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January 24 | Daily Devotion | Dying To Self Is A Daily Affair | Zac Poonen

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January 23 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Filled By The Spirit Of Wisdom | Zac Poonen

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January 22 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Your Body In Order To Win | Zac Poonen

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January 21 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Yourself In The Use Of Money | Zac Poonen

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January 20 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Be Foolish, But Make The Most Of Your Time | Zac Poonen

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January 19 | Daily Devotion | Those To Whom God Gives Revelation | Zac Poonen

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January 18 | Daily Devotion | God Shuts Down The Accusations Of Satan | Zac Poonen

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January 17 | Daily Devotion | Devotion To The Lord And Fellowship With Other Believers | Zac Poonen

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January 16 | Daily Devotion | To Get Discernment, Glory Only In Jesus Christ | Zac Poonen

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January 15 | Daily Devotion | Trust The Lord To Be A Wall Of Fire Around You | Zac Poonen

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January 14 | Daily Devotion | There Should Be These Two Movements In Your Life | Zac Poonen

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January 13 | Daily Devotion | The Word Of The Cross For Believers: Not My Will But God's Will

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January 12 | Daily Devotion | Love Of Money Will Cause Spiritual Blindness | Zac Poonen

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January 11 | Daily Devotion | Danger Of Falling And Failing When You Are Blessed | Zac Poonen

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January 10 | Daily Devotion | Self Justification Is An Abomination To God | Zac Poonen

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January 9 | Daily Devotion | Danger Of Backsliding When You Have Wealth And Comfort | Zac Poonen

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January 8 | Daily Devotion | Beware When You Become Rich That You Don't Forget God | Zac Poonen

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January 7 | Daily Devotion | God Gives Perseverance And Encouragement | Zac Poonen

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January 6 | Daily Devotion | Do Everything For The Glory Of God | Zac Poonen

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January 5 | Daily Devotion | The Pure Bride Of Christ Is Selfless | Zac Poonen

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January 4 | Daily Devotion | Discerning The Spirit Of Babylon | Zac Poonen

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January 3 | Daily Devotion | Offer Your Body To God | Zac Poonen

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January 2 | Daily Devotion | The Right Way To Give | Zac Poonen

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January 1 | Daily Devotion | Forgive Others as God Forgives Us | Zac Poonen

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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.

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January 24 | Daily Devotion | Dying To Self Is A Daily Affair | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 23, 2026 · 11m

The central message is the necessity of daily dying to self to truly follow Jesus, which is described as a continuous process like a marriage commitment. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires walking the narrow way daily, not just standing at the gate. This daily surrender is linked to the 'new and living way' inaugurated by Christ, which ultimately means yielding one's will to the Father's will, as Jesus Himself stated.

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January 23 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Filled By The Spirit Of Wisdom | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 22, 2026 · 10m

The central message is that true wisdom comes from being filled with the Holy Spirit, which teaches one to fear and revere God above all else. Following Christ requires consciously choosing to be 'blind and deaf' to the deceptive influences of the world—what we see or hear—and instead basing decisions solely on God's Word. This continuous reliance on the Spirit allows one to grow in wisdom, mirroring Jesus' own life.

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January 22 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Your Body In Order To Win | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 21, 2026 · 6m

Zac Poonen teaches that disciplining our physical bodies is essential for spiritual victory and effective Christian living. Drawing on 1 Corinthians 9, he emphasizes self-control in eating, fasting, and physical desires as a means to strengthen our spiritual life and break dependencies that hinder our pursuit of God. He encourages practical steps like eating less, fasting monthly, and maintaining awareness of physical hunger to grow in discipline and spiritual power.

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January 21 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Yourself In The Use Of Money | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 20, 2026 · 8m

Zac Poonen teaches that financial discipline is essential for spiritual growth and receiving God's true riches. He explains that faithfulness with money—whether in small or large amounts—determines whether God will entrust believers with spiritual wealth like deeper revelation, God's nature, and the Holy Spirit's anointing. Poonen exhorts Christians to avoid unnecessary spending and debt, live within their means, and cultivate the spirit of discipline in financial matters as a practical expression of their faith.

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January 20 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Be Foolish, But Make The Most Of Your Time | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 20, 2026 · 10m

The central message is the importance of being disciplined in the use of time, as time is a finite resource that cannot be recovered even by God. The speaker urges listeners to make the most of their 24 hours by intentionally setting aside time for Bible study, using the analogy of gathering up leftover fragments like the loaves and fishes. This disciplined use of time is presented as a way to grow spiritually and be equipped to share God's word with others.

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January 19 | Daily Devotion | Those To Whom God Gives Revelation | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 18, 2026 · 11m

The speaker argues that true spiritual understanding, or revelation, is evidenced by a profound shift in priorities, mirroring Moses' life. This revelation causes a person to lose interest in worldly honor, the pleasures of sin, and material wealth. The key indicator of having this revelation is a willingness to suffer with God's people, recognizing that everything outside of Christ is ultimately worthless.

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January 18 | Daily Devotion | God Shuts Down The Accusations Of Satan | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 17, 2026 · 12m

The message uses Zechariah 3 as a picture of the believer's life, contrasting Satan's accusations with the Lord's cleansing and clothing with Christ's righteousness. It emphasizes that while we all have imperfections, the believer's response, modeled by Zechariah, is to support and encourage a brother or sister rather than criticizing them. Ultimately, maintaining the church's light requires the sacrificial outpouring of life from fellow believers, empowered by the Holy Spirit.

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January 17 | Daily Devotion | Devotion To The Lord And Fellowship With Other Believers | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 16, 2026 · 9m

Zac Poonen teaches that believers must develop a deep personal devotion to Jesus alongside fellowship with other believers, making him the central glory of their lives. He emphasizes that an intimate, individual relationship with Christ—where one knows him personally and communicates with him—is fundamental, and that such devotion brings spiritual privileges like being the apple of God's eye and having effective prayers. Poonen challenges false humility and external religiosity, calling believers to surrender everything to God and live with complete commitment rather than seeking privilege without responsibility.

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January 16 | Daily Devotion | To Get Discernment, Glory Only In Jesus Christ | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2026 · 10m

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.

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January 15 | Daily Devotion | Trust The Lord To Be A Wall Of Fire Around You | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2026 · 9m

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.

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January 14 | Daily Devotion | There Should Be These Two Movements In Your Life | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 13, 2026 · 9m

Zac Poonen teaches that Christians should experience two essential movements in their lives: first, a personal journey from sin and defeat to victory (Egypt to Canaan), and second, a movement from spiritual isolation and money-centered living toward genuine fellowship in obedience to God's word (Babylon to Jerusalem). He contrasts the old covenant pattern of one-man ministry with the new covenant emphasis on two-by-two partnership and genuine community, warning against both personal spiritual complacency and isolation from others.

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January 13 | Daily Devotion | The Word Of The Cross For Believers: Not My Will But God's Will

Zac Poonen · Jan 12, 2026 · 13m

Zac Poonen teaches that the word of the cross for believers means surrendering self-will to God's will, following Jesus's example of never doing his own will but only the Father's will. True discipleship transcends merely avoiding outward sins; it requires secret self-denial in hidden areas of life, which God sees and rewards with spiritual anointing and lasting impact rather than mere external decency.

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January 12 | Daily Devotion | Love Of Money Will Cause Spiritual Blindness | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 11, 2026 · 9m

Love of money causes spiritual blindness and leads to compromise of spiritual principles. The sermon uses the example of Balaam, who was willing to curse God's people for financial gain despite clear direction from the Lord, illustrating how wealth and comfort can corrupt even those who claim to hear from God. The key warning is that those who love money will miss spiritual truths and God's guidance that others, even the humble and simple, can perceive.

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January 11 | Daily Devotion | Danger Of Falling And Failing When You Are Blessed | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 10, 2026 · 11m

The sermon uses the examples of Noah and David to illustrate the danger of spiritual complacency that comes with blessing and comfort. When Noah was blessed and comfortable, he fell into sin, and David, in his time of power, succumbed to lust and adultery, leading to murder. The central message is that spiritual vigilance is required, as ease and success can lead people to stray from God's path.

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January 10 | Daily Devotion | Self Justification Is An Abomination To God | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 9, 2026 · 8m

Self-justification, exemplified by Aaron's excuses after the golden calf incident, is an abomination to God because it reflects a failure to take responsibility and acknowledge sin. The transcript emphasizes that God values those who take a stand for holiness and obedience—as He honored the sons of Levi for their decisive action against idolatry—and warns that comfort and wealth, rather than hardship, are the greatest threats to a church's spiritual faithfulness and purity.

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January 9 | Daily Devotion | Danger Of Backsliding When You Have Wealth And Comfort | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 8, 2026 · 11m

The sermon warns against the danger of backsliding when believers experience wealth and comfort, using the Israelites' worship of the golden calf as a primary example. The speaker emphasizes that prosperity can lead people to forget God and attribute their success to their own intelligence or efforts. True devotion requires constant remembrance of God, even when circumstances are favorable, and highlights the importance of godly leadership and intercessory prayer.

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January 8 | Daily Devotion | Beware When You Become Rich That You Don't Forget God | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 7, 2026 · 8m

The sermon warns that prosperity and comfort can lead to forgetting God and becoming spiritually arrogant, echoing the warning given in the Old Testament. The speaker emphasizes that when material success comes, believers must guard against pride and remember the Lord who saved them from sin. True discipleship requires humility, exemplified by mingling with the poor, and requires parents to take full responsibility for their children's spiritual state before seeking God's help.

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January 7 | Daily Devotion | God Gives Perseverance And Encouragement | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 6, 2026 · 10m

The message emphasizes that God provides perseverance and encouragement, drawing lessons from scripture, particularly the Old Testament. Using the Israelites' 40 years in the wilderness as an example, the speaker stresses that life is sustained not by material comfort or food, but by the Word of God. Therefore, believers must regularly read and meditate on the Bible to learn how to live by God's every word.

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January 6 | Daily Devotion | Do Everything For The Glory Of God | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 5, 2026 · 10m

Zac Poonen teaches that Christians must do everything for the glory of God, rejecting the spirit of Babylon—which seeks money, honor, and selfish pleasure—in favor of wholehearted devotion to Christ. He emphasizes the importance of immediately addressing sin through confession and repentance, just as one would urgently treat physical illness, and warns against living a double life with outward godliness but inward compromise.

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January 5 | Daily Devotion | The Pure Bride Of Christ Is Selfless | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 4, 2026 · 13m

Zac Poonen contrasts the spirit of Babylon with the spirit of the bride of Christ, emphasizing that true discipleship pursues life in God rather than mere knowledge, and gives generously to God rather than offering the minimum. Using examples from Cain and Abel, Paul, and Jesus himself, he teaches that the bride of Christ is selfless, seeks no honor for itself, claims no rights, and serves others without seeking personal advancement.

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January 4 | Daily Devotion | Discerning The Spirit Of Babylon | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 3, 2026 · 13m

The message contrasts the 'Spirit of Babylon'—representing spiritual adultery and unfaithfulness to Christ—with the 'New Jerusalem,' which symbolizes the faithful bride of Christ. Spiritual adultery is defined as claiming to be Christian while being devoted to the world system, which is characterized by the lust of the flesh, eyes, and pride of life. True devotion, like the bride, is found in doing the will of God, contrasting with the temptation to focus on mere knowledge rather than spiritual life.

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January 3 | Daily Devotion | Offer Your Body To God | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 2, 2026 · 12m

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.

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January 2 | Daily Devotion | The Right Way To Give | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 1, 2026 · 12m

The speaker argues that many Christian denominations focus excessively on money and offerings, citing Voltaire's observation that all groups share a love for money. He contrasts this with Jesus' teaching that God desires a body, not offerings. To counter this, his church adopted policies of never paying its elders and never collecting offerings, believing this aligns better with God's will and the spirit of cheerful giving.