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1h 23mZac Poonen - Submission to Authority is God's Perfect Will | Austin CFC | 2026-05-31
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
45mZac Poonen - Zoom Meeting | Austin CFC | 2026-02-11
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
1h 32mZac Poonen - "Christ Wants to Build a Pure Church" | Austin CFC | 2025-08-24
Zac Poonen · Aug 24
1h 25mZac Poonen - "Power to be Witnesses for Christ" | Austin CFC | 2024-09-22
Zac Poonen · Sep 23
1h 8mZac Poonen 1 - God’s Sovereign Power Over All People | Austin CFC | 2022-09-24
Zac Poonen · Sep 25
59mAustin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 6: Discipline In Our Family Life
Zac Poonen · May 8
1h 23mAustin CFC Zac Poonen conf 2018 - Part 6 - You cannot Serve God and Earthly Wealth
Zac Poonen · Jun 12
1h 0mAustin CFC Zac Poonen conf - Part 4 - Humbling Ourselves As Jesus Did
Zac Poonen · Jun 12
1h 7mAustin CFC 2016 - Zac Poonen conference - Session 4 -Humility, Submission and Contentment
Zac Poonen · Jul 20
1h 7mAustin CFC 2016 - Zac Poonen conference - Session 3 - Built together in Christ’s Body
Zac Poonen · Jul 20
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) · Zac Poonen · humility
1h 23mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen - Submission to Authority is God's Perfect Will | Austin CFC | 2026-05-31
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2026 · 1h 23m
The speaker uses Genesis and other scripture passages to illustrate how perfection can be corrupted, citing the fall of man and the historical decline of the church. He argues that God always desires purity, which is best exemplified by perfect humility and submission. The central message contrasts the initial perfection of creation with the corruption brought by pride, drawing parallels between Satan's fall and the need for believers to maintain humble submission to God.
45mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen - Zoom Meeting | Austin CFC | 2026-02-11
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2026 · 45m
The central message emphasizes that the testimony of a Christian life should be more impactful than doctrinal arguments, as John observed when describing seeing and hearing the 'life' manifested by Jesus. The speaker urges believers to live lives characterized by visible transformation, humility, and joy, allowing others—even non-believers—to recognize the distinct way of life associated with Christ.
1h 32mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen - "Christ Wants to Build a Pure Church" | Austin CFC | 2025-08-24
Zac Poonen · Aug 24, 2025 · 1h 32m
The church must be built upon the divine revelation of Christ, not merely on human knowledge or understanding gained from study. The true measure of a church is its ability to withstand the powers of darkness, which only Christ can build it against. Furthermore, believers must guard against the danger of self-justification and seeking the esteem of men, remembering that God values humility over impressive abilities like preaching or singing.
1h 25mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen - "Power to be Witnesses for Christ" | Austin CFC | 2024-09-22
Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2024 · 1h 25m
The speaker recounts his personal journey of faith, emphasizing the importance of diligent Bible study and obedience to God's clear commands. He contrasts seeking spiritual power through techniques with pursuing the genuine anointing of the Holy Spirit. The central message draws lessons from Jesus' life—specifically His willingness to be baptized by John the Baptist despite His sinlessness—highlighting that true service requires profound humility and a readiness to submit to death for Christ.
1h 8mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen 1 - God’s Sovereign Power Over All People | Austin CFC | 2022-09-24
Zac Poonen · Sep 25, 2022 · 1h 8m
The speaker uses the story of Nebuchadnezzar in Daniel 4 to illustrate humanity's tendency to act according to its own will, power, and glory. He argues that true Christian life, like Heaven, requires submitting entirely to God's will, citing Jesus' life as the ultimate example of this surrender. The message concludes by warning against superficial worship, such as singing familiar hymns without genuine thought or reverence.
59mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 6: Discipline In Our Family Life
Zac Poonen · May 8, 2019 · 59m
The message advises believers to trust God's sovereignty through life's inevitable mistakes and difficulties, rather than complaining. Furthermore, it stresses that true spiritual growth comes not from seeking great ministries or recognition, but from embracing humble service, like washing feet, and enduring periods of struggle.
1h 23mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC Zac Poonen conf 2018 - Part 6 - You cannot Serve God and Earthly Wealth
Zac Poonen · Jun 12, 2018 · 1h 23m
The central message is that Christians must focus their lives on building the Church—the bride of Jesus Christ—as this is the only thing that will endure judgment. Drawing parallels from Moses, the speaker emphasizes that God uses people only after they have been reduced to zero, stripping away self-confidence and worldly knowledge. True service requires humility and reliance solely on God's power, not personal ability.
1h 0mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC Zac Poonen conf - Part 4 - Humbling Ourselves As Jesus Did
Zac Poonen · Jun 12, 2018 · 1h 0m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian service requires recognizing our own helplessness and continually seeking the filling of the Holy Spirit. He draws parallels from biblical figures like Moses, Elijah, and John the Baptist to illustrate how even powerful individuals faltered at the end of their lives. The central message urges believers to emulate Jesus by aiming to live and end life as a humble servant washing the feet of disciples, rather than seeking earthly honor or position.
1h 7mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC 2016 - Zac Poonen conference - Session 4 -Humility, Submission and Contentment
Zac Poonen · Jul 20, 2016 · 1h 7m
The message emphasizes that the Church must function as a true body where every member, regardless of perceived gift or prominence, is necessary for the whole. It cautions against comparing oneself to others' gifts, warning that such envy often stems from a desire for personal honor rather than building up the body. Ultimately, the talk stresses recognizing that all our abilities—beauty, intelligence, position—are gifts from God's grace and must be approached with humility.
1h 7mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC 2016 - Zac Poonen conference - Session 3 - Built together in Christ’s Body
Zac Poonen · Jul 20, 2016 · 1h 7m
The central message emphasizes that Christian growth is a continuous, daily process requiring humility before God. Drawing parallels between Genesis 1's creation and the believer's life, the speaker argues that just as the Earth had no choice but to follow God's word, believers have the free choice every day to respond to God's guidance through His Word. This constant reception of grace and daily obedience is necessary for spiritual progress.