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10mFebruary 23 | Daily Devotion | Listen To God Everyday | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 22
11mFebruary 22 | Daily Devotion | Don't Ever Lose Heart Or Feel Condemned | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
10mFebruary 21 | Daily Devotion | Forgetting The Things That Are Behind | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20
10mFebruary 20 | Daily Devotion | God Does Not Despise Anyone! | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 19
8mFebruary 18 | Daily Devotion | Not The Grave, But The Sky Is Our Goal | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 17
16mFebruary 15 | Daily Devotion | How Can I Endure In Love For Jesus Until The End? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 14
10mFebruary 7 | Daily Devotion | You Can Run In Such A Way That You Win The First Prize | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6
9mFebruary 6 | Daily Devotion | Let All That You Do Be Done In Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 5
9mFebruary 4 | Daily Devotion | Giving Your Best To God Is True Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 3
8mFebruary 3 | Daily Devotion | Increase And Abound In Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2
9mFebruary 2 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Come To Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1
14mJanuary 21 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Take The Blame | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 20
12mJanuary 19 | Daily Devotion | Have This Attitude Of Pressing On To Perfection | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 19
18mJanuary 17 | Daily Devotion | Having Authority By Living Under Authority | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 16
11mJanuary 16 | Daily Devotion | Become An Unworthy Slave | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 15
14mJanuary 15 | Daily Devotion | Make Zero Hypocrisy To Be Your Goal | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 14
14mJanuary 13 | Daily Devotion | Bearing The Image Of The Heavenly | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 12
18mJanuary 11 | Daily Devotion | God Has Determined My Destination | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 10
12mJanuary 8 | Daily Devotion | God Has Much More For Those Who Accept His Lordship | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 7
12mJanuary 6 | Daily Devotion | Total Commitment To Christ And Spiritual Prosperity | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 5
12mJanuary 5 | Daily Devotion | The Life Of Jesus Is The Light Of Mankind | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 4
12mJanuary 4 | Daily Devotion | Looking At Jesus As Our Example | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 3
11mJanuary 2 | Daily Devotion | Walking As Jesus Walked | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 1
9mDecember 30 | Daily Devotion | Live By Every Single Word Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 29
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
February 23 | Daily Devotion | Listen To God Everyday | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 22, 2024 · 10m
The central message emphasizes that the most crucial thing for a believer is to prioritize listening to God's word, as exemplified by Mary choosing to listen rather than serve. The speaker advises that while activity is good, deep listening and fellowship with God's word lead to greater spiritual accomplishment. This principle applies to all aspects of life, ensuring every believer remains connected to the head (Christ) by continually hearing His direction.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
February 22 | Daily Devotion | Don't Ever Lose Heart Or Feel Condemned | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2024 · 11m
The central message encourages believers to find the glory of Jesus in every part of scripture, which the Holy Spirit reveals. The speaker uses examples from Matthew 12 and John 7 to illustrate that true discipleship involves acknowledging personal failure and limitations, and responding to slight or ingratitude with forgiveness, mirroring Christ's example. This ability to see Christ's glory and emulate His character is the true ministry.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 21 | Daily Devotion | Forgetting The Things That Are Behind | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2024 · 10m
The central message encourages believers to focus entirely on becoming more like Jesus Christ, rather than on accomplishments or status. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship means pressing forward with a single goal: Christlikeness, which requires deliberately forgetting past achievements or failures. This focus is an act of the will, trusting in God's presence rather than one's own memory or works.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 20 | Daily Devotion | God Does Not Despise Anyone! | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 19, 2024 · 10m
The central message is that God does not despise anyone, and we should emulate this by treating others with grace rather than judging them by our own standards or culture. The speaker uses examples of cultural differences and the contrast between a 'teacher' and a 'father' to illustrate that true guidance requires patience and unconditional love, especially when others struggle to learn or conform.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
February 18 | Daily Devotion | Not The Grave, But The Sky Is Our Goal | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 17, 2024 · 8m
The central message is that the believer's ultimate goal should be the 'sky, not the grave,' anticipating the return of Christ. The speaker draws lessons from Enoch and Elijah, emphasizing that a life pleasing to God involves walking with Him, preaching judgment against sin, and maintaining a clear allegiance to God alone. Believers are encouraged to live actively, not just wait passively, for the Lord's return.
16mCFC Daily Devotions
February 15 | Daily Devotion | How Can I Endure In Love For Jesus Until The End? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 14, 2024 · 16m
The speaker argues that a Christian's devotion must be exclusively to Christ, warning against the spiritual 'harlotry' of prioritizing money or worldly attractions over God. He emphasizes that according to Jesus' teaching, one cannot serve two masters—God and wealth—and that true discipleship requires proving faithfulness through financial struggle, as God tests believers in this area before granting ministry.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 7 | Daily Devotion | You Can Run In Such A Way That You Win The First Prize | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6, 2024 · 10m
The message uses Paul's analogy of a race to encourage believers that they can achieve spiritual victory despite past failings. Key to winning is self-discipline, which means actively controlling one's desires and actions. Furthermore, spiritual progress requires constantly looking forward toward the goal rather than dwelling on past accomplishments.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 6 | Daily Devotion | Let All That You Do Be Done In Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 5, 2024 · 9m
The central message emphasizes that all actions must be performed in love, citing 1 Corinthians 16:14. The speaker argues that true faith requires living under the fear of God, which supersedes fear of man or worldly authorities. He stresses that enduring hardship and giving counsel must always be rooted in love, drawing parallels to Jesus' ministry which aimed at salvation through both grace and necessary correction.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 4 | Daily Devotion | Giving Your Best To God Is True Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 3, 2024 · 9m
True faith is demonstrated by putting God first, which is exemplified by Abel's offering of his best to God. The speaker cautions against the common misunderstanding that God accepts offerings based on the offering itself, emphasizing instead that it is a heart of faith that God sees. Ultimately, giving God the best of your life and time, rather than just scraps, is what constitutes true faith.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
February 3 | Daily Devotion | Increase And Abound In Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2, 2024 · 8m
The central message emphasizes that true holiness is inseparable from love, as God is revealed as love. Drawing from 1 John and 1 Thessalonians, the speaker argues that to be established in holiness before Christ's return, believers must actively increase and abound in love for God and one another. A failure to love in specific areas of life prevents one from being ready for the Lord's coming.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 2 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Come To Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1, 2024 · 9m
The central message is that believers should habitually come directly to Jesus rather than relying solely on memorizing scripture verses or promises for rest. While Jesus invites all who are weary and heavy laden to come to Him, the speaker emphasizes that Christians often carry burdens—whether from sin, circumstances, or self-imposed guilt—that Jesus is equipped to lift. True rest comes from relationship with Christ, not just quoting doctrine.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
January 21 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Take The Blame | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 20, 2024 · 14m
The message urges listeners to move forward by forgetting past achievements and failures, warning against both pride in successes and regret over mistakes. The central theme is taking personal responsibility for sin, contrasting Adam's tendency to blame others with Christ's willingness to take the blame for sin on the cross. True discipleship requires confessing one's own sin without pointing fingers at others.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
January 19 | Daily Devotion | Have This Attitude Of Pressing On To Perfection | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 19, 2024 · 12m
The message encourages believers to adopt the attitude of constantly pressing on toward maturity and perfection, drawing parallels to a child's ambition. While acknowledging current imperfections is necessary, it is insufficient; one must actively desire and strive toward Christ-likeness. This proactive pursuit means embracing correction from others with gratitude, viewing it as a loving guide toward improvement.
18mCFC Daily Devotions
January 17 | Daily Devotion | Having Authority By Living Under Authority | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 16, 2024 · 18m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian authority comes not from knowledge or religious performance, but from complete submission to God's authority. The speaker draws parallels between the original sin (disobedience to God's authority) and the need for believers to submit to God's will in all areas of life. Ultimately, having authority over the devil and confusion in one's home depends entirely on one's own submission to Christ's authority.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
January 16 | Daily Devotion | Become An Unworthy Slave | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2024 · 11m
The message emphasizes the profound importance of humility, using the example of the Centurion who recognized his unworthiness before Jesus. The speaker draws a parallel between this humility and the biblical teaching that after fulfilling all commanded duties, one becomes an 'unworthy slave.' True spiritual growth requires avoiding pride and remembering that obedience, like the military discipline of marching regardless of obstacles, is paramount.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
January 15 | Daily Devotion | Make Zero Hypocrisy To Be Your Goal | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2024 · 14m
The speaker emphasizes two core principles for Christian living: sacrifice and submission to authority. He argues that true sacrifice, like that of David and Jesus, involves giving up what costs us everything. Furthermore, the most perfect life, exemplified by Jesus, is one where one never does their own will but instead submits completely to the will of the Father. This submission must be constant, even when inconvenient, and it requires actively seeking God's will in every area of life.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
January 13 | Daily Devotion | Bearing The Image Of The Heavenly | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 12, 2024 · 14m
The central message is that believers must shift their life's priorities from earthly concerns to bearing the image of heaven, exemplified by Christ. The speaker argues that true spirituality is not about maintaining outward decorum or pleasing people, but about prioritizing fellowship with God and embodying Christ's radical compassion, even if it causes offense. This requires a fundamental change in one's value system.
18mCFC Daily Devotions
January 11 | Daily Devotion | God Has Determined My Destination | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 10, 2024 · 18m
The speaker emphasizes that the most important focus in the Christian life is not merely reaching heaven, but being conformed to the image of Jesus Christ, which is God's predetermined destination for believers. He warns against 'majoring on minors'—getting sidetracked by good but secondary activities like evangelism—if it distracts from the primary goal of Christlikeness. True Christian living means integrating all aspects of life, including service and ministry, under the overarching goal of becoming like Jesus.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
January 8 | Daily Devotion | God Has Much More For Those Who Accept His Lordship | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 7, 2024 · 12m
The speaker emphasizes that true knowledge of God's love comes not from quoting scripture, but from the spontaneous, trusting reliance of a child on a father. He interprets John 17:23 to mean that God's deepest love is reserved for those who are utterly obedient disciples, like the eleven apostles. This obedience involves following Christ's direction, whether it means giving up a sin or fulfilling a specific command, and those who are in this group are promised blessings far exceeding worldly provision.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
January 6 | Daily Devotion | Total Commitment To Christ And Spiritual Prosperity | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 5, 2024 · 12m
The central message emphasizes that true commitment to Christ must be total, like a perfect marriage, rejecting any divided loyalty to the world. The speaker warns that merely accepting Christ is insufficient; one must be fully committed, confessing all wrongs, and understanding that God's election is based on His sovereign choice, not human merit. He stresses the necessity of deep, careful study of scripture to avoid false doctrines.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
January 5 | Daily Devotion | The Life Of Jesus Is The Light Of Mankind | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 4, 2024 · 12m
The speaker emphasizes that the life of Jesus, which was the light of mankind, is more crucial than adherence to doctrine. He argues that while doctrines must be obeyed, true spiritual life comes from embodying Christ's life, which involves being tempted and suffering like us. He encourages listeners to seek this life through a heart-felt passion and fear of God, rather than merely intellectual understanding.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
January 4 | Daily Devotion | Looking At Jesus As Our Example | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 3, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that the Christian life is defined by looking to Jesus as the ultimate example in worship and submission. The speaker highlights that Jesus's life, from being worshipped as a child to continuing in submission until age 30, models for believers how to live. This submission should extend even to imperfect parents or bosses, contrasting the desire for worldly recognition with the quiet, constant worship of Christ.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
January 2 | Daily Devotion | Walking As Jesus Walked | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 1, 2024 · 11m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian life is defined by actively following Jesus' example, which is not merely doctrinal adherence but a lifestyle of sinlessness and truthfulness. The speaker contrasts this with the Old Covenant and discusses the concept of salvation for all people, including those who die before conversion, through the cleansing power of Christ's blood. He concludes by contrasting the uncountable multitude in heaven with the symbolic 144,000, noting that even the latter group is characterized by never having told a lie.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
December 30 | Daily Devotion | Live By Every Single Word Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 29, 2023 · 9m
The message emphasizes that true life sustenance comes not from material things, but from living by every word of God. The speaker urges listeners to diligently study scripture daily, suggesting that consistent learning is necessary for spiritual growth and effectiveness in service. He concludes by encouraging the application of God's word in daily life, even within marriage, and challenging the audience to teach scripture to their children.