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31mManifesting Jesus' Life As We Die To Our Self-life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 26
1h 20mYoung People Grace Can Enable You To Live Victoriously - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 22
1h 3mHow To Pray Without Ceasing - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 22
1h 0mSaved, Sealed and Sanctified to be part of the Body of Christ - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Sep 22
1h 3mBeing Led By The Spirit - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 21
1h 4mPleasing The Lord Always - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 21
1h 11mObedience to God is Better than Sacrifice - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 21
47mGood Conseience And Sincere Faith | ಒಳ್ಳೇ ಮನಸ್ಸಾಕ್ಷಿ ಮತ್ತು ನಿಷ್ಕಪಟವಾದ ನಂಬಿಕೆ |Charles Banna |Kannada
Charles Banna · Sep 21
58mLove From A Pure Heart | ಶುದ್ಧ ಹೃದಯದಿಂದ ಉಂಟಾಗುವ ಪ್ರೀತಿ | Charles Banna | Kannada
Charles Banna · Sep 21
24mNew Covenant Life in New Covenant Churches - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 21
1h 0mNew Covenant Salvation and the Body of Christ - Zac Poonen (German)
Zac Poonen · Sep 19
47mBecome Like A Baby - To Enter God’s Kingdom — Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 19
1h 1mJesus Is Our Reward When We Follow Him Wholeheartedly | Santosh Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Sep 13
41mTransformation - Transfiguration - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Aug 24
51mOur Lives Are To Be A Fragrance Of Christ - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Aug 24
1h 29mLiving From the Spirit and Not the Soul - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 19
2h 43m14th August 2022 - CFC Bangalore - 47th Anniversary Church Service
CFC India - Zac Poonen · Aug 19
50m10 important truths that I’ve learned and lived being in CFC for 47 years - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Aug 19
1h 14m"Church" Called Out Of The World - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Aug 12
14mA Higher Way of Mercy - Sunil Poonen
Sunil Poonen · Aug 9
52mYielding Ourselves To Be Built Into The Body Of Christ - John Pereira
John Pereira · Aug 4
58mEverybody Needs Somebody to Lean On - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Jul 28
1h 7mTrue And False Repentance - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Jul 28
59mDiscipline In Our Family Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25
August 3 | Daily Devotion | Repentance Is The Mark Of Being Truly Born Again | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Repentance is the defining mark of a truly born-again Christian. Without genuine repentance—a turning away from sin with changed behavior—one's claim to conversion is hollow and superficial.
31mCFC India
Manifesting Jesus' Life As We Die To Our Self-life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 26, 2022 · 31m
The central message is that manifesting the life of Jesus requires the believer to die to their self-life, comparing this to a grain of wheat that must fall into the ground to bring forth much fruit. The speaker argues that earthly achievements, reputation, or even consistent church attendance are insufficient; true life for God is only revealed when the outer shell of self-will is broken open through affliction, perplexity, and submission. This process is necessary for the treasure—the life of Christ—to become manifest.
1h 20mCFC India
Young People Grace Can Enable You To Live Victoriously - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 22, 2022 · 1h 20m
The central message is that young people can live victoriously by understanding that Jesus Christ sympathized with our weaknesses because he was tempted in every point as we are. The speaker emphasizes that this truth, found in Hebrews 4:15, allows us to overcome discouragement and self-condemnation. He encourages listeners to seek assurance of salvation and to follow Christ's example of enduring temptation.
1h 3mCFC India
How To Pray Without Ceasing - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 22, 2022 · 1h 3m
The central message is the necessity of taking God's commands, especially prayer, with utmost seriousness and persistence. The speaker emphasizes that true love for Jesus is proven by keeping His commandments, urging listeners not to give up halfway through difficult obedience. He stresses that believers must diligently seek God's word and be willing to press through perceived impossibilities.
1h 0mCFC India
Saved, Sealed and Sanctified to be part of the Body of Christ - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Sep 22, 2022 · 1h 0m
The speaker advises newcomers to deeply consider and articulate why they chose to attend the church, suggesting the reason should be a desire for a truly godly life rather than external benefits like finding a spouse or business contacts. He emphasizes that true commitment involves submitting to spiritual authority and, most importantly, maintaining primary loyalty to Jesus Christ, not to the church institution itself. The ultimate goal of the church is to connect people to Christ.
1h 3mCFC India
Being Led By The Spirit - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 21, 2022 · 1h 3m
The central message is that the Christian life follows a specific, sequential process: first, repentance, which is the foundation; second, baptism; and third, receiving the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that repentance must precede baptism, citing biblical examples and correcting the teaching that baptism can occur without genuine repentance. Furthermore, he stresses that the Holy Spirit empowers believers to live out their faith and witness to the world, which is an ongoing race, not a single event.
1h 4mCFC India
Pleasing The Lord Always - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 21, 2022 · 1h 4m
The central message is that to have prayers heard by God, one must live a life that pleases the Lord, mirroring Jesus's example. This involves constant obedience, submitting to God's will, and actively exposing one's own hidden sins and darkness to the light of God's Word and Spirit. Genuine repentance, like that of the tax collector, is emphasized over outward religious performance.
1h 11mCFC India
Obedience to God is Better than Sacrifice - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 21, 2022 · 1h 11m
The passage from 1 Samuel 15 illustrates that obedience to God's direct commands is superior to ritualistic sacrifice. Samuel confronts King Saul for his disobedience, citing examples where Saul failed to follow God's will, such as when he offered sacrifices himself or when he spared valuable spoils from the Amalekites. The central message is encapsulated in the statement, "to obey is better than sacrifice," emphasizing that heart-felt obedience matters more than outward religious acts.
47mCFC India
Good Conseience And Sincere Faith | ಒಳ್ಳೇ ಮನಸ್ಸಾಕ್ಷಿ ಮತ್ತು ನಿಷ್ಕಪಟವಾದ ನಂಬಿಕೆ |Charles Banna |Kannada
Charles Banna · Sep 21, 2022 · 47m
The sermon discusses the importance of a good conscience and sincere faith. It warns that a conscience can become hardened or seared, leading one astray if neglected. True faith, which is the evidence of things hoped for, is ignited by hearing God's Word and must be actively maintained by believing what God says, especially when doubts arise.
58mCFC India
Love From A Pure Heart | ಶುದ್ಧ ಹೃದಯದಿಂದ ಉಂಟಾಗುವ ಪ್ರೀತಿ | Charles Banna | Kannada
Charles Banna · Sep 21, 2022 · 58m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian life involves wholeheartedly following Jesus, which means learning from Him and bearing the fruit of the Holy Spirit. The speaker contrasts worldly, fleeting love with the divine love that comes from a pure heart, which is filled by the Holy Spirit. This divine love enables believers to love God completely and to love one another unconditionally, mirroring Christ's example.
24mCFC India
New Covenant Life in New Covenant Churches - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 21, 2022 · 24m
The speaker argues that many modern church systems are like 'old wine skins'—structures that have lost their original fervor and are filled with traditions not found in God's Word. He contrasts this with the 'new wine skin' pattern found in the New Testament, emphasizing that proper church structure involves appointed elders, no salaried preachers, and adherence to apostolic teaching. Following this pattern requires following Paul's teachings alongside Jesus's, as both are necessary for a complete understanding of the New Covenant life.
1h 0mCFC India
New Covenant Salvation and the Body of Christ - Zac Poonen (German)
Zac Poonen · Sep 19, 2022 · 1h 0m
The sermon contrasts the old covenant, where sin required constant remembrance and sacrifice, with the new covenant, where Christ's blood offers complete forgiveness. The central message is that while God promises not to remember our sins, the condition for maintaining this forgiveness is that believers must forgive others. Failure to forgive others severs fellowship with God, which is presented as the most serious sin a believer can commit.
47mCFC India
Become Like A Baby - To Enter God’s Kingdom — Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 19, 2022 · 47m
Jesus taught that to enter the Kingdom of Heaven, one must become like a little child, emphasizing humility and complete dependence. The speaker contrasts this with the worldly desire to be the greatest or to act like God, noting that the first sin was pride. True faith, therefore, requires the humility of a baby who is utterly dependent on others, mirroring the dependence on Christ.
1h 1mCFC India
Jesus Is Our Reward When We Follow Him Wholeheartedly | Santosh Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Sep 13, 2022 · 1h 1m
The central message is that the ultimate reward for following Jesus wholeheartedly is Jesus Himself, not some earthly prize. The speaker contrasts the old covenant with the new covenant, emphasizing that the new agreement is sealed by God and fulfilled by Jesus' sacrifice. True discipleship means recognizing that Christ's finished work is the only basis for our standing before God.
41mCFC India
Transformation - Transfiguration - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Aug 24, 2022 · 41m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christian transformation is not superficial repair but a complete, radical change initiated by God, moving from the old self to a new creation in Christ. This transformation is achieved by presenting our bodies as a living, holy sacrifice and by actively renewing our minds through the Word of God, rather than conforming to the world's patterns. The process is likened to a butterfly emerging from a cocoon, symbolizing God's powerful work in us.
51mCFC India
Our Lives Are To Be A Fragrance Of Christ - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Aug 24, 2022 · 51m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian life requires continual repentance and walking in the light, not just on Sundays. The speaker stresses that faith must translate into a life radically devoted to Christ, exemplified by a willingness to give up worldly ambitions. He concludes by highlighting the profound love of Jesus, which is best understood through the remembrance of the Last Supper and the ultimate sacrifice.
1h 29mCFC India
Living From the Spirit and Not the Soul - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 19, 2022 · 1h 29m
The speaker cautions against seeking novelty in spiritual teaching, arguing that God's method is often through repetition, and the true measure of truth is personal experience, not mere knowledge. He warns that excessive focus on biblical knowledge without grounding in the real Jesus Christ can lead to spiritual blindness and deception. The true mark of a New Covenant church meeting, according to the speaker, is that attendees leave with the secrets of their hearts disclosed, not merely witnessing spectacular signs or miracles.
2h 43mCFC India
14th August 2022 - CFC Bangalore - 47th Anniversary Church Service
CFC Messages · Aug 19, 2022 · 2h 43m
The service was marked by worship, thanksgiving, and reflection on the church's history and God's faithfulness over 47 years. The speakers emphasized praising God for His blessings, acknowledging His cleansing power, and committing the congregation and ministry to Him. The service concluded with readings from Psalms and a focus on God's revealed will.
50mCFC India
10 important truths that I’ve learned and lived being in CFC for 47 years - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Aug 19, 2022 · 50m
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.
1h 14mCFC India
"Church" Called Out Of The World - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Aug 12, 2022 · 1h 14m
The true church is not a physical building but the body of people called out from the world, echoing the Israelites called out of Egypt. Worshiping God in spirit and truth means living in a state of oneness with the Lord through the Holy Spirit, rather than adhering to physical locations or traditions. God desires wholehearted people who seek a godly life, as the church is meant to be a community sustained by God's provision for His children.
14mCFC India
A Higher Way of Mercy - Sunil Poonen
Sunil Poonen · Aug 9, 2022 · 14m
The speaker uses the stories of Jesus and Jonah to illustrate that true mercy requires moving beyond self-centeredness and disobedience. Drawing from Isaiah 55, the message emphasizes that God's way is one of abundant forgiveness, calling Christians to emulate Jesus' compassion even toward those who have wronged them. Ultimately, the speaker urges the audience to fix their eyes on God's boundless mercy in every aspect of life, which will naturally lead them to extend that same mercy to others.
52mCFC India
Yielding Ourselves To Be Built Into The Body Of Christ - John Pereira
John Pereira · Aug 4, 2022 · 52m
The central message is that believers must remain in a state of neediness and dependence on the Lord, as the church is being built by Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires humility, acknowledging one's weakness, and actively participating in the body of Christ, rather than relying on self-effort. He urges listeners to examine whether they are being built into this body by living righteously in all areas of life.
58mCFC India
Everybody Needs Somebody to Lean On - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Jul 28, 2022 · 58m
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.
1h 7mCFC India
True And False Repentance - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Jul 28, 2022 · 1h 7m
True repentance involves a deep, gut-wrenching turning away from personal idols—such as comfort, pride, or wealth—and a genuine sorrow for past sins. This sorrow leads to confession, accepting Jesus' substitutionary death on the cross for forgiveness. The speaker warns that merely believing or making a decision without corresponding, visible change in one's life is insufficient for true rebirth.
59mCFC India
Discipline In Our Family Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25, 2022 · 59m
The speaker advises that believers should trust God's sovereignty through all life's mistakes and difficulties, rather than complaining. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires focusing on the early, foundational years of Jesus's life, not just his famous later ministry. Ultimately, one must be willing to serve humbly, like washing feet, and embrace difficult circumstances, as God's greatest blessings are often found in the lowest places.