Bobby McDonald - True discipleship

Bobby McDonald · Jan 12, 2015 · 17m · NCCF Church

True discipleship is defined not by outward actions or visible sacrifices, but by the inward willingness to deny oneself and follow God's will. The speaker emphasizes that merely performing religious acts or serving others is insufficient if the motive is not pure. True discipleship requires a deep, internal commitment to Christ that supersedes all other desires, even when no one is watching.

Bobby McDonald - 2 Things God Impressed Upon Me In 2016

Bobby McDonald · Dec 26, 2016 · 9m · NCCF Church

Bobby McDonald - New Covenant Disciples Are Kind

Bobby McDonald · Jan 30, 2023 · 26m · NCCF Church

Bobby McDonald - Maximum Christians

Bobby McDonald · Mar 1, 2016 · 19m · NCCF Church

The central message is the call to live as a 'maximum Christian,' meaning one's life revolves entirely around pleasing God rather than personal wants. The speaker contrasts this with the 'minimum Christian,' who only adheres to the bare minimum requirements or expects recognition for service. True discipleship involves freely choosing to be a slave to God, giving everything without expecting anything in return, exemplified by the attitude of Job.

Bobby McDonald - There's Only 1 Thing Necessary

Bobby McDonald · Jan 29, 2020 · 24m · NCCF Church

The central message is that while life presents many obligations and distractions, only one thing is truly necessary: focusing on Jesus. Drawing from the story of Martha and Mary, the speaker warns against getting caught up in preparations and worldly tasks, which can lead us to postpone our relationship with God. True discipleship means recognizing Jesus as the ultimate priority, allowing life's burdens to drive us toward Him as our refuge and rest.

Bobby McDonald - Disregarding ourselves and exalting Jesus

Bobby McDonald · Dec 14, 2020 · 19m · NCCF Church

Bobby McDonald - Choose The Path Where Jesus Is

Bobby McDonald · Jun 1, 2020 · 6m · NCCF Church

Bobby McDonald - Obedience And Motive

Bobby McDonald · Jan 14, 2017 · 10m · NCCF Church

Bobby McDonald - Pick Up Your Mat And Walk

Bobby McDonald · Aug 2, 2021 · 25m · NCCF Church

Bobby McDonald - Emotions: Good Servants But Terrible Masters

Bobby McDonald · Jan 12, 2016 · 10m · NCCF Church

The central message is that while emotions can be good servants, they become terrible masters when they contradict God's will. Drawing from Jesus's life, the speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires actively rejecting feelings of self-pity, shame, and indulgence in worldly desires, just as Jesus did on the cross. This requires a conscious, hostile rejection of any inner inclination that pulls one away from God's purpose.

Bobby McDonald - The Pursuit Of God And The Pursuit Of Godliness

Bobby McDonald · Jul 25, 2016 · 10m · NCCF Church

Bobby McDonald - Why we value the new covenant

Bobby McDonald · Aug 19, 2014 · 20m · NCCF Church

Bobby McDonald - Walking As He Walked

Bobby McDonald · Mar 21, 2017 · 11m · NCCF Church

The core message is that following Jesus means adopting His attitude and character, not merely replicating His exact actions. True devotion is measured not by outward religious activities, but by the depth of repentance over sin. This transformation is made possible by the Holy Spirit, which moves believers from merely knowing the law to desiring to live righteously, allowing us to follow God's will even when the path ahead is unclear.

Bobby McDonald - Job: Fear of the Lord, Faith, and Surrender

Bobby McDonald · Aug 23, 2021 · 24m · NCCF Church

Bobby McDonald - Eagerness To Follow Jesus

Bobby McDonald · Aug 22, 2016 · 9m · NCCF Church

The sermon emphasizes that the Christian life requires an eagerness to follow Jesus, mirroring the Ethiopian eunuch's willing commitment. This commitment is not a one-time event but a daily choice to die to self and live for Christ. Furthermore, the speaker clarifies that church membership involves a voluntary commitment to submit to the local church's elders for mutual care and guidance, distinguishing committed members from mere visitors.

Bobby McDonald - Philippians 3:17

Bobby McDonald · Sep 15, 2014 · 7m · NCCF Church

The passage encourages believers to follow the example of those who are striving to be like Christ, urging them to observe and emulate the godly qualities they see in others. The speaker emphasizes that the church community acts like a picture of Jesus, where each individual possesses a 'strip' or piece of Christ's image. By observing the gifts and godliness in fellow believers, one is motivated to grow in those areas where they are lacking.

Bobby McDonald - Living in God’s Presence, Walking by the Spirit

Bobby McDonald · Sep 2, 2024 · 20m · NCCF Church

Bobby McDonald teaches that living in God's presence and walking by the Spirit involves maintaining a constant, intimate conversation with God in all circumstances. Using the example of Jesus in John 8 when faced with the woman caught in adultery, he demonstrates how Jesus withdrew to seek the Father's wisdom rather than relying on his own understanding, modeling a life of dependence, prayer, and trust that yields God's perfect answers. The key to this walk is surrendering our struggles to God, waiting patiently for His guidance, and taking one small step at a time as He reveals His will.

Bobby McDonald - Some lessons at home during COVID

Bobby McDonald · Mar 16, 2021 · 21m · NCCF Church

The speaker draws lessons from the COVID-19 lockdown, comparing the experience to the wilderness journey described in Deuteronomy 8. He emphasizes that true spiritual growth comes not only from major life changes but more profoundly from paying close attention to God's guidance in small, daily moments. A disciple must cultivate an attentive spirit, constantly checking motives and being sensitive to the Spirit's whispers, as exemplified by recognizing God's kindness even in mundane situations like adjusting shower temperature.

9. Bobby McDonald & Jeremy Utley - Our Journeys With NCCF

Bobby McDonald · May 15, 2018 · 19m · NCCF Church

The speaker shares how his life with God transformed from a shallow understanding of faith to a deep appreciation for God's overflowing love, which is revealed through New Covenant truths. He emphasizes that true Christian life involves more than just avoiding sin; it requires a radical transformation of one's inner self and embracing the cross. Ultimately, he stresses that genuine church fellowship is impossible without each member actively carrying their cross.

Bobby McDonald - Taking Action On God's Word

Bobby McDonald · Jun 28, 2017 · 13m · NCCF Church

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.

Bobby McDonald - Some Things I've Learned While Waiting on the Lord

Bobby McDonald · Sep 11, 2019 · 23m · NCCF Church

The speaker discusses what to do while waiting on the Lord, drawing from Isaiah 40:31. He emphasizes that waiting is an active process requiring believers to take the next step of obedience today and then trust God for all subsequent steps. Furthermore, he teaches that God's primary goal is not merely to change our circumstances, but to change us into the image of Christ, a process that often requires patience and builds gratitude and humility.

Bobby McDonald - The Lord Is Considerate And Sympathetic

Bobby McDonald · Nov 10, 2017 · 19m · NCCF Church

The central message is that true Christian transformation comes not from merely following rules or external actions, but from receiving a new spirit and heart from God. The speaker emphasizes that this internal renewal, which involves considering the needs and cares of others, is what allows us to truly reflect Jesus. He illustrates this with an account of needing help in a parking garage, where only one person showed genuine consideration and willingness to assist.

Bobby McDonald - Pursue righteousness

Bobby McDonald · Sep 1, 2014 · 15m · NCCF Church

Pursuing righteousness means living in a way that reflects Christ, which requires two main actions: dying to self and practicing genuine repentance. True righteousness comes from Christ, meaning we must be willing to deny ourselves in all situations, regardless of our circumstances. Furthermore, genuine repentance involves a deep, regretful sorrow over sin, leading to a desire to change future actions, rather than just saying sorry after the fact.

Bobby McDonald - Simple Obedience

Bobby McDonald · Aug 31, 2015 · 5m · NCCF Church

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.