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8mJanuary 21 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Yourself In The Use Of Money | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 20
9mJanuary 15 | Daily Devotion | Trust The Lord To Be A Wall Of Fire Around You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 14
10mJanuary 7 | Daily Devotion | God Gives Perseverance And Encouragement | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 6
10mDecember 25 | Daily Devotion | Faith Of A Child Developed Through The Mother’s Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 24
10mDecember 24 | Daily Devotion | The Fantastic Faith That A Mother Imparted To Her Child | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 23
11mDecember 11 | Daily Devotion | Our Loving God Is A Father Waiting For You To Come Back | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 10
12mDecember 7 | Daily Devotion | Grace Can Help You Overcome Fear And All Sins | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 6
11mDecember 3 | Daily Devotion | Faith Is Helpless Dependence On God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 2
12mDecember 2 | Daily Devotion | Our Heavenly Father Knows The Best For Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 1
9mDecember 1 | Daily Devotion | Trust God’s Plan And His Provision | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 30
11mNovember 30 | Daily Devotion | Every Trial That God Brings Can Lead You To Promotion | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 29
11mNovember 29 | Daily Devotion | A Father Who Provides For All Our Needs | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 28
10mNovember 18 | Daily Devotion | A Life In Fellowship With Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17
9mNovember 8 | Daily Devotion | The Disciple Needs Revelation On The Son Of God And The Father
Zac Poonen · Nov 7
12mNovember 3 | Daily Devotion | God Wants Everything Good For His Children | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 2
10mNovember 2 | Daily Devotion | God Answers Persistent Prayers | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 1
11mNovember 1 | Daily Devotion | Faith And Patience Are Needed For Fulfillment Of Promises | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31
10mOctober 30 |Daily Devotion | Persistent Faith For Spiritual Protection And Not For Earthly Blessings
Zac Poonen · Oct 29
9mOctober 10 | Daily Devotion | Depend And Wait Upon The Lord To Direct Your Path | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 9
8mOctober 9 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Faithful In Little Things | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 8
10mSeptember 28 | Daily Devotion | Mercy Of God To The Repentant Sinner | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 27
9mSeptember 23 | Daily Devotion | The Essence Of Faith And God's Unconditional Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 22
11mSeptember 18 | Daily Devotion | Diligently Seeking And Taking Hold Of Eternal Life
Zac Poonen · Sep 17
13mSeptember 15 | Daily Devotion | Pressing On To Perfection Behind Our Forerunner | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 14
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.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
January 21 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Yourself In The Use Of Money | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 20, 2026 · 8m
Zac Poonen teaches that financial discipline is essential for spiritual growth and receiving God's true riches. He explains that faithfulness with money—whether in small or large amounts—determines whether God will entrust believers with spiritual wealth like deeper revelation, God's nature, and the Holy Spirit's anointing. Poonen exhorts Christians to avoid unnecessary spending and debt, live within their means, and cultivate the spirit of discipline in financial matters as a practical expression of their faith.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
January 15 | Daily Devotion | Trust The Lord To Be A Wall Of Fire Around You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2026 · 9m
The message draws parallels between the cooperation of Haggai and Zechariah in building the temple and the coming unity of the church in the new covenant. The core message emphasizes trusting in God to be a 'wall of fire' for protection rather than relying on human defenses. Furthermore, the speaker stresses that the believer's ultimate glory must be in Jesus Christ, not in personal achievements, culture, or material possessions.
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.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
December 25 | Daily Devotion | Faith Of A Child Developed Through The Mother’s Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 24, 2025 · 10m
Zac Poonen teaches that mothers play a crucial role in developing genuine faith in their children, not merely Bible knowledge. Through the example of Timothy's mother, he illustrates how parents who trust God through life's trials and difficulties—and teach their children to pray and seek God's help in both small and large matters—impart sincere faith that becomes the foundation of their children's spiritual character and usefulness to God.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
December 24 | Daily Devotion | The Fantastic Faith That A Mother Imparted To Her Child | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 23, 2025 · 10m
The sermon uses the story of Moses to illustrate the profound impact of godly parenting. The speaker emphasizes that the mother's faithful upbringing instilled values in Moses, enabling him to reject the world's temptations—honor, wealth, and sin—at age 40. This teaches parents that every day spent raising a child is crucial, as the values instilled during formative years will dictate life choices later on.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
December 11 | Daily Devotion | Our Loving God Is A Father Waiting For You To Come Back | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 10, 2025 · 11m
The speaker emphasizes that true worship is directed toward the living, loving Father revealed by Jesus, not an idol. He uses Joseph's story to illustrate how God works all things for good, even through suffering, and contrasts this with the judgmental nature of idols. The central message is that God is a Father who patiently waits for us to return, exemplified by the Prodigal Son, running to meet us even when we have fallen far away.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 7 | Daily Devotion | Grace Can Help You Overcome Fear And All Sins | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 6, 2025 · 12m
Zac Poonen teaches that God's grace enables believers to overcome both sin and fear, which he equates as equally serious spiritual enemies. He emphasizes that while the flesh will continue to tempt believers throughout their lives, Romans 6:14 promises that sin shall not have dominion over us, and through faith and repeated exposure to God's truth, we can conquer the 'giants' of habitual sin and fear that seek to control us.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
December 3 | Daily Devotion | Faith Is Helpless Dependence On God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 2, 2025 · 11m
Faith is defined as a helpless dependence upon God, illustrated by the branch that only produces fruit because it remains connected to the tree's sap. Believers should avoid comparing themselves to others, recognizing that all ability comes from Christ, not personal experience or knowledge. True faith means acknowledging one's helplessness and remaining connected to the Head, Christ, to be useful to the body.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 2 | Daily Devotion | Our Heavenly Father Knows The Best For Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 1, 2025 · 12m
The sermon emphasizes that God is a good Father who always gives good gifts to those who ask Him, comparing this to the certainty of receiving the Holy Spirit. The speaker uses the analogy of traffic lights to explain that God's answers to prayer can be 'no' (red light), 'wait' (orange light), or 'yes' (green light), and that even perceived denials serve a divine purpose. Furthermore, the message assures that God's grace is sufficient, even when physical healing is not granted, as seen in the example of Paul's thorn in the flesh.
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.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
November 30 | Daily Devotion | Every Trial That God Brings Can Lead You To Promotion | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 29, 2025 · 11m
The message uses Peter's denial of Christ to illustrate that God allows us to fall to humble us and teach us lessons. True faith is demonstrated not when we are perfect, but when we hit rock bottom and still believe in God's unconditional love and forgiveness. The speaker emphasizes that God's provision is reliable, citing 1 Corinthians 10:13 to assure listeners that God will never test us beyond our ability, always providing a way of escape.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
November 29 | Daily Devotion | A Father Who Provides For All Our Needs | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 28, 2025 · 11m
The speaker emphasizes that a Christian's ultimate reliance must be on God the Father, not on earthly systems like social security or wealth. He argues that the prayer, "Give us this day our daily bread," is a comprehensive request for all material necessities—food, shelter, and education—which points to a need for consistent work. Ultimately, the most crucial aspect of the Holy Spirit's gift is not speaking in tongues, but the deep, spontaneous knowledge and cry of knowing God as Father.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
November 18 | Daily Devotion | A Life In Fellowship With Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2025 · 10m
The central message emphasizes that true salvation requires both faith and repentance, comparing them to the two necessary wires for electricity to flow. The speaker defines sin not just as breaking a law, but ultimately as anything that comes short of the glory of God, which is seen in Christ. He urges listeners to live with integrity in all areas of life, understanding that every word and action will be accounted for at the judgment seat of Christ.
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.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
November 3 | Daily Devotion | God Wants Everything Good For His Children | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 2, 2025 · 12m
The message emphasizes that God desires only good for His children, urging believers to actively claim the blessings He has provided. Drawing from examples like Hannah's persistent prayer for Samuel, the speaker stresses that enduring trials requires not just faith, but also patience. Ultimately, believers must trust that God is sovereign, even through persecution, because He cares for every detail of our lives.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
November 2 | Daily Devotion | God Answers Persistent Prayers | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 1, 2025 · 10m
The speaker uses the examples of Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph from Genesis to illustrate that great blessings come through persistent prayer and unwavering faith, not fatalism. He emphasizes that simply accepting 'whatever will be' is not Christian faith; rather, one must actively pray and pursue God's will. The message concludes by encouraging the audience to embrace their role as God's intended blessing to others.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
November 1 | Daily Devotion | Faith And Patience Are Needed For Fulfillment Of Promises | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31, 2025 · 11m
True fulfillment of God's promises requires not just faith, but also patience and perseverance. The speaker uses examples like Abraham waiting 25 years and the Israelites crossing the Red Sea to illustrate that divine promises require enduring wait times and resisting immediate gratification. He emphasizes that believers must actively challenge hindrances and persist in prayer, trusting that God will provide what is truly good for them.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
October 30 |Daily Devotion | Persistent Faith For Spiritual Protection And Not For Earthly Blessings
Zac Poonen · Oct 29, 2025 · 10m
The message uses the parable of the persistent widow to emphasize that true faith requires persistent prayer and asking God for justice, not just for earthly blessings but for spiritual reclamation. The speaker warns that many Christians focus on material gains, allowing the enemy to occupy vital areas like the mind, emotions, and body. True faith means persistently claiming that everything—body, soul, and spirit—has been purchased by Christ's blood and belongs to God.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
October 10 | Daily Devotion | Depend And Wait Upon The Lord To Direct Your Path | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 9, 2025 · 9m
The central message emphasizes that for major life decisions, one must wait upon the Lord through extended prayer rather than relying on personal understanding. The speaker uses Jesus' selection of the twelve apostles as an example, noting that Jesus spent an entire night in prayer to ensure his choices were God's will. He advises listeners to emulate this by prioritizing listening to God over speaking our own desires in prayer.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
October 9 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Faithful In Little Things | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 8, 2025 · 8m
The central message is to be content with the gifts and abilities God has given you, no matter how small they seem. Drawing from the parable of the talents, the speaker emphasizes that faithfulness in small, assigned tasks yields the same commendation as producing great results. True service involves utilizing what you have rather than comparing yourself to others or doing nothing at all.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
September 28 | Daily Devotion | Mercy Of God To The Repentant Sinner | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 27, 2025 · 10m
The message emphasizes the importance of holding fast in faith and highlights God's boundless mercy, exemplified by Jesus' compassion for sinners like Zacchaeus, the woman caught in adultery, and the thief on the cross. True spiritual progress requires not only a passionate hunger for holiness but also the corresponding virtue of mercy towards others, even those who are far from righteousness.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
September 23 | Daily Devotion | The Essence Of Faith And God's Unconditional Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 22, 2025 · 9m
The central message emphasizes that pleasing God requires only faith—the simple belief that the creator of the universe loves us unconditionally, just as an earthly parent does. The speaker cautions against feeling condemned by high standards of holiness, reminding the audience that God's love is greater than any earthly love. Ultimately, the sermon urges believers to constantly remember God's boundless goodness when compared to their own efforts.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
September 18 | Daily Devotion | Diligently Seeking And Taking Hold Of Eternal Life
Zac Poonen · Sep 17, 2025 · 11m
Eternal life is defined not as a long life, but as intimately knowing God the Father and Jesus Christ. The message emphasizes that this deep knowledge is achieved by diligently seeking God, comparing it to a 'God rush' rather than a physical gold rush. Ultimately, knowing God's plans for one's life—which are for welfare and hope—requires calling upon Him in prayer and searching for Him with all one's heart.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
September 15 | Daily Devotion | Pressing On To Perfection Behind Our Forerunner | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 14, 2025 · 13m
The speaker encourages believers to stand firm in their faith, comparing the commitment of early Christians like Polycarp to the need to remain steadfast in the face of cultural pressures. He emphasizes that the last days will test faith, requiring believers to live righteously like Noah. The message concludes by urging the audience to move beyond basic knowledge ('milk') and embrace the 'solid food' of the word of righteousness, which involves actively overcoming sin in every area of life.