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25mZac Poonen · Apr 12
1h 8mJohn Pereira · Apr 11
16mIan Robson · Mar 9
13mSanjay Poonen · Mar 2
1h 0mZac Poonen · Mar 1
7mJesudass · Feb 22
10mCFC India - Zac Poonen · Feb 22
1h 2mIan Robson · Feb 16
58mIan Robson · Jan 3
1h 11mZac Poonen · Dec 14
1h 14mCharles Banna · Nov 28
1h 0mZac Poonen · Nov 25
6mZac Poonen · Nov 18
55mZac Poonen · Nov 17
1h 0mZac Poonen · Nov 15
1h 10mIan Robson · Nov 9
1h 9mZac Poonen · Oct 31
53mCharles Banna · Oct 27
59mIan Robson · Oct 27
1h 3mZac Poonen · Oct 27
1h 0mZac Poonen · Oct 27
1h 18mSantosh Poonen · Oct 25
21mZac Poonen · Oct 25
19mPrakasam · Oct 25
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.
25mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Apr 12, 2023 · 25m
Paul addresses the Corinthian church regarding its spiritual issues, noting that while he begins with praise for any existing goodness, correction is necessary. Key themes include maintaining unity against divisions based on human wisdom or leaders, understanding that true Christian influence comes from the power of the Holy Spirit rather than worldly techniques, and recognizing that the message of the Cross remains foolishness to the world.
1h 8mCFC India
John Pereira · Apr 11, 2023 · 1h 8m
The central message emphasizes that the true joy of the Lord is found in a personal, devoted relationship with God, which Jesus came to establish. The speaker warns against merely having a 'form of godliness' without genuine power or relationship, comparing this to covering sin with fig leaves. He urges the audience to fear the Lord by maintaining constant devotion and fellowship, rather than relying on outward religious observance.
16mCFC India
Ian Robson · Mar 9, 2023 · 16m
The central message is the profound responsibility and joy of dedicating one's children to the Lord, emphasizing that raising them in the way of the Lord is a divine calling. The speaker draws heavily from Genesis 18:19, highlighting God's choice to Abraham so that he would command his household to keep the way of the Lord through righteousness and justice. He encourages parents to take personal responsibility for any perceived failures, confessing to God rather than blaming their children, and to remain committed to guiding their family toward discipleship.
13mCFC India
Sanjay Poonen · Mar 2, 2023 · 13m
The central message is that the ultimate goal of life is not worldly achievement but becoming more like Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that this goal is defined by three things: love from a pure heart, a good conscience, and sincere faith. He urges the younger generation to pursue this unperishable prize by running the race of faith daily, contrasting it with the perishable rewards of the world.
1h 0mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Mar 1, 2023 · 1h 0m
The central message is that true spiritual transformation and the strength to live out Christian life—especially in marriage and family—come not from doctrine or knowledge, but from being filled with the Holy Spirit. The speaker contrasts the temporary fervor of the early disciples with the lasting power of the Spirit, arguing that mere knowledge is insufficient without this divine filling. He emphasizes that the Holy Spirit is the necessary element that changes lives and sustains Christian communities.
7mCFC India
Jesudass · Feb 22, 2023 · 7m
The central message is that the best offering to God is not material goods, but the surrender of one's own will to God's will. The speaker draws parallels from Cain and Abel, arguing that self-will, even when presented as an offering, is seen by God as worthless or even offensive. True worship, therefore, requires aligning one's entire life and will with the Father's will, exemplified by Jesus Christ.
10mCFC India
CFC Messages · Feb 22, 2023 · 10m
The sermon explores two aspects of Christian attitude: towards God and towards people. Regarding God, the speaker uses Mary's costly perfume at the feast to illustrate that true devotion requires giving something precious, rather than just the minimum effort. Concerning people, Jesus washing the disciples' feet demonstrates that our attitude toward brothers and sisters should be one of humble service, recognizing it as our duty.
1h 2mCFC India
Ian Robson · Feb 16, 2023 · 1h 2m
The message emphasizes that every child is a gift from God and that parents are chosen by God to command their children to keep the way of the Lord. The speaker draws heavily on the example of Abraham, who was chosen to instruct his household to live righteously and justly. He urges parents to rely on God's Word rather than psychology when raising children, and to understand that keeping the way of the Lord begins with the fear and reverence for God.
58mCFC India
Ian Robson · Jan 3, 2023 · 58m
The speaker urges the audience to move beyond mere religious tradition and focus instead on the core message of Christ being formed within the believer. Drawing heavily from Galatians, he warns against falling into legalism, comparing those who are not truly born again to slaves rather than sons. True discipleship means experiencing the life of the New Covenant, leading to an adoption as sons and daughters, allowing one to cry out 'Abba, Father.'
1h 11mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Dec 14, 2022 · 1h 11m
The speaker compares the Israelites' poor offerings in Malachi to the need for believers to offer their best to God, emphasizing that true devotion requires sacrifice. He stresses that the foundation of the church (CFC) is built upon two core principles: offering the best of oneself and being filled with the Holy Spirit, citing Acts 1:8 as the definitive evidence of this filling. He warns against neglecting these truths in favor of superficial religious practices or focusing on money.
1h 14mCFC India
Charles Banna · Nov 28, 2022 · 1h 14m
To grow spiritually, the early church modeled four key practices: continually devoting themselves to the apostles' teaching, engaging in fellowship, breaking bread, and praying. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian growth is internal, requiring cleansing from within by the Holy Spirit, which is foundational to living in reverence to God.
1h 0mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Nov 25, 2022 · 1h 0m
The central message is that a truly Christian life must be centered on God, representing a 180-degree turn away from self-centeredness. True repentance is not merely giving up bad habits but shifting one's focus entirely to God. Furthermore, the sermon emphasizes that while salvation is secured by the foundation laid in Christ, the quality of one's daily works—whether they are 'gold, silver, or precious stones' or 'wood, hay, and straw'—will be tested by fire at the end.
6mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Nov 18, 2022 · 6m
The speaker shares an illustration God gave him regarding salvation: being saved from a truck by a stranger. He reflects on how he would repay the stranger, realizing that the only appropriate promise is to dedicate his life to serving the one who saved him, comparing this to what he owes to Christ. He concludes that his only response to Christ is to promise to obey Him immediately and unconditionally.
55mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2022 · 55m
The central message is that a Christian's ultimate ambition must be to please God alone, mirroring Jesus' own life and Paul's example. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship involves living for Christ's glory both on Earth and in eternity, rather than merely focusing on getting into heaven. He urges listeners to examine their current life direction to ensure it aligns with pleasing God.
1h 0mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2022 · 1h 0m
Jesus warned that his return will be sudden, comparing it to the days of Noah when people were absorbed in daily life and were unaware until the flood. The central message is that believers must remain alert and ready for the Second Coming, regardless of detailed prophetic knowledge. The speaker emphasizes that the signs point to the last days, urging readiness over mere study of prophecy.
1h 10mCFC India
Ian Robson · Nov 9, 2022 · 1h 10m
The central message is the urgent call to be saved from a 'crooked and perverse generation' by shining as lights in the world. The speaker draws parallels from Peter's sermon in Acts and Jesus' teachings, emphasizing that believers must actively work out their salvation with fear and trembling. This requires a deep understanding of the Gospel message—that Jesus, whom the listeners crucified, is Lord—leading to genuine repentance and baptism.
1h 9mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Oct 31, 2022 · 1h 9m
The central message is that true church building is founded not merely on doctrinal agreement, but on a personal, internal revelation of who Jesus Christ truly is, as experienced by the Holy Spirit. The speaker contrasts intellectual understanding or outward conformity with the deep, life-altering encounter with Christ's life and principles. This genuine revelation leads to a life lived consistently by Christ's principles, which is the true measure of discipleship.
53mCFC India
Charles Banna · Oct 27, 2022 · 53m
The speaker contrasts the temporary nature of earthly citizenship, using the example of the US, with the eternal citizenship offered in the Kingdom of Heaven. He emphasizes that true eternal life is found in knowing God and Jesus Christ, not merely living forever. Furthermore, he advises young people to accept themselves and the circumstances God has placed them in, as discontent often stems from comparing oneself to others.
59mCFC India
Ian Robson · Oct 27, 2022 · 59m
The central message is that believers must keep their hearts open wide to others, mirroring the openness Paul encouraged the Corinthians to have. The speaker emphasizes that our restraint often comes not from others, but from our own affections. He urges the congregation to make room in their hearts for others, especially leaders, and to continually turn to the Holy Spirit for the grace to maintain this open-heartedness, which leads to freedom and transformation.
1h 3mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Oct 27, 2022 · 1h 3m
The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate goal of spiritual growth is to partake in God's nature, which is holiness, rather than merely avoiding sin for fear of hell or for personal testimony. This transformation is a process where sin becomes naturally repulsive, much like water off a duck's back. Furthermore, true love, especially in leadership, must abound in discernment, allowing one to accurately judge people and guard the church from those who are unfit for responsibility.
1h 0mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Oct 27, 2022 · 1h 0m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of punctuality and responsibility, drawing parallels between showing up on time for church meetings and Jesus being on time for the Passover. He advises that while one should always strive for discipline in all areas of life, the ultimate goal is to live in a way that avoids disqualification before God, comparing Christian living to running a race to win an imperishable reward. The core message is to live with self-control and discipline in all aspects of life, not just in attendance.
1h 18mCFC India
Santosh Poonen · Oct 25, 2022 · 1h 18m
The message encourages the audience, particularly single individuals, to view their current years not as a waiting period, but as a time of active sowing for God. The core message emphasizes that God's purpose for a person does not require changing their current circumstances; rather, He works by changing the individual. Drawing from the analogy of a farmer, the speaker urges listeners not to grow weary in doing good, as the harvest will come in due time.
21mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Oct 25, 2022 · 21m
The central message emphasizes that true understanding of the Body of Christ requires recognizing the indispensable value of every member, especially the seemingly weaker ones. The speaker warns against self-centeredness, noting that any part of the body that seeks only its own interest is like cancer. Genuine Christian love, exemplified by Christ, means giving oneself for the good of the church rather than seeking personal gain or honor.
19mCFC India
Prakasam · Oct 25, 2022 · 19m
The speaker warns that lawlessness causes love to grow cold, citing Matthew 24:12-13. He emphasizes that daily meditation on God's love, like meditating on Christ's love on Calvary, acts like a fire that exposes hidden 'vipers' or sins. By continually standing in the presence of this purifying fire, believers can live in righteousness, leading to an increasing anointing and a deep, unquenched love for the Lord.