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59mThe Fire Of God: 2.The Fire And The Sword - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 22
58m3.The Gospel Of Christ's Glory - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 22
57m1.Two Churches Babylon And Jerusalem - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
1h 0m6.The Witness Of One Man - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20
1h 16mFaith That Comes By Hearing God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 19
51mMessages For A New Year: 6.Be Like A Little Child - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
57mGod's First Messages To Man (Part 2) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
56mGod's First Messages To Man (Part 1) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
59mBuilding A New Covenant Church: 5.Seeing New Covenant Leadership - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1
1h 0mBuilding A New Covenant Church: 4.Seeing The Way Of The Cross - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1
1h 0mFollowing Christ In The New Year: 2.A Non Judgmental Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 31
58mA Heavenly Life: 3.A Heavenly Life, Home and Church - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 31
58mThe Marks Of True Faith: 3.Total Dependence Upon God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 30
50mTUTICORIN CONFERENCE - 2014: Session - 8
CFC India - Zac Poonen · Jan 15
2m 14sOvercoming Anger - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 21
57mGod's Commands Can All Be Obeyed - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31
1h 7mCOIMBATORE CONFERENCE - Session 2 - 11.45 AM to 1.00 PM | Zac Poonen.
Zac Poonen · Oct 26
1h 20mCOIMBATORE CONFERENCE - Session 1 - 10:00 to 11:30 | Zac Poonen.
Zac Poonen · Oct 26
47m7.In the things to come Jerusalem vs Babylon - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 18
1h 7m1.Seeing the Glory of Christ in His Person - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 18
56mThe Helper Has Come - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 21
1h 3mGod Shows His Way To Those Who Fear Him - Zac Poonen (Telugu)
Zac Poonen · May 26
54mThe Power Of The Spirit To Make Us Christ Like - Zac Poonen (Telugu)
Zac Poonen · May 26
58mUnited With Christ In His Resurrection - Zac Poonen (Telugu)
Zac Poonen · May 26
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.
59mCFC India
The Fire Of God: 2.The Fire And The Sword - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 22, 2014 · 59m
The speaker compares seeking knowledge (the Tree of Knowledge) versus seeking Christ (the Tree of Life), using the biblical imagery of a sword and fire guarding the latter. He warns that merely accumulating religious knowledge without embracing the transformative fire of the Holy Spirit and the cross is insufficient for true Christianity. The mark of true faith is finding total satisfaction in Jesus, which results in a Christ-like life, rather than just intellectual understanding.
58mCFC India
3.The Gospel Of Christ's Glory - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 22, 2014 · 58m
The central message is that true spiritual life requires removing the 'mask' of pretense, which is likened to the veil Moses wore. When we turn to the Holy Spirit, this mask is thrown away, allowing us to see the true glory of the Lord. The speaker emphasizes that being filled with the Spirit means being healthy, not necessarily mature, and that sustained spiritual growth requires continually taking up the cross to increase our capacity, ultimately leading to a life where the glory of Christ is visible.
57mCFC India
1.Two Churches Babylon And Jerusalem - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2014 · 57m
The speaker contrasts two ways of life, symbolized by the trees of life and knowledge, and two resulting systems: Babylon and Jerusalem. He argues that the difference between true and false Christianity is not in doctrine, which can be identical, but in the 'fire' of the Holy Spirit, representing power and purity. True spirituality, like David's heart, requires passion and devotion, whereas mere knowledge or correct doctrine without fervor leads to the dead religion of Babylon.
1h 0mCFC India
6.The Witness Of One Man - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2014 · 1h 0m
The speaker emphasizes the profound privacy of the human mind, contrasting it with God's desire to share His thoughts with believers. He draws parallels between the intimacy of a marriage and the relationship with God, noting that familiarity can lead to contempt if one takes God's presence for granted. Ultimately, true understanding of God's freely given thoughts comes not just from reading scripture, but from being filled with the Holy Spirit.
1h 16mCFC India
Faith That Comes By Hearing God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 19, 2014 · 1h 16m
The speaker emphasizes that the New Covenant, established at Pentecost, supersedes many Old Covenant practices, requiring believers to move beyond mere intellectual understanding. True understanding of the New Covenant comes not from clever reasoning but from being filled with the Holy Spirit. He stresses that faith must be heart-felt, contrasting this with superficial knowledge, and warns against partiality, whether favoring the rich or the poor, as both stem from a lack of reliance on the Spirit.
51mCFC India
Messages For A New Year: 6.Be Like A Little Child - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2014 · 51m
The central message is that true greatness in God's kingdom is found in humility, exemplified by a little child. The speaker contrasts this with worldly measures of success, urging listeners to desire the genuine power of the Holy Spirit rather than counterfeit experiences. He emphasizes that spiritual progress requires continually striving to become more childlike in spirit, which means embracing humility and simplicity, especially concerning sin and the passage of time.
57mCFC India
God's First Messages To Man (Part 2) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2014 · 57m
The speaker draws two primary lessons from Genesis chapters 2 and 3. First, God desires fellowship with man before any work or sacrifice, citing Mary and Martha to illustrate that ministry efforts are secondary to a relationship with God. Second, the breath of God, which gave Adam life, is analogous to the Holy Spirit, which is what truly distinguishes a believer from mere humanity or from other Christians.
56mCFC India
God's First Messages To Man (Part 1) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2014 · 56m
The speaker analyzes Genesis Chapter 1, arguing that the chapter's narrative structure reveals the core message of the Bible: God created humanity perfect, but the devil corrupted it, leaving man empty and dark. The central theme is that the Holy Spirit's ongoing work is to remake humanity back into God's intended image, which requires the individual to first be honest about their own spiritual brokenness.
59mCFC India
Building A New Covenant Church: 5.Seeing New Covenant Leadership - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1, 2014 · 59m
The speaker discusses the nature of the New Covenant Church, emphasizing that it is a body, not a collection of temporary experiences. He stresses that true understanding of God's truth, including forgiveness and the nature of the church, requires humility and the revelation of the Holy Spirit, rather than just intellectual study. Ultimately, building the church requires devoted unity and commitment, as it is the only thing that will endure.
1h 0mCFC India
Building A New Covenant Church: 4.Seeing The Way Of The Cross - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1, 2014 · 1h 0m
Jesus builds His church according to divine principles, which are distinct from man-made religious structures. The key to building this church is developing a strong 'spiritual immune system' through immersing oneself in God's Word, seeking the Holy Spirit, and maintaining fellowship with godly believers. This strength allows the church to resist the polluting influences of the world and the powers of darkness.
1h 0mCFC India
Following Christ In The New Year: 2.A Non Judgmental Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 31, 2014 · 1h 0m
The central message is that true Christian life requires constant dependence on the Holy Spirit and a focus on genuine fellowship with God, which is tested daily. The speaker emphasizes that God examines our heart's attitude toward Him, more so than our outward appearance, and this is best demonstrated by how we treat others. Ultimately, believers must live before God's face, loving the truth about themselves, rather than being swayed by human praise or criticism.
58mCFC India
A Heavenly Life: 3.A Heavenly Life, Home and Church - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 31, 2014 · 58m
The speaker argues that a true Christian life, exemplified by Jesus' baptism, requires three continuous elements: living with 'heavens open,' being filled with the Holy Spirit, and hearing God's voice affirming pleasure. He critiques modern Christianity for replacing this genuine walk with mere titles, rituals like tithing, or prosperity gospel. True discipleship involves daily submission to self-denial, mirroring Christ's willingness to be buried and raised.
58mCFC India
The Marks Of True Faith: 3.Total Dependence Upon God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 30, 2014 · 58m
True faith requires total dependence upon God, meaning one relies entirely on Christ's sacrifice for forgiveness, not on personal works. This principle must extend to the entire Christian life, requiring constant reliance on the Holy Spirit for growth in personal, family, and ministry areas. A lack of this total dependence leads to stagnation and inability to function correctly, much like a body part disconnected from the brain.
50mCFC India
TUTICORIN CONFERENCE - 2014: Session - 8
CFC Messages · Jan 15, 2014 · 50m
The sermon discusses the divine design for marriage, contrasting the Old Testament allowances with the New Testament emphasis on the Holy Spirit. The speaker argues that a happy marriage requires being filled with the Holy Spirit, not just experiencing emotional fervor in public gatherings. True spiritual filling comes through private devotion, leading to a soft, pliable heart—a necessary condition for a husband and wife to be united, which God accomplishes through the Spirit, replacing the hard heart of stone with flesh.
2m 14sCFC India
Overcoming Anger - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 21, 2013 · 2m 14s
The speaker contrasts the New Testament method for overcoming anger—remaining continuously filled with the Holy Spirit, which restrains the tongue—with an Old Testament method for those not filled with the Spirit. This Old Testament method, derived from Psalm 4:4, advises that when angry, one should go to bed, keep their mouth shut, and build their case before God, waiting for His verdict rather than reacting hastily.
57mCFC India
transcribingGod's Commands Can All Be Obeyed - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31, 2013 · 57m
The sermon addresses the concept of obeying all of God's commands, emphasizing that true obedience stems from a heart transformed by the Holy Spirit. It teaches that while the commands are numerous, the core message is one of complete surrender and living in right relationship with God. The speaker encourages believers to focus on the heart condition rather than just the list of rules.
1h 7mCFC India
COIMBATORE CONFERENCE - Session 2 - 11.45 AM to 1.00 PM | Zac Poonen.
Zac Poonen · Oct 26, 2013 · 1h 7m
The speaker discusses the inadequacy of the old covenant and the law to truly change humanity, comparing it to trying to repair an old, irreparable car. He emphasizes that true transformation requires recognizing one's inherent sinfulness and accepting that the old self must be crucified with Christ. Furthermore, he stresses the necessity of daily self-denial—choosing the 'way of death to self' every day—and actively seeking to be filled with the Holy Spirit, distinguishing this divine life from merely 'good' living.
1h 20mCFC India
COIMBATORE CONFERENCE - Session 1 - 10:00 to 11:30 | Zac Poonen.
Zac Poonen · Oct 26, 2013 · 1h 20m
The speaker emphasizes the need for the Holy Spirit to come into the heart, ensuring that every word spoken by God comes directly to the listener's heart for true transformation. He encourages the congregation to pray for this divine impartation, asking God to remove any laziness or sleepiness from their hearts so that what they hear will work in their lives.
47mCFC India
7.In the things to come Jerusalem vs Babylon - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 18, 2013 · 47m
The sermon discusses prophetic passages concerning the Second Coming of Christ, using the fig tree as a primary analogy. Jesus's cursing of the fig tree symbolized Israel's lack of fruitfulness, representing a spiritual failure. The speaker argues that while the physical nation of Israel has seen resurrections and rebuilding, the spiritual fruitfulness—the manifestation of the Holy Spirit—is still lacking, though the religious activity continues. The message warns that the signs of the end times are becoming apparent.
1h 7mCFC India
1.Seeing the Glory of Christ in His Person - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 18, 2013 · 1h 7m
The central message is that the primary ministry of the Holy Spirit is to reveal the glory of Jesus Christ, not merely through the study of scripture. While one can study the Bible extensively, this can lead to accumulating doctrine without truly seeing Christ's glory. True revelation, as exemplified by Peter, comes through the Holy Spirit, allowing one to see the glory of Jesus Christ, which is superior to mere scholarly knowledge.
56mCFC India
The Helper Has Come - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 21, 2013 · 56m
Jesus came not only to forgive sins but also to fill believers with the Holy Spirit, enabling them to be a source of 'Living Water' for others. The speaker explains that the Holy Spirit was not merely poured out externally, as in the Old Testament, but was given to dwell within the believer's innermost spirit after the veil was rent at the cross. Living in the New Covenant requires allowing the Spirit to dwell within to flow out continually, rather than living under the old covenant's system of fear, punishment, and reward.
1h 3mCFC India
God Shows His Way To Those Who Fear Him - Zac Poonen (Telugu)
Zac Poonen · May 26, 2013 · 1h 3m
The sermon emphasizes that while humans often believe they know the right path, this perceived right way can actually lead to death. Drawing from Proverbs, the speaker stresses that we must not rely on our own reasoning but instead seek God's wisdom in every situation. The ultimate goal is to live with an attitude of complete dependence on the Holy Spirit for guidance.
54mCFC India
The Power Of The Spirit To Make Us Christ Like - Zac Poonen (Telugu)
Zac Poonen · May 26, 2013 · 54m
The central message is that when God is with us, it means we have the power to overcome sin and choose good over evil, not that we will be protected from physical suffering or sickness. The Holy Spirit empowers believers to walk like Jesus, who never sinned and was good to everyone, proving God's presence. This power allows us to choose love and avoid hatred, as God's love is poured into our hearts through the Spirit.
58mCFC India
United With Christ In His Resurrection - Zac Poonen (Telugu)
Zac Poonen · May 26, 2013 · 58m
The sermon emphasizes that true spiritual life comes not from mere knowledge of scripture or adherence to religious rules (the letter), but from being open to and guided by the Holy Spirit. The speaker uses examples from the Bible, such as Adam and Eve and the church in Laodicea, to illustrate that intellectual knowledge or outward religious activity can lead to spiritual death if pride is allowed to set in. Ultimately, believers must allow the Holy Spirit to convict them of sin rather than relying solely on their own understanding or study.