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46mZac Poonen - Overcomers Judge Themselves Daily
Zac Poonen · Jul 8
16mNCCF Church Sharing - June 30, 2019
NCCF Church · Jul 1
23mNCCF Church Sharing - June 16, 2019
NCCF Church · Jun 18
19mNCCF Church Sharing - June 9, 2019
NCCF Church · Jun 10
1h 1mZac Poonen - Manifesting the Holiness and Compassion of God
Zac Poonen · Apr 15
13mChurch Sharing - April 7, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 8
17mChurch Sharing - March 31, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 2
23m13. Quality Not Quantity - Inner Life Before Outer Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 25
14mNCCF Church Sharing - March 10, 2019
NCCF Church · Mar 11
12mNCCF Church Sharing - March 3, 2019
NCCF Church · Mar 5
3m 42sNCCF Church Sharing - February 24, 2019
NCCF Church · Feb 25
25m4. Worshipping God In Spirit And Truth - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 18
16m2. Seeing Christ's Glory - And Becoming Like Him - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11
4m 49sNCCF Church Sharing - February 3, 2019
NCCF Church · Feb 4
16mNCCF Church Sharing - January 27, 2019
NCCF Church · Jan 31
7mNCCF Church Sharing - December 16, 2018
NCCF Church · Dec 18
22mNCCF Church Sharing - November 25, 2018
NCCF Church · Dec 2
14mNCCF Church Sharing - October 28, 2018
NCCF Church · Oct 30
21mNCCF Church Sharing - October 14, 2018
NCCF Church · Oct 18
9mBobby McDonald - Our Calling Is Clear - To Be Like Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Oct 18
16mNCCF Church Sharing - August 12, 2018
NCCF Church · Aug 14
13mBobby McDonald - His Burden To Cleanse Our Cup
Bobby McDonald · Aug 14
5mBobby McDonald - Complaining Comes When We Forget What God Has Done
Bobby McDonald · Aug 5
9mNCCF Church Sharing - July 15, 2018
NCCF Church · Jul 18
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.
46mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Overcomers Judge Themselves Daily
Zac Poonen · Jul 8, 2019 · 46m
The central message is that true Christian progress requires daily self-judgment and self-examination to become a reflection of Jesus. The speaker contrasts the tendency to judge others, like the Pharisees, with the necessity of looking inward. He emphasizes that this daily self-assessment is the mark of the family of God, leading to continuous spiritual growth, much like Paul's inner man being renewed daily despite the decay of the outer body.
16mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - June 30, 2019
CFC Messages · Jul 1, 2019 · 16m
The message centers on the command to 'circumcise your heart and stiffen your neck no longer,' drawing context from Deuteronomy 10:16. The speaker emphasizes that true devotion requires more than outward observance; it means setting one's affections and heart apart for the Lord daily. Furthermore, believers must avoid placing confidence in their own flesh and instead trust God's guidance, especially when facing difficult circumstances or 'wilderness' periods.
23mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - June 16, 2019
CFC Messages · Jun 18, 2019 · 23m
The central message emphasizes that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. The speaker draws heavily from 1 Peter 1:13, urging listeners to prepare their minds, remain sober, and fix their hope entirely on God's grace. He stresses that grace is a gift received through faith and humility, and that maintaining a clean heart is essential for spiritual sobriety.
19mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - June 9, 2019
CFC Messages · Jun 10, 2019 · 19m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, which requires both individual purity and corporate church function. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 4:17, the speaker emphasizes that momentary light afflictions are necessary processes that produce an eternal weight of glory. Using the example of Peter, the speaker illustrates that transformation requires the Potter to remove the 'stone of self-will' through trials and refining processes.
1h 1mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Manifesting the Holiness and Compassion of God
Zac Poonen · Apr 15, 2019 · 1h 1m
The central goal of the Christian life is to be conformed to the image of Christ, as stated in Romans 8:29. The speaker cautions against letting secondary goals—such as worldly success, wealth, or even solely focusing on social work—distract from this primary destination. He emphasizes that all life decisions, including parenting ambitions, must be evaluated against the singular goal of Christ-likeness.
13mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - April 7, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 8, 2019 · 13m
The central message is that in response to God's promise of a deep, intimate relationship with His people, Christians must actively cleanse themselves from all defilement of flesh and spirit to perfect holiness. This cleansing is not merely for personal benefit but is proof of a genuine desire for God's presence. The speaker emphasizes that this pursuit must be done in the fear of God, not the fear of man.
17mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - March 31, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 2, 2019 · 17m
The central message is that true Christian transformation involves becoming a partaker of the divine nature, which goes beyond merely maintaining a 'form of holiness' through self-effort. The speaker emphasizes that this change is a work of the Lord, requiring trust in His promises, similar to Abraham's faith. Furthermore, escaping the corruption of the world by lust is not an achievement of self but a deliverance orchestrated by God, which must be met with humility and gratitude.
23mNCCF Church
13. Quality Not Quantity - Inner Life Before Outer Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 25, 2019 · 23m
The central message is that the New Covenant emphasizes internal righteousness and quality over the Old Covenant's focus on external actions and quantity. Jesus taught that true righteousness comes from the heart—addressing root issues like anger and lust—rather than merely following external rules. This principle applies to all areas, including prayer, fasting, and giving, where the motive and quality of action are paramount.
14mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 10, 2019
CFC Messages · Mar 11, 2019 · 14m
The central message emphasizes that true religion is not merely outward observance but internal consistency, as illustrated by James 1:26. The speaker stresses that a person who claims to be religious but fails to bridle their tongue or deceive their own heart has worthless religion. He encourages listeners to align their speech with God's promises held in their heart, drawing parallels to Abraham's faith and Jesus' perfect self-control.
12mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 3, 2019
CFC Messages · Mar 5, 2019 · 12m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be a reflection of Jesus Christ, which involves personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that the Holy Spirit guides believers to know God as Father, transforming a heart of stone into one of flesh. Ultimately, this journey requires ceasing from self-effort and diligently pursuing God's rest through persistent prayer, as illustrated by the parable of the persistent widow.
3m 42sNCCF Church
transcribingNCCF Church Sharing - February 24, 2019
CFC Messages · Feb 25, 2019 · 3m 42s
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This transformation is achieved both individually through personal purity and corporately by becoming fully functioning members within the local church.
25mNCCF Church
4. Worshipping God In Spirit And Truth - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 18, 2019 · 25m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life requires a clear conscience before God, aiming for a daily testimony of being conscious of nothing against oneself. He distinguishes between mere 'praise' and true 'worship,' asserting that genuine worship must occur in the Spirit and in Truth. This means worshiping God according to His reality, recognizing that the Spirit is the most vital part of man, and that this understanding transcends mere intellectual knowledge.
16mNCCF Church
2. Seeing Christ's Glory - And Becoming Like Him - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11, 2019 · 16m
The central message is that true Christian hope is twofold: not just seeing Christ at the second coming, but being transformed by the Holy Spirit to become like Him. The speaker contrasts the fading glory of the Old Covenant with the upward, progressive glory of the New Covenant, which is seen by looking into the mirror of God's Word. This transformation requires constant self-purification until one reaches Christ's standard of purity.
4m 49sNCCF Church
transcribingNCCF Church Sharing - February 3, 2019
CFC Messages · Feb 4, 2019 · 4m 49s
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This is achieved both individually by cultivating purity in one's personal life and corporately by functioning fully as members within the local church.
16mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - January 27, 2019
CFC Messages · Jan 31, 2019 · 16m
The speaker uses the story of finding rats in his pockets after accepting unwanted cookies to illustrate how sin and worldly desires (the 'cookies') can secretly damage one's life, much like Judas's betrayal. He emphasizes that believers must be vigilant against these hidden 'encumbrances'—not just outright sin, but anything that hinders spiritual endurance—and must actively seek cleansing from God to maintain their 'robe of righteousness.'
7mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - December 16, 2018
CFC Messages · Dec 18, 2018 · 7m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus, which requires both personal purity and active participation in the local church. The speaker emphasizes that approaching God requires a 'broken spirit' and a desire for sacrifice, rather than just bringing material offerings. Ultimately, believers are called to 'arise and shine' with the light of God's glory, which is only visible when sin is confessed and repented of.
22mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - November 25, 2018
CFC Messages · Dec 2, 2018 · 22m
The message centers on the Christian goal of reflecting Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. The speaker draws encouragement from Isaiah 25:8, interpreting the swallowing up of death as the end of sin's separation from God. Furthermore, the sermon emphasizes the importance of bold and sincere prayer, citing parables and scripture to encourage believers to pray with confidence based on Christ's sacrifice and God's will.
14mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - October 28, 2018
CFC Messages · Oct 30, 2018 · 14m
The central message is that Christians should strive to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker emphasizes the security found in knowing God as a Father, drawing from Romans 8:15. He encourages the audience to emulate the Father's character—being lavish in forgiveness, non-calculating in giving, and remembering every good deed—to grow in patience and selflessness.
21mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - October 14, 2018
CFC Messages · Oct 18, 2018 · 21m
The central message emphasizes that Christians must strive to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. The speaker uses examples from John (Jesus's ministry to the Samaritan woman) and David (picking up stones) to illustrate that true ministry requires overcoming personal prejudices and focusing on God's will rather than worldly preferences. Furthermore, the sermon stresses the vital privilege of receiving, applying, and passing on God's Word of encouragement.
9mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Our Calling Is Clear - To Be Like Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Oct 18, 2018 · 9m
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus, which is achieved both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. This pursuit of holiness is not an end in itself, but rather the means to achieve oneness with God and with other believers. Striving against sin is presented as the necessary process, like physical therapy, that gradually changes us and makes it easier to deny our own will.
16mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - August 12, 2018
CFC Messages · Aug 14, 2018 · 16m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that God initiates and completes this work in us, encouraging believers to root for one another and take sin seriously. The discussion draws parallels between the pride of the Israelites in Daniel's time and the necessity of focusing on inner spiritual reality over outward appearance.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - His Burden To Cleanse Our Cup
Bobby McDonald · Aug 14, 2018 · 13m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by cleansing the 'inside of their cup,' which refers to their inner character and disposition. This cleansing is not about outward performance but about internal transformation, requiring a willingness to surrender one's will to the Lord. The speaker emphasizes that this process is the same for everyone, regardless of their background, and it involves actively repenting of sin.
5mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Complaining Comes When We Forget What God Has Done
Bobby McDonald · Aug 5, 2018 · 5m
Complaining is essentially complaining against God, even when directed at circumstances. The speaker argues that we complain because we have forgotten or failed to appreciate what God has done for us. The remedy is to shift focus from self-centered complaints to praising God for His grace and what He has orchestrated for our good.
9mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - July 15, 2018
CFC Messages · Jul 18, 2018 · 9m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ both individually and corporately. The speaker emphasizes that this requires an unchanging ambition to please God, living as an example in all things, and maintaining constant nearness to God, especially during times of plenty, as this is when temptation to desire worldly things is strongest. The core focus is on Christlikeness through example and sustained devotion.