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2m 19sCFC India - Zac Poonen · Jan 17
1m 35sCFC India - Zac Poonen · Jan 17
6mCFC India - Zac Poonen · Jan 16
30mIan Robson · Nov 19
55mZac Poonen · Nov 19
24mZac Poonen · Nov 11
13mZac Poonen · Oct 16
1h 6mIan Robson · Oct 16
38mCharles Banna · Oct 11
50mIan Robson · Sep 26
52mIan Robson · Sep 16
1h 14mZac Poonen · Aug 2
42mZac Poonen · Jul 15
39mZac Poonen · Jun 5
7mZac Poonen · Jan 11
34mIan Robson · Sep 25
24mZac Poonen · Sep 24
58mZac Poonen · Aug 8
16mSanjay Poonen · Feb 8
1h 14mZac Poonen · Dec 18
1h 9mZac Poonen · Nov 30
40mZac Poonen · Nov 22
52mZac Poonen · Nov 21
1h 10mSanjay Poonen · Nov 17
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.
2m 19sCFC India
transcribingCFC Messages · Jan 17, 2020 · 2m 19s
The speaker addresses the common struggle of praying for the gift of the Holy Spirit while lacking assurance of its reception. The core message revolves around discerning whether to participate in public prayer services for the Spirit when one is uncertain of their spiritual status. The discussion guides the listener toward understanding the nature of assurance in the Christian life.
1m 35sCFC India
transcribingCFC Messages · Jan 17, 2020 · 1m 35s
This session addresses the common question of whether speaking in tongues is the required evidence of receiving the baptism in the Holy Spirit. It provides guidance on how an individual can seek this experience. The content aims to clarify theological understanding regarding the Spirit's baptism.
6mCFC India
CFC Messages · Jan 16, 2020 · 6m
The speaker addresses how to receive the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that it requires a complete surrender of one's life, likened to opening every room in a house to the Spirit. He clarifies that merely saying
30mCFC India
Ian Robson · Nov 19, 2019 · 30m
The central message is that the distinguishing mark of a true Christian life and church is the presence and power of God working through believers. The speaker emphasizes that merely doing good works or having good fellowship is insufficient; one must be anointed with the Holy Spirit and power to truly help others and resist the devil. This divine presence is what sets believers apart from all others.
55mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Nov 19, 2019 · 55m
The message emphasizes that true knowledge of God comes only through the Holy Spirit, which grants wisdom and revelation, moving beyond mere intellectual understanding. Paul prayed for the Ephesians to receive this true knowledge, which is essential for understanding God's inheritance and the surpassing greatness of His power. Ultimately, knowing God means experiencing a life that reflects His nature, which is a lifelong pursuit.
24mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Nov 11, 2019 · 24m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian life, particularly in the New Covenant, is guided by the Holy Spirit's leading rather than rigid adherence to rules or laws. Jesus demonstrated this by being willing to interrupt his planned activities for those in need, yet he also knew when to decline invitations to fulfill God's greater purpose. Believers must learn to discern which calls to respond to, living by the principle of Christ's witness rather than legalistic observance.
13mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Oct 16, 2019 · 13m
The central message is that the world must know that God loves humanity as much as He loved Jesus, drawing from John 17:23. The speaker emphasizes that the New Covenant relationship allows believers to approach God intimately, calling Him 'Dad' privately, unlike the Old Covenant practices. He stresses that receiving the fullness of the Holy Spirit and forgiveness is not based on deserving it, but on acknowledging one's utter unworthiness.
1h 6mCFC India
Ian Robson · Oct 16, 2019 · 1h 6m
The central message is the necessity of giving the Holy Spirit His proper place in our individual lives, families, and the church. The speaker traces the Spirit's role from Genesis to the New Covenant, emphasizing that when we neglect Him, a spiritual curse or withering occurs. He concludes by urging believers to live in a state of continuous righteousness, empowered by the Spirit, anticipating the fullness of God's presence.
38mCFC India
Charles Banna · Oct 11, 2019 · 38m
Jesus assured his disciples that although he was leaving, he would not leave them as orphans, promising to send the Holy Spirit as a permanent helper. This promise requires the disciples to be cleansed by God's Word and to repent. The Spirit's arrival brings power, enabling believers to boldly proclaim the Gospel, which leads to repentance and the necessary steps for forgiveness and receiving the Spirit's power.
50mCFC India
Ian Robson · Sep 26, 2019 · 50m
The central message is that understanding and accepting the gift of God—specifically the Holy Spirit and salvation—is paramount to a life of true fulfillment. Drawing from the Samaritan woman in John chapter 4, the speaker emphasizes that true worship and spiritual life are dependent on receiving this divine gift, which provides living water that quenches eternal thirst. This gift empowers believers to live in the Spirit and recognize God's presence.
52mCFC India
Ian Robson · Sep 16, 2019 · 52m
The sermon emphasizes that all of God's promises are reliable and 'yes' through Christ, urging believers to approach scripture with faith. It stresses that merely hearing the word is insufficient; the promise must be united by genuine faith to be profitable, drawing parallels to the Israelites in the wilderness. True repentance requires more than just confessing sin to God; it demands making full restitution to those wronged, building a deep foundation in Christ.
1h 14mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Aug 2, 2019 · 1h 14m
The speaker emphasizes that the true purpose of Christian marriage is not happiness, but glorifying God by reflecting the relationship between Christ and the Church. A strong Christian marriage begins by being filled with the Holy Spirit and requires both spouses to be mutually subject to one another. Ultimately, the primary aim must be Christ, making Him the supreme focus of one's life, even before considering marriage.
42mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 15, 2019 · 42m
The central message is that every Christian must take the responsibility of being the 'light of the world,' a calling that is personal and profound. The speaker emphasizes that this calling requires more than just knowing Scripture; it demands the guidance of the Holy Spirit to overcome sin and live lives that bring honor to Christ's name. True Christian living is measured not by public testimony, but by one's private conduct before God and Satan.
39mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 5, 2019 · 39m
The speaker emphasizes that true church commitment comes from a deep desire, not mere convenience. He draws parallels from scripture, noting that out of 500 people who saw the resurrected Jesus, only 120 waited for the Holy Spirit's power. The central message is that God is more eager to fill a person with the Holy Spirit than the person is to receive it, requiring the individual to loosen their grip on earthly things, like money or other possessions, to receive God's gifts.
7mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jan 11, 2019 · 7m
The speaker emphasizes that salvation requires both repentance and faith, comparing them to two necessary wires for electricity to flow. He urges listeners to move beyond superficial piety, calling for a desperate passion to be filled with the Holy Spirit and a deep hatred for sin. The message concludes by discussing grace, arguing that it is not unmerited favor but rather something earned through humility, which draws the spirit of grace like water flows to the lowest place.
34mCFC India
Ian Robson · Sep 25, 2018 · 34m
The message emphasizes that as the end times draw near, believers must remain vigilant, maintaining a sober spirit and prioritizing prayer. Central to this endurance is keeping fervent in love for one another, as this love covers a multitude of sins and is the defining mark of discipleship. Ultimately, enduring in love to the end requires the strengthening power of the Holy Spirit to allow Christ to dwell in our hearts through faith.
24mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Sep 24, 2018 · 24m
The sermon explores how Jesus taught through both his words and his actions, emphasizing that true ministry requires supernatural discernment gifted by the Holy Spirit, not just academic knowledge. The speaker contrasts this with modern ministry, warning against the love of money and the tendency to rely on scripture quoting rather than divine guidance. He concludes by highlighting Jesus's humility and commitment to a life of radical surrender.
58mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Aug 8, 2018 · 58m
The speaker warns that in the end times, Christians face dangers from both worldly persecution and internal deception within Christianity. He emphasizes that the greatest danger is deception, which can be overcome only by being filled with the Holy Spirit, not by following counterfeits. True devotion means obeying God's commandments, even the seemingly small ones, and recognizing that living under grace means sin cannot rule over you, unlike those who are under the law.
16mCFC India
Sanjay Poonen · Feb 8, 2018 · 16m
The speaker encourages the young people to finish their race with faithfulness, emphasizing that life presents a binary choice: either we die or we meet the Lord. Drawing from the parable of the talents, he stresses that faithfulness, not worldly success, is what matters to God. He urges the congregation to persevere in their walk, drawing parallels to marathon running, and to rely on the Holy Spirit for the strength to remain faithful.
1h 14mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Dec 18, 2017 · 1h 14m
The central message is that true Christian living requires adopting the inner attitude of Christ, rather than merely imitating his external actions. The speaker emphasizes that this transformation comes from the Holy Spirit revealing Christ's glory, not from human effort or adherence to rules. He stresses that this divine nature is a gift and a choice, contrasting it with our inherent, self-centered nature.
1h 9mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Nov 30, 2017 · 1h 9m
The speaker distinguishes between worldly 'friendship' and divine 'fellowship,' arguing that true fellowship is a gift of the New Covenant, not merely a human connection. He contrasts the Old Covenant's focus on forgiveness of sins with the New Covenant's promise of salvation from sin and the indwelling of God's law through the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, he emphasizes that experiencing the power of the Holy Spirit, rather than just intellectual knowledge, is necessary for discipleship.
40mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Nov 22, 2017 · 40m
The speaker contrasts the nature of marriage under the Old Covenant with the ideal established by Christ in the New Covenant. He argues that while Old Testament marriages often suffered from division, conflict, and divorce due to hard hearts, the New Covenant aims to make husband and wife 'one flesh,' mirroring God's original design. This transformation requires the Holy Spirit to remove the 'hard heart of stone' and replace it with a soft heart, as prophesied in Ezekiel 36.
52mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Nov 21, 2017 · 52m
The sermon centers on the Parable of the Talents and Psalm 1, emphasizing that true prosperity and stability come from delighting in the law of the Lord and meditating on God's word. The speaker stresses that believers must actively cultivate their 'hidden life' by connecting with the Holy Spirit in private moments, which prevents spiritual withering, regardless of external circumstances. By rooting oneself in God's unchanging nature, one can maintain joy and effectiveness in all areas of life.
1h 10mCFC India
Sanjay Poonen · Nov 17, 2017 · 1h 10m
The speaker shares personal values, calling them his 'North Star,' to guide his life as a Christian in the workplace. Key principles include recognizing that true citizenship is in heaven, working diligently while remaining humble, being a visible example of Christian character (like salt or a light), and remaining open to the direction of the Holy Spirit in decision-making.