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1h 4mSantosh Poonen - 2025 WoF Session 1: The Church as a Dwelling Place Primarily for God
Santosh Poonen · Nov 7
1h 25mSession 2 - Santosh Poonen (RLCF) Austin CFC Weekend of Fellowship 2025
Santosh Poonen · Nov 2
1h 45mAustin CFC Weekend of Fellowship 2025 | Session 1 - Santosh Poonen (RLCF)
Santosh Poonen · Nov 2
12mAustin CFC Weekend of Fellowship 2025 | Q&A - Santosh Poonen (RLCF)
Santosh Poonen · Nov 1
1h 4m"Born of the Holy Spirit" - Santosh Poonen | Austin CFC | WoF 2024
Santosh Poonen · Nov 3
39mSantosh Poonen - Fruitfulness that Springs From Life | Austin CFC | 2023-12-31
Santosh Poonen · Dec 31
24mSantosh Poonen - Responsibilities of Elders in a New Covenant Church | Austin CFC | 2023-12-31
Santosh Poonen · Dec 31
1h 22mSantosh Poonen - A Disciple’s Eye is Only on Christ | Austin CFC | WoF 2023 Session 3
Santosh Poonen · Nov 14
59mSantosh Poonen - A Disciple's Tongue is Controlled by the Holy Spirit | Austin CFC | WoF 2023 S2
Santosh Poonen · Nov 13
1h 17mSantosh Poonen - A Disciple’s Ear is Always Listening to Jesus | Austin CFC | WoF 2023 Session 1
Santosh Poonen · Nov 13
1h 12mSantosh Poonen - A Vessel Poured Out for Others | Austin CFC | WoF 2022 Session 3
Santosh Poonen · Nov 13
57mSantosh Poonen - Radiating the Joy of God | Austin CFC | WoF 2021 S2
Santosh Poonen · Nov 14
1h 8mSantosh Poonen - A Passion to Win Christ | Austin CFC | WoF 2021 S1
Santosh Poonen · Nov 13
1h 15mAustin CFC WOF 2019 Santosh Poonen - 3: Decreasing So That Christ Can Increase
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11
1h 2mWeekend of Fellowship at Austin CFC, Nov 10 & 11, 2018 - Session 2
Santosh Poonen · Nov 12
1h 3mWeekend of Fellowship at Austin CFC, Nov 10 & 11, 2018 - Session 1
Santosh Poonen · Nov 12
1h 7mSession 2 - Walking with Power in the Inner Man – Santosh Poonen – WOF 2017 Austin CFC
Santosh Poonen · Oct 31
1h 13mSession 3 - Building the Body of Christ – Santosh Poonen – WOF 2017 Austin CFC
Santosh Poonen · Oct 30
1h 13mPart 3- Perfect Rest - Santosh Poonen -WOF 2016 Austin CFC
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16
1h 5mPart 2- Perfect Rejoicing - Santosh Poonen -WOF 2016 Austin CFC
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16
53mPart 1- Perfect Redemption - Santosh Poonen -WOF 2016 Austin CFC
Santosh Poonen · Nov 15
1h 15mVictory Through Christ-Centeredness - Santosh Poonen, WOF 2014, Austin, TX
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11
1h 4mSpiritual Authority - Santosh Poonen, WOF 2014, Austin, TX
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11
1h 5mBrokenness and Faith - Santosh Poonen, WOF 2014, Austin, TX
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11
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.
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Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC) · Santosh Poonen · discipleship
1h 4mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen - 2025 WoF Session 1: The Church as a Dwelling Place Primarily for God
Santosh Poonen · Nov 7, 2025 · 1h 4m
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.
1h 25mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Session 2 - Santosh Poonen (RLCF) Austin CFC Weekend of Fellowship 2025
Santosh Poonen · Nov 2, 2025 · 1h 25m
The message emphasizes that while God is the ultimate builder of the church, He works through His people. Drawing from Isaiah 43:19, the speaker reminds the congregation of God's promise to make a way where there seems to be no way. The core theme is recognizing that every member is necessary for God to accomplish His work.
1h 45mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
transcribingAustin CFC Weekend of Fellowship 2025 | Session 1 - Santosh Poonen (RLCF)
Santosh Poonen · Nov 2, 2025 · 1h 45m
This session appears to be part of a weekend fellowship, focusing on spiritual themes relevant to the community. The content likely covers foundational Christian teachings intended to encourage and build up attendees.
12mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
transcribingAustin CFC Weekend of Fellowship 2025 | Q&A - Santosh Poonen (RLCF)
Santosh Poonen · Nov 1, 2025 · 12m
This session appears to be a question and answer format following the Austin CFC Weekend of Fellowship, featuring insights from Santosh Poonen. The content likely addresses various questions raised by attendees regarding Christian living and doctrine.
1h 4mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
"Born of the Holy Spirit" - Santosh Poonen | Austin CFC | WoF 2024
Santosh Poonen · Nov 3, 2024 · 1h 4m
The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate goal of Christian teaching and preaching should be pointing people toward seeing Jesus Christ. He urges listeners to prioritize personal time spent seeking God, suggesting prayer should outweigh listening to sermons by a ratio of seven to one. The message concludes by focusing on the Holy Spirit's role as the 'another helper,' whose ministry is to glorify Jesus by revealing all things that belong to Him.
39mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen - Fruitfulness that Springs From Life | Austin CFC | 2023-12-31
Santosh Poonen · Dec 31, 2023 · 39m
The speaker shares his personal testimony of being led by God to a local church in Colorado, emphasizing that this journey required significant faith and stepping out despite uncertainty. He warns against settling for the 'easy way' or easy solutions, asserting that true, intimate knowledge of God often comes through difficult experiences, like passing through a wilderness.
24mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen - Responsibilities of Elders in a New Covenant Church | Austin CFC | 2023-12-31
Santosh Poonen · Dec 31, 2023 · 24m
The speaker discusses the biblical pattern for appointing church leaders, asserting that it is not a democratic vote but rather an apostolic appointment guided by God's direction. He outlines specific qualifications for elders, drawing from Titus, emphasizing characteristics like being above reproach and devoted to sound doctrine. Ultimately, he stresses that the primary responsibility of an elder is to act as a shepherd.
1h 22mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen - A Disciple’s Eye is Only on Christ | Austin CFC | WoF 2023 Session 3
Santosh Poonen · Nov 14, 2023 · 1h 22m
The central message emphasizes that true discipleship requires dedicating the entire self—ear, tongue, and eye—to Christ as a living sacrifice. The speaker warns against superficial religious practices, stressing that worship means fully surrendering one's body to God's will in every word spoken and every thing heard. Ultimately, being a disciple means having one's vision fixed solely on Jesus Christ, regardless of physical church affiliation.
59mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen - A Disciple's Tongue is Controlled by the Holy Spirit | Austin CFC | WoF 2023 S2
Santosh Poonen · Nov 13, 2023 · 59m
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.
1h 17mAustin 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
The speaker emphasizes that true church membership is defined by discipleship, referencing Matthew 28:19. He warns against the danger of complacency within established religious groups, arguing that merely attending services or professing belief is insufficient. The core message is a call to move beyond simply being 'in' a church building and instead actively commit to the demanding work of making disciples.
1h 12mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen - A Vessel Poured Out for Others | Austin CFC | WoF 2022 Session 3
Santosh Poonen · Nov 13, 2022 · 1h 12m
The message emphasizes that true spiritual life requires more than just receiving from God; one must also pour out what has been received. Drawing parallels from Elisha being given a new vessel, the speaker warns against becoming spiritually stagnant like the Dead Sea—receiving but having no outlet. The key to growth is scattering what you have been given, as Proverbs 11:24 suggests, ensuring that your life benefits others rather than just yourself.
57mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen - Radiating the Joy of God | Austin CFC | WoF 2021 S2
Santosh Poonen · Nov 14, 2021 · 57m
The central message is how believers can know they are drawing closer to God's presence, which is characterized by a fullness of joy. The speaker uses analogies like decreasing mileage markers and the smell of barbecue to illustrate spiritual progress, urging listeners to check their lives for sustained joy rather than merely feeling an atmosphere of religious fervor. True closeness to Jesus leads to genuine, abiding joy.
1h 8mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen - A Passion to Win Christ | Austin CFC | WoF 2021 S1
Santosh Poonen · Nov 13, 2021 · 1h 8m
The speaker emphasizes the need for undistracted devotion to Christ, drawing parallels between marital concern and spiritual focus. He advises believers, whether married or single, to train their thoughts constantly by asking if their actions will please Jesus, using Paul's counsel in 1 Corinthians 7 as a guide.
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 2mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Weekend of Fellowship at Austin CFC, Nov 10 & 11, 2018 - Session 2
Santosh Poonen · Nov 12, 2018 · 1h 2m
The speaker uses the story of the sons of Kora, who remained faithful after their father rebelled, to illustrate the importance of standing firm in God's authority. He emphasizes that true spiritual life requires a deep thirst for God, surpassing mere emotional satisfaction from modern culture or music. Ultimately, he directs listeners to Ephesians 5:27 and Revelation 3, urging them to desire a relationship with Jesus characterized by intimacy—a 'dinner date'—more than worldly blessings.
1h 3mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Weekend of Fellowship at Austin CFC, Nov 10 & 11, 2018 - Session 1
Santosh Poonen · Nov 12, 2018 · 1h 3m
The central message is that the world does not need more theological exposition, but rather practical examples of faith. True light and influence come not from personal achievement or knowledge, but from remaining connected to Jesus Christ. Believers are called to hold onto Jesus' hand while simultaneously reaching out to others in darkness by leading them into His light.
1h 7mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Session 2 - Walking with Power in the Inner Man – Santosh Poonen – WOF 2017 Austin CFC
Santosh Poonen · Oct 31, 2017 · 1h 7m
The speaker reflects on the profound nature of Christ's suffering, drawing from Hebrews 5:7 to emphasize that Jesus cried out with loud crying and tears due to his godly fear regarding sin. He then draws a parallel between this spiritual state and the innocence of children, arguing that true discipleship requires becoming like a child—unaffected by worldly status or opposition—to offer praise and devotion to God.
1h 13mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Session 3 - Building the Body of Christ – Santosh Poonen – WOF 2017 Austin CFC
Santosh Poonen · Oct 30, 2017 · 1h 13m
The message emphasizes that while Jesus Christ alone is the necessary foundation for salvation, believers must actively build their lives upon this foundation with works of faith. Paul's analogy compares building materials—precious stones versus wood, hay, and straw—to illustrate that mere profession or accumulation of earthly things will not suffice; one must live a life reflecting genuine commitment to Christ. The ultimate test is enduring the fire, which purifies true devotion.
1h 13mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
transcribingPart 3- Perfect Rest - Santosh Poonen -WOF 2016 Austin CFC
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16, 2016 · 1h 13m
This message focuses on the concept of 'Perfect Rest,' drawing from the context of pressing on to perfection. The core teaching encourages believers to press forward in their walk with Christ, emphasizing a goal of spiritual maturity and rest found in Him.
1h 5mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Part 2- Perfect Rejoicing - Santosh Poonen -WOF 2016 Austin CFC
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16, 2016 · 1h 5m
The speaker emphasizes the profound meaning of declaring Jesus worthy, arguing that this declaration requires valuing Him above all earthly attractions like money or success. He then shifts to discussing 'perfect joy,' asserting that Christians are entitled to this joy regardless of life's circumstances. This perfect joy is demonstrated by living a life that mirrors Christ's example, as commanded in 1 John 2:6.
53mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
transcribingPart 1- Perfect Redemption - Santosh Poonen -WOF 2016 Austin CFC
Santosh Poonen · Nov 15, 2016 · 53m
This message focuses on the concept of perfect redemption as part of a larger theme encouraging believers to press on toward perfection. It likely discusses the theological understanding of salvation and the ongoing process of sanctification required in Christian life.
1h 15mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Victory Through Christ-Centeredness - Santosh Poonen, WOF 2014, Austin, TX
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11, 2014 · 1h 15m
The central message is that true Christian life involves making Jesus preeminent in everything, which means presenting one's entire body as a living and holy sacrifice to God. While victory over sin is possible through grace, believers still live in temptation, requiring constant surrender. This worship is not limited to Sunday services but should be a continuous lifestyle of devotion.
1h 4mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Spiritual Authority - Santosh Poonen, WOF 2014, Austin, TX
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11, 2014 · 1h 4m
The central message is that believers should focus on Jesus Christ, recognizing Him as the ultimate source of spiritual authority and life. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship involves pointing people to Jesus rather than impressing them with doctrine or personal gifting. He encourages fathers and mothers to model their journey toward Christ by admitting mistakes and seeking forgiveness, showing that following Jesus is accessible even when imperfect.
1h 5mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
transcribingBrokenness and Faith - Santosh Poonen, WOF 2014, Austin, TX
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11, 2014 · 1h 5m
The message centers on the relationship between acknowledging one's brokenness and developing genuine faith in Jesus Christ. It encourages attendees to prioritize Jesus above all other aspects of life, making Him the absolute first place in every area.