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Zac Poonen · Jul 4, 2026 · 8m · CFC Daily Devotions
That's what a thorn in the in your foot is like. And so, here was a sickness that was constantly irritating Paul. And from other passages of scripture, I believe it is a problem with with his eyes constantly irritated him even when he's
Zac Poonen · Sep 5, 2025 · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
Christians to take a promise without thinking about the condition and then they wonder why it's not fulfilled. It's not fulfilled because the condition was not met. There are some amazing promises in scripture about God
Zac Poonen · Jul 9, 2026 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
and we will please God more. I'm not against studying the Bible, but but I was From the time I was converted, I spent the first 7 years studying the Bible thoroughly, and all my knowledge of scripture is almost based on those
Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2025 · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
The message draws parallels between the cooperation of Haggai and Zechariah in building the temple and the coming unity of the New Covenant church. The core message emphasizes trusting God to be a 'wall of fire' for protection rather than relying on human defenses. Furthermore, the speaker stresses that the believer's ultimate glory must rest solely in Jesus Christ, not in personal achievements, culture, or material possessions.
Zac Poonen · Aug 31, 2025 · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
The speaker emphasizes that God desires a pure testimony in every location, not necessarily a large one. Drawing from Malachi, he contrasts the Israelites' habit of offering their sick, lame, and blind animals—the leftovers—with what God truly desires. He urges listeners to examine how they give their best to God in terms of time, energy, and money, warning against offering only the minimum or the leftovers of one's life.
Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2026 · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
The message draws parallels between the cooperation of Haggai and Zechariah in building the temple and the coming unity of the church in the new covenant. The core message emphasizes trusting in God to be a 'wall of fire' for protection rather than relying on human defenses. Furthermore, the speaker stresses that the believer's ultimate glory must be in Jesus Christ, not in personal achievements, culture, or material possessions.
Zac Poonen · Dec 24, 2024 · 8m · CFC Daily Devotions
control now I want to turn you to another passage of scripture we looked at John chapter 1 and that is in Hebrews chapter 8 where the New Covenant is again described in Hebrews 8 we read that in verse 7 if the first
Zac Poonen · Feb 7, 2026 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
man. "I will find out, sir." is the answer of a person who wants to know. And that's helped me. I'm And I heard that 60 years ago and I haven't forgotten it. And then when I go to scripture and I don't [clears throat] understand
Zac Poonen · Apr 16, 2025 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
The message uses Abraham's story in Romans 4 to illustrate that true faith involves believing God's promises even when all evidence suggests impossibility. Just as Abraham was promised a multitude of children despite his and Sarah's barrenness, believers must trust God's word for victory over sin and life, even when feeling defeated. The key is to look to God's promise rather than one's own perceived weakness or failure.
Zac Poonen · Oct 19, 2024 · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
taught the parts written in scripture by the apostles the example set by Jesus and the apostles and ask where is the good way out of all these different 10 different ways which is the good way
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2024 · 5m · CFC Daily Devotions
chose you you were poor he chose the poor to be rich in faith and made them HS of his kingdom what I see in all these scriptures when Jesus was selecting his disciples Apostles he didn't go to the
Zac Poonen · Oct 2, 2025 · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
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.
Zac Poonen · Feb 16, 2026 · 8m · CFC Daily Devotions
as I follow Christ. I want you to take that challenge and think not of your ministry. You know, Paul did not say be an apostle like me, write scripture like me. Nobody's writing scripture today. Then who can follow Paul? He's not at all
Zac Poonen · Feb 8, 2024 · 14m · CFC Daily Devotions
not the highest thing if Jesus greatest ambition was to preach about the father and to spread the good news everywhere he would not have wasted 30 years in his home heer left home when he was 12 when he knew the scriptures and started out preaching so
Zac Poonen · Feb 6, 2025 · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message is that God's grace is sufficient for every situation we face, drawing from 2 Corinthians 12:9. The speaker uses an illustration of a boat hitting a hidden rock to explain that God doesn't always remove the difficulty, but rather raises the level of His grace so we can overcome it. He cautions against focusing on physical healing or prosperity, urging instead that we trust in God's grace to help us overcome our current circumstances, no matter how difficult they seem.
Zac Poonen · Mar 11, 2026 · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
them. Is there a word which says in scripture which says turn away from people who are causing divisions. That's the Holy Spirit. That's the fire he's trying to put into your life. Cuz those guys are trying to put cold water on you.
Zac Poonen · Sep 14, 2025 · 13m · CFC Daily Devotions
The speaker encourages believers to stand firm in their faith, comparing the commitment of early Christians like Polycarp to the need to remain steadfast in the face of cultural pressures. He emphasizes that the last days will test faith, requiring believers to live righteously like Noah. The message concludes by urging the audience to move beyond basic knowledge ('milk') and embrace the 'solid food' of the word of righteousness, which involves actively overcoming sin in every area of life.
Zac Poonen · Jul 26, 2024 · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
The message emphasizes that true joy is found only in the presence of God, which is secured through Christ's blood. A key distinction is drawn between condemnation and conviction: condemnation is a ministry that declares one is unworthy or useless, while the Holy Spirit's conviction points out sin with a message of hope and a way to set things right. Believers must learn to recognize and reject messages of condemnation, understanding that the New Covenant brings life, not death or condemnation.
Zac Poonen · Apr 12, 2024 · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
is the way we bring up our children we want another generation to grow up carrying on the same truths and there's a great law in scripture either scripture is right or it's wrong if you believe scripture is right it says in Proverbs 22 and verse 6 train
Zac Poonen · Mar 2, 2026 · 12m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message is that Christian life must prioritize worship before service. Drawing from Isaiah 6 and Jesus' temptation, the speaker emphasizes that true devotion begins by focusing on God's majesty, as exemplified by the angels using four wings for worship and only two for service. He advises listeners to start their day and their approach to faith by worshipping God sincerely, rather than immediately listing their needs or requests.
Zac Poonen · Jun 25, 2025 · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
said what are the seven points of the holy spirit? Why is he called sevenfold holy spirit? And so I searched the scriptures. I find that Christians, I mean many of you are in the Silicon Valley crowd particularly,
Zac Poonen · Oct 29, 2024 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
God uses brokenness and hardship to refine individuals, as demonstrated by Paul's suffering, because He cannot commit authority to an unbroken man. The message encourages listeners to submit to difficult circumstances, viewing them as a process of purification like gold in fire. By accepting God's allowing of trials, one can ultimately reach a place of abundance and overflowing blessing.
Zac Poonen · Feb 1, 2024 · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
promise which is good I'm not against it I myself claim promises in the scripture but it's always in relation to Jesus it's like if I give a get a check it's the person who wrote that check that makes that check valuable in a bank
Zac Poonen · May 14, 2024 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
The central message is that nothing of eternal value can be accomplished without Christ, emphasizing that all human achievements are temporary. The speaker stresses the necessity of profound humility, recognizing one's complete dependence on God, which is exemplified by Jesus's life. Furthermore, true spiritual life requires constant dependence on God, described as 'prayer without ceasing,' rather than relying on self-confidence or worldly efforts.