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55mRooted In The Word Of God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 1
49m6.Q&A Session (Part-2) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25
56m5.Q&A Session (Part-1) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25
1h 14m4.Brokenness Through Failure - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25
1h 10m3.Having Authority Over Satan - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25
1h 5m2.Knowing Our Father In Heaven - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25
49mJesus Came to Build Fellowship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
56mJesus Came to Remove the Root of Sin - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 23
44mHave You Claimed Your Full Birthright ? - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 21
58mKnowing God's Heart - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 18
25mHow God Prepared Moses - Settu
CFC India - Zac Poonen · Jun 18
41mConsider Others As More Important - Victor & Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 18
1h 1mLiving As Jesus Lived: 7.The New Covenant Life - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13
42mLiving As Jesus Lived: 6.Fulfilling God's Will In Our Lives - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13
1h 9mLiving As Jesus Lived: 5.Jesus Fulfilled All Of God's Will - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13
39mLiving As Jesus Lived: 4.Jesus, Our Elder Brother - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13
1h 1mLiving As Jesus Lived: 3.God's Final Destination For Us - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13
59mLiving As Jesus Lived: 2.Faith That We Can Walk Like Jesus - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13
1h 4mLiving As Jesus Lived: 1.The Holy Spirit Sets Us Free - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13
58mLiving As Jesus Lived: 8.Freed From The Love Of Money - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13
57mBe Alert For The Lord's Return - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11
57mWhat It Means To Be A Light - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11
58mThe Goal Of All Preaching - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11
57mPreserving God's Standards - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 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.
55mCFC India
Rooted In The Word Of God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 1, 2014 · 55m
The speaker emphasizes that lasting fruit in Christian life depends entirely on having deep, solid roots, citing Proverbs 12:12 and Psalm 1. True spiritual strength comes from meditating on God's law, which anchors a believer like a tree planted by streams of water. This rooting prevents backsliding and ensures a life of continuous spiritual freshness.
49mCFC India
6.Q&A Session (Part-2) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25, 2014 · 49m
The speaker emphasizes that the power to witness for Christ comes from continuously seeking the Holy Spirit's filling to overcome sin. He advises living according to one's current conscience, not the standard of others, and cautions that grace to overcome sin is maintained through humility, not by retaining gifts. True ministry is characterized by an intimate relationship with God, not just supernatural gifts.
56mCFC India
5.Q&A Session (Part-1) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25, 2014 · 56m
The speaker emphasizes that true prayer involves listening more than speaking, drawing from the biblical principle that man shall not live by bread alone but by God's word. To discern God's voice amidst many voices, one must cultivate a habit of listening by first obeying what is written in the Bible. True Christian fellowship is distinct from mere friendship and comes through God, much like the coordinated function of the body's parts.
1h 14mCFC India
4.Brokenness Through Failure - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25, 2014 · 1h 14m
The speaker addresses the tendency to use guilt trips in preaching, advising that sermons should heal by exposing sin and then stitching up the wound with encouragement, rather than simply condemning. He emphasizes that God uses failure, citing the disciples' experience and Peter's denial, to humble us and teach dependence on Christ. The core message is that the church should be a place of hope for those who have failed, mirroring God's persistent love despite our messiness.
1h 10mCFC India
3.Having Authority Over Satan - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25, 2014 · 1h 10m
Jesus taught that the church built on the confession of Christ is invincible to the powers of spiritual death, provided it has strong, appointed leadership. The speaker emphasizes that the church is meant to be a place of conflict where it always wins by following God's way, and that discipline, as taught in Matthew 18, is a loving process aimed at winning back a brother who has sinned.
1h 5mCFC India
2.Knowing Our Father In Heaven - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25, 2014 · 1h 5m
The speaker urges listeners to prioritize spiritual health over physical health, comparing the care given to bodies versus the care given to souls. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires a complete surrender of life to Christ, likening this relationship to being a purchased slave rather than a voluntary favor. The central message is that believers must recognize that their lives belong entirely to God because Christ paid the ultimate price for their redemption.
49mCFC India
Jesus Came to Build Fellowship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2014 · 49m
Jesus came primarily to build fellowship, which requires establishing a right relationship with the Father first. This vertical relationship with God is foundational; if it is neglected, horizontal fellowship with others will suffer. To maintain fellowship with the Father, one must walk in the light, which means practicing radical honesty and allowing the conscience to become increasingly sensitive to sin.
56mCFC India
Jesus Came to Remove the Root of Sin - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 23, 2014 · 56m
Jesus came to address the root of sin, which the Old Covenant could only manage by cutting off the visible 'fruit' of sin. The speaker explains that the true origin of sin lies in the heart, stemming from pride, as seen in the fall of the angel described in Ezekiel 28. True spiritual progress requires allowing Jesus to deal with this internal root, rather than remaining satisfied with superficial religious observance or outward good works.
44mCFC India
Have You Claimed Your Full Birthright ? - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 21, 2014 · 44m
The central message is that believers have a birthright to reign in life through the abundance of God's grace, which requires a proper foundation built on repentance plus faith. The speaker emphasizes that true repentance is a complete 180-degree turn from sin, which biblically is defined as anything falling short of the glory of Christ. Ultimately, Christians are called to be the light of the world, fulfilling the purpose God has given them.
58mCFC India
Knowing God's Heart - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 18, 2014 · 58m
The central message is that understanding the full purpose of God requires accepting all facets of truth, much like the seven colors of a rainbow must combine to make white. This principle applies to the church, where believers must accept doctrines and people who are different from themselves to reflect the complete glory of God. Ultimately, humility is presented as the necessary thread that allows one to accept all these diverse elements.
25mCFC India
How God Prepared Moses - Settu
CFC Messages · Jun 18, 2014 · 25m
The speaker draws inspiration from the story of Moses, particularly his survival and upbringing despite the Pharaoh's decree to kill all male Hebrew infants. He emphasizes that God has a divine purpose for those who believe and that the Lord builds His church through His people, even when circumstances seem impossible. The core message is to trust in God's providence and faith, as He works miraculously in the lives of those who believe.
41mCFC India
Consider Others As More Important - Victor & Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 18, 2014 · 41m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of considering others as more important than oneself, suggesting that true spiritual life involves humility and focusing outward. The message implies that self-absorption hinders one's connection to God and proper discipleship.
1h 1mCFC India
transcribingLiving As Jesus Lived: 7.The New Covenant Life - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 1h 1m
This message focuses on the concept of the New Covenant life, encouraging listeners to emulate the life of Jesus. It emphasizes that living according to the New Covenant involves a transformed life characterized by Christ's example.
42mCFC India
Living As Jesus Lived: 6.Fulfilling God's Will In Our Lives - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 42m
The sermon emphasizes that Jesus came not only to die for our sins but also to show us how to live every day of our lives. It draws heavily from 1 Timothy 3:15, stating that the church is the pillar and support of God, and that the 'mystery of godliness' is the secret to living a godly life. The speaker stresses that living this life requires understanding the depth of the sacrifice of Christ, which is far more valuable than any earthly possession, and that true forgiveness is a gift found in the New Testament.
1h 9mCFC India
Living As Jesus Lived: 5.Jesus Fulfilled All Of God's Will - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 1h 9m
The sermon emphasizes that believers are bought with a price, meaning their bodies are no longer for personal use but are the temple of the Holy Spirit. The speaker draws parallels between Israel's failures in the Promised Land and the need for believers to live according to God's will, referencing passages about disqualification and the spiritual warfare required for true discipleship. Ultimately, the message calls for recognizing that our bodies belong to God and should be used to honor Him.
39mCFC India
Living As Jesus Lived: 4.Jesus, Our Elder Brother - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 39m
The sermon explores the profound implications of being called a 'firstborn' in relation to Jesus Christ, drawing parallels between Jesus's divine status and the concept of being God's child. The speaker emphasizes that God's care for Jesus will extend to believers, assuring them that God knows their thoughts and protects them even before danger arises. He concludes by urging the congregation to embrace their identity as brothers and sisters in Christ, which is the highest title one can claim.
1h 1mCFC India
Living As Jesus Lived: 3.God's Final Destination For Us - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 1h 1m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian life is not merely about suggestion but about following God's commands, specifically living as Jesus lived. The speaker argues that true discipleship requires a desire to grow in fullness of knowledge and that God only gives commands we are capable of keeping. Ultimately, Jesus came to restore humanity to its original design—to be free and a conqueror, not a slave to sin or negative patterns.
59mCFC India
transcribingLiving As Jesus Lived: 2.Faith That We Can Walk Like Jesus - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 59m
This sermon focuses on emulating the life and actions of Jesus Christ in our daily walk. The message encourages believers to adopt a lifestyle that mirrors Christ's example in all aspects of life. It serves as a call to practical discipleship modeled after Jesus.
1h 4mCFC India
Living As Jesus Lived: 1.The Holy Spirit Sets Us Free - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 1h 4m
The speaker argues that many modern Christian teachings are incomplete, comparing them to a portrait of Jesus missing vital pieces. He emphasizes that true Christian life must follow the Word of God completely, not just partially. He stresses that believers should prioritize following Jesus in the present life rather than just securing a place in heaven, and that the church must model Christ's example by rejecting materialism and financial dependence.
58mCFC India
Living As Jesus Lived: 8.Freed From The Love Of Money - Zac Poonen (Romanian)
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 58m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian life is a journey toward freedom, which is found by understanding the truth and recognizing that Christ has already won the battle. A key warning is given against the love of money, asserting that money can become a master that distracts from God. Believers are encouraged to pursue God's will rather than being drawn into the world's attractions, which are often controlled by worldly systems.
57mCFC India
Be Alert For The Lord's Return - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11, 2014 · 57m
The sermon focuses on biblical prophecies concerning the Second Coming of Christ, drawing heavily from Zechariah 14, Luke 21, and Revelation. The speaker warns that the end times will be marked by increasing violence, war, and moral decay, contrasting this with the need for the church to remain pure. He emphasizes that the return will involve significant global conflict, possibly culminating in a nuclear war, and urges believers to prepare to be among the few who find the narrow way to life.
57mCFC India
What It Means To Be A Light - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11, 2014 · 57m
The sermon explains that being a light means living in the truth of the New Covenant, contrasting it with the darkness of the world ruled by Satan. The speaker emphasizes that the devil's primary tactic is to make believers doubt God's Word, as seen in the story of Adam and Eve. True assurance comes from confessing sin, trusting God's faithfulness to forgive, and understanding that God's forgiveness is complete, not conditional on perfect promises of future sinlessness.
58mCFC India
The Goal Of All Preaching - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11, 2014 · 58m
The central message is that God desires believers to grow spiritually and diligently seek Him with all their hearts, as this is the purpose for which we are on earth. The speaker emphasizes that spiritual growth requires active pursuit, comparing it to running a race with a clear aim, and encourages listeners to embrace the purpose for which Christ has laid hold of them. True commitment requires voluntary cooperation, contrasting it with the automatic obedience of celestial bodies.
57mCFC India
Preserving God's Standards - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11, 2014 · 57m
The speaker warns that subtle deviations from God's established standards, no matter how small, can lead a church or individual far from the true path over time. He emphasizes that true preservation requires constant self-examination against Scripture and seeking the Holy Spirit's guidance, rather than judging others. The message uses the analogy of yeast in bread to illustrate how small compromises can corrupt the whole, urging vigilance against spiritual drift.