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10mSeptember 14 | Daily Devotion | Do Not Forget Your First Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 13
11mSeptember 12 | Daily Devotion | A Church Of Overcomers | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 11
6mSeptember 11 | Daily Devotion | Pleasing God by Resisting Temptation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 10
9mSeptember 5 | Daily Devotion | Grace Can Help You To Be An Overcomer | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 4
12mAugust 30 | Daily Devotion | Pursue Peace With All People | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 29
10mAugust 20 | Daily Devotion | If You Fear God You Need Fear Nothing Else | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 19
12mAugust 17 | Daily Devotion | Are You An External or Internal Type of Christian? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 16
9mAugust 6 | Daily Devotion | The Proof Of God’s Blessing In Our Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 5
11mJuly 26 | Daily Devotion | Expecting The Lord To Come | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25
12mJuly 24 | Daily Devotion | The Fruit Of Our Service Is Holiness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 23
13mJuly 22 | Daily Devotion | Be Conformed To The Likeness Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 21
9mJuly 19 | Daily Devotion | Be A Man Or A Woman Who Fears God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 18
10mJuly 8 | Daily Devotion | A Life Without Any Regrets | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 7
10mJune 20 | Daily Devotion |The Lord Is Interested In A Man Whom He Can Point Out To Satan |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 19
10mJune 19 | Daily Devotion | Be On The Alert At All Times | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 18
8mJune 9 | Daily Devotion | Accept Correction And You Will Grow Spiritually | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 8
9mJune 4 | Daily Devotion | Let God Alone Be The Judge | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 3
9mMay 31 | Daily Devotion | Keep Fighting Against Sexual Sin Until You Overcome | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 30
9mMay 29 | Daily Devotion | Worship And Fear Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 28
9mMay 19 | Daily Devotion | The Way We Must Use Our Tongue | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 18
11mMay 12 | Daily Devotion | Grace Of God Is Far Superior To Living By The Fear Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 11
9mMay 10 | Daily Devotion | I Will Never Offer To God That Which Costs Me Nothing | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 9
12mMay 7 | Daily Devotion | Is This The Root Of Our Sin - Part-1 | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 6
12mApril 17 | Daily Devotion | Worship God And Be Free From Idols | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 16
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.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
September 14 | Daily Devotion | Do Not Forget Your First Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 13, 2024 · 10m
The central message warns Christians against losing their first love for Jesus Christ, even while remaining active in ministry and good works. The speaker cautions that excessive focus on activity, service, or worldly comforts can dilute genuine devotion, making outward religious life meaningless if the heart's primary focus is not worship of Christ. True discipleship requires maintaining a pure, eager devotion to Jesus, rather than merely looking forward to earthly or heavenly comfort.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
September 12 | Daily Devotion | A Church Of Overcomers | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 11, 2024 · 11m
The central message is that building the church requires a complete self-giving, mirroring Christ's love for the church. The speaker contrasts a 'minimum' approach to faith—asking what little is required for salvation or ministry—with a 'maximum' approach, which involves giving everything for God. He warns that seeking mere knowledge or understanding (the 'tree of knowledge') can divert believers from the true 'tree of life,' which is simple, pure devotion to Jesus Christ.
6mCFC Daily Devotions
September 11 | Daily Devotion | Pleasing God by Resisting Temptation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 10, 2024 · 6m
The central message is that pleasing God through a quiet, faithful life is more valuable than any visible ministry or accomplishment. Drawing from Jesus's life, the speaker emphasizes that God values hidden faithfulness—such as praying for one's family or submitting quietly—over public displays of religious achievement. Believers should focus on pleasing God in the small, unseen moments rather than seeking prominence.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
September 5 | Daily Devotion | Grace Can Help You To Be An Overcomer | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 4, 2024 · 9m
The speaker addresses the misconception that overcoming sin is achieved through personal struggle, emphasizing instead that believers are under grace, not law. He explains that Jesus invites those who are truly weary and heavy-laden—those who are thirsty for the Holy Spirit—to come to Him. Ultimately, the message points to God's foreknowledge, noting that God overlooks periods of ignorance and calls people to repent.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
August 30 | Daily Devotion | Pursue Peace With All People | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 29, 2024 · 12m
The message emphasizes the necessity of pursuing holiness and peace with all people, noting that sanctification is a lifelong process, unlike immediate forgiveness. It advises believers to never repay evil for evil, leaving vengeance to God, and to approach relationships with the mindset of Christ, who remained at peace even when facing opposition. Ultimately, the speaker encourages embracing difficult situations as opportunities to obey God's command to love enemies.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
August 20 | Daily Devotion | If You Fear God You Need Fear Nothing Else | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 19, 2024 · 10m
The central message is that fearing God means fearing nothing else, as God's care is perfect. The speaker explains that fear often increases when our reverence and respect for God diminish, leading to compromise in our lives. True reverence for God leads to freedom from fear, and Jesus's life demonstrates that even when tempted by fear and money, He overcame through reverence for the Father.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
August 17 | Daily Devotion | Are You An External or Internal Type of Christian? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 16, 2024 · 12m
The sermon distinguishes between two types of Christians: the external type, who focuses only on good doctrines and outward actions, and the internal type, who cares about their inner thoughts, attitudes, and motives. The speaker emphasizes that God judges the heart, not the outward appearance, citing that at the final judgment, God will reveal hidden thoughts and motives. Therefore, Christians should focus on purifying their inner life rather than merely maintaining a good public testimony.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
August 6 | Daily Devotion | The Proof Of God’s Blessing In Our Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 5, 2024 · 9m
True spiritual progress is measured by the continuous revelation of unChristlike areas in one's own life, requiring daily repentance. The speaker emphasizes that one must constantly compare oneself only to Jesus Christ, not to other believers, to avoid stagnation and pride. God's blessing is not proven by ministry success or external validation, but by the ongoing process of self-examination and repentance.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
July 26 | Daily Devotion | Expecting The Lord To Come | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25, 2024 · 11m
The central message is the necessity of living in constant readiness for the Lord's return, which requires personal sanctification. True readiness is demonstrated by cultivating a dual hope: the hope of seeing Christ face-to-face and the hope of being conformed to His image. This purification is achieved daily through service, leading others to Christ, and practicing virtues like thankfulness, contentment, and freedom from anxiety, all sustained by the belief that Christ keeps us from falling.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
July 24 | Daily Devotion | The Fruit Of Our Service Is Holiness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 23, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that the true fruit of Christian service is holiness, which is achieved through the work of the Holy Spirit. The speaker contrasts old covenant service, which could lead to sin, with the New Covenant ministry, which brings sanctification. Believers must seek to see the glory of Jesus in God's Word, allowing the Spirit to transform them from glory to glory, rather than focusing solely on personal sin.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
July 22 | Daily Devotion | Be Conformed To The Likeness Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 21, 2024 · 13m
The central message is that the true result of serving the Lord is sanctification, meaning one's life becomes progressively more Christlike. The speaker emphasizes that God's ultimate plan for believers is not merely to reach heaven, but to be conformed to the image of Christ. This process requires believers to press on toward perfection, recognizing that the Old Covenant law has been abolished and cannot achieve this sanctification.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
July 19 | Daily Devotion | Be A Man Or A Woman Who Fears God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 18, 2024 · 9m
The speaker emphasizes that God values a man or woman who fears Him, is upright, and turns away from evil, noting that this quality is more important to God than the universe itself. Drawing from the Book of Job, he highlights that even a wealthy, prominent family man can be godly. He particularly challenges parents to maintain a constant concern for their children's inner spiritual state, proactively praying for them against sins they may not openly commit.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
July 8 | Daily Devotion | A Life Without Any Regrets | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 7, 2024 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes that true understanding of the New Covenant means being more concerned with avoiding and overcoming sin than merely escaping hell or going to heaven. He argues that the greatest gift of the New Covenant is the ability to partake of God's divine nature, which allows for a victory over sin that becomes effortless, like an expert swimmer. Failing to grasp this covenant leads to eternal regret.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 20 | Daily Devotion |The Lord Is Interested In A Man Whom He Can Point Out To Satan |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 19, 2024 · 10m
The speaker argues that the Bible's first book, Job, reveals God's primary interest is in men of character whom He can point out to Satan. He emphasizes that true Christian life is demonstrated not by theological arguments or outward piety, but by genuine devotion, selfless love, and integrity in private life—whether in study, family, or community. The ultimate goal is to live a life so pleasing to God that the devil has no accusation against it.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 19 | Daily Devotion | Be On The Alert At All Times | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 18, 2024 · 10m
The message warns believers against being spiritually complacent, comparing it to being drunk with worldliness, dissipation, and the cares of life. The core message is to remain spiritually alert at all times, treating it like a constant background check on one's life. True security comes from maintaining a life free from sin, as this is the mark of God's seal, which is known to the Lord.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
June 9 | Daily Devotion | Accept Correction And You Will Grow Spiritually | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 8, 2024 · 8m
The speaker emphasizes that spiritual growth requires accepting correction, rebuke, and discipline from the Lord, comparing this to anointing with oil. He shares a personal testimony about how enduring years of misunderstanding and silence was crucial for God to build the ministry of CFC. Ultimately, he urges listeners to submit to God's discipline, recognizing that when God
9mCFC Daily Devotions
June 4 | Daily Devotion | Let God Alone Be The Judge | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 3, 2024 · 9m
The central message warns against judging others, emphasizing that only God is the true judge. The speaker urges listeners to focus on self-examination and repentance instead of criticizing others, citing passages from James and 1 Corinthians. True holiness resides in the heart, and the ultimate accountability will be at the judgment seat of Christ, where self-judgment and mercy shown to others will be key.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
May 31 | Daily Devotion | Keep Fighting Against Sexual Sin Until You Overcome | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 30, 2024 · 9m
The speaker encourages listeners to persistently fight against sexual sin, using the analogy of wrestling to illustrate that continued effort, even through losses, builds strength. He emphasizes that giving up is worse than failing, and advises young people to draw strength and example from Jesus's own victories over temptation. Ultimately, the message stresses the importance of fighting the battle to achieve purity and a strong life.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
May 29 | Daily Devotion | Worship And Fear Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 28, 2024 · 9m
The speaker uses the story of Abraham and Isaac to illustrate that true fear of God is demonstrated through secret, costly obedience, not public displays of emotion. He argues that genuine worship is a private sacrifice or self-denial that costs something, contrasting this with superficial singing or emotional excitement during services. Ultimately, God sees the heart's obedience when no one else knows.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
May 19 | Daily Devotion | The Way We Must Use Our Tongue | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 18, 2024 · 9m
Jesus strongly emphasized the importance of controlling one's tongue, warning that words reveal what is truly in the heart. The speaker argues that true Christianity is tested by speech, noting that what comes out of the mouth always originates in the heart. Therefore, controlling one's speech requires a radical change and dealing with the inner disposition of the heart.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
May 12 | Daily Devotion | Grace Of God Is Far Superior To Living By The Fear Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 11, 2024 · 11m
The speaker argues that a proper understanding of God's grace must be built upon the foundation of the fear of the Lord, comparing it to learning the alphabet before college. He contrasts the Old Testament's severe consequences for sin under the Law with the current understanding of grace, warning that many Christians operate under no covenant. The central message is that true obedience and holiness require recognizing the seriousness of sin and following Christ's example, not a cheapened gospel of grace.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
May 10 | Daily Devotion | I Will Never Offer To God That Which Costs Me Nothing | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 9, 2024 · 9m
The speaker draws a principle from scripture, comparing the building of the Temple to the commitment required in worship. He emphasizes that true worship, like Abel's offering, requires giving everything, not just what is easy or costs nothing. The core message is that one must never offer to God what has not cost them something, applying this principle beyond finances to all areas of sacrifice in life.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
May 7 | Daily Devotion | Is This The Root Of Our Sin - Part-1 | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 6, 2024 · 12m
The core sin is identified as self-centeredness, which is the root issue that must be addressed for true salvation. The root of holiness, conversely, is making Christ the center of one's life, rather than self. The speaker uses the analogy of astronomy and the parable of the two sons to illustrate that true repentance means turning from self-focus to Christ-focus, which is necessary for a right understanding of life and faith.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
April 17 | Daily Devotion | Worship God And Be Free From Idols | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 16, 2024 · 12m
The central message warns against treating worldly things, like food or money, as idols, which prevents one from being fully available to God. The speaker emphasizes that while many things may be 'lawful,' only those that are 'profitable' for eternity should guide one's life, urging believers to move beyond merely meeting minimum requirements for faith. Ultimately, the body is declared to be for the Lord and a temple of the Holy Spirit, requiring constant vigilance against allowing any desire to become a master.