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56m8.The Video Tape Of Our Memory | 8.ನಮ್ಮ ನೆನಪಿನ ದೃಶ್ಯ ಸುರುಳಿ (ವೀಡಿಯೋ ಟೇಪ್) | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 30
1h 5m6.Why We Believe Jesus Is The Only Way | 6.ಯೇಸುವೇ ಒಂದೇ ಮಾರ್ಗವೆಂದು ನಾವು ಏಕೆ ನಂಬುತ್ತೇವೆ? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 30
58m5.Responsibilities Of Parents | 5.ತಂದೆ ತಾಯಂದಿರ ಜವಾಬ್ದಾರಿ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 30
1h 2m4.The Danger Of Hidden Sins | 4.ರಹಸ್ಯ ಪಾಪಗಳ ಅಪಾಯ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 29
1h 0m3.Sensitivity To Small Things | 3.ಚಿಕ್ಕ ವಿಷಯಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸೂಕ್ಷ್ಮತೆ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 29
50m2.The Holy Spirit Works Inside Us | 2.ಪವಿತ್ರಾತ್ಮನು ನಮ್ಮ ಒಳಗೆ ಕಾರ್ಯ ಮಾಡುತ್ತಾನೆ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 29
56m1.First Make The Inside Clean | 1.ಮೊದಲು ಒಳಬಾಗವನ್ನು ಶುಚಿಮಾಡು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 28
11m“When I Am Right, I Can Be Wrong” - An Article Explained By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 26
2h 7mThe True Grace Of God | ದೇವರ ನಿಜವಾದ ಕೃಪೆ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 6
57mThe True Grace Of God | The Missing Messages In Today's Christianity | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17
20mGod Rewards Small Acts of Service | ದೇವರು ಚಿಕ್ಕ ಸೇವಾ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳಿಗೆ ಪ್ರತಿಫಲವನ್ನು ಕೊಡುತ್ತಾರೆ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17
12mGod Rewards Small Acts of Service - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17
1h 55mUnderstanding Dead Works | ನಿರ್ಜೀವ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಅರ್ಥಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Oct 11
58mUnderstanding Dead Works | Understanding God's Ways | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 11
3h 0mZac Poonen: Personal Questions – Honest Answers (Dec.2003)
Zac Poonen · Oct 1
36mHolding Fast Our Assurance Until the End - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 29
50mWhat Genuine Reverence for God Produces - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 27
20mCompleting God’s Plan for Our Lives - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 22
32mBuilding Home And Church In Unity | ಐಕ್ಯತೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕುಟುಂಬವನ್ನು ಮತ್ತು ಸಭೆಯನ್ನು ಕಟ್ಟುವುದು | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 17
59mKnowing The Father Frees Us From Fear | ತಂದೆಯನ್ನು ಅರಿಯುವುದು ನಮ್ಮನ್ನು ಭಯದಿಂದ ಬಿಡುಗಡೆಗೊಳಿಸುತ್ತದೆ
Zac Poonen · Sep 17
44mJust As God Commanded | ದೇವರು ಅಜ್ಞಾಪಿಸಿದಂತೆಯೇ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Sep 17
43mNew-Covenant Fasting | ಹೊಸ ಒಡಂಬಡಿಕೆಯ ಉಪವಾಸ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Sep 15
20mNew-Covenant Fasting - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 15
1h 9mEntering the Life of Victory - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 15
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.
56mCFC India
8.The Video Tape Of Our Memory | 8.ನಮ್ಮ ನೆನಪಿನ ದೃಶ್ಯ ಸುರುಳಿ (ವೀಡಿಯೋ ಟೇಪ್) | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 30, 2025 · 56m
The sermon emphasizes that God sees the heart, not just outward appearances, referencing scripture passages about judgment. The speaker uses the analogy of a video camera recording everything—thoughts, words, and actions—to illustrate that our entire lives will be recorded and revealed before God. True security comes not from hiding secrets, but from confessing all sins and acknowledging them in the light of Christ's sacrifice, which can then cleanse and remove those sins.
1h 5mCFC India
6.Why We Believe Jesus Is The Only Way | 6.ಯೇಸುವೇ ಒಂದೇ ಮಾರ್ಗವೆಂದು ನಾವು ಏಕೆ ನಂಬುತ್ತೇವೆ? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 30, 2025 · 1h 5m
The sermon emphasizes that believers must always be ready to answer questions about why Jesus is the only way to God. The speaker stresses that this defense should be done with humility and gentleness, never through arguing or confrontation. True conviction comes from understanding the truth and speaking it with grace, rather than engaging in debates.
58mCFC India
5.Responsibilities Of Parents | 5.ತಂದೆ ತಾಯಂದಿರ ಜವಾಬ್ದಾರಿ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 30, 2025 · 58m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian parenting requires spiritual maturity, starting with being filled with the Holy Spirit, as this foundation improves one's family life first. Key teachings include honoring parents while remaining obedient to God, and the importance of raising children through consistent teaching and gentle guidance rather than harsh discipline or anger. Parents must prioritize loving their children over material possessions.
1h 2mCFC India
4.The Danger Of Hidden Sins | 4.ರಹಸ್ಯ ಪಾಪಗಳ ಅಪಾಯ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 29, 2025 · 1h 2m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christianity involves acknowledging sin and recognizing that Jesus died for sinners, not just for Christians. It warns against judging others, as only God has the authority to judge. Furthermore, the speaker cautions against being enslaved by worldly temptations, such as money, and stresses that one cannot serve two masters—God and the world/sin. The core message is to live in constant awareness of one's dependence on Christ's sacrifice.
1h 0mCFC India
3.Sensitivity To Small Things | 3.ಚಿಕ್ಕ ವಿಷಯಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸೂಕ್ಷ್ಮತೆ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 29, 2025 · 1h 0m
The speaker discusses the misunderstanding of salvation, clarifying that Jesus saves us from sin, not from hell in the future. He emphasizes that our focus should be on the present reality of being saved from sin, as stated in the New Covenant's first promise. Furthermore, he addresses the need for believers to guard their conscience and to rise quickly from sin, comparing falling into sin to tripping over a banana peel or a stone, which happens unexpectedly.
50mCFC India
2.The Holy Spirit Works Inside Us | 2.ಪವಿತ್ರಾತ್ಮನು ನಮ್ಮ ಒಳಗೆ ಕಾರ್ಯ ಮಾಡುತ್ತಾನೆ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 29, 2025 · 50m
The sermon contrasts the Old Covenant, which relied on external laws given on stone tablets, with the New Covenant, where God writes His laws internally in the heart and mind. The speaker emphasizes that the true measure of Christian life is not adherence to external rules or impressive church activities (like music or elaborate services), but rather the purity and holiness imparted by the Holy Spirit. This internal transformation, which surpasses the Old Covenant, is the essence of the New Covenant.
56mCFC India
1.First Make The Inside Clean | 1.ಮೊದಲು ಒಳಬಾಗವನ್ನು ಶುಚಿಮಾಡು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 28, 2025 · 56m
The central message emphasizes that true holiness must come from within, contrasting outward displays of piety with genuine inner transformation. The speaker argues that self-proclaimed holiness or religious performance is insufficient; true purity is like a light that cannot be covered by darkness. He stresses that genuine holiness is a continuous work of the Spirit, which builds up rather than merely being a temporary display, and that the Holy Spirit's primary gift is holiness itself.
11mCFC India
“When I Am Right, I Can Be Wrong” - An Article Explained By Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 26, 2025 · 11m
The central message is that while being factually correct is not inherently wrong, adopting an attitude of superiority over others, even when you are right, breaks your fellowship with God. True Christian living requires humility, giving all credit for good qualities to God, and loving one's neighbor as oneself, even when they are wrong. The speaker emphasizes that love does not rejoice in unrighteousness, and we must always approach others with respect, remembering our shared status as creatures before God.
2h 7mCFC India
The True Grace Of God | ದೇವರ ನಿಜವಾದ ಕೃಪೆ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 6, 2025 · 2h 7m
The central message contrasts living by outward appearance versus living by inner truth, drawing from John 1:17. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life requires the inner self to align with the outer life, a reality impossible under the Old Covenant but possible through the grace of Jesus Christ. He warns against hypocrisy, urging believers to confront their inner sinfulness rather than merely performing piety.
57mCFC India
The True Grace Of God | The Missing Messages In Today's Christianity | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2025 · 57m
The central message is that true Christian life requires the inner reality to match the outward appearance, a concept of 'living the truth.' This truth, realized through Jesus Christ, is superior to the external adherence to law. The speaker warns against hypocrisy, emphasizing that while one should confess sins only to God, one must never pretend to be okay or spiritual when one is not, as pretense leads to spiritual danger.
20mCFC India
God Rewards Small Acts of Service | ದೇವರು ಚಿಕ್ಕ ಸೇವಾ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳಿಗೆ ಪ್ರತಿಫಲವನ್ನು ಕೊಡುತ್ತಾರೆ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2025 · 20m
The sermon emphasizes that God rewards small acts of service, drawing parallels from the Old Testament accounts of Joshua and Moses, and the principle of sowing and reaping. The speaker urges the congregation not to wait for grand miracles or prophets, but instead to focus on simple acts of kindness, such as helping a child cross the road or giving a small gift, as these small deeds are seen and rewarded by God.
12mCFC India
God Rewards Small Acts of Service - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2025 · 12m
The sermon emphasizes that God rewards small, humble acts of service, drawing parallels from the Old Testament accounts of Bezalel and the support given to Moses during battle. The speaker encourages the congregation to focus on these simple acts—like holding up a hand in prayer or helping a child—rather than seeking recognition for grand feats. Ultimately, the message urges believers to persevere in doing good works, knowing that sowing to the Spirit yields eternal life, as stated in Galatians 6:8-10.
1h 55mCFC India
Understanding Dead Works | ನಿರ್ಜೀವ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಅರ್ಥಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Oct 11, 2025 · 1h 55m
The sermon distinguishes between merely observing God's works and truly understanding God's ways, noting that the latter is what endures eternally. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus died not only for our sins but also to free us from the system and values of this fallen world. He warns that many Christians are susceptible to worldly temptations, such as the desire for status or leadership, which are forms of worldly glory that can lead to spiritual downfall.
58mCFC India
Understanding Dead Works | Understanding God's Ways | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 11, 2025 · 58m
The sermon distinguishes between understanding God's divine ways and merely observing God's external actions, noting that true understanding leads to eternal work in the heart. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus died not only for sin but also to rescue believers from the values and system of this present evil world. He warns that the temptation to embrace the world's glory—manifested in things like money, power, and status, even within the church—is a subtle compromise that compromises one's walk with Christ.
3h 0mCFC India
Zac Poonen: Personal Questions – Honest Answers (Dec.2003)
Zac Poonen · Oct 1, 2025 · 3h 0m
The speaker discusses his journey of faith, emphasizing that true assurance of salvation comes not from good upbringing or good deeds, but from God's sovereign choice and love. He shares that his certainty came from anchoring himself to John 6:37, and he affirms that his faith is based on God's word rather than on dramatic spiritual experiences. He concludes by noting that his awareness of sin and God's grace has deepened over time.
36mCFC India
Holding Fast Our Assurance Until the End - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 29, 2025 · 36m
The message emphasizes holding fast to faith until the end by maintaining a sincere longing for God, even when others might judge or discourage. The speaker uses examples like Zacchaeus, the woman caught in adultery, and the thief on the cross to illustrate God's boundless mercy for sinners. Ultimately, achieving a holy life requires not just asking for it, but passionately hunger and thirsting for it, which must then lead to practicing mercy toward others.
50mCFC India
What Genuine Reverence for God Produces - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 27, 2025 · 50m
The core message is that pleasing God requires only faith, which is simply believing that the Creator loves us unconditionally, regardless of our imperfections. The speaker emphasizes that God's love is superior to any earthly love, and we must overcome the tendency to feel condemned by remembering God's boundless goodness. This understanding of God's love is what constitutes true faith.
20mCFC India
Completing God’s Plan for Our Lives - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 22, 2025 · 20m
The speaker emphasizes that life itself is a miracle, drawing from Psalm 139 to show that God knew and planned for every detail of our lives before we were born. He stresses that while God forgives past sins, true repentance involves a deep sorrow that motivates one to actively cooperate with God's plan for the remaining years. The message urges listeners to take their relationship with God seriously, lest they waste time through casualness or disobedience.
32mCFC India
Building Home And Church In Unity | ಐಕ್ಯತೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಕುಟುಂಬವನ್ನು ಮತ್ತು ಸಭೆಯನ್ನು ಕಟ್ಟುವುದು | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 17, 2025 · 32m
The sermon emphasizes that true unity, both in the home and the church, is built upon submission and purity of heart. Drawing from Proverbs 14:1, the speaker argues that a woman builds her house through submission to her husband, and this principle extends to the church, where Christ is the head and all members are the body. Unity requires that the head (Christ) is submitted to the Father, and all members submit to one another, preventing Satan's influence.
59mCFC India
Knowing The Father Frees Us From Fear | ತಂದೆಯನ್ನು ಅರಿಯುವುದು ನಮ್ಮನ್ನು ಭಯದಿಂದ ಬಿಡುಗಡೆಗೊಳಿಸುತ್ತದೆ
Zac Poonen · Sep 17, 2025 · 59m
The central message is that knowing the Father frees us from fear, as stated in John 14:18, which says that perfect love casts out fear. The speaker emphasizes that true security and relationship with God, rather than wealth or earthly power, is the source of freedom from fear, particularly the fear of God's punishment. Believers have a direct, immediate connection to God through Christ, unlike previous covenants, allowing them to approach the Father directly.
44mCFC India
Just As God Commanded | ದೇವರು ಅಜ್ಞಾಪಿಸಿದಂತೆಯೇ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Sep 17, 2025 · 44m
The sermon draws lessons from the Old Testament account of Moses building the Tabernacle, emphasizing that God's glory resides not in outward splendor but in the inner reality. The central message is that believers are God's temple, and therefore, the focus must be on maintaining a pure heart and life lived according to God's will, rather than external appearances. True glory comes when one's life reflects God's commandments, leading to the manifestation of God's glory.
43mCFC India
New-Covenant Fasting | ಹೊಸ ಒಡಂಬಡಿಕೆಯ ಉಪವಾಸ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Sep 15, 2025 · 43m
The sermon emphasizes that fasting should be done for the heart's desire to see God's glory, not for public display. Drawing from Matthew 6, the speaker stresses that God sees the inner disposition, not just outward acts. Furthermore, fasting is presented as a discipline that helps overcome the enslavement to physical desires, both regarding food and sexual intimacy, leading to a life focused on Christ.
20mCFC India
New-Covenant Fasting - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 15, 2025 · 20m
Jesus taught that when fasting, the focus should be on the inner attitude and motive, not the external action, unlike the old covenant. Fasting is presented as a response to a deep burden for God's name to be glorified, but it is also a valuable discipline that helps free us from the slavery of food and builds self-control. Ultimately, the ability to fast and pray effectively is linked to having sufficient faith, as demonstrated by Jesus's power over the demons in Matthew 17.
1h 9mCFC India
Entering the Life of Victory - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 15, 2025 · 1h 9m
The speaker argues that true victory over sin requires a determined effort to learn to walk, comparing this to a child learning to walk rather than remaining perpetually carried. He posits that a wholehearted disciple should achieve this 'life of victory' in about two years, drawing parallels to the Israelites' original two-year plan after leaving Egypt. He emphasizes that spiritual maturity requires actively engaging with the struggle rather than remaining in a state of perpetual comfort or care.