, 2015 · 7m
The central message is to intentionally dwell on God's promises rather than focusing on current difficulties or complaints. The speaker emphasizes that our minds should focus on what is true, honorable, right, pure, and lovely, drawing specific comfort from passages about the Lord's return. True hope, which allows for joy in all circumstances, is grounded solely in Christ's promises, not in temporary earthly blessings.
17mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - September 27, 2015
CFC Messages · Sep 28, 2015 · 17m
The speaker discusses the ongoing struggle with personal sin and temptation, drawing strength from scripture, particularly Micah 7:7, which reminds him to wait expectantly for the Lord. He shares lessons from Jesus's ministry, referencing Peter sinking while walking on water, and emphasizes the importance of diligently preserving the spiritual truths (treasure) learned from God, as taught in Matthew 13. The core message is to remain faithful and continually draw strength from God's Word.
5mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Simple Obedience
Bobby McDonald · Aug 31, 2015 · 5m
The central message is that true spiritual growth comes not just from meditating on scripture, but from practicing simple, childlike obedience to what God reveals. The speaker emphasizes that applying plain biblical principles, such as working heartily for the Lord or being quick to listen and slow to speak, is the way to gain deeper understanding and build up the body of Christ.
8mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Recounting The Deeds Of The Lord
Jeremy Utley · Aug 24, 2015 · 8m
The central message is that when facing doubt or difficulty, believers should not rely on their feelings but instead actively recall and meditate on God's past faithfulness. The speaker emphasizes that this practice, exemplified by Psalm 77, should become a deliberate, ongoing habit—especially in parenting—by keeping a record of God's deeds to pass down a testimony of His goodness to future generations. This conscious recounting of God's works is presented as a vital spiritual discipline.
4m 54sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - August 23,2015
Wenhai Pan · Aug 23, 2015 · 4m 54s
The speaker emphasizes the critical importance of overcoming doubt and unbelief in one's relationship with God. Drawing from Mark 16:14, he notes that Jesus reproached the disciples not for abandoning him, but for their unbelief regarding the resurrection. The central message is that while wholeheartedness is valuable, Jesus desires both wholeheartedness and an absolute, rock-solid faith in Him.
37mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - August 02, 2015
CFC Messages · Aug 3, 2015 · 37m
The speaker shares a testimony of God's nearness and sustaining grace during a difficult week, highlighting the importance of consistent, daily time with God through prayer and reading scripture. He also reflects deeply on the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing that true need is addressed by trusting God's provision rather than worrying about daily anxieties, and that living under God's kingdom means prioritizing His will over personal desires or career ambitions. Finally, he stresses the necessity of daily forgiveness, both receiving and giving, mirroring the debt forgiveness taught in Matthew 18.
17mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - God's Word Is Our Need
Bobby McDonald · Aug 3, 2015 · 17m
The central message is that Christians must actively grasp and internalize God's Word to reflect Jesus. The speaker draws parallels from 2 Timothy 3 and the story of the magicians opposing Moses to warn against merely 'learning' about truth without truly grasping it. He emphasizes that Satan actively tries to steal God's Word, and therefore, one must approach scripture with desperate need and perseverance to receive the hope it offers.
11mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - The difference between love for God and devotion to Him
Bobby McDonald · Jul 13, 2015 · 11m
The speaker distinguishes between 'devotion to God' and 'love for God.' Devotion is defined as making one's life revolve around Jesus, exemplified by Mary choosing the 'good part' over Martha's many tasks. Love, conversely, is rooted in action for another's sake, citing John 15:13, and is best understood through keeping God's commandments (1 John 5:3) as a sacrifice. Ultimately, both concepts require centering life on Christ above all else.
7mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Colossians 1:28
Jeremy Utley · Jun 22, 2015 · 7m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be a reflection of Jesus Christ, both individually and corporately. The speaker emphasizes that false ideas about God, often stemming from a disconnect between personal experience and scripture, must be challenged. True fulfillment of God's promises requires meeting the conditions He sets, and the church has a ministry to admonish one another in love through self-examination.
1h 19mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - God Renews Us And We Enter His Rest
Zac Poonen · Jun 22, 2015 · 1h 19m
The speaker discusses the importance of understanding the New Covenant established by Jesus, noting that while the Old Testament is not abolished, it offers crucial lessons from history. He emphasizes that God restores what sin has damaged, pointing to the Holy Spirit and the Word of God as the two essential elements for spiritual renewal. True understanding of scripture, especially regarding Christ, comes through the Holy Spirit, not just intellectual study.
3m 3sNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Repeating God's Word To Ourselves
Bobby McDonald · Jun 15, 2015 · 3m 3s
The central message is that living a Christian life requires the consistent, repetitive practice of internalizing God's truth, much like memorizing a verse. Just as verses fade without constant review, spiritual truths must be repeatedly spoken and lived out to become permanent parts of us. This process of continuous engagement with Scripture is what allows the Holy Spirit to bring truth to mind during times of need.
1h 15mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Spirit of Power, Love and Discipline - SPC6
Zac Poonen · Jun 7, 2015 · 1h 15m
The central message is that a truly Spirit-filled church requires every member to be fully committed and 'on fire' for God, moving beyond mere ritual attendance. The speaker emphasizes that Christians must actively study and live by all of God's Word, comparing it to an invaluable inheritance. Furthermore, he stresses the importance of obeying appointed church leaders, noting that the New Covenant structure requires multiple leaders to properly care for and guide the congregation.
54mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Q&A Part 2 - SPC4
Zac Poonen · Jun 7, 2015 · 54m
The central message is that Christian growth involves becoming an exact reflection of Jesus through individual purity and corporate church function. True spiritual service results in holiness, not emotional highs. Progressing in sin-awareness is gradual, and recognizing God's voice comes from consistent obedience to scripture. Humility is found in accepting God's challenging circumstances, which lead to grace.
1h 7mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Spirit Reveals Jesus through His word - SPC2
Zac Poonen · Jun 6, 2015 · 1h 7m
The Holy Spirit is necessary to truly understand scripture, transforming a mere scribe into a disciple who receives life from the Word. The speaker argues that the Old Covenant law, while good, was fundamentally flawed because it could not bring people into a living relationship with God. True fulfillment of God's requirements, especially the tenth commandment against coveting, is only possible through being filled with the Holy Spirit, which empowers believers to live according to the Spirit rather than merely attempting to keep the law.
29mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - April 19, 2015
Bobby McDonald · Apr 19, 2015 · 29m
The sermon uses the stories of Jairus and the woman with the hemorrhage to emphasize the power of genuine faith. The central message is that believers must continue to believe in God's promises even when circumstances become impossible or when evidence suggests otherwise. The speaker stresses that faith acts as a conduit, allowing God's power to flow immediately, without needing evaluation or a back-and-forth process.
34mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Feb 15, 2015
CFC Messages · Feb 16, 2015 · 34m
The central message is that unbelief is the primary obstacle preventing us from experiencing the full privileges of being a child of God. The speaker draws parallels from the Parable of the Talents and the story of the older brother, emphasizing that our own doubt about God's promises is the fault. To combat unbelief, the speaker advises two practices: actively encouraging one another regarding God's promises, and regularly taking inventory of God's past faithfulness by remembering His benefits.
43mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - Feb 08, 2015
CFC Messages · Feb 9, 2015 · 43m
The speaker discusses the biblical story of Balaam to illustrate the danger of repeatedly questioning God's initial answer. He explains that Balaam's error was not in asking God, but in being dissatisfied with the first answer and asking again, which ultimately displeased God. The message encourages the audience to accept God's word the first time it is given, and also touches on the need to be strong in the Lord, referencing passages on steadfastness and patience.
23mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Being a student of Jesus in the school of discipleship
Jeremy Utley · Jan 12, 2015 · 23m
The central message is that Christian discipleship is like being a student in a school, requiring a commitment to learn lessons every single day. True discipleship is not about quantity but about the quality of seeking to be wholehearted, meaning one must be eager to learn from God's lessons in every circumstance, day or night. This requires maintaining an attitude of constant readiness to learn, regardless of whether the day feels eventful or challenging.
8mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Colossians 1:9
Bobby McDonald · Jan 5, 2015 · 8m
The central message is that Christians are called not just to know God's will, but to deeply understand it to know His heart. The speaker contrasts this understanding with merely obeying out of compulsion, drawing parallels from Psalm 32 and Psalm 73. Ultimately, true understanding leads to a joyful, surrendered life where one desires only God's will, realizing that God's plan is always best.
16mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - What was Jesus like
Bobby McDonald · Jan 5, 2015 · 16m
The central goal for Christians is to reflect Jesus Christ, which is achieved both individually through personal purity and corporately within the local church. The speaker argues that the best guide to Jesus' life is not observation, but rather following what Scripture commands, as Jesus' teachings, like the Sermon on the Mount, were rooted in his lived experience. Key aspects of his life included gentleness, a deep hunger for righteousness, immense mercy, and a focus on inward purity and heavenly concerns.
17mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - God is worthy of our praise
Jeremy Utley · Jan 1, 2015 · 17m
The speaker emphasizes that human words and minds are inadequate to fully describe God's goodness or greatness. He draws from Psalm 145 and Revelation to show that God's worthiness of praise stems from His incomprehensible nature and His creative power, which sustains all life. Furthermore, the speaker points to the Lamb, Jesus, as worthy of praise because of His humility.
53mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - December 06, 2014
CFC Messages · Dec 8, 2014 · 53m
The speaker discusses the spiritual reality of 'dry spells' in communication with God, arguing that believers should desire hearing from God with the same desperation they feel when confronting sin. He draws parallels to Jesus' relationship with the Father, suggesting that accepting silence from God is unacceptable for a follower. The message concludes by examining the Israelites' failure to enter God's rest, which stemmed from questioning God's promises based on their immediate feelings rather than His word.
1h 9mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Recognizing Jesus and what He appreciated
Zac Poonen · Sep 22, 2014 · 1h 9m
Jesus' ministry demonstrated that true understanding of God comes from personal knowledge, not just from studying scripture or adhering to tradition. The speaker uses the example of the Pharisees, who, despite reading the Bible, fundamentally misunderstood God's nature and rejected Jesus. He warns that spiritual pride leads to ignorance, causing Christians today to believe they are more enlightened than they actually are.