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39mCFC Bangalore Live · Jan 31
1h 43mCFC Bangalore Live · Jan 31
1h 2mCFC Bangalore Live · Jan 31
1h 54mCFC Bangalore Live · Jan 30
2h 24mCFC Bangalore Live · Jan 30
1h 57mZac Poonen · Jan 24
1h 36mZac Poonen · Jan 17
1h 22mZac Poonen · Jan 16
1h 28mZac Poonen · Jan 16
1h 37mZac Poonen · Jan 15
1h 26mZac Poonen · Jan 15
29mZac Poonen · Jan 15
59mSamuel and Joseph Kuruvilla · Jan 15
1h 11mCFC Bangalore Live · Jan 15
1h 12mZac Poonen · Jan 15
1h 41mZac Poonen · Jan 14
1h 8mR. Prabahar · Jan 14
1h 13mVictor Ramanathan · Jan 14
1h 36mZac Poonen · Jan 14
1h 34mCFC Bangalore Live · Jan 10
1h 59mZac Poonen · Jan 3
2h 31mCFC Bangalore Live · Jan 1
1h 30mZac Poonen · Dec 27
1h 32mZac Poonen · Dec 20
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Zac Poonen teaches that idolatry constitutes spiritual adultery against God, drawing a parallel between unfaithfulness in marriage and unfaithfulness in our devotion to God. The message calls believers to recognize idolatry in their lives and turn from it in repentance to restore their relationship with God.
39mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Jan 31, 2016 · 39m
The sermon emphasizes the profound nature of self-denial, arguing that true life is found not in physical existence but in the inner life—the 'self-life.' This concept is illustrated by the Lord's Supper, where participation requires more than mere ritual; it demands a commitment to dying to self. The speaker concludes by stressing that Christians must rely on the Holy Spirit for strength to live out this reality, even when provoked or insulted.
1h 43mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Jan 31, 2016 · 1h 43m
The sermon focuses on the immense value and preciousness of believers to God, drawing heavily from Isaiah 43. The speaker assures the congregation that because they have been redeemed through the blood of Jesus, they are deeply loved by God, who would even trade the whole world to bring them back. This realization should instill great confidence in God's constant presence and care.
1h 2mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Jan 31, 2016 · 1h 2m
The speaker emphasizes that true understanding of biblical concepts like humility and worship requires diligent study of the Bible, much like using a dictionary for difficult words. He outlines four stages of communication with God: prayer (asking for needs), thanksgiving (thanking God for answered prayers), praise (focusing solely on God's attributes), and worship (going beyond the previous three).
1h 54mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Jan 30, 2016 · 1h 54m
The message emphasizes the need for the church to be actively engaged in ministry, moving beyond mere existence to actively proclaiming the Gospel and living as witnesses. It calls for unity and preparation for the Lord's coming, stressing that the primary focus must be on saving souls for the Kingdom of God. The overall theme is a call to spiritual readiness and evangelism.
2h 24mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Jan 30, 2016 · 2h 24m
The sermon emphasizes the necessity of knowing the true God and Jesus Christ, stating that knowing Him is the only way to eternal life. It contrasts merely knowing about the Bible with truly meditating on God's Word, using the analogy of a mango tree to illustrate that consistent engagement with the Word produces lasting fruit, unlike superficial knowledge.
1h 57mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 24, 2016 · 1h 57m
The service is a continuous act of worship, focusing heavily on praise, thanksgiving, and acknowledging God's grace through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The central themes revolve around praising God's eternal nature, confessing sin, and celebrating the redemption found in Christ's blood.
1h 36mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 17, 2016 · 1h 36m
The sermon is largely a collection of worship songs and devotional readings, focusing heavily on praising God's majesty, the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, and the themes of salvation and redemption. The speaker encourages the congregation to praise God through all creation and to find refuge and strength in Christ's atoning work.
1h 22mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 16, 2016 · 1h 22m
The central message is that the biblical understanding of the church is not a physical building or a denomination, but rather a group of people called out from the world. The speaker contrasts this biblical definition with modern practices, such as electing leaders through voting, arguing that the church structure should follow the pattern of the New Testament, where God appoints leaders, not the people themselves.
1h 28mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 16, 2016 · 1h 28m
The sermon focuses on the theme of raising children in God's ways, drawing parallels between spiritual growth and the guidance needed for a child dedication. The message emphasizes that believers must actively teach and guide their children in the ways of the Lord. The provided transcript, however, is largely composed of worship songs and hymns, making it difficult to extract a specific, coherent teaching point beyond the general theme suggested by the title.
1h 37mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2016 · 1h 37m
The speaker contrasts the old covenant with the new covenant, emphasizing that the church is a small representation of the Kingdom of Heaven. He stresses that believers are blessed with the Holy Spirit and that true spiritual life is found in following Jesus, not merely adhering to legalistic traditions or accumulating wealth. The core message is about the reality of the Kingdom and the necessity of living by the Spirit's guidance.
1h 26mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2016 · 1h 26m
The sermon emphasizes that building the church requires building the family, citing 1 Timothy 3 to establish qualifications for an elder, including being above reproach and managing one's own household well. The speaker stresses that in the New Covenant, a godly family life is crucial for leadership, contrasting this with the Old Covenant where family life was not a qualification. Ultimately, the message calls for believers to raise their children to be born again and to discipline them according to God's example.
29mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2016 · 29m
The sermon emphasizes the importance of children obeying their parents, using biblical examples and modern analogies to illustrate the principle. The speaker advises that just as we must obey traffic signals, we must listen to the guidance of our parents and caregivers to live safely and correctly. Ultimately, the message calls for parents to pray and help raise children to be people of God.
59mCFC Bangalore Live
Samuel and Joseph Kuruvilla · Jan 15, 2016 · 59m
The message emphasizes that a life in the New Covenant is characterized by a deep, unquenchable thirst for God's living water, which cannot be taught but must be experienced. This life is marked by being filled with the Spirit, demonstrating brotherly love, unity, compassion, and humility. Ultimately, believers are called to live by blessing others rather than repaying evil with evil.
1h 11mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Jan 15, 2016 · 1h 11m
The message distinguishes between the Old Covenant life, which emphasized external righteousness, and the New Covenant life, which requires internal holiness written on the heart by the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian living involves a deep, internal cleansing and a holy fear of God, contrasting this with mere adherence to external rules. Believers must actively ask God in faith for this inner transformation to live out the reality of the New Covenant.
1h 12mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2016 · 1h 12m
God has a divine plan and consistently chooses individuals, often young ones, for His work, as seen throughout scripture. The key takeaway is that God is not searching to discover whose heart belongs to Him, because He already knows. Instead, He powerfully demonstrates His support for those who possess a wholehearted commitment to Him.
1h 41mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2016 · 1h 41m
The speaker emphasizes that knowing the truth is liberating, quoting Jesus' statement that 'the truth will set you free.' He asserts that the bondage experienced by Christians stems from their lack of knowledge regarding this truth, which the devil desires to keep them ignorant of. The message centers on understanding and embracing divine truth.
1h 8mCFC Bangalore Live
R. Prabahar · Jan 14, 2016 · 1h 8m
The speaker urges the congregation to focus their worries solely on the immense salvation provided by Christ, rather than worldly concerns like finances or career. He emphasizes that true Christian living, especially in the New Covenant, requires self-examination and humility, constantly being judged by the Word of God, just as the early apostles were. The core message is to live a life centered on Christ's sacrifice and grace, free from self-righteousness.
1h 13mCFC Bangalore Live
Victor Ramanathan · Jan 14, 2016 · 1h 13m
The sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing and correcting sins while they are small, drawing parallels from David's life and Paul's experience. The central focus is on understanding 'presumptuous sins'—sins committed after one has been clearly warned or enlightened about the truth. Such sins demonstrate a willful disregard for the truth received, which is a serious matter for believers.
1h 36mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2016 · 1h 36m
The sermon appears to be a devotional service featuring multiple songs and prayers rather than a continuous teaching message. The themes woven through the music and prayers revolve around gratitude to God, the power of the Holy Spirit, and the call to live in a new covenant life. The focus is on worship, remembrance of God's grace, and spiritual renewal.
1h 34mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Jan 10, 2016 · 1h 34m
The service was characterized by extensive corporate worship, featuring multiple songs of praise and adoration to God. The congregation repeatedly expressed gratitude for God's love, salvation, and presence, acknowledging Him as the Redeemer and Savior. The overall focus was on worshiping God's greatness and calling upon His continued guidance.
1h 59mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 3, 2016 · 1h 59m
The sermon uses John Bunyan's *Pilgrim's Progress* to illustrate the seriousness of sin and the necessity of salvation through Christ. It emphasizes that true conviction about sin leads one to follow the narrow path to salvation, even when mocked by family and friends. The message warns against those who approach salvation lightly, comparing them to 'Compromiser,' who lacks the deep burden of sin.
2h 31mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Jan 1, 2016 · 2h 31m
The message reflects on the faithfulness of God throughout the previous year, encouraging the congregation to receive the new year as a gift. Key themes include redeeming the time by making the most of the coming 12 months, desiring spiritual progress, and committing to living daily by faith and seeking a closer walk with Jesus.
1h 30mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Dec 27, 2015 · 1h 30m
The speaker urges listeners to take a daily inventory of their lives, drawing parallels from the Old Testament law regarding debt remission and the New Testament command to 'let the sun not set on your anger.' The central message is that true maturity involves resolving grievances and settling accounts with others immediately, rather than waiting for an annual or even daily deadline. This proactive reconciliation is presented as the ideal standard for New Covenant living.
1h 32mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Dec 20, 2015 · 1h 32m
The sermon focuses heavily on worship, praise, and adoration directed toward Jesus Christ, acknowledging His sacrifice on the cross and His resurrection. The message emphasizes that believers should direct all praise to Him, recognizing Him as the Lord of Life and the strong tower. It concludes with a call to worship God the Father and Jesus Christ, acknowledging God's mercy and provision for humanity.