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January 31 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Come Short Of The Grace Of God | Zac Poonen

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January 30 | Daily Devotion | The Danger Of Addictions | Zac Poonen

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January 29 | Daily Devotion | Do Not Yield To The Downward Pull Of Your Flesh | Zac Poonen

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January 28 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Is Interested In The Inside Of Your Cup | Zac Poonen

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January 27 | Daily Devotion | Recognize That All That You Have Is By Grace | Zac Poonen

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January 26 | Daily Devotion | Pursue Perfection In Mercy | Zac Poonen

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January 25 | Daily Devotion | The Command To Be Perfect As Your Heavenly Father | Zac Poonen

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January 24 | Daily Devotion | Our Father Is The Sovereign Ruler Of The Universe | Zac Poonen

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January 23 | Daily Devotion | Knowing God As Our Father | Zac Poonen

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January 22 | Daily Devotion | Don't Let Regret Over Your Past Hold You Back | Zac Poonen

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January 21 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Take The Blame | Zac Poonen

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January 20 | Daily Devotion | Take Sin Seriously | Zac Poonen

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January 19 | Daily Devotion | Have This Attitude Of Pressing On To Perfection | Zac Poonen

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January 18 | Daily Devotion | Submit To God By Submitting To His Word | Zac Poonen

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January 17 | Daily Devotion | Having Authority By Living Under Authority | Zac Poonen

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January 16 | Daily Devotion | Become An Unworthy Slave | Zac Poonen

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January 15 | Daily Devotion | Make Zero Hypocrisy To Be Your Goal | Zac Poonen

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January 14 | Daily Devotion | Let Your Speech Always Be Seasoned With Salt | Zac Poonen

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January 13 | Daily Devotion | Bearing The Image Of The Heavenly | Zac Poonen

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January 12 | Daily Devotion | Is Your Value System Different? | Zac Poonen

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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February 1 | Daily Devotion | Will The Lord Jesus Find Such Faith When He Comes Again? | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 31, 2024 · 8m

Jesus taught that persistent prayer, illustrated by the parable of the widow, is necessary to receive justice from God. The speaker emphasizes that true faith involves persistently asking God for heavenly things, rather than focusing solely on material or earthly blessings. He warns that the devil has diverted Christian focus toward earthly gains, neglecting the pursuit of the Kingdom of God.

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January 31 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Come Short Of The Grace Of God | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 30, 2024 · 12m

The message warns believers not to neglect the grace of God, using the example of Esau selling his birthright for a momentary physical satisfaction. The speaker emphasizes that sin, whether addiction or otherwise, is often rooted in pride, which causes God to withdraw grace. To overcome sin, one must humble themselves, practice fasting, and combat laziness, as these are the primary areas where pride leads to spiritual decline.

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January 30 | Daily Devotion | The Danger Of Addictions | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 29, 2024 · 10m

The message warns against the dangers of all forms of addiction, using the Fall in Eden as an analogy for how seemingly good desires (food, sex, knowledge) can lead to sin. The speaker emphasizes that addiction, whether to food, sex, or pornography, follows a 'law of diminishing returns,' trapping the individual in a cycle of craving more. Ultimately, the message stresses that one must take radical, immediate steps to break free, as God will not stop a person from making destructive choices.

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January 29 | Daily Devotion | Do Not Yield To The Downward Pull Of Your Flesh | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 28, 2024 · 9m

Man is uniquely created with both the dust of the earth (the downward pull) and the Spirit (the upward pull), giving him conscience and the ability to choose. The central message warns that yielding to the downward pull—whether through sin, addiction, or twisting scripture to justify sin—leads away from God. Believers must use scripture not to find comfort in sin, but to pursue holiness.

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January 28 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Is Interested In The Inside Of Your Cup | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 27, 2024 · 7m

Jesus commended the Pharisees for their external adherence to law and their public testimony, but He warned that this external piety could mask internal hypocrisy. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual examination must look at the 'inside of the cup,' focusing on hidden thoughts, attitudes toward others and money, and the underlying motives for all actions. Ultimately, all actions, even the simplest, must be done for the glory of God.

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January 27 | Daily Devotion | Recognize That All That You Have Is By Grace | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 26, 2024 · 11m

The sermon uses the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector to warn against self-righteousness and boasting in one's own merits. The central message emphasizes that all abilities and blessings are gifts from God, requiring constant humility and gratitude. Furthermore, the speaker stresses the critical need to be merciful to others, mirroring the mercy God has shown us, and warns parents against creating 'Pharisees' in their children through comparison or excessive focus on knowledge.

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January 26 | Daily Devotion | Pursue Perfection In Mercy | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 25, 2024 · 9m

The central message is that the one area where believers must strive for perfection on earth is in showing mercy, mirroring the mercy of God the Father. Mercy involves making allowances for the limitations of others, particularly in relationships like marriage, and this pursuit is essential for spiritual progress. The speaker emphasizes that God's mercy is vast, even towards hypocrites, and encourages the audience to emulate this standard.

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January 25 | Daily Devotion | The Command To Be Perfect As Your Heavenly Father | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 24, 2024 · 10m

The central message is a call to take Jesus' command to 'be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect' seriously, recognizing it as a command, not a promise. The speaker warns against hypocrisy and superficial engagement with scripture, urging listeners to study the Bible diligently, comparing scripture with scripture, as this diligent effort is necessary to truly understand God's will.

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January 24 | Daily Devotion | Our Father Is The Sovereign Ruler Of The Universe | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 23, 2024 · 12m

The central message is that believers should find rest and peace by recognizing that God the Father is the sovereign ruler who acts according to His perfect will. This understanding frees us from anxiety over the mistakes or difficulties of others, as no one can stop God's hand. The speaker emphasizes that true rest comes from knowing God as Father, which is superior to merely praying through Jesus' mediation.

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January 23 | Daily Devotion | Knowing God As Our Father | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 22, 2024 · 11m

The message emphasizes that true prayer begins with the conviction that God is our loving Father, surpassing any earthly father. It also stresses the assurance that God rules the universe with absolute sovereignty, a truth exemplified by Nebuchadnezzar's humbling in Daniel. Ultimately, the message calls listeners to rest in the knowledge that God is their Father and that all humanity is nothing before Him.

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January 22 | Daily Devotion | Don't Let Regret Over Your Past Hold You Back | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 21, 2024 · 17m

The speaker addresses the tendency to dwell on past failures, comparing it to a 'thorn in the flesh' that God allows to remain for humility. While God blots out sins through Christ's blood, the memory of past mistakes remains to prevent repetition and maintain humility. Instead of self-punishment, one must actively choose not to live in regret, allowing the memory to spur one toward greater spiritual progress.

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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.

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January 20 | Daily Devotion | Take Sin Seriously | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 19, 2024 · 13m

The central message urges believers to focus on pressing toward Christlikeness rather than seeking approval from others or dwelling on past failures. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual growth requires taking sin with utmost seriousness, recognizing that the cost of sin is the blood of Jesus Christ, not merely a symbolic sacrifice. This seriousness about sin and a passion for Christlikeness should drive believers to possess every area of their lives.

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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.

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January 18 | Daily Devotion | Submit To God By Submitting To His Word | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 17, 2024 · 12m

The central message emphasizes the absolute necessity of submitting to God's authority, drawing parallels from paying taxes to Caesar and apologizing for past wrongs. The speaker stresses that unresolved issues, like unconfessed sin or lack of obedience, act like a chain hindering spiritual progress. He urges listeners to teach their children obedience and to live lives free from debt or unfulfilled obligations to anyone but God.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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January 14 | Daily Devotion | Let Your Speech Always Be Seasoned With Salt | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 13, 2024 · 10m

The message emphasizes that a true life change requires more than just hearing a good sermon; it demands a fundamental shift in one's entire value system, modeled after Jesus' careful conduct. A key focus is on seasoning one's speech with grace, comparing it to adding salt to food, and recognizing that what comes out of the mouth reveals what is in the heart. Ultimately, the speaker urges listeners to depend on the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit, rather than relying on worldly means, to live like Christ.