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52mFall Elders Conference 2024 Session 1
Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC) · Sep 21
1h 15mAustin CFC WOF 2019 Santosh Poonen - 3: Decreasing So That Christ Can Increase
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11
1h 16mAustin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 3: Q&A
Zac Poonen · May 8
1h 8mAustin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 4: Love in Two Directions
Zac Poonen · May 8
1h 29mAustin CFC Zac Poonen conference - Part 3 - Home and marriage
Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC) · Jun 12
1h 27mAustin (TX) CFC Zac Poonen Conference 2017 – Q/A
Zac Poonen · Jun 28
1h 6mAustin (TX) CFC Zac Poonen Conference 2017 – Part 4
Zac Poonen · Jun 28
57mAustin CFC 2016 - Zac Poonen conference - Session 1 -Fellowship with God and with one another
Zac Poonen · Jul 19
1h 30mDestroying the Works of the Devil- Part 3 - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 10
1h 15mDestroying the Works of the Devil- Part 2-Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 10
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.
52mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Fall Elders Conference 2024 Session 1
CFC Messages · Sep 21, 2024 · 52m
The speaker argues that since the punishment for sin is eternal hell, Jesus must have experienced this eternity of separation from the Father to truly pay for sins. He contrasts physical death with eternal spiritual separation, emphasizing that every sin breaks fellowship with God, a reality Jesus deeply feared more than physical suffering. The message concludes by stressing the necessity of understanding Christ's divine nature (the Trinity) to grasp how He could cover infinite debt in a finite time.
1h 15mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC WOF 2019 Santosh Poonen - 3: Decreasing So That Christ Can Increase
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11, 2019 · 1h 15m
The message emphasizes that there is no 'holding pattern' for a Christian; every season of waiting has a divine purpose. The speaker argues that the time spent waiting for fulfillment—whether it's marriage, ministry, or victory over sin—is not wasted but is instead used by God to conform the believer into the image of Christ. This process builds patience, brokenness, and ultimately, mercy towards others.
1h 16mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 3: Q&A
Zac Poonen · May 8, 2019 · 1h 16m
The speaker emphasizes that following Jesus requires acknowledging His divine nature while accepting His call to discipleship, which proves He is like us. A central theme is that true victory over sin and discouragement is possible because Jesus was tempted like us; therefore, we can follow Him by seeking God's will daily. The message concludes with the necessity of taking God's commands seriously and building faith through diligent meditation on Scripture.
1h 8mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 4: Love in Two Directions
Zac Poonen · May 8, 2019 · 1h 8m
The speaker contrasts seeking knowledge through rules (the Tree of Knowledge) with true spiritual life, using the Garden of Eden analogy. He argues that merely knowing doctrines or having correct answers is insufficient; one must embrace 'death to self'—crucifying Christ daily—to access the 'Tree of Life.' True understanding comes from recognizing Christ in all scripture and living according to His sacrifice.
1h 29mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC Zac Poonen conference - Part 3 - Home and marriage
CFC Messages · Jun 12, 2018 · 1h 29m
The speaker shares personal anecdotes about his relationship with Zac Poonen, highlighting instances where Zac taught profound spiritual truths like victory over sin using scripture (Romans 6:14). The discussion emphasizes that true understanding of salvation and Christian living comes through consistent teaching and life examples. The session also touches upon the journey of faith, referencing how one can become sure of their conversion despite lifelong questioning.
1h 27mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin (TX) CFC Zac Poonen Conference 2017 – Q/A
Zac Poonen · Jun 28, 2017 · 1h 27m
The speaker discusses what it means to worship in the spirit, arguing that modern concepts of praise and worship differ from biblical understanding. He also clarifies the definition of sin, distinguishing between sins of commission (doing wrong) and sins of omission (failing to do good). Ultimately, he advises believers to live freely in fellowship with Jesus Christ, recognizing that God's grace allows enjoyment of life provided it does not constitute sin.
1h 6mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin (TX) CFC Zac Poonen Conference 2017 – Part 4
Zac Poonen · Jun 28, 2017 · 1h 6m
The speaker emphasizes that Christians often live in spiritual poverty because they fail to fully grasp the inheritance purchased for them through Christ. True deliverance from sin's nature, passion, and pride is not achieved merely by confessing sins or relying on the blood of Christ, but by being crucified with Christ and subsequently living by faith in Him. This exchange means that 'no longer I who lives,' but rather Christ lives within the believer.
57mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC 2016 - Zac Poonen conference - Session 1 -Fellowship with God and with one another
Zac Poonen · Jul 19, 2016 · 57m
The speaker argues that many Christians focus only on forgiveness for heaven rather than living out the 'life of God' on Earth. He uses the analogy of Israel's journey—from Egypt (unbelievers) to the Wilderness (relying solely on past cleansing) and finally to Canaan (the New Covenant)—to illustrate spiritual progress. True fellowship and building the Body of Christ require moving beyond the endless cycle of sinning and repenting, which is necessary for overcoming sin.
1h 30mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Destroying the Works of the Devil- Part 3 - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 10, 2015 · 1h 30m
The speaker emphasizes that true assurance of salvation comes not just from God's past forgiveness, but from faith in the future certainty of Christ's work. He uses the analogy of a thoroughly cleansed stain to illustrate that sin is completely removed by Jesus, and believers must consciously choose to trust God's non-remembrance over their memory of past sins when confronted by the devil or doubt.
1h 15mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Destroying the Works of the Devil- Part 2-Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 10, 2015 · 1h 15m
The speaker emphasizes that true ministry should aim not to impress, but to point people back to the source of truth—the Chef in the kitchen. He warns against the danger of accepting partial truths presented by the devil, whose greatest tactic is deception rather than overt evil. Ultimately, destroying the works of the devil involves recognizing this deception and allowing the Holy Spirit to restore what has been stolen.