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11mNovember 11 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Must Be Revealed in Our Hearts | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 10
8mOctober 24 | Daily Devotion | Show Your Love For The Lord By Submitting To The Authority |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 23
12mFebruary 21 | Daily Devotion | Is Your Foundation Strong? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20
12mNovember 14 | Daily Devotion | Moving from Self-Centeredness to God-centeredness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 13
10mSeptember 22 | Daily Devotion | Principles For Building Godly Homes | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 21
10mNovember 18 | Daily Devotion | A Life In Fellowship With Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17
12mDecember 16 | Daily Devotion | Always Be Honest Before God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 15
12mJanuary 3 | Daily Devotion | Offer Your Body To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 2
10mSeptember 27 | Daily Devotion | God Will Help Us To Walk As Jesus Did | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 26
11mNovember 26 | Daily Devotion | A Helper To Help Keep God’s Commands | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 25
10mJuly 3 | Daily Devotion | Humble Yourself Under The Mighty Hand Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 2
10mJanuary 16 | Daily Devotion | To Get Discernment, Glory Only In Jesus Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 15
11mJune 16 | Daily Devotion | Value Fellowship With The Father | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 15
15mMarch 1 | Daily Devotion | Live By The Principles That Jesus Lived By On Earth | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 29
10mSeptember 9 | Daily Devotion | Pleasing God by Being Subject to Authority | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 8
9mFebruary 26 | Daily Devotion |Not Tithing! But Offering Your Body As A Living Sacrifice! |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 25
9mOctober 18 | Daily Devotion | Have The Spirit Of A Servant Like Jesus Had | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 17
6mSeptember 11 | Daily Devotion | Pleasing God by Resisting Temptation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 10
12mApril 13 | Daily Devotion | Be Aware Of The Lord's Presence To Overcome Sin | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 12
10mMarch 24 | Daily Devotion | Learn From Jesus To Please The Father | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 23
10mApril 20 | Daily Devotion | God's Ways Are Not Our Ways | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 19
9mDecember 05 | Daily Devotion | The Only Way To Build The Church | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 4
12mMarch 3 | Daily Devotion | You Shall Worship And Then You Shall Serve | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 2
11mJuly 26 | Daily Devotion | Expecting The Lord To Come | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25
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for “discipleship” · CFC Daily Devotions
November 11 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Must Be Revealed in Our Hearts | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 10, 2024 · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
True church life is built not on outward conformity or mere agreement with doctrine, but on having seen Jesus revealed in one's heart. This deep understanding compels believers to live daily by Christ's principles, which involves embracing the daily cross. Hypocrisy, which is merely putting on a front, is condemned by Jesus, and following Him requires accepting the reality of suffering and self-denial.
October 24 | Daily Devotion | Show Your Love For The Lord By Submitting To The Authority |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 23, 2025 · 8m · CFC Daily Devotions
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.
February 21 | Daily Devotion | Is Your Foundation Strong? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2025 · 12m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message emphasizes that a strong Christian life requires a proper foundation built on both repentance and faith, not just belief in Christ. The speaker stresses that true repentance is a complete 180-degree turn away from sin, and that Christian life, like marriage, demands 100% commitment. Furthermore, he highlights that receiving God's forgiveness requires the believer to actively forgive others, citing Matthew 6:14-15 as a crucial condition.
November 14 | Daily Devotion | Moving from Self-Centeredness to God-centeredness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 13, 2024 · 12m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message is the necessity of moving from a self-centered life to one completely centered on God, mirroring the transformation from Adam's body to the body of Christ. This transformation is not instantaneous but a daily process, requiring the believer to be continually filled with the Holy Spirit to see the glory of Jesus. True Christ-likeness goes beyond mere good behavior or self-improvement; it must be motivated by a deep desire to glorify God in every aspect of life.
September 22 | Daily Devotion | Principles For Building Godly Homes | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 21, 2024 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message emphasizes that the foundation of a godly marriage rests on obeying God's law, specifically leaving one's parents to cleave to one's spouse. The speaker stresses that this obedience requires an emotional shift in priority, ensuring the spouse is first, not parents or relatives. Ultimately, the highest priority must always be God, followed by the spouse, as this establishes the correct foundation for a happy home.
November 18 | Daily Devotion | A Life In Fellowship With Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2025 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message emphasizes that true salvation requires both faith and repentance, comparing them to the two necessary wires for electricity to flow. The speaker defines sin not just as breaking a law, but ultimately as anything that comes short of the glory of God, which is seen in Christ. He urges listeners to live with integrity in all areas of life, understanding that every word and action will be accounted for at the judgment seat of Christ.
December 16 | Daily Devotion | Always Be Honest Before God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 15, 2024 · 12m · CFC Daily Devotions
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.
January 3 | Daily Devotion | Offer Your Body To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 2, 2026 · 12m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message is that God desires a believer's entire body, not just financial offerings or tithes. The speaker draws parallels between Old Testament rituals (like the lamb and the Red Sea crossing) and Christ's life and sacrifice, arguing that the ultimate offering required is self-surrender to God's will. Believers must understand that their physical actions and choices—how they use their eyes, tongue, and body—will be accounted for at the judgment seat of Christ.
September 27 | Daily Devotion | God Will Help Us To Walk As Jesus Did | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 26, 2024 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
The message emphasizes the necessity of daily repentance and dependence on God, drawing heavily from the Lord's Prayer. It stresses that Christian life requires daily forgiveness—both forgiving others and asking God for forgiveness for unconscious sins. Ultimately, the speaker encourages listeners to live by the principles of Jesus, relying on the Holy Spirit's strength to forgive and overcome temptation, thereby modeling a life where God's will comes first.
November 26 | Daily Devotion | A Helper To Help Keep God’s Commands | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 25, 2024 · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
The speaker discusses why many Christians exhibit insecurity, jealousy, and difficulty in fellowship, attributing this to a deep-seated sense of being 'orphans' who lack true intimacy. He emphasizes that the primary ministry of the Holy Spirit, as taught by Jesus, is to help believers keep God's commandments, which requires a selfless, sacrificial love mirroring Christ's own. This unity and willingness to sacrifice for one another is the key to the church's growth.
July 3 | Daily Devotion | Humble Yourself Under The Mighty Hand Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 2, 2024 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message is that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. The speaker emphasizes that humility is the key differentiator, citing the example of the two thieves on the cross. True exaltation comes not from worldly success or spiritual achievement, but from being exalted over sin, which requires a continuous commitment to humility before God's mighty hand.
January 16 | Daily Devotion | To Get Discernment, Glory Only In Jesus Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2026 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message is that true spiritual maturity and discernment come from glorifying Jesus Christ above all else. The speaker warns that subtle forms of pride, such as valuing personal achievements or appearance, hinder spiritual growth. He emphasizes that genuine devotion means desiring nothing in life except Christ, leading to a deep, personal relationship with Jesus that surpasses mere intellectual understanding.
June 16 | Daily Devotion | Value Fellowship With The Father | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 15, 2024 · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
The speaker emphasizes that sin, not sickness, is what leads to hell, stressing that the seriousness of sin is often underestimated. He uses Jesus' experience on the cross, where fellowship with the Father was broken, to illustrate the profound value of this relationship. The message urges listeners to treat sin with the same gravity as a broken fellowship, encouraging fervent prayer to overcome sin and live in constant awareness of God's presence.
March 1 | Daily Devotion | Live By The Principles That Jesus Lived By On Earth | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 29, 2024 · 15m · CFC Daily Devotions
The message emphasizes that Christians should follow Jesus' principles rather than merely admiring his life. It teaches that overcoming life's challenges requires drawing upon God's grace, which is accessed by asking Him for power, not by trying to obey through personal effort alone. Furthermore, the speaker stresses the importance of filling one's mind with God's Word to counter temptation, contrasting this with filling the mind with unnecessary worldly information.
September 9 | Daily Devotion | Pleasing God by Being Subject to Authority | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 8, 2024 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message is that pleasing God requires submitting to imperfect authority, citing Jesus' life in Nazareth as the prime example. The speaker warns against criticizing authority figures, whether in church, family, or work, as this behavior displeases God. True spiritual maturity is demonstrated by submitting to difficult circumstances and learning from imperfect leaders.
February 26 | Daily Devotion |Not Tithing! But Offering Your Body As A Living Sacrifice! |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 25, 2024 · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message urges believers to respond to God's salvation not with mere financial tithing, but by presenting their entire bodies as a living sacrifice, as commanded in Romans 12:1. The speaker emphasizes that this sacrifice requires self-denial—cutting up one's eyes, tongue, and hands—to dedicate them to God's will rather than worldly desires. True spiritual worship is demonstrated by how one lives throughout the entire week, not just during Sunday services.
October 18 | Daily Devotion | Have The Spirit Of A Servant Like Jesus Had | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 17, 2025 · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
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.
September 11 | Daily Devotion | Pleasing God by Resisting Temptation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 10, 2024 · 6m · CFC Daily Devotions
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.
April 13 | Daily Devotion | Be Aware Of The Lord's Presence To Overcome Sin | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 12, 2025 · 12m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message is that developing an awareness of Christ's constant presence is the most effective way to overcome sin. The speaker encourages believers to practice this awareness in all aspects of life, such as in church services and at home, by focusing their worship and thoughts on Christ's sacrifice rather than self-pity. He urges the congregation to fix their eyes on Jesus, recognizing Him as the true leader in praise, to better see their sin and maintain devotion.
March 24 | Daily Devotion | Learn From Jesus To Please The Father | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 23, 2025 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message is that pleasing God is not dependent on visible accomplishments like miracles, preaching, or extensive travel, as exemplified by Jesus's life in Nazareth. Instead, Jesus was pleasing to the Father through his deep knowledge of scripture, which he acquired through diligent study and meditation. The speaker encourages listeners to take scripture seriously, emphasizing that understanding God comes not from clever minds, but from having a pure heart.
April 20 | Daily Devotion | God's Ways Are Not Our Ways | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 19, 2024 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Jesus exemplified profound humility by treating everyone, regardless of their social standing or past sins, with inherent worth. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian service requires adopting a mindset of equality, mirroring Christ's willingness to meet people at their level without any sense of superiority. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to embrace a God-like perspective that values the redeemed, no matter their past.
December 05 | Daily Devotion | The Only Way To Build The Church | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 4, 2024 · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
The speaker emphasizes that building the church requires strict adherence to God's Word, citing examples like the requirement for women to veil their heads during public prayer or prophecy. He argues that true commitment to Christ's standards, even if it causes others to leave, is more important than maintaining large numbers. Ultimately, he concludes that God builds His church through those who are humble, contrite in spirit, and who tremble at His word.
March 3 | Daily Devotion | You Shall Worship And Then You Shall Serve | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 2, 2025 · 12m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message is that true Christian life requires prioritizing worship before service. Drawing parallels from the angels' wings (four for worship, two for service) and Jesus' temptation, the speaker emphasizes that one must first focus on adoring God in spirit and heart. This principle should guide daily life, ensuring that our requests and actions flow from a deep place of worship rather than immediate earthly needs.
July 26 | Daily Devotion | Expecting The Lord To Come | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25, 2024 · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
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.