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10mFebruary 8 | Daily Devotion | What It Means To Be Truly Spiritual | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 7
9mFebruary 3 | Daily Devotion | God Rejoices Over Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2
11mJanuary 31 | Daily Devotion | Prove Yourselves To Be Doers Of God’s Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 30
10mJanuary 23 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Filled By The Spirit Of Wisdom | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 22
10mJanuary 20 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Be Foolish, But Make The Most Of Your Time | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 20
10mJanuary 7 | Daily Devotion | God Gives Perseverance And Encouragement | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 6
12mJanuary 2 | Daily Devotion | The Right Way To Give | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 1
10mDecember 27 | Daily Devotion | Treasures Of Eternal Value In Your Bible | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 26
10mDecember 17 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Taught Us How To Pray Meaningfully | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 16
9mDecember 1 | Daily Devotion | Trust God’s Plan And His Provision | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 30
13mNovember 24 | Daily Devotion | Appreciate The Good First, Then Correct The Wrong | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 23
10mNovember 23 | Daily Devotion | Keep Your Conscience Like You Keep Your Eyes | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 22
9mNovember 22 | Daily Devotion | God Provides For The Righteous And Their Children | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 21
9mNovember 20 | Daily Devotion | Read Your Bible Everyday | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 19
9mNovember 8 | Daily Devotion | The Disciple Needs Revelation On The Son Of God And The Father
Zac Poonen · Nov 7
9mOctober 7 | Daily Devotion | Live By Every Single Word From The Mouth Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 6
11mOctober 6 | Daily Devotion | Respect God's Word By Reading It | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 5
9mSeptember 25 | Daily Devotion | Genuine Reverence For God Leads To A Cautious Approach To Judgment
Zac Poonen · Sep 24
10mSeptember 24 |Daily Devotion |The Foundation Of Wisdom And Learning From The Dying Thief |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 23
11mSeptember 16 | Daily Devotion | Being Conscious Of The Lord's Presence And Being Full Of Joy Always
Zac Poonen · Sep 15
11mSeptember 1 | Daily Devotion | Giving Our Best As An Offering To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 31
11mAugust 27 | Daily Devotion | A Mature Christian Grows In The Knowledge Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 26
11mAugust 20 | Daily Devotion | Putting Spirit First For An Exciting Christian Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 19
10mAugust 19 | Daily Devotion | Respect Every Word Of God For An Exciting Christian Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 18
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.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 8 | Daily Devotion | What It Means To Be Truly Spiritual | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 7, 2026 · 10m
True spirituality requires the Word of God to penetrate beyond mere intellectual understanding or emotional excitement, sinking deep into the spirit. The speaker emphasizes that this depth is achieved not just by reading scripture, but by actively applying it to daily life, specifically by taking up the cross—which means daily self-denial and dying to one's own will. This process moves the Word from the mind and feelings into the spirit, leading to genuine transformation.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 3 | Daily Devotion | God Rejoices Over Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2, 2026 · 9m
The Christian life is characterized by being more than conquerors, and God's love is unconditional, unlike the fear of being perpetually judged. The speaker emphasizes that believers should seek daily spiritual checkups by reading the Bible slowly, rather than waiting for external pronouncements. Ultimately, the message shifts to the joyful reality that God rejoices over His children, comparing this to a mother's overwhelming joy upon receiving a long-awaited child.
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.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
January 23 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Filled By The Spirit Of Wisdom | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 22, 2026 · 10m
The central message is that true wisdom comes from being filled with the Holy Spirit, which teaches one to fear and revere God above all else. Following Christ requires consciously choosing to be 'blind and deaf' to the deceptive influences of the world—what we see or hear—and instead basing decisions solely on God's Word. This continuous reliance on the Spirit allows one to grow in wisdom, mirroring Jesus' own life.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
January 20 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Be Foolish, But Make The Most Of Your Time | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 20, 2026 · 10m
The central message is the importance of being disciplined in the use of time, as time is a finite resource that cannot be recovered even by God. The speaker urges listeners to make the most of their 24 hours by intentionally setting aside time for Bible study, using the analogy of gathering up leftover fragments like the loaves and fishes. This disciplined use of time is presented as a way to grow spiritually and be equipped to share God's word with others.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
January 7 | Daily Devotion | God Gives Perseverance And Encouragement | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 6, 2026 · 10m
The message emphasizes that God provides perseverance and encouragement, drawing lessons from scripture, particularly the Old Testament. Using the Israelites' 40 years in the wilderness as an example, the speaker stresses that life is sustained not by material comfort or food, but by the Word of God. Therefore, believers must regularly read and meditate on the Bible to learn how to live by God's every word.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
January 2 | Daily Devotion | The Right Way To Give | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 1, 2026 · 12m
The speaker argues that many Christian denominations focus excessively on money and offerings, citing Voltaire's observation that all groups share a love for money. He contrasts this with Jesus' teaching that God desires a body, not offerings. To counter this, his church adopted policies of never paying its elders and never collecting offerings, believing this aligns better with God's will and the spirit of cheerful giving.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
December 27 | Daily Devotion | Treasures Of Eternal Value In Your Bible | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 26, 2025 · 10m
The central message is that the ultimate goal of Christian life is to become like Christ, which is facilitated by the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that the Bible is not meant merely for knowledge or public speaking, but for revealing the glory of Jesus Christ. When believers truly see Christ's glory in scripture, it leads to self-examination, causing us to recognize our own sinfulness, which ultimately leads to transformation into Christ's likeness.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
December 17 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Taught Us How To Pray Meaningfully | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 16, 2025 · 10m
Jesus taught that meaningful prayer begins by addressing God as 'Father,' recognizing Him as both loving and all-powerful. The structure of prayer should center on God's glory, asking for His name to be honored and His kingdom to come, before moving to personal requests. Crucially, one must forgive others genuinely to ask God for forgiveness, and all prayer should conclude by giving all glory back to God.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
December 1 | Daily Devotion | Trust God’s Plan And His Provision | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 30, 2025 · 9m
God is a faithful provider who cares for His children and has already made provision for our needs, even before we face difficulties. Through examples like the tree planted by the bitter waters in Exodus and God's hidden work in the book of Esther, Zac Poonen demonstrates that God's love and protection extend to every detail of our lives, and we should build our faith by recognizing His provision in both small and large circumstances.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
November 24 | Daily Devotion | Appreciate The Good First, Then Correct The Wrong | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 23, 2025 · 13m
God's pattern, as seen in scripture, is to first acknowledge and appreciate the good before addressing what is wrong. This principle is illustrated by God's dealings with Adam, the church in Ephesus, and the church in Thyatira, where praise precedes correction. The speaker advises that we should emulate this by being quick to encourage others, as focusing only on faults reveals a negative human nature, often stemming from jealousy.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
November 23 | Daily Devotion | Keep Your Conscience Like You Keep Your Eyes | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 22, 2025 · 10m
The message emphasizes keeping one's conscience clear, comparing it to keeping one's eyes clean, as taught by Jesus. Ignoring small wrongdoings or sins, like ignoring dust in the eye, leads to spiritual blindness. Maintaining a clear conscience requires immediate repentance and seeking forgiveness for every wrong, which allows God's light to shine into one's life, leading to deeper understanding of scripture. Furthermore, the speaker warns that neglecting God's word and failing to repent can lead to spiritual dullness, making one unable to hear God's voice.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
November 22 | Daily Devotion | God Provides For The Righteous And Their Children | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 21, 2025 · 9m
David's testimony in Psalm 37 reveals that God provides for the righteous and blesses their descendants, not through accumulated wealth but through the fruit of righteous living. Zac Poonen emphasizes that keeping a good conscience—avoiding dishonest gain, repaying debts, and resisting covetousness—is the true inheritance to leave children and grandchildren, illustrating through examples like Zacchaeus how righteousness brings God's blessing that multiplies far beyond money alone.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
November 20 | Daily Devotion | Read Your Bible Everyday | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 19, 2025 · 9m
The speaker warns against being deceived by false teachings, especially concerning the signs of the last days, emphasizing that mere knowledge of the Bible is insufficient. True spiritual life requires diligent, deep study of Scripture, comparing what is heard with what is read, much like learning a new language. He stresses that believers must actively pursue understanding the Word of God to avoid spiritual complacency.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
November 8 | Daily Devotion | The Disciple Needs Revelation On The Son Of God And The Father
Zac Poonen · Nov 7, 2025 · 9m
The central message emphasizes that true understanding of God, the Father, and the Son comes only through divine revelation, not merely through intellectual knowledge or study. The speaker argues that many people mistake mere head knowledge for genuine spiritual understanding, citing Matthew 16:17 to support that revelation must come from the Father. A life lacking this deep revelation results in a shallow faith, failing to transform one's attitude toward sin or one's relationship with God.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
October 7 | Daily Devotion | Live By Every Single Word From The Mouth Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 6, 2025 · 9m
The central message emphasizes that human life must be sustained by every word proceeding from God, not merely by material means. The speaker urges listeners to take God's Word seriously, both for personal growth and for teaching their children, warning against spiritual complacency. He encourages daily Bible reading, citing Jesus' reliance on scripture to overcome temptation, and stresses that a life truly lived for Christ requires constant immersion in God's Word.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
October 6 | Daily Devotion | Respect God's Word By Reading It | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 5, 2025 · 11m
The speaker strongly encourages the audience to read and systematically study the Bible daily, emphasizing that neglecting God's Word is an insult to God and Jesus Christ. He shares personal accounts of how consistent Bible study provided him with divine direction regarding his life, marriage, and overcoming temptation. Ultimately, the message stresses appreciating the gift of having the Bible in one's own language.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
September 25 | Daily Devotion | Genuine Reverence For God Leads To A Cautious Approach To Judgment
Zac Poonen · Sep 24, 2025 · 9m
Genuine reverence for God is characterized by a deep respect that influences how we process information, teaching us not to judge by what we merely see or hear. The speaker emphasizes that true reverence, which is linked to the fullness of the Holy Spirit, requires us to recognize the limitations of our own perception and understanding. This principle should guide us in judging others less, trusting that God alone is the ultimate judge.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
September 24 |Daily Devotion |The Foundation Of Wisdom And Learning From The Dying Thief |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2025 · 10m
The speaker uses the example of the dying thief on the cross to illustrate the importance of having a genuine reverence for God. He emphasizes that this reverence, described as the 'fear of the Lord,' is the fundamental basis for all wisdom, comparing it to learning the ABCs before moving to higher studies. He warns that many modern Christians skip this foundational learning, leading to instability, and urges the audience to prioritize learning to respect and revere God.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
September 16 | Daily Devotion | Being Conscious Of The Lord's Presence And Being Full Of Joy Always
Zac Poonen · Sep 15, 2025 · 11m
The message emphasizes the necessity of being constantly conscious of the Lord's presence in all aspects of life, comparing it to being aware of Jesus during singing. The speaker encourages viewers to develop this awareness through persistent practice in prayer and scripture reading. Ultimately, dwelling in God's presence is presented as the source of fullness of joy, which is superior to mere rejoicing.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
September 1 | Daily Devotion | Giving Our Best As An Offering To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 31, 2025 · 11m
The speaker emphasizes that God desires a pure testimony in every location, not necessarily a large one. Drawing from Malachi, he contrasts the Israelites' habit of offering their sick, lame, and blind animals—the leftovers—with what God truly desires. He urges listeners to examine how they give their best to God in terms of time, energy, and money, warning against offering only the minimum or the leftovers of one's life.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
August 27 | Daily Devotion | A Mature Christian Grows In The Knowledge Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 26, 2025 · 11m
The speaker urges believers to move beyond superficial knowledge of scripture, comparing it to basic 'baby food' rather than seeking deeper understanding. True maturity involves pressing on to know the thoughts of God, which is revealed through the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, the goal is not mere accumulation of knowledge but developing a heart that reflects Christ's purity, like preparing a bride for Him.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
August 20 | Daily Devotion | Putting Spirit First For An Exciting Christian Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 19, 2025 · 11m
God's Word is incredibly profitable, changing every aspect of life, and Christians must take it seriously by digging into difficult verses rather than avoiding them. The message emphasizes that the spirit is the most important part of a person, surpassing even the mind, and that true spirituality means prioritizing connection with God over earthly concerns. This is illustrated by comparing the creation of man, who was given a spirit, to animals, who only possess body and mind.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
August 19 | Daily Devotion | Respect Every Word Of God For An Exciting Christian Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 18, 2025 · 10m
The central message is that an exciting Christian life is characterized by taking every word of God seriously, as scripture teaches that man lives not on bread alone, but on every word of God. The speaker emphasizes that true commitment requires reading the entire Bible and understanding that all scripture is inspired by God, suggesting that a superficial approach to scripture indicates a lack of true love for God. This deep engagement with God's Word changes one's attitude toward sin and brings profound life transformation.