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10mJune 15 | Daily Devotion | Fervently Love God And Serve Him All Your Days | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 14
11mJune 14 | Daily Devotion | What Jesus Wants From Us? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 13
9mJune 13 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Will Baptize You With Holy Spirit And Fire | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 12
10mJune 12 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Faithful In Little Things | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11
12mJune 11 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Fulfill All Righteousness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 10
8mJune 9 | Daily Devotion | Accept Correction And You Will Grow Spiritually | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 8
13mJune 7 | Daily Devotion | The Most Important Thing In Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 6
13mJune 6 | Daily Devotion | We Must Love God With All Our Heart | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 5
12mJune 5 | Daily Devotion | The Importance Of Meditating God's Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 4
10mJune 2 | Daily Devotion | Let Your Love Abound With Discernment | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
8mMay 25 | Daily Devotion | The Wonderful Message Of The Gospel | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 24
16mMay 24 | Daily Devotion | Are you Gathering Treasure or Trash? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 23
9mMay 22 | Daily Devotion | Be Freed From The Greatest Hidden Idol | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 21
8mMay 21 | Daily Devotion | The Ministry Of John The Baptist For Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 20
9mMay 16 | Daily Devotion | With Christ I Can Do Everything | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 15
11mMay 14 | Daily Devotion | Repenting Till The End Of Our Lives | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 13
13mMay 11 | Daily Devotion | Is It Worth Serving A God Who Demands From Me Everything I Have?
Zac Poonen · May 10
9mMay 10 | Daily Devotion | I Will Never Offer To God That Which Costs Me Nothing | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 9
7mMay 1 | Daily Devotion | Seeing Our Need To Fulfill Our Calling | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 30
8mApril 30 | Daily Devotion | The Gift We Must Seek To Serve Others | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 29
11mApril 29 | Daily Devotion | Meaning Of True Repentance | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 28
11mApril 25 | Daily Devotion | Live Under The Headship Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 24
9mApril 23 | Daily Devotion | Life In The Holy Spirit | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 22
11mApril 22 | Daily Devotion | Walking According To The Spirit | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 21
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.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 15 | Daily Devotion | Fervently Love God And Serve Him All Your Days | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 14, 2024 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes that a truly vibrant Christian life stems from a deep, fervent devotion to Christ, which is a work of the Holy Spirit. He uses personal anecdotes, including a near-fatal accident and his commitment to serving God out of love rather than for reward, to illustrate this point. Ultimately, he compares this selfless devotion to the profound love relationship with Christ, stating that serving God is an eternally satisfying experience.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
June 14 | Daily Devotion | What Jesus Wants From Us? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2024 · 11m
The central message is that true worship involves declaring to Jesus that nothing on earth is desired more than Him, as exemplified by Psalm 73:25. The speaker emphasizes that genuine spirituality comes from being a worshipper, not just knowing scripture, and that this devotion must remain constant even when life circumstances change. Ultimately, the goal is to love Christ supremely, prioritizing Him above career, wealth, comfort, or even ministry itself.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
June 13 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Will Baptize You With Holy Spirit And Fire | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 12, 2024 · 9m
The speaker emphasizes that true fullness of the Holy Spirit is not a one-time event but requires continuous commitment to 'the way of the Cross.' He uses the analogy of a cup becoming a bucket, tub, lake, and river to illustrate that consistent self-denial and following Christ's path increase one's capacity to receive the Spirit. The message concludes by urging listeners to move beyond initial spiritual experiences and embrace a lifelong walk of discipleship to experience the continuous flow of the Spirit's power.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 12 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Faithful In Little Things | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11, 2024 · 10m
The central message emphasizes that faith, not human reason or understanding, is the greatest asset in the Christian life. The speaker draws from Proverbs 3 to warn against leaning on reason, citing Jesus's consistent praise of faith, even in seemingly insignificant acts. He also stresses the importance of appreciating others, even unbelievers, and notes that true discipleship requires humility and an honest heart, free from hypocrisy.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
June 11 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Fulfill All Righteousness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 10, 2024 · 12m
Jesus' initial ministry began by fulfilling all righteousness, as exemplified by His baptism in the Jordan River. The speaker argues that while salvation comes through faith and repentance, believers must take the seemingly small aspects of Christian practice—like baptism, breaking bread, or head covering—seriously because they are part of God's plan to fulfill righteousness. Arrogance leads us to dismiss these practices as mere symbols, but Jesus viewed them as essential to His divine purpose.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
June 9 | Daily Devotion | Accept Correction And You Will Grow Spiritually | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 8, 2024 · 8m
The speaker emphasizes that spiritual growth requires accepting correction, rebuke, and discipline from the Lord, comparing this to anointing with oil. He shares a personal testimony about how enduring years of misunderstanding and silence was crucial for God to build the ministry of CFC. Ultimately, he urges listeners to submit to God's discipline, recognizing that when God
13mCFC Daily Devotions
June 7 | Daily Devotion | The Most Important Thing In Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 6, 2024 · 13m
The most important commandment is to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind, which supersedes all other concerns. The speaker argues that most life tensions, including those in marriage and church fellowship, stem from failing to prioritize this all-encompassing love for God. True freedom from anxiety comes from seeking God's kingdom first, as taught in Matthew 6:33.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
June 6 | Daily Devotion | We Must Love God With All Our Heart | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 5, 2024 · 13m
The ultimate goal of Christian teaching is to guide people to love God with all their heart, soul, and mind. The speaker distinguishes between a good conscience (where one confesses sins) and a pure heart (where nothing is loved except God). True discipleship requires prioritizing God above all else, as this supreme love will permeate and improve every area of life, including work and relationships.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
June 5 | Daily Devotion | The Importance Of Meditating God's Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 4, 2024 · 12m
The central message emphasizes the vital discipline of meditating on God's Word daily, going beyond mere reading. The speaker stresses that true spiritual sustenance comes from allowing the Word to guide one's life, citing Jesus' reliance on scripture during temptation. Developing this habit, even with printed Bibles, is presented as foundational for spiritual growth and finding God's guidance in difficult times.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 2 | Daily Devotion | Let Your Love Abound With Discernment | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2024 · 10m
The central message emphasizes the necessity of developing discernment, which is distinct from judging others. The speaker advises believers to be wise as serpents but harmless as doves, urging the audience not to be fooled by appearances or pass judgment prematurely. True wisdom involves trusting in God's ultimate revelation rather than relying solely on one's senses or immediate opinions.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
May 25 | Daily Devotion | The Wonderful Message Of The Gospel | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 24, 2024 · 8m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian life involves understanding that believers died, were buried, and resurrected with Christ, leading to a heavenly mindset. Because believers are seated with Christ in the heavenly places, they must focus their minds on eternal things rather than earthly attachments. This requires recognizing that one's life is hidden with Christ, compelling one to walk in the manner of Christ, who lived with a heavenly mind.
16mCFC Daily Devotions
May 24 | Daily Devotion | Are you Gathering Treasure or Trash? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 23, 2024 · 16m
The message centers on Paul's realization that everything worldly—including his former zeal, righteousness, and achievements—is 'rubbish' compared to knowing Christ. The core message is that true Christian life requires a radical re-prioritization, where one's primary focus is being a witness for Christ, viewing all worldly pursuits as insignificant by comparison. This perspective allows believers to rejoice always, even amidst severe hardship, as Paul demonstrated from prison.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
May 22 | Daily Devotion | Be Freed From The Greatest Hidden Idol | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 21, 2024 · 9m
The central message is that Christians must choose to serve only God, as it is impossible to serve both God and money. Drawing parallels from Elijah confronting the prophets of Baal, the speaker argues that the modern equivalent of Baal is money, which has become a hidden idol among many believers. True discipleship requires forsaking all other loves and allegiances to fully commit to Christ.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
May 21 | Daily Devotion | The Ministry Of John The Baptist For Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 20, 2024 · 8m
The central message urges parents to take the spiritual upbringing of their children with utmost seriousness, going beyond mere salvation to ensure they become committed disciples of Jesus. The speaker emphasizes that parents have a responsibility to continually exhort their children to turn from sin and follow Christ, drawing parallels to John the Baptist's ministry of turning hearts. Ultimately, the message stresses the necessity of constant repentance, citing Revelation's repeated call for churches to repent.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
May 16 | Daily Devotion | With Christ I Can Do Everything | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 15, 2024 · 9m
The central message is that 'with Christ I can do everything,' which is limited only to what is in God's will for one's life. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian living means focusing on God's specific calling rather than competing with others or pursuing worldly ambitions. He advises believers to constantly ask, 'Can I do this in fellowship with Jesus?' to ensure their actions align with God's plan.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
May 14 | Daily Devotion | Repenting Till The End Of Our Lives | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 13, 2024 · 11m
The central message emphasizes that repentance is not just for the beginning of the Christian life but must be a continuous practice throughout it. The speaker argues that the ultimate goal of salvation is to become fully like Christ, which requires daily repentance in areas where we fall short. He stresses that true progress in faith is demonstrated by a willingness to repent constantly, as this is the last command given to the church in Revelation.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
May 11 | Daily Devotion | Is It Worth Serving A God Who Demands From Me Everything I Have?
Zac Poonen · May 10, 2024 · 13m
The sermon uses Abraham's journey to illustrate the necessity of complete devotion to God, contrasting Abraham's initial disobedience (bringing his father and Lot) with his ultimate obedience. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires separating oneself from all earthly attachments—family, ambition, or even one's own children—to fulfill God's will. He concludes by advising listeners to
9mCFC Daily Devotions
May 10 | Daily Devotion | I Will Never Offer To God That Which Costs Me Nothing | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 9, 2024 · 9m
The speaker draws a principle from scripture, comparing the building of the Temple to the commitment required in worship. He emphasizes that true worship, like Abel's offering, requires giving everything, not just what is easy or costs nothing. The core message is that one must never offer to God what has not cost them something, applying this principle beyond finances to all areas of sacrifice in life.
7mCFC Daily Devotions
May 1 | Daily Devotion | Seeing Our Need To Fulfill Our Calling | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 30, 2024 · 7m
The central message emphasizes that seeing Jesus is seeing the Father, highlighting Jesus' humility, compassion, and opposition to those who profit from religion. The speaker urges believers to embrace the commission, comparing it to being an ambassador for Christ, and stresses that the first step to fulfilling this calling is repentance and being filled with the Holy Spirit, which empowers believers to go forth as witnesses.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
April 30 | Daily Devotion | The Gift We Must Seek To Serve Others | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 29, 2024 · 8m
The central message is that the desire to be filled with the Holy Spirit must be directed toward serving others, rather than just seeking personal experiences. The speaker challenges listeners to consider what they want to use the Spirit's power for—such as forgiving others, loving neighbors, or encouraging family—and to be willing to pay the necessary price for this transformation. Ultimately, the speaker emphasizes that being filled with the Spirit enables every believer to be a blessing by encouraging, challenging, and building up others in their daily lives.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
April 29 | Daily Devotion | Meaning Of True Repentance | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 28, 2024 · 11m
True repentance means a complete change of mind and direction, symbolized by turning around completely, away from sin and toward God. The speaker emphasizes that genuine prayer is impossible if one has wronged another person, citing Jesus' teaching to reconcile first. Furthermore, true discipleship requires actively forgiving others, as holding onto bitterness is described as poison.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
April 25 | Daily Devotion | Live Under The Headship Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 24, 2024 · 11m
The message emphasizes that true Christian life requires remaining under the headship of Christ, much like a branch connected to a tree, ensuring continuous fruitfulness. The speaker contrasts this with being a 'paralyzed arm'—a Christian who is nominally connected but functionally useless to the body of Christ. To truly 'act like a man' means living in absolute purity, humility, and dependence on God, following Christ's entire earthly example, not just his death and resurrection.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
April 23 | Daily Devotion | Life In The Holy Spirit | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 22, 2024 · 9m
The central message is that living in the Holy Spirit means consistently manifesting the life of Jesus Christ in one's daily life, which requires daily self-denial, or 'dying of Jesus.' This process involves being willingly delivered into difficult or challenging circumstances, as God uses these moments to reveal Christ's life—including kindness, humility, and forgiveness—through our words and conduct. Ultimately, this personal transformation is meant to flow outward, becoming a 'river' that blesses others.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
April 22 | Daily Devotion | Walking According To The Spirit | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 21, 2024 · 11m
The message emphasizes that living in the Spirit requires a daily, deliberate choice to walk by the Spirit rather than the flesh, which is not automatic. True life in Christ involves continually taking up the cross by allowing the 'sword' to fall on our self-life, which brings a delight similar to discarding garbage. This surrender is necessary for spiritual growth, discernment, and ultimately, life and peace.