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16mJeremy Utley - Our Lives Should Be Leavened With Hope
Jeremy Utley · Mar 12
8mWenhai Pan - Reflections on Malachi 1:2-3
Wenhai Pan · Mar 5
15mBobby McDonald - Grow In Knowing God, Not Just Knowing About Him
Bobby McDonald · Feb 26
15mBobby McDonald - Our Greatest Prayer Is For God Himself
Bobby McDonald · Feb 20
33mJeremy Utley - Exult In Tribulation!
Jeremy Utley · Feb 20
7mJeremy Utley - The Promise Has Not Passed You By
Jeremy Utley · Feb 13
11mBobby McDonald - God is so good
Bobby McDonald · Feb 12
12mBobby McDonald - Meditations On The Parable Of The Talents
Bobby McDonald · Jan 30
14mBobby McDonald - God is faithful to keep His promises
Bobby McDonald · Jan 15
26mJeremy Utley - The Danger Of Only Calling Christ Lord
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21
15mNCCF Church Sharing - December 3, 2017
NCCF Church · Dec 11
16mJeremy Utley - Discerning Your True Spiritual Appetite
Jeremy Utley · Dec 4
13mBobby McDonald - Pray And Don't Doubt
Bobby McDonald · Dec 4
29mNCCF Church Sharing - November 26, 2017
NCCF Church · Nov 29
17mBobby McDonald - The Source Of A Godly Life
Bobby McDonald · Nov 28
4m 37sNCCF Church Sharing - November 19, 2017
NCCF Church · Nov 21
14mJeremy Utley - The Danger Of Worry
Jeremy Utley · Nov 21
10mBobby McDonald - Our Pearl Of Great Price
Bobby McDonald · Nov 21
11mBobby McDonald - Three Foundational Questions
Bobby McDonald · Nov 13
23mJeremy Utley - Four Tactics Satan Uses To Cool Down Our Devotion To Jesus
Jeremy Utley · Oct 30
20mNCCF Church Sharing - October 15, 2017
NCCF Church · Oct 17
12mBobby McDonald - Be Strong In The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Oct 17
33mNCCF Church Sharing - September 17, 2017
NCCF Church · Sep 19
25mJeremy Utley & Bobby McDonald - Being Violent Men Who Take The Kingdom Of God By Force
Jeremy Utley · Sep 12
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.
16mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Our Lives Should Be Leavened With Hope
Jeremy Utley · Mar 12, 2018 · 16m
The central message is that a Christian life, like the Kingdom of Heaven, should be completely permeated by God's authority, much like leaven permeates all the flour. The speaker urges listeners to examine every area of their lives—finances, speech, relationships, free time—to ensure nothing remains untouched by God's rule. This permeation is rooted in living with the hope of God fulfilling His promises, as exemplified by Abraham.
8mNCCF Church
Wenhai Pan - Reflections on Malachi 1:2-3
Wenhai Pan · Mar 5, 2018 · 8m
The sermon reflects on Malachi 1:2-3, focusing on God's selective love for Jacob and His disdain for Esau. The speaker emphasizes that God's love is evident in His calling and provision for believers, urging listeners to take their Christian walk seriously at every life stage to avoid drifting. Furthermore, the message warns against despising God's promises, encouraging believers to value spiritual blessings, like the divine nature, as highly as the most precious treasures.
15mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Grow In Knowing God, Not Just Knowing About Him
Bobby McDonald · Feb 26, 2018 · 15m
The central message is that Christian life must move beyond merely knowing *about* God to deeply *knowing* Him through personal experience and obedience. The speaker warns against intellectualism, cautioning that a head full of knowledge without corresponding love or action is meaningless, comparing it to a perpetual student who never graduates. True faith requires seeing oneself as 'as good as dead' until God works in one's life, leading to tangible obedience rather than just intellectual excitement.
15mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Our Greatest Prayer Is For God Himself
Bobby McDonald · Feb 20, 2018 · 15m
The central message is that the greatest prayer is not for specific answers, but for God's presence itself. Drawing from the parable of the persistent widow, the speaker emphasizes that true faith is characterized by continually returning to God, even when struggles or unanswered prayers occur. This persistent return signifies a deep need for God's presence, which is more valuable than any immediate earthly answer.
33mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Exult In Tribulation!
Jeremy Utley · Feb 20, 2018 · 33m
The central message is that Christians should exult in tribulation, which serves as proof that they truly believe God's ways are wonderful and perfect. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus's coming was an act of love, not necessity, and that our ability to praise God during difficulty demonstrates our understanding of His incomprehensible grace. This response is rooted in the assurance that God will never allow temptation beyond what we can bear, always providing an escape.
7mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Promise Has Not Passed You By
Jeremy Utley · Feb 13, 2018 · 7m
The central message is that believers must actively grasp and live in the promises and doctrines they have heard, rather than letting them remain mere theology. The speaker encourages the audience not to be discouraged if they feel they haven't yet experienced a promised blessing, drawing parallels from Abraham's faith in Romans 4 and Genesis 15. Ultimately, the call is to respond to God's voice today with faith, believing that the promises are not passed by and can be credited to us as righteousness.
11mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - God is so good
Bobby McDonald · Feb 12, 2018 · 11m
The central message is that true faith is demonstrated not by mere prayer, but by genuine praise, especially during difficult times. The speaker emphasizes that praise must come from the depth of the heart, remaining consistent whether circumstances are easy or hard. He uses examples from scripture and personal experience to illustrate that our response to trials determines our spiritual outcome, and we should always praise God regardless of our current situation.
12mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Meditations On The Parable Of The Talents
Bobby McDonald · Jan 30, 2018 · 12m
The sermon uses the Parable of the Talents to teach that all believers are equally rich in the Lord, regardless of perceived gifts or resources. True faithfulness is measured not by the amount possessed, but by what one actively does with what they have, emphasizing that one must always be ready to use their abilities to please God. The ultimate reward for faithfulness is greater responsibility and the joy of serving the Lord.
14mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - God is faithful to keep His promises
Bobby McDonald · Jan 15, 2018 · 14m
The central message is that true Christian love for God is demonstrated not by outward religious acts, but by an inward transformation of thought and motive, reflecting the desire to live for the Lord. The speaker emphasizes that God is faithful to His promises, encouraging believers to draw near to the throne of grace with confidence, as demonstrated by his personal experience overcoming the temptation of a loose tongue through the help of the Holy Spirit.
26mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Danger Of Only Calling Christ Lord
Jeremy Utley · Dec 21, 2017 · 26m
The central message is that true discipleship is not defined by correct profession or belief, but by one's willingness to remain devoted to Jesus even when his teachings or actions are difficult or offensive. The speaker uses the example of the disciples in John 6 and John the Baptist's interaction with Jesus to illustrate that knowing Jesus means following Him through challenging circumstances, rather than just making a verbal declaration of faith.
15mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - December 3, 2017
CFC Messages · Dec 11, 2017 · 15m
The speaker shares reflections on experiencing God's strengthening Word and renewed faith over the past week. Key themes include realizing God's love through John 1:14, trusting God's ability to do more than asked (Philippians 4:13), and embracing the concept of a deeper, covenantal love (
16mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Discerning Your True Spiritual Appetite
Jeremy Utley · Dec 4, 2017 · 16m
The speaker suggests that a person's spiritual appetite can be tested by examining their attraction to others, drawing parallels between this and the need to be drawn to Christ for the right reasons. He argues that being drawn to Jesus's purity and humility, rather than sensational signs or miracles, is the true measure of faith. Ultimately, the speaker encourages the audience to proactively choose to be attracted to godly people, recognizing that our affections reveal the true state of our hearts.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Pray And Don't Doubt
Bobby McDonald · Dec 4, 2017 · 13m
The speaker emphasizes that the most peaceful life is one lived according to God's will, contrasting this with the self-will which leads to death. He draws from Romans 8 to explain that setting one's mind on the Spirit leads to life and peace. Furthermore, he stresses the importance of asking God for wisdom, referencing James 1:5, but cautions that this request must be accompanied by faith and without doubting, trusting that God will also provide the understanding to discern His word.
29mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - November 26, 2017
CFC Messages · Nov 29, 2017 · 29m
The message uses the metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a moth to illustrate spiritual transformation, comparing it to the believer's journey from a basic existence to a glorious new creation in Christ. The central call is to move beyond mere existence to a higher level of faith, achieved through prayer and seeking the Lord, so that one's light shines brightly for God's glory. This transformation is presented as a continuous process of becoming more like Christ.
17mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - The Source Of A Godly Life
Bobby McDonald · Nov 28, 2017 · 17m
The central message is that the source of a godly life and the ability to shine God's glory comes entirely from God's grace, not from personal willpower or effort. The speaker contrasts trying to live right by the law (self-effort) with living under grace, which requires relying on the power of the Holy Spirit. He warns that attempting to solve life's problems—whether emotional, relational, physical, or financial—apart from God's power leads to failure.
4m 37sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - November 19, 2017
CFC Messages · Nov 21, 2017 · 4m 37s
The speaker uses the analogy of using a GPS while driving to illustrate the peace found in relying on God's guidance rather than constantly worrying about the next step. He draws parallels between navigating a car and navigating life's uncertainties, concluding that when one seeks God's kingdom and righteousness first, they can trust that God will provide for their needs and that worrying about future problems is unnecessary.
14mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - The Danger Of Worry
Jeremy Utley · Nov 21, 2017 · 14m
The speaker warns against the danger of worry, citing three key biblical reasons: worry chokes the Word of God (Luke 8), it renders one unprepared for Christ's return (Luke 21), and it disqualifies one from serving God (Matthew 6). To combat worry, the speaker advises, using Proverbs 18:10, that when fear or anxiety arises, one must actively run to the Lord, rather than assuming automatic protection.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Our Pearl Of Great Price
Bobby McDonald · Nov 21, 2017 · 10m
The central message is that Christians should view themselves as the richest people in the universe because of their salvation through Christ, comparing this to finding something of immense value like the pearl of great price. This realization shifts focus from earthly struggles or possessions to the supreme value of Christ, leading to a reduced expectation of others and a deeper delight in the Lord.
11mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Three Foundational Questions
Bobby McDonald · Nov 13, 2017 · 11m
The speaker emphasizes that following Jesus is fundamentally simple, urging listeners to avoid overcomplicating their relationship with God. He outlines three foundational questions necessary for a daily walk with Christ: recognizing that Jesus died personally for you, desiring a deep, personal relationship with Him through His Word, and demonstrating commitment by actively denying personal will in the face of sin. The core message is to return to the simplicity and childlike faith of one's initial commitment to Christ.
23mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Four Tactics Satan Uses To Cool Down Our Devotion To Jesus
Jeremy Utley · Oct 30, 2017 · 23m
The speaker warns that Satan uses subtle tactics to cool down a believer's devotion to Jesus, warning against the danger of lukewarm faith. He identifies two primary methods of attack: cutting off the believer's spiritual supply lines and spreading the battlefront. Ultimately, the speaker emphasizes that the source of true devotion comes from recognizing the immense forgiveness received, which inspires a corresponding deep love for Christ.
20mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - October 15, 2017
CFC Messages · Oct 17, 2017 · 20m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian goal is to reflect Jesus Christ both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 1:5, the message highlights that the gospel's power comes not just from words, but from the Holy Spirit and the believers' lives. The core message is the shift from relying on personal strength to depending on God's infinite power, leading to a life characterized by faith and the visible testimony of God's work.
12mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Be Strong In The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Oct 17, 2017 · 12m
The central message is that Christians are called to be strong in the Lord, drawing strength from the armor God provides. The speaker emphasizes that true strength is measured by what it takes to discourage us, urging listeners not to be broken by small, everyday circumstances. He encourages relying on God's armor rather than succumbing to discouragement, anger, or anxiety over minor issues.
33mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - September 17, 2017
CFC Messages · Sep 19, 2017 · 33m
The speaker encourages the audience to emulate Jesus by prioritizing quiet communion with God over being constantly busy or worried. Drawing from passages like John 14 and John 5, the central message is that true Christian living involves recognizing that our actions and words should flow from the Father's leading, not our own initiative. This requires developing faith to trust God's work in our lives, even when we feel inadequate.
25mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley & Bobby McDonald - Being Violent Men Who Take The Kingdom Of God By Force
Jeremy Utley · Sep 12, 2017 · 25m
The speaker uses the story of Gideon to illustrate that the greatest sin is not the initial failure, but the subsequent refusal to repent and bounce back to God. He emphasizes that believers must actively maintain their faith, resisting discouragement and the enemy's lies that suggest God's promise is not for them. The core message is to actively return to God with zeal, focusing on His goodness and power rather than dwelling on past failures.