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1h 39mZac Poonen · Mar 20
1h 28mZac Poonen · Mar 13
1h 27mZac Poonen · Mar 6
1h 30mZac Poonen · Feb 27
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1h 35mZac Poonen · Feb 13
1h 32mZac Poonen · Feb 6
1h 21mZac Poonen · Jan 16
1h 25mZac Poonen · Jan 9
1h 25mZac Poonen · Dec 26
1h 19mZac Poonen · Dec 19
1h 36mZac Poonen · Dec 12
1h 27mZac Poonen · Dec 5
1h 12mZac Poonen · Nov 28
1h 11mZac Poonen · Nov 21
51mZac Poonen · Nov 14
1h 19mZac Poonen · Nov 7
1h 40mZac Poonen · Oct 31
1h 31mZac Poonen · Oct 24
1h 28mZac Poonen · Oct 3
1h 33mZac Poonen · Sep 26
1h 32mZac Poonen · Sep 19
1h 11mZac Poonen · Sep 5
1h 27mZac Poonen · Aug 29
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.
1h 39mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Mar 20, 2022 · 1h 39m
The message emphasizes the principle that God honors those who honor Him, drawing parallels to judging others, as we will be judged by our own standards. The speaker encourages the congregation to receive God's word with attentive hearts to allow for lasting transformation for God's glory.
1h 28mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Mar 13, 2022 · 1h 28m
The message emphasizes that true Christianity is rooted in discipleship, recalling that the term 'Christian' originally referred to disciples in Antioch. The speaker argues that merely seeking forgiveness or assurance of heaven is insufficient for building a life, home, or church. True discipleship requires a deeper commitment to following Christ's path, moving beyond superficial religious understanding.
1h 27mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Mar 6, 2022 · 1h 27m
The message emphasizes that the Lord desires a love that comes from the heart—an undistracted devotion—rather than mere outward actions. The speaker encourages the congregation to live according to the sentiment of Psalm 73:25, declaring that in heaven, they have no one else to desire besides the Lord. This calls for a deep, all-consuming love for Christ.
1h 30mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Feb 27, 2022 · 1h 30m
The message emphasizes the profound truth that God is love, drawing from 1 John 4:16-19. It stresses the importance of being deeply secured in God's love to protect believers from deception and to grow in faith. The core message is that our understanding of God's love must be rooted in scripture and personal experience of that love.
1h 37mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2022 · 1h 37m
The message addresses the concept of self-condemnation, clarifying that true condemnation comes only from Satan, not from God. It emphasizes that believers who are in Christ Jesus are declared righteous, and therefore, there is no condemnation. The speaker encourages the congregation to understand their inheritance in the Lord and to be liberated from dwelling in self-condemnation.
1h 35mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2022 · 1h 35m
The message emphasizes that the fear of God is the foundation of all wisdom, drawing from Psalm 8:3-4. The speaker warns that living according to one's lusts is a sign of ignorance regarding God, citing 1 Peter 1:14. True Christians, having been called by the Holy One, must strive to be holy in all behavior because God is holy.
1h 32mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Feb 6, 2022 · 1h 32m
The sermon warns believers about eight ways they can deceive themselves, drawing from the warning in 2 Corinthians 11:3. The core message is to guard the simplicity and purity of their devotion to Christ against deceptive teachings or false spirits. The speaker urges the congregation to heed these warnings to prevent being led astray from the true gospel.
1h 21mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 16, 2022 · 1h 21m
The message emphasizes that believers are called to be heavenly-minded, reflecting the transformation that occurs through Christ's death and resurrection. It encourages the congregation to respond to God's love and high calling by allowing the Lord to transform them to perfect His likeness and image. The core teaching draws from the truth that in God, there is no concept of time.
1h 25mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 9, 2022 · 1h 25m
The sermon focuses on acknowledging God's constant presence and power, particularly through the theme of grace. The speaker guides the congregation through worship, prayer, and reflection on God's saving acts, emphasizing the need to bring our lives as a daily offering of worship. The message concludes by encouraging reliance on God's promises and strength for the future.
1h 25mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Dec 26, 2021 · 1h 25m
The message emphasizes the importance of understanding prophecy, particularly from Daniel 12, which the speaker notes was sealed until the end times. He draws a distinction between 'understanding' (knowledge found in the Old Testament) and 'revelation' (which is revealed by the Father in the New Testament). The core message is that believers must be prepared for the Lord's return by having this divine revelation.
1h 19mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Dec 19, 2021 · 1h 19m
The speaker begins by leading the congregation in worship, focusing on praising God's holiness and goodness. The core message then shifts to scripture, specifically Hebrews chapter 3, where the speaker draws a contrast between the old covenant (represented by Moses) and the new covenant through Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that Jesus is considered worthy of greater glory than Moses.
1h 36mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Dec 12, 2021 · 1h 36m
The sermon encourages the congregation to actively participate in building up the body of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship involves living in alignment with Christ's example, as highlighted by the memory verse from 1 John 2:6. The service concludes with worship, prayer, and a focus on receiving the Holy Spirit's guidance.
1h 27mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Dec 5, 2021 · 1h 27m
The central message is that the true fruit of serving the Lord is holiness, which means being sanctified and becoming more Christ-like over time. The speaker warns against those who merely use Jesus for self-promotion, emphasizing that genuine service leads to a life that reflects increasing holiness and Christ-likeness in all areas of life. This is rooted in the call to be holy because God is holy.
1h 12mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Nov 28, 2021 · 1h 12m
The message emphasizes the critical importance of true repentance for a stable and consistent Christian life, comparing it to a strong foundation for a building. The speaker advises understanding what genuine repentance entails to build a firm walk with God, noting that humility leads to grace, which in turn grants victory over sin.
1h 11mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Nov 21, 2021 · 1h 11m
The message emphasizes that true Christian living requires aligning earthly ambitions with heavenly desires, which is achieved by embracing the New Covenant established by Christ's blood. The speaker warns that intellectual understanding of faith is insufficient; genuine transformation must manifest in daily life, especially when facing real-world pressures.
51mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Nov 14, 2021 · 51m
The message emphasizes that children are a gift from God and that parents have a vital role in raising them in a god-fearing way. Drawing from Proverbs 22:6, the speaker stresses that parents must actively train their children in God's ways from the earliest age, starting with teaching obedience and the meaning of 'no.' Furthermore, the speaker advises that mothers, who are often at home, play a crucial role in enforcing these godly disciplines within the family.
1h 19mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Nov 7, 2021 · 1h 19m
The speaker discusses the unique nature of ministry in the New Covenant, noting that unlike the Old Testament prophets who often worked in isolation, the New Testament shows Jesus sending out people in pairs. He uses the example of Peter and John, and Paul and Barnabas, to illustrate that the Holy Spirit enables people to work together harmoniously, which was impossible in the past due to human nature and lack of understanding of grace.
1h 40mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 31, 2021 · 1h 40m
The message encourages the congregation to hear the Lord's call to walk with Him in a deeper, closer manner, referencing John's vision on Patmos. It emphasizes that while not everyone is called to preach or evangelize, all Christians are called to be witnesses of what the Lord has done in them, empowered by the Holy Spirit.
1h 31mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 24, 2021 · 1h 31m
The central message revolves around identifying the most important commandment, which Jesus taught is to love the Lord God with all one's heart, soul, and mind. The speaker emphasizes that Christian life requires setting God's kingdom and love as the absolute first priority, which should guide all other aspects of life, including church attendance. He cautions that merely attending for sermons is insufficient, as Jesus came for fellowship and building up the local church body.
1h 28mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 3, 2021 · 1h 28m
The message encourages believers not to let past failures discourage them, drawing parallels between parental disappointment and God's desire for spiritual maturity. The core message is to press on toward perfection, maintaining the standard of faith already attained, rather than dwelling on past shortcomings. This requires a commitment to growth and maturity in the Christian life.
1h 33mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Sep 26, 2021 · 1h 33m
The sermon addresses the common misunderstanding of the word 'grace,' noting that it is often misrepresented and misused. The speaker argues that grace is not simply 'unmerited favor' in a general sense, but rather has a specific meaning that must be understood carefully. He begins by directing the congregation to examine scripture, specifically Luke chapter 2, to understand the true nature of grace and how it applies to Jesus's life.
1h 32mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Sep 19, 2021 · 1h 32m
The message centers on the power of the blood of Christ, referencing Revelation 12:11, which states that believers overcome the devil through the blood of the lamb and the word of testimony. This power is available in the new covenant, enabling believers to overcome the devil's lies and temptations, a freedom not possible under the old covenant.
1h 11mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Sep 5, 2021 · 1h 11m
The message emphasizes the necessity of being filled with the Holy Spirit, noting that this power from on high is essential for living the Christian life, echoing Jesus' own ministry. The speaker also cautions against basing church affiliation on convenience or size, pointing out that Jesus' ministry was not defined by large crowds but by divine power.
1h 27mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Aug 29, 2021 · 1h 27m
The message warns believers against the attitude of doing the bare minimum required for salvation, suggesting that merely avoiding hell is insufficient. True salvation requires actively embracing and living out the great salvation offered, rather than just meeting the minimum requirements. Neglecting spiritual growth, even if one doesn't reject the message, can lead to drifting away from God's presence.