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9mFebruary 3 | Daily Devotion | God Rejoices Over Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2
8mFebruary 2 | Daily Devotion | Two Sins Which Are Very Serious | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1
9mFebruary 1 | Daily Devotion | Proclaiming The Whole Purpose Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 31
11mJanuary 25 | Daily Devotion | We Cannot Build The Church Without Sacrifice | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 24
6mJanuary 22 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Your Body In Order To Win | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 21
11mJanuary 11 | Daily Devotion | Danger Of Falling And Failing When You Are Blessed | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 10
8mJanuary 10 | Daily Devotion | Self Justification Is An Abomination To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 9
10mJanuary 6 | Daily Devotion | Do Everything For The Glory Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 5
12mJanuary 3 | Daily Devotion | Offer Your Body To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 2
11mDecember 27 | Daily Devotion | Dishonesty makes us drift away from God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 26
8mDecember 25 | Daily Devotion | Worshiping The Father In Spirit | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 24
12mDecember 16 | Daily Devotion | Always Be Honest Before God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 15
8mDecember 15 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Be Merciful | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 14
13mDecember 10 | Daily Devotion | The Path Of The Righteous Shines Brighter And Brighter | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 9
12mDecember 04 | Daily Devotion | Follow The Real Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 3
12mNovember 30 | Daily Devotion | Our Ambition Is To Be Pleasing To Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 29
12mNovember 21 | Daily Devotion | The Return Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 20
13mNovember 03 | Daily Devotion | Cleanse Yourself Everyday | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 2
11mOctober 31 | Daily Devotion | Your Hidden Life Is More Important Than Your Visible Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 30
11mOctober 24 | Daily Devotion | Beware of the Form of Godliness Without Power | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 23
12mOctober 23 | Daily Devotion | Last Days Hypocritical Christians | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 22
10mOctober 8 | Daily Devotion | Live Before God's Face Everyday | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 7
13mSeptember 30 | Daily Devotion | Is Your Inner Man Renewed Day By Day? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 29
13mSeptember 18 | Daily Devotion | Desire This Certificate From God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 17
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.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 3 | Daily Devotion | God Rejoices Over Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2, 2025 · 9m
The message emphasizes that the Christian life means being more than conquerors, and God's love is unconditional, comparing it to a father's care for all children. The speaker urges listeners to maintain a daily spiritual check-up, recognizing that spiritual issues are more serious than physical ailments. Ultimately, the central message is that believers should embrace the reality that God rejoices over them with singing, recalling the deep, joyful love exemplified by Hannah receiving Samuel.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
February 2 | Daily Devotion | Two Sins Which Are Very Serious | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1, 2025 · 8m
Jesus warned that anger, dirty thoughts, and lusting with the eyes or committing sin with the hands are sins that can lead to hell, unlike other sins mentioned in the Sermon on the Mount. The speaker emphasizes that overcoming these sins requires fearing God, citing Joseph's example, and stresses that God judges the heart and private actions, not just public behavior.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 1 | Daily Devotion | Proclaiming The Whole Purpose Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 31, 2025 · 9m
The central message is that God judges the heart, not the outward appearance, citing 1 Samuel 16:7. The speaker contrasts the outward focus of the Old Covenant and the Pharisees' external piety with the necessity of an inward righteousness, drawing from Matthew 5. True entry into the Kingdom of Heaven requires a transformation of the heart, addressing internal sins like anger, which the Pharisees overlooked.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
January 25 | Daily Devotion | We Cannot Build The Church Without Sacrifice | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 24, 2025 · 11m
The central message is that the church must be built in a place of genuine sacrifice, not cheaply or emotionally. Drawing parallels from the building of the temple and Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac, the speaker emphasizes that true devotion requires giving what costs us everything—time, comfort, reputation, or life—rather than what costs nothing. He advises believers to
6mCFC Daily Devotions
January 22 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Your Body In Order To Win | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 21, 2025 · 6m
The message emphasizes that a disciplined life is necessary for the Christian race, drawing parallels to athletes who control their bodies to win. The speaker advises listeners to apply this discipline to their time, money, and especially their bodies through practices like fasting and moderation in eating. Ultimately, this self-discipline is presented as a means to be filled with the Holy Spirit and achieve victory in life.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
January 11 | Daily Devotion | Danger Of Falling And Failing When You Are Blessed | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 10, 2025 · 11m
The sermon uses the examples of Noah and David to warn against the dangers of comfort, ease, and prosperity leading to moral failure. When men are opposed or struggling, they remain faithful, but when blessed and comfortable, they can fall into sin, leading to severe consequences for themselves and their families. The core message is a call to maintain spiritual vigilance regardless of one's current blessings.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
January 10 | Daily Devotion | Self Justification Is An Abomination To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 9, 2025 · 8m
The sermon warns that many churches today, despite having doctrine and singing, lack the fullness of the Holy Spirit, purity, and zeal for God, risking divine removal. Drawing parallels from the Golden Calf incident and the apostles' warnings, the speaker emphasizes that self-justification before men is an abomination to God. True commitment, like the tribe of Levi, requires standing firm for the Lord, especially when comfort and ease set in.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
January 6 | Daily Devotion | Do Everything For The Glory Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 5, 2025 · 10m
The message warns against the 'Spirit of Babylon' within Christianity, which manifests as seeking personal gain, honor, or money rather than glorifying God. Drawing from 2 Timothy 3, the speaker contrasts the true lover of God with those who merely possess the form of godliness without power. He urges the audience to treat spiritual health with the same urgency as physical health, addressing small sins immediately through confession and reconciliation with others.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
January 3 | Daily Devotion | Offer Your Body To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 2, 2025 · 12m
God desires a total offering of our bodies, not just our money or tithes. The speaker draws parallels between Old Testament rituals (like the lamb and circumcision) and Christian life, emphasizing that the body must be surrendered to God's will. Ultimately, Christians will face a final examination at the judgment seat of Christ, where they will be judged based on how they used their bodies, not on their financial offerings.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
December 27 | Daily Devotion | Dishonesty makes us drift away from God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 26, 2024 · 11m
The central message is the critical importance of honesty before God, warning that pretense and hypocrisy are destructive spiritual dangers. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual growth requires being straightforward, even when admitting doubts or shortcomings, as this honesty is what allows one to receive God's word in a good heart. He contrasts the pretense of religious people with the genuine honesty of sinners, suggesting that God accepts the honest heart over the outwardly pious facade.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
December 25 | Daily Devotion | Worshiping The Father In Spirit | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 24, 2024 · 8m
The central message is that true worship in the New Covenant is not merely external praise or thanksgiving, but a complete presentation of one's body and mind as a living sacrifice to God. This spiritual worship involves dedicating every part of oneself—tongue, eyes, hands, and mind—to God's will, allowing the mind to be renewed according to God's perfect will. This contrasts with the Old Covenant, which could only address outward obedience, whereas the New Covenant allows God to dwell within the believer's spirit.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 16 | Daily Devotion | Always Be Honest Before God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 15, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that honesty is the most crucial element in the Christian life, surpassing even purity or repentance. To truly walk in the light, one must be completely honest with God, admitting faults without blaming others, much like the thief on the cross. This honesty is often hindered by pride, and it must be practiced in prayer by being transparent, even if the prayer feels mundane or if one lacks a specific burden.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
December 15 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Be Merciful | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 14, 2024 · 8m
The central message is that mercy is a divine law: the more merciful you are to others, the more merciful God will be to you. The speaker emphasizes that judgment will be merciless to those who show no mercy, citing James 2:13. To live a life of progress and peace, one must actively practice forgiveness and kindness, applying God's laws to all areas of life.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
December 10 | Daily Devotion | The Path Of The Righteous Shines Brighter And Brighter | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 9, 2024 · 13m
The central message is that the Christian life must be characterized by a personal, daily devotion to Christ, which is the true 'Tree of Life.' This devotion ensures that one's life path, like the sunrise, continuously brightens toward Christ's return, preventing backsliding. The speaker emphasizes that God's ultimate goal is not merely salvation or earthly blessings, but transforming believers to be like Christ, which requires presenting one's entire body, mind, and passions to God, rather than just giving money.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 04 | Daily Devotion | Follow The Real Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 3, 2024 · 12m
The speaker contrasts the world's focus on quantity with the Christian emphasis on quality, arguing that only the True Church of Jesus Christ will endure. He stresses that true Christian living must be inwardly focused, citing Jesus' teachings on anger and lust as the two most serious sins, which he believes are often overlooked in modern church life. The central message is to pursue holiness and Christ-likeness in all aspects of life, rather than merely outward compliance.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
November 30 | Daily Devotion | Our Ambition Is To Be Pleasing To Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 29, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that a Christian's ultimate ambition must be to please God alone, both in this life and in eternity. The speaker contrasts those who merely desire to go to heaven with those who are willing to follow Christ daily by denying themselves and taking up the cross. He warns that the opportunity to sacrifice and deny oneself is only available on Earth, making this a critical, non-negotiable commitment for believers.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
November 21 | Daily Devotion | The Return Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 20, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that believers must remain ready for the Second Coming of Christ, focusing on readiness rather than getting lost in complex prophecy details. The speaker draws parallels between Noah's time and the end times, warning that many will drift away from holiness to enjoy the world's pleasures. He concludes by comparing the tribulation period to the painful but brief birth pangs before the glorious birth of the new heaven and new earth.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
November 03 | Daily Devotion | Cleanse Yourself Everyday | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 2, 2024 · 13m
The message emphasizes the privilege of being God's child and the necessity of daily cleansing from sin. The speaker strongly cautions against judging others, comparing it to being an accuser, and instead urges the audience to focus on perfecting holiness by judging and cleansing their own hearts. True spiritual growth involves becoming more Christlike daily, which requires self-examination rather than criticizing others.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
October 31 | Daily Devotion | Your Hidden Life Is More Important Than Your Visible Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 30, 2024 · 11m
The central message emphasizes that a person's hidden life—their thoughts, attitudes, and motives—is far more important than their visible outward Christian life. Drawing from the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus taught that merely hearing the word is insufficient; true stability comes from obedience, which is built on a deep, unseen foundation. The strength of a life, like a tree or a building, is determined by what is hidden underground, not what is displayed publicly.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
October 24 | Daily Devotion | Beware of the Form of Godliness Without Power | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 23, 2024 · 11m
The message advises believers to actively flee from temptations, such as polluted links online, rather than just resisting them, drawing a parallel between fleeing temptation and running from a tempting woman. Furthermore, it warns against those who possess a form of godliness but are actually lovers of self, money, or who seek to draw attention to themselves rather than pointing people to Christ. True spirituality involves decreasing oneself so that Christ may increase.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
October 23 | Daily Devotion | Last Days Hypocritical Christians | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 22, 2024 · 12m
The sermon warns that in the last days, many Christians will possess only the outward 'form' of godliness—correct doctrines and outward piety—but lack genuine inner power. The speaker urges listeners to guard against spiritual deception, comparing it to a wolf in sheep's clothing, and emphasizes that true devotion to Christ must supersede the desire to impress others. Spiritual cleansing requires both God's work for past sins and diligent self-cleansing in one's present walk.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
October 8 | Daily Devotion | Live Before God's Face Everyday | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 7, 2024 · 10m
The speaker contrasts a negative testimony—listing things one abstains from (e.g., not smoking, not drinking)—with the positive testimony of living before God's face every day. Drawing from Elijah's example, the central message is that true spiritual vitality comes from a positive, daily relationship with God, rather than merely avoiding sin. He concludes by emphasizing that the mark of a true church is the palpable presence of God, which should be the deepest longing for every believer.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
September 30 | Daily Devotion | Is Your Inner Man Renewed Day By Day? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 29, 2024 · 13m
The central message is that while the outer man will naturally decay, the inner man can be renewed day by day by committing to two daily disciplines: listening to God and taking up the cross. The speaker emphasizes that this daily process of listening and self-denial is how one becomes more Christlike, leading to wisdom and spiritual growth. He encourages the audience to adopt the attitude of 'Lord, your servant is listening' every morning.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
September 18 | Daily Devotion | Desire This Certificate From God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 17, 2024 · 13m
The speaker emphasizes that a foundational understanding of the 'fear of God' is necessary to truly grasp the grace of God. He contrasts the early apostles, who were grounded in this fear, with modern Christians who, lacking this foundation, often misunderstand grace and live in greater sin. Ultimately, the speaker stresses that the only opinion that matters is God's, urging listeners to desire the affirmation, 'Now I know that you fear God,' from Him.