Library
Browse
Latest messages
19 messages
20mBobby McDonald - Living in God’s Presence, Walking by the Spirit
Bobby McDonald · Sep 2
24mBobby McDonald - 8 Things I've Learned About Prayer
Bobby McDonald · May 1
26mBobby McDonald - New Covenant Disciples Are Kind
Bobby McDonald · Jan 30
17mBobby McDonald - Seek Wisdom, Fear The Lord, Remain Needy
Bobby McDonald · Feb 15
17mBobby McDonald - Spiritual Dryness
Bobby McDonald · Nov 15
21mBobby McDonald - Three Incomplete Prayers
Bobby McDonald · Nov 14
13mBobby McDonald - Dinner With Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Apr 12
15mBobby McDonald - Our Greatest Prayer Is For God Himself
Bobby McDonald · Feb 20
11mBobby McDonald - God is so good
Bobby McDonald · Feb 12
18mBobby McDonald - Don't Let Routine Replace Relationship
Bobby McDonald · Jan 9
13mBobby McDonald - Pray And Don't Doubt
Bobby McDonald · Dec 4
14mBobby McDonald - Go To Jesus And Drink
Bobby McDonald · Sep 12
20mBobby McDonald - Giving God Our Best
Bobby McDonald · Apr 26
9mBobby McDonald - His Answers Are More Than What We Ask
Bobby McDonald · Mar 28
13mBobby McDonald - Jesus Often Slipped Away To The Wilderness To Pray
Bobby McDonald · Feb 9
10mBobby McDonald - God Cares Even About The Little Things
Bobby McDonald · Jul 18
6mBobby McDonald - Take it to the Lord in prayer
Bobby McDonald · Dec 7
3m 3sBobby McDonald - Pray, God can do anything
Bobby McDonald · Oct 26
8mBobby McDonald - God is our refuge
Bobby McDonald · Oct 5
August 3 | Daily Devotion | Repentance Is The Mark Of Being Truly Born Again | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Repentance is the defining mark of a truly born-again Christian. Without genuine repentance—a turning away from sin with changed behavior—one's claim to conversion is hollow and superficial.
20mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Living in God’s Presence, Walking by the Spirit
Bobby McDonald · Sep 2, 2024 · 20m
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.
24mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - 8 Things I've Learned About Prayer
Bobby McDonald · May 1, 2023 · 24m
The speaker discusses eight lessons learned about prayer, emphasizing that true prayer is not just talking to God, but also actively listening, which should be a constant, natural state like breathing. He stresses that the foundation of prayer must be a desire to please God and obey His will, rather than focusing on personal desires. Furthermore, he advises that prayer should prioritize accomplishing God's will over advocating for one's own.
26mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - New Covenant Disciples Are Kind
Bobby McDonald · Jan 30, 2023 · 26m
The sermon contrasts two men who experience identical difficult days, illustrating that the difference lies in their response. The first man reacts to every setback with frustration and anger, while the second man approaches each circumstance with a prayer to do God's will. True discipleship, like the second man, means presenting one's body as a living sacrifice, living with the attitude of existing solely to serve God's will.
17mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Seek Wisdom, Fear The Lord, Remain Needy
Bobby McDonald · Feb 15, 2022 · 17m
The central message is that true wisdom comes from being humble, accepting counsel, and acknowledging our need for God. The speaker emphasizes that the greatest danger is assuming self-sufficiency, urging listeners to adopt a constant sense of neediness before God. This humility, or being 'poor in spirit,' is presented as the foundation for all wisdom and spiritual growth.
17mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Spiritual Dryness
Bobby McDonald · Nov 15, 2021 · 17m
The central message is that Christian life requires a consistent, daily devotion to God, viewing spiritual dryness not as a failure but as a signal to recommit. The speaker emphasizes that all life's ambitions and pursuits lose meaning outside of knowing Jesus, and true devotion is found by continually seeking Him with the whole heart. This pursuit must be a daily walk, like tending a fire, rather than expecting a one-time fix.
21mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Three Incomplete Prayers
Bobby McDonald · Nov 14, 2018 · 21m
The speaker discusses incomplete prayers, arguing that simply crying out for help is insufficient. He emphasizes that true prayer must include thanksgiving, acknowledging God's past and future faithfulness, as taught in Philippians 4. Furthermore, he stresses the necessity of repentance, noting that praying for help without confessing sin and acknowledging God's control is incomplete and dishonors Him.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Dinner With Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Apr 12, 2018 · 13m
The central message is the profound need to seek a personal revelation of God's love, which is the foundation for a changed life. The speaker uses the analogy of a man cherishing a photo of his deceased wife to illustrate the depth of enduring love, comparing this to God's unwavering love inscribed on the palms of His hands. Ultimately, the message encourages viewing time in prayer and scripture not as a burden, but as a joyful, anticipated
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.
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.
18mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Don't Let Routine Replace Relationship
Bobby McDonald · Jan 9, 2018 · 18m
The central message is that Christian life must be a genuine relationship with God, not merely a routine of religious activities. The speaker warns against letting the motions of faith—like regular Bible study or prayer—replace the heart's connection to God. He emphasizes that true spiritual health requires radical honesty before God, acknowledging where joy or devotion has waned, and maintaining a balance between recognizing personal inability and trusting in God's power to accomplish everything through Christ.
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.
14mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Go To Jesus And Drink
Bobby McDonald · Sep 12, 2017 · 14m
The central message is that Christians must continually turn to Jesus to satisfy spiritual thirst, drawing from the analogy of Jesus crying out, "If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink." This spiritual
20mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Giving God Our Best
Bobby McDonald · Apr 26, 2017 · 20m
The central message is that Christians must strive to give God their absolute best in all aspects of life, rather than treating devotion as a mere checklist of duties. This requires intentional focus, whether in Bible reading, prayer, or service, and resisting the distraction of busyness. The speaker uses the example of Martha and Mary to illustrate that prioritizing time with God and listening to His word is the most necessary task.
9mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - His Answers Are More Than What We Ask
Bobby McDonald · Mar 28, 2017 · 9m
The central message is that God desires to give us far more than we merely ask for, operating from a place of profound love. The speaker uses scripture and personal examples to illustrate that when we approach God with sincerity and patience, He provides not just a simple answer, but a deeper revelation that leads to greater knowledge of Him. This principle applies to areas like parenting, personal conduct, and even responding to difficult questions.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Jesus Often Slipped Away To The Wilderness To Pray
Bobby McDonald · Feb 9, 2017 · 13m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an intimate reflection of Jesus by prioritizing deep, personal communion with God. The speaker draws lessons from Jesus' habit of withdrawing to the wilderness to pray, emphasizing the need for constant, intentional prayer and closeness to the Father. He urges listeners to actively fight sin through repentance to maintain this vital connection with Christ.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - God Cares Even About The Little Things
Bobby McDonald · Jul 18, 2016 · 10m
The speaker shares how a recent physical ailment led him to meditate on God's care, particularly focusing on Matthew 6. He emphasizes that God's care extends not just to major spiritual matters but also to the small, temporary details of life, like minor aches and pains. Ultimately, he concludes that because God is our Father, every burden, no matter how small, is also His burden.
6mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Take it to the Lord in prayer
Bobby McDonald · Dec 7, 2015 · 6m
The central message is that finding peace and rest in life's burdens comes from consistently taking everything to the Lord in prayer. The speaker illustrates this with personal examples and biblical accounts, such as David strengthening himself in the Lord after great loss. True rest is found not only in prayer but also in the subsequent obedience to God's will, which releases the pressure of anxious thoughts.
3m 3sNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Pray, God can do anything
Bobby McDonald · Oct 26, 2015 · 3m 3s
The central message is the simple yet profound call to prayer, encapsulated by the phrase, "God can do anything." The speaker emphasizes that believers should not underestimate God's power and should approach Him with every burden, praying until that burden is lifted, much like Jesus in Gethsemane or Paul with his thorn. He encourages the congregation to boldly approach God's throne because Jesus has made a way.
8mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - God is our refuge
Bobby McDonald · Oct 5, 2015 · 8m
The central message is that Christians should find their ultimate joy, peace, and refuge only in God, not in worldly circumstances or achievements. The speaker emphasizes that God often withholds answers to earthly prayers to redirect our focus toward Him alone, encouraging a consistent, childlike conversation with God. True spiritual rest is found in continually returning to Him, as illustrated by the Psalms and the need to cast all cares upon Him.