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12mOctober 5 | Daily Devotion | The New And Living Way Into The Most Holy Place | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 4
11mSeptember 27 | Daily Devotion | Do Not Accuse, And Delight In The Fear Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 26
10mSeptember 26 | Daily Devotion | Judge Yourself And Be Merciful To Others | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 25
9mSeptember 25 | Daily Devotion | Genuine Reverence For God Leads To A Cautious Approach To Judgment
Zac Poonen · Sep 24
7mAugust 28 | Daily Devotion | Only Humble People Receive Grace And Scare The Devil | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27
9mAugust 22 | Daily Devotion | Never Evaluate Yourself By External Life And Be Deceived | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 21
9mAugust 17 | Daily Devotion | Value What Is Spiritual Above What Is Earthly | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 16
10mAugust 15 | Daily Devotion | Learn From Others' Mistakes | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 14
10mAugust 10 | Daily Devotion | Pride Brought Sin, Humility Brought Salvation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 9
9mAugust 9 | Daily Devotion | Deal With The Hidden Root To Get The Victory Over Sin | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 8
10mJuly 26 | Daily Devotion | When I Am Weak, Then I Am Strong | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25
11mJuly 21 | Daily Devotion | Be Merciful And Don't Judge According To The Flesh | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 20
9mJuly 13 | Daily Devotion | A Good Foundation: Humility And A Good Inner Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 12
11mJuly 12 | Daily Devotion | The Three Conditions Of Discipleship | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 11
8mJuly 5 | Daily Devotion | God's Grace Is Given Only To The Humble | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 4
9mJune 30 | Daily Devotion | Forgetting Our Past Sins Makes Us Spiritually Blind | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 29
10mJune 29 | Daily Devotion | A Worshiper Is One Who Has Humility And Reverence Toward God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 28
10mJune 28 | Daily Devotion | Humility Is The First Step To Get Genuine Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 27
14mJune 27 | Daily Devotion | Delighting In The Fear Of God Helps Us To Not Judge By Sight | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 26
10mJune 12 | Daily Devotion | Seek God's Glory And Not Your Own | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11
11mJune 9 | Daily Devotion | How God Uses Failure To Shape Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 8
9mJune 6 | Daily Devotion | The Opposite Of Faith Is Pride | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 5
10mJune 1 | Daily Devotion | God Wants The Compassion Of A Mother In Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 31
9mMay 29 | Daily Devotion | Do God's Will To Have A Wonderful Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 28
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
October 5 | Daily Devotion | The New And Living Way Into The Most Holy Place | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 4, 2025 · 12m
Jesus demonstrated complete submission to the Father's will, even in Gethsemane, which ultimately opened the way to the most holy place. Following this example, true discipleship requires a daily, radical self-denial—replacing personal will with God's will. The speaker warns that merely claiming to be 'born again' without giving up personal ambitions and plans is insufficient; true commitment is like a marriage where one gives up all personal autonomy to the spouse.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
September 27 | Daily Devotion | Do Not Accuse, And Delight In The Fear Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 26, 2025 · 11m
The central message is a warning against judging or accusing others, drawing parallels between the accuser, Satan, and the tendency to criticize others. The speaker emphasizes that genuine reverence for God leads to self-judgment rather than judging others. He cites scripture to support that true discernment, like that shown by Jesus, looks at the heart and the potential for repentance, not just outward actions.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
September 26 | Daily Devotion | Judge Yourself And Be Merciful To Others | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 25, 2025 · 10m
The central message is a strong admonition against judging others, drawing heavily from James 4 and Matthew 7. The speaker emphasizes that judging belongs only to God, who is the sole judge. Instead of judging, believers are called to be witnesses to Christ's love and to judge themselves, recognizing that everyone is at a different spiritual level or 'grade.' Therefore, we must always assume others are ignorant and extend mercy.
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.
7mCFC Daily Devotions
August 28 | Daily Devotion | Only Humble People Receive Grace And Scare The Devil | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27, 2025 · 7m
The central message emphasizes that humility is the greatest defense against the devil, as he fears humble people. The speaker draws from James 4:6-7, instructing listeners to first submit and humble themselves before God before attempting to resist the devil. Furthermore, the sermon stresses that receiving God's grace is proven when sin no longer has dominion over a believer's life, urging the audience to take repentance and humility seriously.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
August 22 | Daily Devotion | Never Evaluate Yourself By External Life And Be Deceived | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 21, 2025 · 9m
True spirituality is not measured by external religious activities like knowing scripture, preaching, or singing, but by the daily willingness to deny one's own will and selfishness. The speaker emphasizes that one must constantly seek light on their own selfishness—whether in finances, family life, or ministry—and actively deny it to build a life foundation on the rock, rather than the shifting sand of mere understanding or emotion.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
August 17 | Daily Devotion | Value What Is Spiritual Above What Is Earthly | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 16, 2025 · 9m
The message uses the story of Esau selling his birthright for a meal to warn against valuing earthly things over spiritual blessings. The speaker emphasizes that true spirituality comes from grace and humility, not from education or social status. Ultimately, one must strive to enter through the narrow door by maintaining a humble mindset, as repentance can be impossible when one neglects spiritual values for worldly gain.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
August 15 | Daily Devotion | Learn From Others' Mistakes | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 14, 2025 · 10m
The central message is that true spiritual growth requires constant self-examination, or judging oneself daily, rather than merely judging others. The speaker contrasts the tendency to judge others, like the Pharisees, with the necessary humility to learn from one's own mistakes. He emphasizes that this daily self-judgment is a mark of the true family of God and is the only way to make continuous progress in the Christian life.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
August 10 | Daily Devotion | Pride Brought Sin, Humility Brought Salvation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 9, 2025 · 10m
The root of all sin is pride, which leads to self-exaltation, as exemplified by the fall of an archangel. Conversely, the root of salvation is humility, which is best illustrated by Christ's self-emptying. True humility involves treating others as more important than oneself, recognizing one's own lowliness, and adopting the attitude of Christ—emptying oneself, taking the lowest place, and ultimately accepting the role of a servant.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
August 9 | Daily Devotion | Deal With The Hidden Root To Get The Victory Over Sin | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 8, 2025 · 9m
The speaker explains that while the Old Covenant law could only address the external manifestations of sin, Jesus came to strike at the root of sin. This root is not found in specific sins like anger or lust, but rather in the heart becoming proud due to one's own wisdom, beauty, or achievements. True victory over sin requires confronting this internal pride, which hinders spiritual growth, allowing the Holy Spirit to work on the heart.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
July 26 | Daily Devotion | When I Am Weak, Then I Am Strong | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25, 2025 · 10m
The central message is that God's power is most evident when we are weak, echoing Paul's realization that he is
11mCFC Daily Devotions
July 21 | Daily Devotion | Be Merciful And Don't Judge According To The Flesh | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 20, 2025 · 11m
The sermon contrasts the superficial piety of those who follow prosperity gospel teachings with the genuine humility found in the poor. The speaker emphasizes that God tests our heart's attitude, not our material wealth or perceived spiritual status. Drawing from the story of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery, he argues that judging others according to the flesh is wrong, as God's purpose is to save, not to judge.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
July 13 | Daily Devotion | A Good Foundation: Humility And A Good Inner Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 12, 2025 · 9m
The central message emphasizes that true spiritual depth comes from humility, comparing it to the childlike state. The speaker stresses that believers must seek revelation from God through the Holy Spirit rather than merely accumulating knowledge, as knowledge can lead to pride. Furthermore, true righteousness requires an internal transformation that surpasses mere external adherence to rules, building a life, family, and church on a solid foundation.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
July 12 | Daily Devotion | The Three Conditions Of Discipleship | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 11, 2025 · 11m
Discipleship requires three key conditions: first, loving Jesus supremely above all else, even family; second, daily taking up one's cross by refusing to harbor bitterness or offense against others; and third, relinquishing the sense of personal possession over all material things. The speaker emphasizes that these practices ensure Christ remains the supreme authority in one's life.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
July 5 | Daily Devotion | God's Grace Is Given Only To The Humble | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 4, 2025 · 8m
The message distinguishes between mercy, which covers past sins, and grace, which provides help for future situations. The central theme is that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble, a truth emphasized in Proverbs, James, and 1 Peter. Understanding this principle is vital because God resists the proud, while the humble are supported and lifted up by grace, even when facing constant struggles like Paul's 'thorn in the flesh.'
9mCFC Daily Devotions
June 30 | Daily Devotion | Forgetting Our Past Sins Makes Us Spiritually Blind | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 29, 2025 · 9m
The central message is that true faith is cultivated by recognizing one's profound unworthiness before God, rather than feeling deserving of anything. To achieve this, believers must remember their past sins, not out of guilt, but to continually humble themselves and prevent spiritual pride. Forgetting one's past sins leads to spiritual blindness, while remembering them leads to a deeper reliance on Christ's cleansing blood.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 29 | Daily Devotion | A Worshiper Is One Who Has Humility And Reverence Toward God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 28, 2025 · 10m
The speaker argues that modern Christianity suffers from a decline in genuine reverence and worship toward God. True worship, exemplified by figures like Job and Abraham, involves a profound recognition of one's unworthiness before God. This reverence brings wisdom and freedom from sin, contrasting sharply with superficial religious displays or self-esteem issues. The message concludes by emphasizing that the title of an 'unworthy slave' is the highest honor, earned through obedience to Christ's commandments.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 28 | Daily Devotion | Humility Is The First Step To Get Genuine Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 27, 2025 · 10m
Jesus was astonished twice: once at the unbelief of his own people and once at the faith of a centurion. The speaker emphasizes that genuine faith is not dependent on religious knowledge but stems from profound humility and recognizing one's unworthiness before God. Therefore, humility is presented as the essential first step toward developing true faith.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
June 27 | Daily Devotion | Delighting In The Fear Of God Helps Us To Not Judge By Sight | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 26, 2025 · 14m
The central message is that delighting in the fear of the Lord means one will never judge or form an opinion based solely on what their eyes see or what their ears hear. The speaker uses examples from scripture (Jesus's actions) and daily life to illustrate that true wisdom requires looking beyond surface appearances and understanding underlying motives. This principle is presented as a way to avoid wrongly judging others and to ensure one's own life is built on deeper truth rather than mere observation.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 12 | Daily Devotion | Seek God's Glory And Not Your Own | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11, 2025 · 10m
The message contrasts the self-centered nature of humanity, likened to the 'tree of Adam,' with the selfless example of Jesus, who lived only to glorify the Father. The speaker uses Paul's selection of Timothy over other co-workers to illustrate that true discipleship requires a consistent focus on God's glory rather than personal benefit. He warns that many Christians, despite initial zeal, eventually revert to seeking their own interests.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
June 9 | Daily Devotion | How God Uses Failure To Shape Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 8, 2025 · 11m
God allows failure for two primary purposes: to prevent us from becoming spiritually proud of our victories or blessings, and to keep us humble enough that we do not look down on others who have failed. The speaker uses Peter's denial and subsequent ministry as an example, noting that Peter's memory of his failure was what sustained his humility and allowed God to use him. Ultimately, failure serves to teach us our utter helplessness apart from Christ.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
June 6 | Daily Devotion | The Opposite Of Faith Is Pride | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 5, 2025 · 9m
The central message contrasts the proud person with the righteous person, who lives by faith, noting that the opposite of faith is pride. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual strength comes not from appearing strong, but from allowing God to break down one's pride and weakness. Ultimately, receiving God's grace requires profound humility, as God opposes the proud but gives grace only to the humble.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 1 | Daily Devotion | God Wants The Compassion Of A Mother In Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 31, 2025 · 10m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian living requires compassion, comparing God's care to a mother's for her child. The speaker warns against spiritual pride stemming from knowledge or accomplishments, stressing that compassion is more important than earthly achievements. Furthermore, he advises that genuine ministry and leadership must flow from a heart of compassion, exemplified by Jesus' gentle approach to the Samaritan woman, rather than judgment.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
May 29 | Daily Devotion | Do God's Will To Have A Wonderful Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 28, 2025 · 9m
The central message is that to truly follow Christ, one must learn to deny their own will and instead choose to do the will of the Father. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus' life was defined by this obedience, contrasting it with the natural tendency to please oneself. This discipline, though difficult at first, leads to a life that is wonderfully pleasing to God and can transform one's home into a heavenly place.