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1h 1m4.Being Ready For Christ's Return - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
58m3.Like The Days Of Noah And Lot - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
57m2.Great Deception - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
57m1.Two Churches Babylon And Jerusalem - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
1h 1m8.The Church As A Burning Bush - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20
1h 0m7.Purity In Us And Our Children - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20
1h 0m6.The Witness Of One Man - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20
58m4.Changing Our Way Of Thinking - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20
1h 0m3.Making wholehearted Disciples - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20
58m2.A Witness For God On Earth - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20
1h 0m1.The Burning Bush - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20
1h 16mFaith That Comes By Hearing God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 19
57mMessages For A New Year: 8.Seven New Year Prayers - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
58mMessages For A New Year: 7.The Proof That We Love God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
51mMessages For A New Year: 6.Be Like A Little Child - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
55mMessages For A New Year: 5.Recognizing How Big God Is - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
1h 50mGodly Marriages: 2.Following Godly Principles In Marriage - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
1h 31mGodly Marriages: 1.Godly Husbands, Wives And Parents - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
1h 0mGod's First Messages To Man (Part 4) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
58mGod's First Messages To Man (Part 3) - 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
1h 2mGod Is A Good Father: 3.A Father Who Rebukes And Disciplines Us - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11
59mGod Is A Good Father: 2.A Father Who Provides All Our Need - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11
August 6 | Daily Devotion | The Tree Of Law And The Tree Of Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
This devotion contrasts the tree of law with the tree of life, exploring how living by legalistic rules differs from living in the Spirit. Zac Poonen teaches that true spiritual life comes not from external commandments but from an intimate relationship with God through the Spirit.
1h 1mCFC India
4.Being Ready For Christ's Return - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2014 · 1h 1m
The central message is that true hope regarding Christ's return is not merely intellectual knowledge but a deep, purifying transformation of character. To be ready, believers must actively allow the Holy Spirit to reveal and confront unchristlike thoughts, attitudes, and motives daily, leading to continuous repentance and self-cleansing. The speaker warns against merely accumulating knowledge about end-times events, emphasizing that truth must be internalized through meditation and obedience to become spiritually beneficial.
58mCFC India
3.Like The Days Of Noah And Lot - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2014 · 58m
The sermon warns that the last days will be characterized by deception and a pervasive love of self, making it difficult for true Christians to remain steadfast. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires taking up the cross and dying to self, contrasting this with the modern tendency to get offended or prioritize personal reputation over Christ's name. He urges listeners to resist the 'infection' of loving self, money, or pleasure, and instead, to measure their faith against the high standards of God's Word and Jesus' example.
57mCFC India
2.Great Deception - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2014 · 57m
The central message is that true devotion to Christ, likened to a bride's love for her groom, should not be motivated by the fear of being caught in sin, but by a genuine, passionate love for Him. The speaker cautions against focusing excessively on end-times details, arguing that such intellectual curiosity can distract from living a godly life. True holiness comes from a deep, internal commitment to Christ, regardless of when He returns.
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 1mCFC India
8.The Church As A Burning Bush - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2014 · 1h 1m
The core message is that God desires a pure testimony, exemplified by Jerusalem, rather than a large, outwardly impressive one. The speaker emphasizes that the church is built on the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, with Jesus Christ as the perfect Cornerstone. Furthermore, he stresses that a man must establish a godly home life before he can effectively lead or build a church, comparing this standard to the purity required of the burning bush.
1h 0mCFC India
7.Purity In Us And Our Children - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2014 · 1h 0m
The central message is that God desires a 'pure testimony' over a merely 'large' one, contrasting the glory of Jerusalem with the superficiality of Babylon. True church building requires wholehearted commitment and adherence to the New Covenant, rather than relying on worldly trappings like money or music. Believers must focus on discipleship and maintaining spiritual purity, even when the church gains popularity.
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.
58mCFC India
4.Changing Our Way Of Thinking - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2014 · 58m
The speaker encourages believers to maintain a pure testimony, emphasizing that God's love is unconditional, contrasting this with feelings of unworthiness. He advises that instead of waiting for formal instruction, believers should conduct a daily 'checkup' of their inner lives by deeply studying scripture. Ultimately, the message shifts to embracing the image of a joyful, rejoicing God, contrasting it with the fear of a frowning deity.
1h 0mCFC India
3.Making wholehearted Disciples - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2014 · 1h 0m
The speaker argues that the human race is characterized by a lack of reverence for God, evidenced by the way people use their tongues to deceive and speak carelessly. True reverence leads to controlling one's speech, progressing from restraining oneself under the law to the divine nature taking over in the New Covenant. Furthermore, humanity is plagued by self-seeking interests, which the speaker contrasts with the reality of being truly born again and grafted into Christ.
58mCFC India
2.A Witness For God On Earth - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2014 · 58m
The central message is that true worship goes beyond mere singing or ritual, requiring a deep, heartfelt attitude of devotion to God. The speaker emphasizes that the highest form of worship is found in spirit and truth, exemplified by a profound desire for God's presence above all else. He urges listeners to examine their worship practices, moving beyond rote memorization of songs to genuinely mean every word spoken to God.
1h 0mCFC India
1.The Burning Bush - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2014 · 1h 0m
The central message is that true Christian life requires maintaining a pure testimony, symbolized by the burning bush. This purity is achieved by controlling the tongue—abstaining from gossip, complaining, and murmuring—and desiring nothing on earth except Jesus. Ultimately, believers must strive to be constantly on fire for God, allowing God to dwell within them, which is the true measure of spiritual leadership and discipleship.
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.
57mCFC India
Messages For A New Year: 8.Seven New Year Prayers - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2014 · 57m
The speaker encourages listeners to replace New Year's resolutions with New Year's prayers, focusing on developing the habit of keeping the Lord always before them. Drawing from Psalm 16, he emphasizes that this practice, like learning to swim, requires consistent effort to become second nature. Developing this habit allows one to navigate temptation and decision-making by constantly keeping God's presence in mind.
58mCFC India
Messages For A New Year: 7.The Proof That We Love God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2014 · 58m
The speaker urges listeners to conduct an annual spiritual checkup to avoid self-deception, emphasizing that true love for God is proven not by emotion or singing, but by perseverance through trials. He cites James 1:12, stating that the proof of loving the Lord is overcoming temptation, which is the primary test of one's faith. Ultimately, he warns against the temptation to desire anything God has not specifically chosen for us.
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.
55mCFC India
Messages For A New Year: 5.Recognizing How Big God Is - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2014 · 55m
The speaker advises that instead of measuring success by worldly gains like salary increases or promotions, believers should measure their progress by becoming more Christlike. He draws from the Rich Young Ruler narrative to emphasize that true spiritual wealth involves relinquishing self-sufficiency and earthly attachments to follow Christ. Ultimately, the most valuable thing we can lose is time, as God cannot restore wasted years.
1h 50mCFC India
transcribingGodly Marriages: 2.Following Godly Principles In Marriage - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2014 · 1h 50m
This message focuses on the principles that should guide Christian marriages, emphasizing that marriage is a covenant established by God. It encourages couples to build their union on biblical foundations, treating their relationship as a reflection of Christ's relationship with the Church.
1h 31mCFC India
Godly Marriages: 1.Godly Husbands, Wives And Parents - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2014 · 1h 31m
The central message is that faith is the most crucial element for a successful Christian marriage, enabling couples to overcome challenges and Satanic attacks. Drawing from the miracle at Cana, the speaker emphasizes that when the 'wine runs out' in a marriage, one must be honest with Jesus and be willing to work diligently, trusting that Christ can restore something even better. Ultimately, the speaker asserts that it is faith, not a perfect life, that determines one's ultimate reward with God.
1h 0mCFC India
God's First Messages To Man (Part 4) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2014 · 1h 0m
The speaker emphasizes the divine inspiration of Scripture, using Genesis chapters 1-11 as evidence of God's preserved history. He urges the audience to study the Bible deeply and treat God's Word with utmost seriousness, comparing a casual attitude to disrespecting a vital document. Furthermore, he warns against a flippant attitude in prayer and singing, encouraging believers to understand the true meaning behind their worship and to take their relationship with God seriously.
58mCFC India
God's First Messages To Man (Part 3) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2014 · 58m
God accepts people based on the faith in their hearts, not the quality or quantity of their offerings. The speaker emphasizes that Abel's offering was accepted because of his faith, contrasting this with Cain's offering. True faith is demonstrated by giving the very best of what one has—time, energy, or resources—to God, and reconciliation with others is necessary before presenting any offering to God.
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.
1h 2mCFC India
God Is A Good Father: 3.A Father Who Rebukes And Disciplines Us - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11, 2014 · 1h 2m
The speaker discusses three aspects of God's fatherly love: welcoming the lost, providing for our needs, and rebuking/disciplining us. While we are initially drawn to the welcome and provision, true spiritual growth requires accepting discipline, as this is a mark of God's love. The speaker warns against spiritual complacency, comparing repeated sin to returning to the 'pigs farm' after experiencing the father's table.
59mCFC India
God Is A Good Father: 2.A Father Who Provides All Our Need - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11, 2014 · 59m
The speaker emphasizes that true love for God is proven not by boasting about one's sinfulness, but by obedience and sacrifice. He warns against spiritual pretense and instead urges honesty. Furthermore, he addresses the provision of needs, arguing that Christians must learn to trust God's provision rather than relying on government social security or wealth, citing his own experience in India as proof of God's faithfulness.