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1h 51mZac Poonen · Apr 1
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1h 50mZac Poonen · Feb 18
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1h 45mZac Poonen · Mar 20
2h 5mZac Poonen · Mar 13
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 51mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Apr 1, 2018 · 1h 51m
The message emphasizes that true worship is not limited to Sunday services but should be a continuous 'sacrifice of Thanksgiving' offered throughout our entire lives. The speaker encourages the congregation to thank God for everything, recognizing that nothing happens by accident, and to live a life that constantly honors Him. A special prayer is offered for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit, particularly upon the young people.
1h 41mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Mar 4, 2018 · 1h 41m
The sermon begins with praise and worship, leading into a discussion based on 1 Corinthians 10. Paul warns the Corinthian Christians by referencing the Israelites who failed to enter the Promised Land, despite experiencing many miraculous events. The central message is that merely participating in religious rituals or experiencing spiritual blessings is insufficient; one must heed the warnings and live in obedience to God.
1h 50mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Feb 18, 2018 · 1h 50m
The sermon focuses on the boundless nature of God's love, mercy, and grace, emphasizing that salvation is a gift that should not be neglected. The speaker repeatedly directs the congregation to praise Jesus, acknowledging that our redemption and eternal life are secured through Christ's blood and sacrifice. The message encourages believers to live in gratitude for this undeserved grace.
1h 45mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Feb 11, 2018 · 1h 45m
The speaker encourages the congregation to align their focus with God's interests, drawing parallels from the heavenly worship described in Revelation 4. The central message is that believers should actively praise and worship God, recognizing His supreme worthiness, as this is how they can be in tune with heaven. The sermon concludes with a prayer for divine guidance and the ministry of the Word.
1h 41mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Feb 4, 2018 · 1h 41m
The sermon, though largely punctuated by music and prayer, draws on scripture to emphasize God's power to renew the spirit and forgive sins. It centers on the themes of salvation through Christ's sacrifice and the ongoing need for God's grace and perseverance to endure to the end. The message encourages the congregation to worship God for His mercy and strength.
1h 54mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 21, 2018 · 1h 54m
The message centers on the profound lesson from Matthew 18 regarding the desire to be great, contrasting the worldly desire for recognition within the church with the humility of a little child. The speaker urges the congregation to meditate on the simple thoughts of a baby to achieve spiritual growth, while also balancing this with the maturity required for adult responsibilities within the church.
1h 33mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 7, 2018 · 1h 33m
The message warns that in the last days, mockers will question the promise of Christ's return, suggesting that everything remains unchanged since creation. However, the speaker reminds the audience that the current heavens and earth are reserved for fire for the day of judgment, emphasizing that with the Lord, one day is like a thousand years.
1h 13mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 2, 2017 · 1h 13m
The speaker emphasizes that a believer must actively claim every promise in the Bible, as unclaimed promises will not materialize. Regarding prayer, he warns that prayer is ineffective if one has unconfessed sin or unresolved grudges. Furthermore, he cautions against meaningless repetition in prayer, citing Matthew 6:7, and advises that prayer should stem from a genuine burden given by God.
1h 17mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 1, 2017 · 1h 17m
The sermon outlines three foundational 'stories' for building the church, starting with the foundation: realizing God's perfect love for us, as exemplified by the Father's love for Jesus. The second story emphasizes maintaining a blameless conscience at one's current level of understanding, recognizing that others may not be at the same spiritual standard. The third story, drawn from Paul's defense, teaches that the true 'cult' is one that believes and serves God according to everything written in the Word.
1h 16mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 1, 2017 · 1h 16m
The speaker warns against modern-day exploitation, drawing parallels between historical instances of selling salvation (like the early Reformation) and contemporary instances where healing or prosperity are sold for money. He emphasizes that true spiritual protection comes from diligently checking scripture, as the early church advised. Ultimately, he encourages the congregation to stand for righteousness by relying on God's provision rather than worldly means or begging.
1h 13mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 1, 2017 · 1h 13m
The central message revolves around the biblical principle that one cannot serve both God and money, citing Luke 16:13. The speaker urges the audience to be brutally honest with Scripture, recognizing that God's Word is a surgeon's knife meant to bring life, not death. True discipleship requires confronting uncomfortable truths about one's devotion, as neglecting this truth can lead to spiritual deception.
1h 11mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 1, 2017 · 1h 11m
The message emphasizes that God accepts offerings based on the quality of what is given, referencing the contrast between Cain and Abel. True devotion requires bringing the best to God, which extends beyond material offerings to include one's whole life and relationships. The speaker warns that a lack of genuine devotion, symbolized by bringing less than one's best, can stifle the fire and anointing of God's presence.
2h 14mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Aug 27, 2017 · 2h 14m
The speaker reflects on the history and blessings of the community, noting that the gathering is part of a 42nd anniversary celebration. He emphasizes the importance of remembering God's faithfulness, citing scripture passages about dwelling in unity and the Lord doing great things. The message concludes with a call to give thanks for the spiritual nourishment, fellowship, and continued guidance from God.
1h 52mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 16, 2017 · 1h 52m
True wisdom is achieved through a dual process: maturing in thought while maintaining the childlike dependence on God in the heart. The speaker emphasizes that studying God's Word is essential for intellectual growth, citing Paul's instruction to Timothy. Furthermore, wisdom is cultivated by living under God's grace, as exemplified by Jesus's own growth, and by honoring one's parents while maintaining spiritual discernment.
40mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 16, 2017 · 40m
The sermon emphasizes that children are a gift from the Lord and that parents must train them to be spiritually equipped, comparing them to arrows for a warrior to fight Satan. Beyond physical education, the core message stresses building deep fellowship with children, advising parents to approach them with friendship rather than strict control, and to model humility in their own lives.
1h 6mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2017 · 1h 6m
The speaker contrasts the understanding of God's power and wisdom in the Old Covenant versus the New Covenant, emphasizing that God's way of thinking is fundamentally different from human logic. He stresses that true spiritual understanding comes from the Holy Spirit, which guides believers to hear God's voice in their hearts, rather than relying on worldly resources like money or physical comfort.
1h 34mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2017 · 1h 34m
The central message is that raising godly children is the responsibility of the parents, primarily the father, who must diligently teach them God's Word and ways from childhood. The speaker emphasizes that this instruction must happen at home, not solely in Sunday school, and provides practical advice for parents to integrate spiritual teaching into daily family life, such as during dinner. He stresses the importance of fathers taking this leadership role seriously.
58mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2017 · 58m
The speaker emphasizes that God calls people when they are young, using biblical examples like Joseph to illustrate that God's calling is not based on current status, wealth, or worldly achievements. He stresses that God chooses the humble and reminds the audience that true identity and security come from being
1h 15mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2017 · 1h 15m
The sermon argues that true wisdom requires confronting and overcoming known sins, using anger as a primary example. The speaker contrasts worldly self-control (like yoga) with true spiritual wisdom, noting that suppressing anger internally is dangerous. He emphasizes that anger dwells in the heart of a fool and that believers must emulate Jesus' non-retaliatory response, understanding that anger itself is a sin unless it concerns the glory of God.
1h 13mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2017 · 1h 13m
True divine wisdom is fundamentally different from human cleverness, as illustrated by Jesus' words in Matthew 11:25. The Bible reveals profound truths not to the wise or intelligent, but to the humble, like little children. Therefore, accessing God's wisdom requires abandoning self-reliance and embracing a posture of deep humility and helpless dependence on Christ.
1h 24mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Apr 3, 2016 · 1h 24m
The message emphasizes that true Christian life involves actively growing in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ, which is evidenced by increasing reverence or the fear of God. The speaker contrasts the 'gospel of forgiveness of sins'—which only saves one from Hell—with the gospel of 'gaining the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ,' which requires continuous spiritual growth. This growth is necessary to avoid being an empty vessel before God.
33mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Mar 27, 2016 · 33m
The central message is that the primary purpose of gathering on Sunday is to build genuine fellowship, which is more vital than merely hearing the word of God. True fellowship requires believers to walk in the light in their personal lives, as otherwise, the gathering will only amount to mere friendship. Jesus's prayer in John 17 emphasizes that the world will believe that Jesus was sent by the Father when His followers are united.
1h 45mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Mar 20, 2016 · 1h 45m
The service is a worship session focused heavily on praising God's enduring love, the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, and the grace found in Him. The message emphasizes that God's love is boundless and that believers are called to worship Him and acknowledge His lordship in their lives and homes. It concludes with prayers for God's presence and guidance.
2h 5mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Mar 13, 2016 · 2h 5m
The sermon reflects on the early history of humanity, specifically comparing Cain and Seth from Genesis chapter 4. The speaker warns against parental arrogance, using Eve's statement about giving birth to Cain as an example of attributing accomplishment to human effort rather than divine help. He stresses the difference between genuine encouragement and puffing up a child's ego, cautioning that pride is opposed by God.