Zac Poonen - Q&A | Austin CFC | 2022-09-24

Zac Poonen · Sep 25, 2022 · 1h 22m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker recounts his personal journey of encountering Brother Zach, detailing how initial skepticism turned into profound spiritual understanding. A key moment involved a discussion about sharing the gospel when one's own life was struggling, leading to the realization that true Christian living involves more than just forgiveness—it includes abundant life found in Christ. The talk concludes with reflections on discipleship and modeling godly relationships, particularly within family.

Spiritual Authority - Santosh Poonen, WOF 2014, Austin, TX

Santosh Poonen · Nov 11, 2014 · 1h 4m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

Austin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 3: Q&A

Zac Poonen · May 8, 2019 · 1h 16m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

Austin (TX) CFC Zac Poonen Conference 2017 – Part 3

Zac Poonen · Jun 27, 2017 · 1h 13m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The message warns against spiritual shallowness and worldliness by contrasting faithfulness in earthly wealth (mammon) with receiving true riches from God. The speaker emphasizes that one cannot serve both God and money, using the example of the Pharisees who maintained correct doctrines but were still corrupt in their inner lives. True discipleship requires a heart transformation to see Christ illuminated throughout all scripture.

Fall Elders Conference 2024 Q&A Session

CFC Messages · Sep 23, 2024 · 1h 21m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker addresses questions about church involvement, advising that if a child struggles to connect, the issue likely lies with the child rather than the church. He emphasizes that Christian life requires discipleship, not just fun, and stresses accountability because greater revelation brings greater responsibility. Ultimately, he argues against self-sufficiency in spiritual matters, asserting that believers need experienced teachers (like pastors) for proper guidance.

David Raju - "Building a Life that Stands” | Austin CFC | 2026-07-19

David Raju · Jul 19, 2026 · 1h 7m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The message emphasizes that building a life pleasing to God requires establishing a solid foundation in the truth of salvation through Jesus Christ. The speaker warns against discontentment, drawing parallels between Lucifer's prideful desire for self-ascension and humanity's tendency toward sin by grasping for what is not rightfully theirs. True discipleship involves accepting this foundational truth and responding with genuine repentance.

Santosh Poonen - 2025 WoF Session 1: The Church as a Dwelling Place Primarily for God

Santosh Poonen · Nov 7, 2025 · 1h 4m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker argues that contrary to human expectation, the longer one walks with Jesus Christ, the more helpless and dependent they should feel, a state revealed to 'babes' rather than the wise. He warns Christians against relying on their own strength, noting that sustained spiritual life can become burdensome if one is following an 'other Jesus.' True rest and discipleship come from returning to a childlike dependence on Christ.

Josh McGuire - "Hearing, Doing, Teaching” | Austin CFC | 2026-06-28

Josh McGuire · Jun 28, 2026 · 50m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker uses his experience as an instructor in the Air Force to illustrate a principle for spiritual growth: one must move from merely hearing (10%) to actively doing (50%), and finally to teaching others (90%). He applies this framework to Christian living, noting that faith begins by hearing God's word, which is foundational to discipleship.

Santosh Poonen - A Disciple's Tongue is Controlled by the Holy Spirit | Austin CFC | WoF 2023 S2

Santosh Poonen · Nov 13, 2023 · 59m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker emphasizes that controlling one's tongue is a critical measure of true Christianity, quoting James 1:26 to warn that failure in this area renders religious claims worthless. He argues that Christians must be disciplined in their speech, especially when provoked, and points to Isaiah 50:4 regarding the gift of the tongue for discipleship. Ultimately, he encourages believers to desire prophecy—which is defined as edifying, exhorting, and consoling—as a way to sustain weary people in their homes and communities.

Santosh Poonen - A Disciple’s Eye is Only on Christ | Austin CFC | WoF 2023 Session 3

Santosh Poonen · Nov 14, 2023 · 1h 22m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

Suren Gurivireddy - “Fixing Our Eyes on Jesus, the Suffering Servant" | Austin CFC | 2025-10-05

Suren Gurivireddy · Oct 5, 2025 · 40m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The central message urges believers to fix their eyes on Jesus Christ as the author and perfector of faith, drawing parallels between athletic imitation and spiritual discipleship. The speaker emphasizes that our ultimate goal is to be conformed to the image of Jesus by walking in the same manner he did. He assures listeners that because Jesus endured all temptation, he can sympathize with and provide victory for us.

Austin CFC | Zac Poonen - Most Believers Have Missed the New Covenant | 2020-06-02

Zac Poonen · Jun 3, 2020 · 1h 18m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

Josh McGuire - David and the Showbread | Austin CFC | 2021-07-18

Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 31m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker emphasizes seeking God's kingdom and righteousness above all else, referencing Matthew 6:33. He explores the concept of 'righteousness' as simply doing what is right, using the confrontation between Jesus and the Pharisees over eating on the Sabbath (David and the showbread) as a teaching point. The core message encourages deep study of scripture, suggesting that even familiar passages hold deeper lessons for discipleship.

Zac Poonen - "New Covenant Truths for an Overcoming Life" | Austin CFC | 2024-09-21

Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2024 · 1h 11m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker emphasizes that God desires an intimate, daily relationship with each individual, comparing this to Genesis 1 where God spoke something new every day. He argues that a strong community life (the horizontal bar of the cross) is meaningless without a primary, personal devotion to Christ (the vertical bar). True discipleship requires prioritizing one's walk with God above all other relationships.

Session 2 - Walking with Power in the Inner Man – Santosh Poonen – WOF 2017 Austin CFC

Santosh Poonen · Oct 31, 2017 · 1h 7m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

David Raju - Building the Church through Prophecy | Austin CFC | 2025-12-14

David Raju · Dec 14, 2025 · 39m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker discusses how the gift of prophecy, in the New Covenant context, is not about predicting the future but about speaking God's heart to build up and encourage the body of Christ. He emphasizes that true prophecy aims for edification (building up), exhortation (challenging), and consolation (comforting) others. Ultimately, prophecy serves to strengthen the entire church, guiding believers on the narrow path of discipleship.

Josh McGuire - Money, p5: Possessions | Austin CFC | 2022-10-09

Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 31m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker continues a series on money, focusing this session on possessions. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires giving up all earthly possessions, referencing Luke 14:33. The message urges listeners not to treat high biblical standards lightly but to seriously consider what it means to surrender everything, echoing the principle from 1 Corinthians 10:26 that everything ultimately belongs to the Lord.

Josh McGuire | How Jesus Handled His Money | Austin CFC | 2021-05-23

Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 34m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker argues that following Jesus means conforming one's entire life—from childhood through adulthood—to His example, not just focusing on His public ministry. He connects this concept of discipleship to the stewardship of money, noting that handling finances is a test of true spiritual riches. The message uses the biblical account of Mary presenting Jesus at the temple as an illustration of following established religious law.

David Raju - The Foundation Test | Austin CFC | 2025-11-09

David Raju · Nov 9, 2025 · 40m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker uses the analogy of foundation testing to prompt reflection on what foundation believers are building their lives upon, referencing Matthew 7. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires three non-negotiable commitments: supreme love for Christ over all else, daily carrying one's cross by dying to self-will, and obedience to God's word. Following Jesus means making radical choices where His will supersedes personal comfort or relationships.

Josh McGuire - Learning Gentleness | Austin CFC | 2022-03-06

Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 46m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The message explores gentleness as a key characteristic of true wisdom, drawing from James 3:17 and Galatians 5:23. The speaker emphasizes that genuine understanding is demonstrated not just by knowledge, but by gentle good behavior. Ultimately, he connects this to Jesus' invitation to the weary, suggesting that learning gentleness—a quality modeled by Christ—is a necessary part of finding rest and discipleship.

Josh McGuire - “Having Ears to Hear Pt 2” | Austin CFC | 2024-08-25

Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 53m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The central message is the vital importance of being a good listener, drawing parallels from professional life (military, law, teaching) to spiritual disciplines. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires tuning into God's voice, using Jesus's example as the model for always listening first. He concludes by referencing James 1:19—to be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger—as a guide for right living.

Austin CFC | Zac Poonen - A Godly Attitude Towards Money and Sex | 2020-08-08

Zac Poonen · Aug 8, 2020 · 1h 59m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

Santosh Poonen - A Disciple’s Ear is Always Listening to Jesus | Austin CFC | WoF 2023 Session 1

Santosh Poonen · Nov 13, 2023 · 1h 17m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

Josh McGuire - Money, p8: Famines | Austin CFC | 2023-01-08

Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 33m · Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

The speaker reviews previous lessons on money, emphasizing that money is fundamentally a storage method and that Christian discipleship requires relinquishing possessiveness. He challenges modern assumptions about wealth by pointing to scripture's concept of 'enough,' suggesting life should be viewed as a bell curve rather than a linear progression toward more. The central message uses the story of Joseph during a famine to illustrate that God can work good even out of circumstances intended for evil, applying this principle to financial management.