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12mApril 14 | Daily Devotion | Without God We Can Do Nothing | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 13
11mApril 10 | Daily Devotion | Ask God For Wisdom In Faith Without Any Doubting | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 9
11mApril 4 | Daily Devotion | Preserve Yourself In Fervent Devotion To Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 3
8mApril 2 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Made Satan Powerless Against You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 1
12mMarch 28 | Daily Devotion | Two Things That Will Protect You From Deception | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 27
11mMarch 27 | Daily Devotion | All Grace Abounds To Those Who Give Their All To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 26
11mMarch 17 | Daily Devotion | We Go Astray When We Lose Our Devotion To Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 16
8mMarch 15 | Daily Devotion | Can The Lord Boast Of You To Satan? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 14
13mMarch 14 | Daily Devotion | Two Things Required To Become Spiritual | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 13
10mMarch 8 | Daily Devotion | Persevering In Love And Faithfulness To Our Bridegroom | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 7
9mMarch 6 | Daily Devotion | The Lord Will Fight For You If You Keep Silent | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 5
9mMarch 5 | Daily Devotion | God Is Faithful In Every Temptation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 4
12mMarch 2 | Daily Devotion | Let The Word Of God Abide In You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 1
12mMarch 1 |Daily Devotion |Be Filled With The Holy Spirit To Be Thankful In All Situations |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 28
12mFebruary 21 | Daily Devotion | Is Your Foundation Strong? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20
10mFebruary 19 | Daily Devotion | I Believe I Can Walk In Footsteps Of Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 18
10mFebruary 12 | Daily Devotion | God Will Make A Way Of Escape Through Grace | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11
12mFebruary 9 | Daily Devotion | Claim God's Magnificent Promises By Fulfilling The Conditions
Zac Poonen · Feb 8
9mFebruary 7 | Daily Devotion | God's Grace Is Sufficient For Me | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6
9mFebruary 6 | Daily Devotion | God Will Not Allow A Test Beyond My Ability To Bear | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 5
10mFebruary 5 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Will Save Me From All My Sins | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 4
13mFebruary 4 | Daily Devotion | Having Faith For New Covenant Promises | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 3
11mJanuary 31 | Daily Devotion | Prove Yourselves To Be Doers Of God’s Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 30
9mJanuary 28 | Daily Devotion | Divine Wisdom Is A Matter Of Heart | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 27
August 3 | Daily Devotion | Repentance Is The Mark Of Being Truly Born Again | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Repentance is the defining mark of a truly born-again Christian. Without genuine repentance—a turning away from sin with changed behavior—one's claim to conversion is hollow and superficial.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
April 14 | Daily Devotion | Without God We Can Do Nothing | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 13, 2026 · 12m
Zac Poonen emphasizes that apart from Christ, all human effort amounts to nothing, using John 15:5 as the foundation. He illustrates how works done without dependence on God may appear impressive but are ultimately worthless (wood, hay, and stubble), while only Spirit-empowered works endure for eternity. Poonen challenges believers to examine their true motives and inner attitudes, particularly regarding the love of money, and to recognize their complete dependence on God in all areas of life, ministry, and service.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
April 10 | Daily Devotion | Ask God For Wisdom In Faith Without Any Doubting | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 9, 2026 · 11m
Drawing from James 1:5-7, Zac Poonen teaches that believers should ask God for wisdom in practical situations without doubting, emphasizing that God gives generously and without rebuke. He illustrates this with examples of needing wisdom in family relationships and highlights that doubt—which stems from not trusting God's goodness—prevents receiving God's blessings, making faith without wavering essential for answered prayer.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
April 4 | Daily Devotion | Preserve Yourself In Fervent Devotion To Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 3, 2026 · 11m
Zac Poonen teaches that maintaining fervent devotion to Christ is the primary safeguard against spiritual deception. He emphasizes that false prophets and deceptive doctrines specifically target believers who have shifted their primary allegiance away from Christ toward other things—money, ministry, status, or earthly possessions. The key to protection is keeping Christ as the central focus and greatest love of the Christian life.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
April 2 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Made Satan Powerless Against You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 1, 2026 · 8m
Jesus died on the cross not only to forgive sins and crucify our old nature, but specifically to make Satan powerless against believers. Satan, though not dead, is now paralyzed like a snake without the ability to harm those who recognize Christ's victory and stand in faith against him, freeing believers from fear of the devil.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
March 28 | Daily Devotion | Two Things That Will Protect You From Deception | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 27, 2026 · 12m
Zac Poonen emphasizes that genuine conversion requires recognizing sin and desiring to be free from it, not merely intellectual agreement or church attendance. He warns that those who reject the truth about their sinfulness risk divine deception, where God Himself sends a deceiving influence so they believe falsehood and think themselves saved when they are not.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
March 27 | Daily Devotion | All Grace Abounds To Those Who Give Their All To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 26, 2026 · 11m
Zac Poonen teaches that God blesses those who surrender everything to Him without holding back, just as Jesus gave all to His Father. Using biblical principles like the law of sowing and reaping and the burnt offering, he emphasizes that partial commitment blocks God's fullness, including the Holy Spirit's power, and that cheerful, complete giving opens the floodgates of God's grace.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
March 17 | Daily Devotion | We Go Astray When We Lose Our Devotion To Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 16, 2026 · 11m
Zac Poonen teaches that spiritual deception enters when believers lose their fervent devotion to Jesus Christ, becoming susceptible to false prophets and deceptive doctrines. He emphasizes that maintaining a passionate love relationship with Christ as one's primary focus is the essential protection against deception, and warns that allowing other things—money, ministry, prestige, or even false gospels presented by charismatic leaders—to take priority creates vulnerability to Satan's schemes.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
March 15 | Daily Devotion | Can The Lord Boast Of You To Satan? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 14, 2026 · 8m
Zac Poonen challenges believers to develop unwavering faith and faithfulness to God, using the apostle Paul as an example of how God allows trials and suffering in the lives of His most faithful servants to demonstrate to Satan that His people will remain loyal regardless of circumstances. He urges Christians to move beyond superficial religious practices and instead develop deep, genuine faith through prayer, Bible study, and personal dedication to God, promising that such faithfulness leads to a life without regret.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
March 14 | Daily Devotion | Two Things Required To Become Spiritual | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 13, 2026 · 13m
To become spiritually rich and fulfill God's purpose for your life, you need two essential things: humility and reverence for God. Bitterness, pride, and unforgiveness can destroy God's plan for you, while humility combined with a godly fear that seeks not to hurt God enables you to complete the work He has given you to do and avoid the distraction of seeking earthly honor or recognition.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
March 8 | Daily Devotion | Persevering In Love And Faithfulness To Our Bridegroom | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 7, 2026 · 10m
The message uses the analogy of a fiancée waiting for her beloved groom (Christ) to illustrate Christian faithfulness. The central message is the necessity of a passionate desire for holiness, demonstrated by immediately confessing every sin, no matter how small, rather than waiting or minimizing it. The speaker urges listeners to base their faith and worship only on what is explicitly taught in Scripture, rejecting traditions or practices not found in the Bible.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
March 6 | Daily Devotion | The Lord Will Fight For You If You Keep Silent | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 5, 2026 · 9m
The central message is that when facing conflict, the believer should remain silent and trust in God's fight. The speaker draws parallels from Psalm 46:10 ("Be still and know that I am God") and 2 Chronicles 20, advising that instead of fighting, one should stand still and wait for deliverance. Furthermore, the speaker emphasizes that spiritual warfare requires refusing to fight with human beings, as doing so forfeits power against Satan.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
March 5 | Daily Devotion | God Is Faithful In Every Temptation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 4, 2026 · 9m
God is faithful and will never allow believers to face temptations or trials beyond what they can bear; He provides grace and strength to endure. Drawing from personal testimony of overcoming asthma in Bangalore and reflecting on Christ's sufferings, the speaker emphasizes that believers can trust God through difficult circumstances, knowing that Jesus himself was acquainted with sickness and suffering to be our forerunner in all areas of life.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
March 2 | Daily Devotion | Let The Word Of God Abide In You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 1, 2026 · 12m
The central message emphasizes the profound power of allowing God's Word to abide deeply within the believer, comparing it to treating divine teaching as something precious rather than disposable. The speaker uses examples from Jesus' ministry to illustrate that God's plan can sometimes supersede immediate good works, and true faith is characterized by humble submission, like the Roman Centurion's trust in his superior officer. Ultimately, abiding in Christ's words leads to a deeper connection with God's will.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
March 1 |Daily Devotion |Be Filled With The Holy Spirit To Be Thankful In All Situations |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 28, 2026 · 12m
To cultivate genuine thanksgiving in all situations, we must be filled with the Holy Spirit rather than pursuing worldly pleasures and luxuries. Being filled with the Spirit transforms us from naturally complaining people into those who give thanks in everything, which reflects the character of heaven itself and demonstrates authentic faith regardless of our circumstances.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
February 21 | Daily Devotion | Is Your Foundation Strong? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2026 · 12m
Zac Poonen teaches that a strong Christian foundation requires genuine repentance (a complete 180-degree turn from sin) combined with faith in Christ, not faith alone. He emphasizes that justification means God clothes us with Christ's righteousness, giving us assurance of acceptance and peace with God, and that forgiveness from God is conditional on our willingness to forgive others who have harmed us.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 19 | Daily Devotion | I Believe I Can Walk In Footsteps Of Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 18, 2026 · 10m
The message encourages listeners to seriously commit to following Christ's footsteps, emphasizing that following Him means embracing the ordinary, daily aspects of life rather than just grand gestures. The speaker stresses that true discipleship involves humility, being willing to do anything—even tasks considered beneath one's dignity—and trusting that God will provide the necessary power when asked. The core message is to start small, build faith through obedience, and approach God with belief rather than condemnation.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 12 | Daily Devotion | God Will Make A Way Of Escape Through Grace | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11, 2026 · 10m
God's grace, not human effort, is the power that enables believers to overcome sin and trials. Living under grace means relying on God's strength rather than trying to conquer sin through personal effort, and this reliance produces both victory over sin and mercy toward others; God promises never to allow trials beyond what we can bear, and His grace provides the way of escape and the strength to endure.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
February 9 | Daily Devotion | Claim God's Magnificent Promises By Fulfilling The Conditions
Zac Poonen · Feb 8, 2026 · 12m
The sermon emphasizes that many promises from God are conditional, warning against the false belief that one can
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 7 | Daily Devotion | God's Grace Is Sufficient For Me | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6, 2026 · 9m
The central message is that God's grace is sufficient for every situation we face, drawing from 2 Corinthians 12:9. The speaker uses the analogy of a hidden rock under a river to illustrate that God will raise the level of His grace rather than removing the difficult circumstances. This grace empowers believers to overcome challenges, whether they involve difficult people, persistent problems, or physical ailments, and it is a source of humility.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 6 | Daily Devotion | God Will Not Allow A Test Beyond My Ability To Bear | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 5, 2026 · 9m
God promises in 1 Corinthians 10:13 that He will never permit believers to be tested beyond their ability to bear, and will always provide a way to endure. Zac Poonen illustrates this through personal examples, emphasizing that God prepares His servants over time before allowing greater trials, and that believers should depend entirely on God's faithfulness rather than their own strength.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 5 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Will Save Me From All My Sins | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 4, 2026 · 10m
Jesus promises to save believers from their sins, not as a command requiring self-effort but as a gracious promise depending on faith and trust in Him. Drawing from Matthew 1:21 and Romans 6:14, Zac Poonen emphasizes that sin no longer has dominion over those who live under grace rather than law, and calls believers to claim this promise by overcoming common sins like anger, lust, lying, and bitterness through faith in Christ's power, making them true overcomers who transform their homes and churches.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
February 4 | Daily Devotion | Having Faith For New Covenant Promises | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 3, 2026 · 13m
The speaker argues that many Christians mistakenly cling to the 'old covenant' blessings—such as earthly prosperity or vengeance against neighbors—instead of embracing the 'new covenant.' The core message is that true Christian life requires becoming an overcomer over sin, the world, and the flesh, rather than focusing on earthly disputes. He emphasizes that the new covenant calls believers to an inward joy and focus on Christ's finished work.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
January 31 | Daily Devotion | Prove Yourselves To Be Doers Of God’s Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 30, 2026 · 11m
The message emphasizes that true faith requires action, urging listeners to be doers of God's word rather than mere hearers, comparing hearing God's word to looking in a mirror that reveals sin. Key areas of self-deception include ignoring wrongs done to others, failing to control one's tongue, and claiming to have no sin. The central call is to live with humility, recognizing the constant possibility of sin in one's actions and words.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
January 28 | Daily Devotion | Divine Wisdom Is A Matter Of Heart | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 27, 2026 · 9m
Divine wisdom differs fundamentally from intellectual cleverness—it requires a humble, pure heart rather than mental acuity. Zac Poonen teaches that spiritual understanding comes only when we acknowledge our spiritual foolishness and dependence on God's revelation, not through our own intelligence or cleverness, citing Jesus's promise to reveal truth to the humble rather than the intellectually proud.