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41sZac Poonen Illustrations - The Authority Of Jesus
Zac Poonen · Apr 1
6mCast All Your Burdens On Jesus | ನಿಮ್ಮ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಭಾರವನ್ನು ಯೇಸುವಿನ ಮೇಲೆ ಹಾಕಿರಿ | Zac Poonen Illustrations
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
1m 3sZac Poonen Illustrations - The Blackboard Of Encouragement
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
2m 13sZac Poonen Illustrations - The Blessing Of Abraham
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
4m 16sZac Poonen Illustrations - The Cup That Jesus Drank
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
1m 11sZac Poonen Illustrations - The Factory Worker Who Messed Up
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
2mZac Poonen Illustrations - The Grace Of God
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
2m 6sZac Poonen Illustrations - The Prick Of Conscience
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
1m 56sZac Poonen Illustrations - The Secret Of Remaining In Humility
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
4m 4sZac Poonen Illustrations - The True Mark Of Repentance
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
3m 49sZac Poonen Illustrations - The Vaccine For Sin
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
6mZac Poonen Illustrations - Three Spiritual Marriages
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
1m 26sZac Poonen Illustrations - Two Types Of Christians
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
1m 57sZac Poonen Illustrations - Valuing God More Than Everything
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
3m 33sZac Poonen Illustrations - We Bring Nothing Into The World And Take Nothing When We Leave
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
1m 12sZac Poonen Illustrations - Jesus Our Forerunner
Zac Poonen · Mar 31
7mFaith Drives Out Fear | विश्वास भीती घालवतो | Zac Poonen Illustrations | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30
59mSaved By The Life Of Jesus | येशूच्या जीवनाद्वारे तारण प्राप्त करणे | Zac Poonen | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30
1h 3mSalvation From Seeking Man's Honour | माणसांकडून आदर मिळवण्याच्या प्रयत्नांपासून सुटका | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 30
6mThe Vaccine For Sin | पापासाठी लसीकरण | Zac Poonen Illustrations | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30
3m 33sBe Afraid of Sin Not Sickness | पापाला घाबरा आजाराला नाही | Zac Poonen Illustrations | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30
55mSeven New Year Prayers | नवीन वर्षासाठी सात प्रार्थना | Zac Poonen | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30
3m 18sThe Grace of God | देवाची कृपा | Zac Poonen Illustrations | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30
58mGod Changes Honest People | देव प्रामाणिक लोकांमध्ये बद्दल घडवतो | Zac Poonen | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30
August 5 | Daily Devotion | Idolatry Is Spiritual Adultery | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Zac Poonen teaches that idolatry constitutes spiritual adultery against God, drawing a parallel between unfaithfulness in marriage and unfaithfulness in our devotion to God. The message calls believers to recognize idolatry in their lives and turn from it in repentance to restore their relationship with God.
41sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - The Authority Of Jesus
Zac Poonen · Apr 1, 2020 · 41s
The true measure of spiritual life is not one's personal spirituality, but whether one utilizes the authority vested in the name of Jesus Christ. This authority is compared to a small policeman stopping ten massive trucks, illustrating that the source of power, not the size of the person, matters. Believers are encouraged to exercise this divine authority and no longer live in fear of the devil.
6mCFC India
Cast All Your Burdens On Jesus | ನಿಮ್ಮ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಭಾರವನ್ನು ಯೇಸುವಿನ ಮೇಲೆ ಹಾಕಿರಿ | Zac Poonen Illustrations
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 6m
The central message is that believers should not carry burdens that the Lord never gave them, as Jesus invites us to cast all our burdens upon Him. The speaker emphasizes that while the burden of sin is the most difficult, Jesus's sacrifice on the cross proves that all other burdens are lighter when placed at His feet. We must make it a habit to come to Jesus for rest.
1m 3sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - The Blackboard Of Encouragement
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 1m 3s
The speaker advises that before correcting a brother, one must first offer encouragement. He uses the analogy of a blackboard: encouragement builds the board, allowing correction to be visible, whereas criticizing without prior encouragement is like writing in thin air that the person cannot see.
2m 13sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - The Blessing Of Abraham
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 2m 13s
The central message is that the blessing of Abraham, which promises that all families of the earth will be blessed through one, is received when a person is filled with the Holy Spirit. This fullness is not primarily about speaking in tongues or physical healing, but rather equipping the believer to be a blessing to every family and person they encounter. The speaker compares this blessing to a noticeable, heavenly perfume that permeates every place the believer goes.
4m 16sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - The Cup That Jesus Drank
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 4m 16s
The central message emphasizes valuing one's fellowship with the Father above all earthly possessions, health, or even life itself. The speaker uses Jesus's experience in Gethsemane, where he was offered a way to avoid the cross, to illustrate this point. Ultimately, Jesus chose to drink the cup of broken fellowship to save Zacchaeus from eternal hell, highlighting the profound, never-to-be-lost wonder of God's love.
1m 11sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - The Factory Worker Who Messed Up
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 1m 11s
The speaker uses the analogy of a factory worker who repeatedly messes up machines, culminating in a major mistake. Instead of being fired, the owner appoints him as a general manager with a much higher salary. This illustrates that God's grace, specifically being filled with the Holy Spirit, is given to people at their lowest point, not just to those who deserve it.
2mCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - The Grace Of God
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 2m
The speaker shares an illustration about a man facing a trial, symbolized by a rock beneath a river, which he prayed to God to remove. God responded not by removing the obstacle, but by raising the water level so the man could pass through it. The central message is that God's grace is sufficient, enabling us to become overcomers even when problems or enemies remain present.
2m 6sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - The Prick Of Conscience
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 2m 6s
The speaker compares the prick of conscience to physical pain, arguing that this discomfort is a blessing because it alerts us to wrongdoing. Just as physical pain prevents infection and amputation, the pain of conscience warns us of sin. If we ignore this discomfort, we will eventually lose the ability to hear our conscience.
1m 56sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - The Secret Of Remaining In Humility
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 1m 56s
The secret to remaining humble is to walk with Jesus Christ daily. The speaker emphasizes that by starting the day by connecting with Jesus, one can maintain a spirit of humility and brokenness. He encourages the audience to seek this constant companionship with Christ, as it prevents pride and keeps God's grace upon one's life.
4m 4sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - The True Mark Of Repentance
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 4m 4s
True repentance is not ceasing to sin, as that will not happen until Christ returns. Instead, it is a fundamental change in one's attitude toward sin, where the believer actively rejects it. To strengthen the 'new man' and resist temptation, one must actively engage in spiritual disciplines like reading scripture, confessing sins, and seeking the Holy Spirit's guidance.
3m 49sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - The Vaccine For Sin
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 3m 49s
The speaker compares the cleansing power of Jesus' blood for sin to a cure for a disease, noting that people often take such miracles for granted. He then draws a parallel between a cure and a vaccine, arguing that God's grace acts as a preventative measure against sin, much like a vaccination prevents illness. Believers should recognize and embrace this preventative grace to live righteously and be a blessing in the church.
6mCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - Three Spiritual Marriages
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 6m
The sermon uses the metaphor of three 'marriages' to illustrate spiritual progress: first, being bound to the old self; second, being bound to the law, which demands impossible perfection; and finally, being married to Christ. While Christ's standards are also high, the key difference is that He works *with* us as co-workers, offering grace and partnership rather than simply demanding flawless adherence to rules.
1m 26sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - Two Types Of Christians
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 1m 26s
The speaker illustrates two types of Christians using an analogy of exam scores. One type is content with simply knowing their sins are forgiven and heading to heaven, while the other is deeply concerned with perfecting their character, such as confessing small bitternesses against others. The speaker suggests that the second type, who seeks an indestructible life through self-examination, is the one who will build the church.
1m 57sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - Valuing God More Than Everything
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 1m 57s
The speaker uses an illustration comparing the effort spent searching for a small coin versus a large sum of money to illustrate how people often treat God. He argues that many people treat God as if He is a small, easily forgotten item, but if God is made the most valuable thing in one's life, He will be found every time He is needed.
3m 33sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - We Bring Nothing Into The World And Take Nothing When We Leave
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 3m 33s
The central message is that life is temporary, mirroring the illustration of a child visiting someone else's house. Just as the child must leave everything behind when the mother leaves, we must remember that we came into this world with nothing and must leave it all behind. True faith means living with open hands, recognizing that nothing we possess—be it money, property, or even relationships—is truly ours to grasp.
1m 12sCFC India
Zac Poonen Illustrations - Jesus Our Forerunner
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 1m 12s
The speaker uses the analogy of an angel trying to teach swimming to illustrate that Jesus's divinity makes Him unattainable to follow in a literal sense. He emphasizes that because Jesus is our forerunner and the author and finisher of our faith, we are called to follow Him by running the race toward Him.
7mCFC India
transcribingFaith Drives Out Fear | विश्वास भीती घालवतो | Zac Poonen Illustrations | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30, 2020 · 7m
This message focuses on the power of faith to overcome fear. It likely uses illustrations to demonstrate how trusting in God's promises and power can dispel feelings of fear and anxiety in believers' lives.
59mCFC India
transcribingSaved By The Life Of Jesus | येशूच्या जीवनाद्वारे तारण प्राप्त करणे | Zac Poonen | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30, 2020 · 59m
This sermon focuses on the concept of salvation being found through the life of Jesus. It emphasizes that Jesus' life provides the means by which salvation is achieved. The message encourages listeners to understand this central truth regarding Christian life.
1h 3mCFC India
transcribingSalvation From Seeking Man's Honour | माणसांकडून आदर मिळवण्याच्या प्रयत्नांपासून सुटका | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 30, 2020 · 1h 3m
The sermon addresses the danger of seeking honor and approval from people rather than from God. It emphasizes that true salvation and peace come from aligning oneself with God's will, rather than striving for human recognition. The core message is a call to detach from the need for man's applause.
6mCFC India
transcribingThe Vaccine For Sin | पापासाठी लसीकरण | Zac Poonen Illustrations | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30, 2020 · 6m
The sermon addresses the concept of sin as a sickness that requires a cure, comparing it to a vaccine. The central message is that true healing and immunity from sin are found through Christ's sacrifice and subsequent repentance. It emphasizes that mere knowledge is insufficient; a genuine change of heart and commitment to Christ is necessary for salvation.
3m 33sCFC India
transcribingBe Afraid of Sin Not Sickness | पापाला घाबरा आजाराला नाही | Zac Poonen Illustrations | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30, 2020 · 3m 33s
This message advises the congregation to focus their fear and concern on sin rather than on sickness. The core message emphasizes that sin is the greater danger and the primary focus for spiritual attention. It encourages believers to prioritize spiritual vigilance over physical anxieties.
55mCFC India
transcribingSeven New Year Prayers | नवीन वर्षासाठी सात प्रार्थना | Zac Poonen | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30, 2020 · 55m
This video offers seven specific prayers intended for the New Year. The prayers are designed to guide the viewer in their spiritual life as they begin a new year. It serves as a devotional resource for setting spiritual intentions.
3m 18sCFC India
The Grace of God | देवाची कृपा | Zac Poonen Illustrations | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30, 2020 · 3m 18s
The sermon uses an illustration of a man in a boat crossing a river with a rock beneath the surface to explain God's grace. The speaker emphasizes that God will not remove the trials (the rock) but will instead provide sufficient grace to help the believer navigate through them, making them an overcomer even in the presence of their enemies.
58mCFC India
transcribingGod Changes Honest People | देव प्रामाणिक लोकांमध्ये बद्दल घडवतो | Zac Poonen | Marathi
Zac Poonen · Mar 30, 2020 · 58m
This sermon, delivered in Marathi, focuses on the theme of God's actions concerning honest people. While the specific content is not detailed without a transcript, the title suggests a message of divine favor and blessing upon those who maintain integrity.