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54mJosh McGuire - 5 Forums to Sin - 3 Ways to Prevent Sin | Austin CFC | 2026-07-26
Josh McGuire · Jul 26
12mAustin CFC Memory Verse | 2026-07-26 | Galatians 6:7
Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC) · Jul 26
57mZac Poonen - The Eternal Life is to Know God | Austin CFC | 2026-07-08
Zac Poonen · Jul 16
12mAustin CFC Memory Verse | 2026-07-12 | Galatians 5:26
Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC) · Jul 12
1h 22mZac Poonen - Q&A Session | Austin CFC | 2026-07-08
Zac Poonen · Jul 10
12mAustin CFC Memory Verse | 2026-06-28 | 2 Corinthians 2:11
Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC) · Jun 28
58mSuren Gurivireddy - "Put on the New Self” | Austin CFC | 2026-06-14
Suren Gurivireddy · Jun 14
1h 23mZac Poonen - Submission to Authority is God's Perfect Will | Austin CFC | 2026-05-31
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
52mJosh McGuire - War and Hell | Austin CFC | 2026-03-29
Josh McGuire · Mar 29
47mDavid Raju - Our Choices Make Us | Austin CFC | 2026-03-15
David Raju · Mar 15
38mSuren Gurivireddy - “Perfecting Holiness in the Fear of God" | Austin CFC | 2025-08-31
Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC) · Sep 2
40mJosh McGuire - "Begin by Being Blameless" | Austin CFC | 2025-08-17
Josh McGuire · Aug 17
42mJosh McGuire - "Beware of the Leaven of Herod" | Austin CFC | 2025-07-20
Josh McGuire · Jul 20
42mJoshua McGuire- Three chief sinners
Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC) · Feb 22
41mJoshua McGuire | Am I a Nebuchadnezzar? | Austin CFC | 2021-02-07
Joshua McGuire · Feb 22
44mAustin CFC Josh McGuire - Seven Ifs - 2020-03-22
Josh McGuire · Jan 20
28mAustin CFC | Josh McGuire - Refreshing & Ignorance | 2020-05-24
Josh McGuire · Jan 20
35mAustin CFC | Josh McGuire - Overcoming Temptation
Josh McGuire · Jan 20
24mAustin CFC - Josh McGuire - Seven Ifs
Josh McGuire · Jan 20
31mJosh McGuire - Humility: The Solution to Every Problem | Austin CFC | 2020-09-06
Josh McGuire · Jan 20
33mJosh McGuire | Beware of the Competition | Austin CFC 2021-06-13
Josh McGuire · Jan 20
41mJosh McGuire - Cures for Anxiety | Austin CFC | 2021-10-17
Josh McGuire · Jan 20
28mJosh McGuire - Money, p6: Grabbing | Austin CFC | 2022-11-27
Josh McGuire · Jan 20
52mJosh McGuire - “Jonathan - A Picture of True Fellowship” | Austin CFC | 2024-12-22
Josh McGuire · Jan 20
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.
54mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Josh McGuire - 5 Forums to Sin - 3 Ways to Prevent Sin | Austin CFC | 2026-07-26
Josh McGuire · Jul 26, 2026 · 54m
The speaker emphasizes that hating sin and loving righteousness brings an unparalleled joy, citing Hebrews 1:9 as evidence of Christ's secret life. He outlines five primary ways one can sin: through action (breaking commandments), speech (including profanity and lying), motive (doing good deeds for the wrong reason), and two other areas to be covered later in the talk. The central message is a deep focus on cleansing the inner self, or 'the inside of the cup.'
12mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC Memory Verse | 2026-07-26 | Galatians 6:7
CFC Messages · Jul 26, 2026 · 12m
The message centers on the principle that God cannot be mocked; whatever a person sows, they will reap. The speaker contrasts sowing to the flesh (sin) which yields corruption, with sowing to the Spirit, which results in eternal life. He encourages believers to remain diligent in doing good works and not lose heart, drawing parallels between physical discipline and spiritual disciplines.
57mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen - The Eternal Life is to Know God | Austin CFC | 2026-07-08
Zac Poonen · Jul 16, 2026 · 57m
The speaker clarifies that biblical eternal life is not merely living forever but rather knowing God the Father and Jesus Christ personally through the Holy Spirit, as defined by Jesus in John 17:3. True knowledge of God requires an intimate union, likened to a husband and wife's relationship, which necessitates confessing all sins and abandoning any tendency to blame others. The breaking of this connection with God is evidenced by pointing fingers at another person.
12mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC Memory Verse | 2026-07-12 | Galatians 5:26
CFC Messages · Jul 12, 2026 · 12m
The message centers on Galatians 5:26, warning against boastfulness, challenging others, and envy, which are all rooted in pride and self-centeredness. The speaker emphasizes that humility is the foundation of spiritual growth, noting that without it, believers lose their spiritual fruit. He encourages listeners to actively seek God's help to break free from a competitive spirit and instead focus on Christ.
1h 22mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen - Q&A Session | Austin CFC | 2026-07-08
Zac Poonen · Jul 10, 2026 · 1h 22m
The discussion centers on how to address sin or error within the church while maintaining purity and love. The key takeaway is that one's motive must be examined: if the goal is Christ's glory and the purity of the church, speaking up (either directly or through elders) is necessary. Paul's confrontation with Peter serves as an example that upholding gospel truth for the sake of the church supersedes personal comfort or seniority.
12mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC Memory Verse | 2026-06-28 | 2 Corinthians 2:11
CFC Messages · Jun 28, 2026 · 12m
The central message emphasizes the necessity of forgiving others so that Satan cannot use unforgiveness against believers. The speaker warns that holding onto bitterness leads to deep-seated issues like hardness of heart and lack of trust, which are difficult to remove alone. True forgiveness must come from the heart and should be immediate when a brother repents, requiring a diligent effort rooted in humility.
58mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Suren Gurivireddy - "Put on the New Self” | Austin CFC | 2026-06-14
Suren Gurivireddy · Jun 14, 2026 · 58m
The message centers on the necessity of believers actively discarding their former sinful nature—the 'old self'—and adopting a new life in Christ. Paul instructs that because we have been taught by the truth found in Jesus, our response must be to put off behaviors corrupted by deceit and lust. This requires recognizing our old patterns of thinking and living so we can intentionally replace them with God's way.
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.
52mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Josh McGuire - War and Hell | Austin CFC | 2026-03-29
Josh McGuire · Mar 29, 2026 · 52m
The speaker addresses the question of why there is conflict and 'war' in the world, drawing heavily from James 4. He argues that the root cause of all conflict—whether between nations or within a family—is selfish desire and the pursuit of personal pleasure over submitting to God's will. He illustrates this point by tracing patterns of grasping and coveting throughout scripture, citing examples from Eden, Cain, and Jacob.
47mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
David Raju - Our Choices Make Us | Austin CFC | 2026-03-15
David Raju · Mar 15, 2026 · 47m
The central message is that our daily choices determine our spiritual harvest, contrasting sowing into the 'flesh' with sowing into the 'spirit.' Drawing from Galatians 6 and Romans 7-8, the speaker emphasizes that human willpower fails against sin, but true freedom comes through recognizing the power of the Holy Spirit. The battle is won not by fighting harder, but by consciously setting our minds on spiritual things.
38mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Suren Gurivireddy - “Perfecting Holiness in the Fear of God" | Austin CFC | 2025-08-31
CFC Messages · Sep 2, 2025 · 38m
The central message emphasizes the necessity of understanding God's holiness, arguing that this revelation is prerequisite for fully grasping God's love and grace. The speaker uses passages from Exodus 3 (the burning bush), Isaiah 6 (seraphim proclaiming 'Holy, holy, holy'), and Revelation 4 to illustrate the overwhelming nature of God's purity. Seeing God's holiness forces an individual to confront their own sinfulness.
40mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Josh McGuire - "Begin by Being Blameless" | Austin CFC | 2025-08-17
Josh McGuire · Aug 17, 2025 · 40m
The central message is the importance of being blameless, defined by taking personal responsibility for one's sin rather than blaming others. The speaker contrasts the pattern of blame seen in Adam and Eve with the example of Job, who accepted his suffering without blaming God or others. Ultimately, he encourages listeners to embrace acknowledging their own failings through confession, drawing parallels from scripture like Ephesians 1:4.
42mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Josh McGuire - "Beware of the Leaven of Herod" | Austin CFC | 2025-07-20
Josh McGuire · Jul 20, 2025 · 42m
The speaker uses the biblical warning about 'leaven' (yeast) to illustrate that God's warnings are rooted in love, urging listeners to take them seriously. He focuses specifically on the 'leaven of Herod,' suggesting it relates to worldliness and material focus, contrasting this with the more commonly discussed leaven of the Pharisees. The message emphasizes paying close attention to Jesus' urgent warnings.
42mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Joshua McGuire- Three chief sinners
CFC Messages · Feb 22, 2025 · 42m
The speaker discusses how spiritual light reveals sin, noting that dwelling only on one's own sin can lead to self-pity rather than true repentance. He examines the progression of Paul's statements—from calling himself the 'least of the apostles' to declaring himself the 'chief of sinners'—to show that genuine realization leads not to despair, but to a deeper understanding of God's grace. The central message is that recognizing one's sin must lead toward transformation and living in reality, rather than wallowing in self-condemnation.
41mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Joshua McGuire | Am I a Nebuchadnezzar? | Austin CFC | 2021-02-07
Joshua McGuire · Feb 22, 2025 · 41m
The speaker discusses five areas where God's will is clearly stated in scripture: avoiding sexual immorality, rejoicing always, praying always, being thankful always, and doing right/submission to authority. He emphasizes that achieving these things is a process of pressing on toward perfection, not an automatic accomplishment. The message concludes by drawing parallels from the Book of Daniel, highlighting examples like Daniel's early resolve against sin and Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's unwavering faith.
44mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC Josh McGuire - Seven Ifs - 2020-03-22
Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 44m
The sermon explores seven 'if' statements found in John 1-2, emphasizing that Christian fellowship requires active participation and honesty. The speaker stresses that true relationship with God is built by walking in the light—acknowledging sin and living according to what God has revealed—rather than claiming perfection or denying personal failings.
28mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC | Josh McGuire - Refreshing & Ignorance | 2020-05-24
Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 28m
The message emphasizes viewing sin with hatred, drawing parallels from Jesus's life and the necessity of repenting. Repentance is defined as a 180-degree turn—turning away from idols to return to God—which results in sins being wiped away and bringing refreshing from the Lord. The speaker encourages listeners to actively repent by making amends for wrongs, especially concerning money or hurt feelings.
35mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC | Josh McGuire - Overcoming Temptation
Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 35m
The speaker challenges listeners to view Christian life as a battle against sin, emphasizing that the enemy is internal rather than external. He stresses adopting the mindset of hating sin because this hatred fuels a love for righteousness, which is key to spiritual joy. The message outlines the sequence: temptation leads to sin, and sin leads to death, urging believers to focus their energy on resisting temptation before it leads to actual sin.
24mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC - Josh McGuire - Seven Ifs
Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 24m
The sermon explores seven conditional 'if' statements found in John 1, arguing that these conditions reveal necessary components for true Christian fellowship. The speaker emphasizes that genuine connection with God and others requires actively walking in the light—being honest about sin rather than denying it. This process of self-examination leads to cleansing from sin.
31mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Josh McGuire - Humility: The Solution to Every Problem | Austin CFC | 2020-09-06
Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 31m
The speaker argues that humility is the solution to every problem, drawing from biblical principles like those found in James 4:6 and 1 Peter 5:5. He cautions against 'false humility' and suggests that true humility, modeled after Christ, leads to purity and a deeper awareness of God's presence. The message emphasizes that this virtue is foundational to Christian living.
33mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Josh McGuire | Beware of the Competition | Austin CFC 2021-06-13
Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 33m
The speaker cautions against internal competition, arguing that it manifests in any area where we feel strong or compare ourselves to others. He warns that this spirit of rivalry can destroy relationships, citing examples from the Garden of Eden and Cain and Abel. Ultimately, he urges listeners to examine their hearts regarding godly relationships, asking if they approach them with a spirit of fellowship rather than competition.
41mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Josh McGuire - Cures for Anxiety | Austin CFC | 2021-10-17
Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 41m
The speaker addresses anxiety, arguing that while modern life presents many stressors, the root cause of deep-seated worry stems from sin entering humanity in Eden. He asserts that instead of relying on psychology or worldly coping mechanisms, believers should turn to Scripture, specifically quoting Proverbs 12:25 which suggests a good word brings joy and strengthens the heart. Ultimately, he frames anxiety as a form of disobedience, urging listeners to treat the commandment 'be anxious for nothing' as a serious call to repentance.
28mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Josh McGuire - Money, p6: Grabbing | Austin CFC | 2022-11-27
Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 28m
The speaker discusses the persistent human tendency to 'grab' for things, using the analogy of a child fighting over a toy car. He connects this impulse to spiritual life, noting that while we are taught restraint, our flesh still has a tendency to grasp. Drawing from scripture, he suggests that the Bible exposes these hidden tendencies, urging self-examination regarding what we cling to in life.
52mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Josh McGuire - “Jonathan - A Picture of True Fellowship” | Austin CFC | 2024-12-22
Josh McGuire · Jan 20, 2025 · 52m
The speaker uses the familiar story of David and Goliath to illustrate that our greatest battles are not against physical enemies, but against Satan, the world, and most significantly, our own flesh. He emphasizes that understanding the full narrative beyond the initial confrontation is crucial for spiritual growth. The message directs listeners to focus on the subsequent events in 1 Samuel 17.