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11mApril 21 | Daily Devotion | Fruitfulness Through Brokenness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 20
7mApril 18 | Daily Devotion | Be A True Worshipper | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 17
12mApril 15 | Daily Devotion | The Most Important Ministry Everyone Should Have | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 14
9mApril 13 | Daily Devotion | Family Life Is Very Important In Building The Body Of Christ |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 12
9mApril 12 | Daily Devotion | Old Covenant Or New Covenant Christian? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 11
9mApril 8 | Daily Devotion | Be Like Jesus In Attitude, Humility And Taking Up The Cross | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 7
12mApril 7 | Daily Devotion | God Had Provided Something Better For Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 6
12mApril 4 | Daily Devotion | The Humility of Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 3
15mApril 3 | Daily Devotion | Take Up Your Cross Daily | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 2
15mApril 2 | Daily Devotion | Act Like Men | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 1
12mApril 1 | Daily Devotion | Trusting In God's Purpose For Our Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
10mMarch 28 | Daily Devotion | Presenting A Pure Offering And Breaking Free From Traditions |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 27
11mMarch 22 | Daily Devotion | The Way To See Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 21
12mMarch 20 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Gave Us A New Commandment | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 19
8mMarch 16 | Daily Devotion | Become Like Little Children | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 15
15mMarch 13 | Daily Devotion | Learning To Be A Servant | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 12
8mMarch 12 | Daily Devotion | Love The Church And Give Yourself For It | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 11
14mMarch 11 | Daily Devotion | Having The Attitude Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 10
12mMarch 9 | Daily Devotion | Seeking To Follow In The Footsteps Of Jesus Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 8
10mMarch 6 | Daily Devotion | Let Your Home Be Heaven On Earth! | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 5
15mMarch 1 | Daily Devotion | Live By The Principles That Jesus Lived By On Earth | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 29
10mFebruary 29 | Daily Devotion | Partaking of God’s Nature | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 28
9mFebruary 26 | Daily Devotion |Not Tithing! But Offering Your Body As A Living Sacrifice! |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 25
11mFebruary 24 | Daily Devotion | Do Not Waste Your Life! Only One Thing Is Needful! | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 23
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.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
April 21 | Daily Devotion | Fruitfulness Through Brokenness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 20, 2024 · 11m
The central message is that true spiritual fruitfulness comes not from merely being blessed, but from being broken by God. Just as Jesus multiplied the loaves by breaking them, believers must allow God to break them—through humbling experiences—to experience a greater outpouring of God's power. The speaker uses examples from Moses and King Saul to illustrate that God often uses brokenness to prepare leaders and individuals for greater service, emphasizing the need to remain humble and small in one's own eyes to enter the Kingdom of God.
7mCFC Daily Devotions
April 18 | Daily Devotion | Be A True Worshipper | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 17, 2024 · 7m
True worship is not merely singing songs or expressing gratitude; it is a profound dedication of one's entire life to God, exemplified by Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac. The speaker outlines four levels of communication with God—prayer, thanksgiving, praise, and worship—and clarifies that true worship is found in the spirit, desiring nothing on earth except God. This requires becoming a 'maximum Christian' who is willing to lay down everything for Him.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
April 15 | Daily Devotion | The Most Important Ministry Everyone Should Have | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 14, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that the most vital pursuit in life is seeking the glory of the Lord, exemplified by David's desire to dwell in God's presence rather than asking for worldly comforts. The speaker advises believers to prioritize spending time with Jesus, like Mary at his feet, over being overly focused on ministry tasks. Ultimately, true spiritual life is found in seeking God's face, which guarantees provision and strength.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
April 13 | Daily Devotion | Family Life Is Very Important In Building The Body Of Christ |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 12, 2024 · 9m
The central message emphasizes that a strong church is built upon strong, godly homes. Key advice for marriage includes practicing forgiveness quickly and never going to bed angry. For parenting, the speaker stresses training children in the ways of the Lord by teaching them scripture, encouraging them often, and being present for them, especially during difficult teenage years.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
April 12 | Daily Devotion | Old Covenant Or New Covenant Christian? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 11, 2024 · 9m
The central message is that true New Covenant Christianity is not defined by doctrinal knowledge, but by a life transformation that mirrors Christ. The speaker warns against being satisfied with intellectual understanding of scripture, emphasizing that one must constantly compare their life to Jesus' life. Purification is a lifelong process where the believer must actively crucify their own fleshly desires, unlike the instantaneous burial of the old self.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
April 8 | Daily Devotion | Be Like Jesus In Attitude, Humility And Taking Up The Cross | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 7, 2024 · 9m
The central message is that the Christian life is defined by humility, exemplified by Jesus Christ. The speaker urges listeners to adopt the attitude found in Christ, referencing Philippians 2:5, and to learn from Jesus' example of gentleness and humility found in Matthew 11:29. True humility is internal and cannot be faked through reputation, and this focus on Christ is reinforced by fixing our eyes on Him, especially through the ultimate act of humility on the cross (Hebrews 12:2).
12mCFC Daily Devotions
April 7 | Daily Devotion | God Had Provided Something Better For Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 6, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that the greatest calling for Christians is not performing spectacular miracles or doing impressive works, but rather following Jesus' example. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life involves continually depending on the Holy Spirit and modeling Christ's example in daily living, such as attitude toward sin, money, and family. He concludes by pointing to Hebrews 12:1-2, stating that running the race by looking unto Jesus is far superior to any historical miracle.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
April 4 | Daily Devotion | The Humility of Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 3, 2024 · 12m
The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship means emulating the humility of Jesus, which is best seen not in grand miracles but in simple acts like washing feet. He argues that the world sees God's greatness in creation, but a true disciple sees it in Christ's humility. Furthermore, he points to the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew, noting that its inclusion of women from morally questionable backgrounds (Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba) proves that Jesus came to call sinners to repentance, not just the righteous.
15mCFC Daily Devotions
April 3 | Daily Devotion | Take Up Your Cross Daily | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 2, 2024 · 15m
The central message is to follow the example of Jesus Christ by taking up the cross daily, which requires constant self-denial and humility. The speaker contrasts this daily walk with the failures of others, emphasizing that true discipleship means actively choosing to love, forgive, and submit even when provoked. Failing to take up the cross daily makes one an enemy of Christ.
15mCFC Daily Devotions
April 2 | Daily Devotion | Act Like Men | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 1, 2024 · 15m
The central message is that true manhood, as exemplified by Christ, is not about physical strength but about living a life of profound humility and faithfulness. The speaker urges listeners to look to Jesus as the model for enduring the cross daily, which is presented as the better thing compared to the miracles of the Old Covenant. Disciples must be willing to endure reproach and go outside the comfort of compromising Christianity to follow Christ.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
April 1 | Daily Devotion | Trusting In God's Purpose For Our Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2024 · 12m
The central message emphasizes learning to hear God's voice primarily through deep study of the Bible, rather than relying on dreams or fleeting messages. The speaker uses the example of Joseph to illustrate that God can use even the greatest evil—like betrayal and imprisonment—to bring about a greater good, mirroring the cross of Christ. Ultimately, true discipleship involves trusting God's overarching purpose even when facing personal suffering or the malice of others.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
March 28 | Daily Devotion | Presenting A Pure Offering And Breaking Free From Traditions |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 27, 2024 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes that God desires an offering that is pure, not merely ritualistic or cheap. He uses biblical examples, such as the blood on the door and the Red Sea crossing, to illustrate that true spiritual life requires a complete break from old ways, symbolized by obedience. The core message is that genuine spiritual growth comes from obedience to scripture, not from maintaining traditions or pleasing people, especially when it means confronting established norms.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
March 22 | Daily Devotion | The Way To See Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 21, 2024 · 11m
To see Jesus clearly, one must be willing to undergo a profound 'brokenness,' much like a grain of wheat that must fall into the ground to produce much fruit. This willingness requires prioritizing the desire to see Jesus over maintaining one's earthly attractiveness or reputation within the church. True fruitfulness comes not from being preserved, but from being broken open, echoing examples like Mary breaking the costly perfume jar.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
March 20 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Gave Us A New Commandment | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 19, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that the 'new commandment' to love one another, as exemplified by Jesus' love, requires a self-sacrificial commitment. This love demands that believers be willing to die to their own self-will, even when facing criticism or correction from others. Furthermore, the speaker notes that a sign of God's love in mature Christianity is not just encouragement, but also discipline and rebuke.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
March 16 | Daily Devotion | Become Like Little Children | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 15, 2024 · 8m
The central message is that to enter God's Kingdom, one must become like a little child, characterized by profound humility. The speaker contrasts this childlike humility with the tendency in the church to compare oneself to others or seek status. He emphasizes that true discipleship involves decreasing self-importance so that Christ can increase, and warns against looking down on or stumbling over the vulnerable, especially children.
15mCFC Daily Devotions
March 13 | Daily Devotion | Learning To Be A Servant | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 12, 2024 · 15m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian life requires being filled with the Holy Spirit, which produces unselfishness and humility, contrasting it with artificial humility. The speaker draws parallels between the law of gravity and God's law: God gives grace to the humble and opposes the proud. Ultimately, the Christian's calling is to be a servant, following Jesus' example of emptying himself, rather than seeking to rule or be exalted over people.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
March 12 | Daily Devotion | Love The Church And Give Yourself For It | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 11, 2024 · 8m
Building a church requires more than just following doctrine or pattern; it demands the 'fire of God,' which comes through humble, God-fearing individuals. The speaker emphasizes that true service involves radical self-denial, mirroring the selfless love Christ showed the church. To build God's church, one must be willing to sacrifice everything, acting out of love rather than selfishness or pride.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
March 11 | Daily Devotion | Having The Attitude Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 10, 2024 · 14m
The central message emphasizes adopting the attitude of Christ by abandoning selfishness and pride, as taught in Philippians 2. True Christian living requires a commitment to pressing on to perfection, which means prioritizing the building of the church over personal gain, honor, or reputation. The speaker stresses that genuine holiness is selfless, seeking the good of others rather than personal glory.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
March 9 | Daily Devotion | Seeking To Follow In The Footsteps Of Jesus Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 8, 2024 · 12m
The true grace of God, as exemplified by Christ, is demonstrated by following His sinless example in life. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual fullness comes not from external displays like shouting, but from an inward attitude of thanksgiving and freedom from sin. Furthermore, the message advises wives that true grace in marriage is shown through respectful behavior, not external adornments or preaching.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
March 6 | Daily Devotion | Let Your Home Be Heaven On Earth! | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 5, 2024 · 10m
The message emphasizes living a balanced Christian life characterized by constant gratitude and freedom from grumbling or complaining, citing Philippians 2:4-15. The speaker stresses that this requires acknowledging our inability to live righteously on our own, necessitating reliance on the Holy Spirit's work within us. True spiritual breakthrough, like Lazarus's resurrection, only occurs when we reach a point of complete personal depletion, yielding to God's timing and power.
15mCFC Daily Devotions
March 1 | Daily Devotion | Live By The Principles That Jesus Lived By On Earth | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 29, 2024 · 15m
The message emphasizes that Christians should follow Jesus' principles rather than merely admiring his life. It teaches that overcoming life's challenges requires drawing upon God's grace, which is accessed by asking Him for power, not by trying to obey through personal effort alone. Furthermore, the speaker stresses the importance of filling one's mind with God's Word to counter temptation, contrasting this with filling the mind with unnecessary worldly information.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 29 | Daily Devotion | Partaking of God’s Nature | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 28, 2024 · 10m
The highest goal in spiritual life is to partake of God's nature, which is holiness, rather than merely avoiding sin for fear or reputation. This transformation is a process where sin becomes unnatural, like water off a duck's back. Furthermore, the speaker emphasizes that love must increase in both knowledge and discernment, which is crucial for leaders to correctly guide and protect others.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 26 | Daily Devotion |Not Tithing! But Offering Your Body As A Living Sacrifice! |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 25, 2024 · 9m
The central message urges believers to respond to God's salvation not with mere financial tithing, but by presenting their entire bodies as a living sacrifice, as commanded in Romans 12:1. The speaker emphasizes that this sacrifice requires self-denial—cutting up one's eyes, tongue, and hands—to dedicate them to God's will rather than worldly desires. True spiritual worship is demonstrated by how one lives throughout the entire week, not just during Sunday services.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
February 24 | Daily Devotion | Do Not Waste Your Life! Only One Thing Is Needful! | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 23, 2024 · 11m
The central message emphasizes that the most crucial thing in life is to sit at the feet of God and listen to His word, rather than focusing on outward achievements or ministry success. The speaker advises against being distracted by worldly fame or the desire to be a renowned preacher, encouraging instead a deep, quiet listening to God's guidance. This principle applies to all, regardless of gender or perceived gifting, as true ministry flows from hearing God clearly.