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16mSunil Poonen · Jan 29
39mSanjay Poonen · Apr 26
50mZac Poonen · Apr 6
59mZac Poonen · Nov 17
1h 50mZac Poonen · Mar 23
1h 9mZac Poonen · Jun 13
1h 17mZac Poonen · Jan 7
1h 1mZac Poonen · Jul 19
1h 1mZac Poonen · Feb 17
57mSanjay Poonen · May 9
1h 11mZac Poonen · Oct 27
58mZac Poonen · Feb 21
58mIan Robson · Jul 28
25mZac Poonen · Dec 12
44mZac Poonen · Sep 16
1h 1mZac Poonen · Feb 17
3m 20sSunil Poonen · Aug 25
45mCharles Banna · Aug 27
1h 5mZac Poonen · Nov 18
1h 10mZac Poonen · Mar 17
29mZac Poonen · Jun 2
50mIan Robson · Aug 19
33mZac Poonen · Aug 17
56mZac Poonen · Jun 24
for “discipleship” · CFC India
Sunil Poonen · Jan 29, 2024 · 16m · CFC India
The central message is that true Christian maturity requires learning humility directly from Jesus. While Jesus invites the weary to find rest by coming to Him, believers must progress by taking up His yoke, which teaches gentleness and humility. The speaker contrasts seeking earthly outcomes with embracing God's will, emphasizing that true surrender and obedience, even to the point of self-denial, is the highest calling.
Sanjay Poonen · Apr 26, 2016 · 39m · CFC India
The central message is how Christians can preserve the glory of God in the workplace and academic settings. The speaker emphasizes that the goal should be to imitate Christ, serving as a Christian witness through one's character, especially under pressure. Key areas for focus include prioritizing God, maintaining purity, and remembering that the ultimate goal is discipleship, not worldly success.
Zac Poonen · Apr 6, 2013 · 50m · CFC India
The sermon emphasizes that Christian life is characterized by being ambassadors for Christ, requiring believers to undergo trials and suffering, as this process strengthens them for God's glory. The speaker contrasts the ministry of the letter (which can be restrictive and judgmental) with the ministry of the Spirit, which brings true life and victory over sin. Ultimately, true transformation comes from the Holy Spirit, not just from hearing powerful sermons.
Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2021 · 59m · CFC India
The speaker argues that many believers have missed the true message of the New Covenant, which is more than just the forgiveness of sins. It involves entering into the Kingdom of God and overcoming sin, not just escaping from sin. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires living out what is preached, citing the example of Jesus who first did and then taught. Furthermore, he stresses that believers must love the truth and be willing to be saved from sin, as the New Covenant promises deliverance from sin, not just forgiveness.
Zac Poonen · Mar 23, 2017 · 1h 50m · CFC India
The sermon contrasts the passive listening exemplified by Mary with the active, sacrificial service of Martha, emphasizing that true devotion requires more than just activity. The speaker critiques the tendency to build religious movements based on longevity or size, arguing that true followers of Christ are often small groups. He concludes by highlighting the necessary balance between truth (Paul) and grace (Barnabas) for the full revelation of God's will.
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 1h 9m · CFC India
The sermon emphasizes that believers are bought with a price, meaning their bodies are no longer for personal use but are the temple of the Holy Spirit. The speaker draws parallels between Israel's failures in the Promised Land and the need for believers to live according to God's will, referencing passages about disqualification and the spiritual warfare required for true discipleship. Ultimately, the message calls for recognizing that our bodies belong to God and should be used to honor Him.
Zac Poonen · Jan 7, 2015 · 1h 17m · CFC India
purity in words, purity in relation to money, sacrificial in service to God. And those are the emphasis we had in those days when we preached discipleship. And one last thing, there would be no church today
Zac Poonen · Jul 19, 2014 · 1h 1m · CFC India
The central message is that Christ desires a living body of believers, not merely a physical gathering or congregation. The speaker uses scripture to illustrate that God works through people, emphasizing that true Christian life involves mutual connection and interdependence, like bricks cemented together in a building. He warns against the danger of merely gathering like a pile of unconnected bricks, which are easily diminished, contrasting this with the unified structure of the Body of Christ centered on Jesus.
Zac Poonen · Feb 17, 2011 · 1h 1m · CFC India
The message emphasizes that because God is on our side, believers are equipped to overcome any challenges. It addresses the core difference between merely being religious and truly being a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ. The central theme encourages a deep commitment to Christ's discipleship.
Sanjay Poonen · May 9, 2016 · 57m · CFC India
The sermon explores how Christians can authentically live out their faith in the workplace, using metaphors like salt and light. The speaker argues that Christian life should not be confined to Sunday services but must permeate all areas, including career and daily work. True discipleship requires a complete surrender of one's mind, heart, and strength to God, rather than compartmentalizing faith between professional and spiritual life.
Zac Poonen · Oct 27, 2022 · 1h 11m · CFC India
The speaker discusses how discouragement is a sin because it implies God does not care, and he shares how praying in unknown tongues helped him overcome it. He emphasizes that every spiritual gift has a proper place for use, citing Jesus' ministry as an example: the need was not the call to act. Instead, the guiding principle for action must be fulfilling the will of the one who sent you, rather than reacting solely to perceived needs.
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2014 · 58m · CFC India
standards of discipleship I'll tell you this if you don't look at Jesus and the standards of God's Word you can be a part of this church CFC and you'll find it very difficult to be a Christian because a lot of people around you don't
Ian Robson · Jul 28, 2022 · 58m · CFC India
The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual bonds are forged not through mere fellowship, but through shared trials and struggles. He draws parallels between the relationship Christ has with the church (illustrated by Song of Solomon 8:5) and the necessary support systems in life, urging listeners to actively seek people—in marriage, family, and church—upon whom they can lean. Ultimately, the message is a call to build deep, supportive relationships, especially as the end times approach, mirroring the profound reliance shown by John at the cross.
Zac Poonen · Dec 12, 2016 · 25m · CFC India
The sermon emphasizes that true righteousness required to enter the kingdom of heaven must surpass the standards of the Pharisees, focusing on internal quality rather than external observance or mere quantity of religious activity. The speaker warns against lowering God's standards to one's own carnal level, stressing that genuine discipleship is marked by the quality of love and devotion, not by visible achievements or adherence to rigid rules. Ultimately, true righteousness involves a deep, internal transformation that goes beyond outward piety.
Zac Poonen · Sep 16, 2024 · 44m · CFC India
The sermon emphasizes that true fellowship (ananyonyate) is not merely social comfort or superficial connection, but a deep reality rooted in understanding the New Covenant established by Christ. The speaker warns against hypocrisy, urging believers to live authentically before God rather than performing for people. Genuine fellowship must first be established with the Father and the Son, as this foundational relationship supports all other relationships.
Zac Poonen · Feb 17, 2011 · 1h 1m · CFC India
The message explores what Jesus Christ truly valued, contrasting outward religious observance with genuine discipleship. It challenges the audience to examine their lives to ensure their faith is rooted in true commitment to Christ rather than mere religious performance. The core message emphasizes the depth of relationship with Jesus over mere adherence to rules.
Sunil Poonen · Aug 25, 2025 · 3m 20s · CFC India
To build fellowship with teens and children, the speaker advises that the first step is not discussing biblical topics, but rather becoming a genuine friend to them. This involves actively listening to what interests them—their school, sports, or friends—and meeting them at their level, mirroring how Jesus did. When they see the speaker's love, friendship, kindness, and forgiveness in action, they will naturally become receptive to biblical teachings.
Charles Banna · Aug 27, 2024 · 45m · CFC India
here just to listen to some sermon and just ease your conscience and go back home we are speaking discipleship here we are not giving sermons to tickle your ears or to give you a pep talk and send you back
Zac Poonen · Nov 18, 2013 · 1h 5m · CFC India
The speaker contrasts the natural tendency to experience spiritual highs and lows with the divine standard of continuous, progressive growth, likened to the sun's increasing brilliance. He warns that attempting to adapt God's truth to personal comfort or finding excuses for failure leads to spiritual deception. True discipleship requires embracing the truth, accepting self-examination, and acknowledging one's sinfulness, mirroring the honest confession found at the cross.
Zac Poonen · Mar 17, 2022 · 1h 10m · CFC India
The sermon emphasizes wholeheartedly following Jesus, which is presented as a pathway of love. The message encourages deep commitment to Christ's way of life, drawing from biblical principles.
Zac Poonen · Jun 2, 2017 · 29m · CFC India
The sermon interprets Revelation symbolically, contrasting the 'great multitude' (those washed in Christ's blood) with the 144,000. The key distinction for the 144,000 is that they are not only cleansed by Christ's blood but also bear the name of the Father and the Son on their foreheads, signifying an open, unashamed discipleship. This contrasts with those who might secretly follow Satan or those who are spiritually compromised by the world's desires.
Ian Robson · Aug 19, 2022 · 50m · CFC India
The speaker shares three profound lessons learned over 47 years in the church: first, true fellowship is forged through fire and requires commitment beyond mere friendship; second, one must love brothers without hypocrisy and strive to be a peacemaker, starting at home; and third, the 'whole council of God' is more than just repentance or baptism, but involves being transformed by the Holy Spirit to behold the glory of Jesus. He challenges the audience, especially the young, to live out these truths.
Zac Poonen · Aug 17, 2025 · 33m · CFC India
The sermon emphasizes that the church is the body of Christ, built by every believer, not just by appointed leaders. While God appoints specific gifts like apostles, prophets, evangelists, shepherds, and teachers to equip the saints, the primary responsibility for building the church belongs to all members. Furthermore, the speaker cautions against adopting religious titles, reminding the congregation that all believers are called 'brothers' and must live as servants.
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 56m · CFC India
This message focuses on Moses as a radical prophet, suggesting that modern Christianity has missed key aspects of his message. The teaching implies that true discipleship requires a deeper understanding of the covenant and the role of God's law in the believer's life.