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8mNovember 21 | Daily Devotion | Meditate On The Cross | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 20
9mNovember 20 | Daily Devotion | Read Your Bible Everyday | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 19
12mNovember 17 | Daily Devotion | Work Out What He Works In | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 16
9mNovember 16 | Daily Devotion | Seek For The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit To Serve God And Others
Zac Poonen · Nov 15
9mNovember 13 | Daily Devotion | A Life Of Peace With All Men | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 12
12mNovember 5 | Daily Devotion | Being Crucified With Christ And Giving Up All Possessions | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 4
11mNovember 4 | Daily Devotion | The First Condition Of Discipleship | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 3
11mOctober 29 | Daily Devotion | The Holy Spirit Helps You To Keep All The Commandments Of God
Zac Poonen · Oct 28
13mOctober 28 | Daily Devotion | Two Important Truths Every Disciple Of Christ Should Be Rooted In
Zac Poonen · Oct 27
12mOctober 25 | Daily Devotion | God Is Jealous For Your Spirit | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 24
8mOctober 24 | Daily Devotion | Show Your Love For The Lord By Submitting To The Authority |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 23
9mOctober 23 |Daily Devotion | Our Love For The Lord Is Tested By Our Love For One Another |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 22
13mOctober 19 | Daily Devotion | The Characteristics Of A True Disciple | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 18
9mOctober 18 | Daily Devotion | Have The Spirit Of A Servant Like Jesus Had | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 17
8mOctober 17 | Daily Devotion | Have Genuine Concern For The Welfare Of Others In Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 16
9mOctober 15 | Daily Devotion | Love For Jesus Must Be Preeminent In Our Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 14
8mOctober 9 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Faithful In Little Things | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 8
9mOctober 8 | Daily Devotion | Be Content With The Boundary God Has Placed For You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 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
12mOctober 5 | Daily Devotion | The New And Living Way Into The Most Holy Place | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 4
11mOctober 4 | Daily Devotion | Fulfil God's Plan For Your Life By Denying Yourself Daily | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 3
9mOctober 3 | Daily Devotion | The Proper Working Of Each Individual Part | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 2
10mOctober 2 | Daily Devotion | The Father Himself Loves Us! Live A Life Centered In Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 1
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.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
November 21 | Daily Devotion | Meditate On The Cross | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 20, 2025 · 8m
Zac Poonen exhorts believers to meditate on Christ's suffering on the cross and the depth of His love, emphasizing that true discipleship requires loving Jesus more than anything else on earth—family, career, reputation, or comfort. He warns against shallow Christianity motivated by desire for heaven rather than passionate love for Christ, calling believers to understand what Jesus endured (separation from God's presence) and to respond with wholehearted devotion and willingness to sacrifice everything.
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.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
November 17 | Daily Devotion | Work Out What He Works In | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 16, 2025 · 12m
God works in believers to produce a passionate desire to do His will, and Christians must actively cooperate with this work through the power of the Holy Spirit to overcome sin and live obediently. Zac Poonen emphasizes that genuine spirituality is marked by a burning passion for God and His kingdom, not mere knowledge accumulation or surface religiosity, and that this passion energizes both the desire and ability to live righteously.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
November 16 | Daily Devotion | Seek For The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit To Serve God And Others
Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2025 · 9m
Zac Poonen teaches that believers should earnestly seek the gifts of the Holy Spirit not for personal glory but to serve and bless others. Drawing from his own testimony of seeking the gift of prophecy for over 50 years, he emphasizes that God's grace provides abundance and supernatural enablement for every situation and ministry. He encourages all Christians to pursue spiritual gifts according to God's design, whether visible or hidden roles, trusting that God grants sufficiency for every good work.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
November 13 | Daily Devotion | A Life Of Peace With All Men | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 12, 2025 · 9m
The message emphasizes pursuing peace with all people, as far as it is in our power, drawing parallels to Jesus's willingness to drink the cup of suffering. True peace is found not in constant agreement, but in maintaining inner composure and responding with gentle answers rather than escalating conflict. Ultimately, the focus should be on pursuing holiness, inner peace, and a life that reflects Christ, rather than worldly pursuits like money or mere numbers in the church.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
November 5 | Daily Devotion | Being Crucified With Christ And Giving Up All Possessions | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 4, 2025 · 12m
True discipleship requires a radical commitment to dying to self, mirroring Christ's crucifixion, which means having an unshakeable reaction to both praise and criticism. Furthermore, following Jesus demands giving up all possessions, not just what is held tightly, and living with radical trust in God's provision. This commitment involves prioritizing spiritual purity over worldly comfort or status.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
November 4 | Daily Devotion | The First Condition Of Discipleship | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 3, 2025 · 11m
The central message is that true discipleship requires placing love for Christ above all other relationships, including family and self. The speaker interprets Jesus' command to 'hate' family members not as literal hatred, but as prioritizing Christ's love so highly that all other loves fade in comparison. This commitment to Christ must be the absolute first priority in every area of life.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
October 29 | Daily Devotion | The Holy Spirit Helps You To Keep All The Commandments Of God
Zac Poonen · Oct 28, 2025 · 11m
The Holy Spirit is given to help believers keep God's commandments, acting like a supportive father who helps carry the weight of difficult tasks. The speaker emphasizes that while the Spirit helps us in all temptations, this assistance requires us to be willing to listen and open our hearts. True spiritual growth comes from consistently obeying the Spirit's guidance in daily areas, such as what we read, what we say, and how we handle our lives.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
October 28 | Daily Devotion | Two Important Truths Every Disciple Of Christ Should Be Rooted In
Zac Poonen · Oct 27, 2025 · 13m
The speaker discusses two essential truths for a disciple: first, assurance of salvation, which must be based on God's word (John 6:37) rather than feelings, confirming that Christ has accepted us. Second, to live an overcoming life, one must understand that love for Christ necessitates keeping His commandments, which requires the power of the Holy Spirit to resist temptation and sin.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
October 25 | Daily Devotion | God Is Jealous For Your Spirit | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 24, 2025 · 12m
God's jealousy, as discussed in relation to the Spirit, signifies a desire for exclusive devotion in our hearts, much like a husband's jealousy for his wife. True discipleship means placing Christ above all else—our work, money, or even our good deeds—as these can be done for various motives. The core requirement of the new covenant is a fervent, all-encompassing love for Christ, making Him the absolute center of our lives.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
October 24 | Daily Devotion | Show Your Love For The Lord By Submitting To The Authority |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 23, 2025 · 8m
The core message emphasizes that true love for the Lord is demonstrated through submission to God's appointed authority. The speaker argues that the first sin in Eden was a failure of submission, and this principle applies universally, from angels to husbands and wives. Ultimately, following Jesus' life, submission to the Father's will, even unto death, is the ultimate proof of devotion to Christ.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
October 23 |Daily Devotion | Our Love For The Lord Is Tested By Our Love For One Another |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 22, 2025 · 9m
The central message is that true love for the Lord must be inseparable from love for one another. The speaker uses the analogy of a coin having two sides, arguing that focusing only on the vertical relationship with God while neglecting love for fellow believers is a deception. He emphasizes that testing one's love by how much one loves the difficult members of the church is a practical way to ensure both commandments—loving God and loving neighbor—are upheld.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
October 19 | Daily Devotion | The Characteristics Of A True Disciple | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 18, 2025 · 13m
True discipleship requires living out what is taught, prioritizing one's heart and actions over mere intellectual knowledge of scripture. The speaker contrasts the 'scribe,' who is knowledgeable but not necessarily practical, with the disciple, whose life reflects their understanding. He emphasizes that discipleship begins in one's closest family relationships and that one's life must always precede one's teaching.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
October 18 | Daily Devotion | Have The Spirit Of A Servant Like Jesus Had | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 17, 2025 · 9m
The central message emphasizes adopting the humble, servant-hearted attitude of Jesus, who prioritized others over himself even on the eve of his death. The speaker contrasts this with the modern tendency toward seeking status, recognition, and leadership, arguing that true spiritual fullness leads one to the lowest place. Ultimately, the Christian life is characterized by recognizing oneself as a sinner saved by grace, mirroring Christ's willingness to serve.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
October 17 | Daily Devotion | Have Genuine Concern For The Welfare Of Others In Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 16, 2025 · 8m
The central message emphasizes adopting the spirit of Christ, which is characterized by genuinely caring for the welfare of others above oneself. Paul's example shows that true concern for others, willing to sacrifice time and money for God's glory, is the mark of spiritual maturity. The speaker urges listeners to examine if their primary concern is self or if it aligns with Christ's selfless attitude.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
October 15 | Daily Devotion | Love For Jesus Must Be Preeminent In Our Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 14, 2025 · 9m
Jesus taught that one cannot serve two masters, specifically identifying the two masters as God and money (mammon). The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires hating worldly attachments, including family and wealth, to be devoted solely to Christ. He illustrates this by comparing the temporary nature of earthly loves to the constant presence of Christ, advising that Christ must always be first in all areas of life.
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.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
October 8 | Daily Devotion | Be Content With The Boundary God Has Placed For You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 7, 2025 · 9m
The central message is that godliness, as emphasized in 1 Timothy 6:6, is a means of great gain only when accompanied by contentment. Contentment means being satisfied and having no complaints about the circumstances, job, marriage, or life that God has allowed. The speaker uses the Book of Job and the natural boundaries of creation to illustrate that God sets limits everywhere, and believers must learn to accept the boundaries God has placed on their lives.
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.
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
October 4 | Daily Devotion | Fulfil God's Plan For Your Life By Denying Yourself Daily | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 3, 2025 · 11m
The central message is that every life is pre-planned by God, as established before the world's foundation. To fulfill this divine plan, one must daily deny oneself and live by dependence on Christ, symbolizing a death to the world. This commitment to fulfilling God's specific calling is the ultimate goal for every believer.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
October 3 | Daily Devotion | The Proper Working Of Each Individual Part | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 2, 2025 · 9m
The sermon emphasizes that the Church is built by the proper functioning of every individual part, drawing an analogy to the human body. The speaker challenges the congregation to move beyond mere attendance and actively participate in the 'inner core' of the church. True participation requires daily dying to self, allowing the life of Jesus to be manifested through one's actions and choices in daily life, which ultimately blesses others.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
October 2 | Daily Devotion | The Father Himself Loves Us! Live A Life Centered In Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 1, 2025 · 10m
The central message is that true Christian life must be centered on the love of the Father, not on personal desires or worldly achievements. The speaker contrasts the superficial focus of some modern evangelism, which centers on material blessings, with the profound security found in knowing the Father's love. This security leads one to willingly submit to and desire to do the Father's will, even when it is difficult.