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185 messages
50mZac Poonen · Apr 6
42mZac Poonen · Dec 17
59mZac Poonen · Dec 17
46mZac Poonen · Jul 11
27mZac Poonen · Jun 24
27mZac Poonen · Jun 24
27mZac Poonen · Jun 24
1h 0mZac Poonen · May 26
58mZac Poonen · Mar 19
51mZac Poonen · Jul 9
58mZac Poonen · Jul 9
56mZac Poonen · Feb 13
58mZac Poonen · Feb 12
52mZac Poonen · Feb 12
59mZac Poonen · Jan 31
57mZac Poonen · Dec 12
6mZac Poonen · Jun 24
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.
50mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Apr 6, 2013 · 50m
The speaker discusses the Book of Revelation, emphasizing that it is primarily a revelation of Jesus Christ and His kingdom, not just a prediction of the future. He stresses that obedience to what is written is more important than full understanding. The message highlights the danger of losing one's first love in the church, using the example of Ephesus, and notes that the Lord's power is always to lift up, not push down.
42mCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen · Dec 17, 2012 · 42m
This message addresses the current spiritual needs of the church, emphasizing the necessity of maintaining a balance in truth. The core message revolves around recognizing what is lacking in the modern Christian walk and the need for spiritual nourishment. It calls the listeners to examine their own spiritual state.
59mCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen · Dec 17, 2012 · 59m
This message focuses on the importance of appreciating and encouraging others within the Christian community. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual growth requires mutual support and positive reinforcement among believers. It encourages the audience to build each other up through words of affirmation.
46mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 11, 2012 · 46m
The sermon emphasizes that the Church is meant to be a unified 'body' connected inwardly to Christ, unlike a mere 'congregation' of people with shared interests. True unity and function within the body depend not just on spending time together, but on the perfect, internal connection to the Head (Christ). To be an effective member, one must possess both spiritual health (freedom from sin) and power.
27mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
The speaker emphasizes that the truth of God's Word, like a surgeon's knife, can be painful but is necessary to remove sin's cancers from our lives. He stresses that believers must first apply this sharp word to their own sins—such as anger, lust, or greed—before having the authority to speak against them in others. Regarding finding a good church, the speaker argues that no church is perfect, as all contain sinners; instead, one should choose a church that maintains a high standard of preaching the whole truth, much like choosing a hospital with high hygiene standards despite having sick patients.
27mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
The sermon emphasizes that Christians must be faithful in their workplaces by submitting to authority, treating their jobs as service to God, and performing their duties from the heart rather than just to please people. It draws heavily on Ephesians 6, instructing believers to be obedient to their masters and to conduct themselves with integrity, even when they are dissatisfied with their employment or church. The core message is to maintain order and respect in all spheres of life, recognizing that governing authorities are established by God.
27mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
The Holy Spirit builds the Church, the body of Christ, by giving different functions and gifts to its members, just as different parts of a human body work together. The speaker warns against arrogance in ministry, cautioning evangelists against trying to make everyone an evangelist, as every believer has a unique role. True strength comes from recognizing and appreciating the distinct, God-given ministry of every member.
1h 0mCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen · May 26, 2012 · 1h 0m
The sermon emphasizes the analogy of the church being presented to Christ as a virgin. This imagery suggests a pure, undefiled offering that reflects the glory of Christ. The message calls the church to maintain purity and readiness for Christ's return.
58mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Mar 19, 2012 · 58m
The speaker addresses the criticism regarding denominational divisions within Christianity, asserting that the core message remains one. He uses the example of Ephesus from Revelation to illustrate that while a church can maintain sound doctrine and activities, neglecting its initial, passionate love for Christ is a critical failing. He compares this to fresh versus stale bread, emphasizing that the initial love is what truly sustains the work of God.
51mCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen · Jul 9, 2011 · 51m
This sermon focuses on the concept of 'building the house of God,' which metaphorically refers to the believer's life and the church itself. Zac Poonen emphasizes that this building process requires spiritual diligence, adherence to God's will, and a commitment to holiness. The message encourages listeners to actively participate in the spiritual construction of their lives and the body of Christ.
58mCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen · Jul 9, 2011 · 58m
This message appears to be a challenge related to the increasing numbers of people, likely within a spiritual context. Without a transcript, the core message revolves around a call to action or a warning concerning growth or change in numbers.
56mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2011 · 56m
The speaker emphasizes that the New Covenant Church is characterized by purity and unity, drawing an analogy to melting separate pieces of iron in a furnace to form one inseparable body. He argues that the Church, as the Body of Christ, must reflect this oneness and holiness, citing Jesus' prayer in John 17. True spiritual power and building up the Body of Christ come from this purity and unity, not merely from large numbers or outward displays.
58mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Feb 12, 2011 · 58m
The message emphasizes that every believer in the Body of Christ has a unique and necessary function, drawing a contrast between the old covenant (where only the tribe of Levi could be priests) and the new covenant (where everyone is a priest). It warns against complacency, urging believers not just to attend meetings but to actively fulfill their roles, starting with prayer, offering words of encouragement, or showing appreciation, as God does not desire lazy members in His body.
52mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Feb 12, 2011 · 52m
The central message is the necessity of being spiritually ready for Christ's second coming, drawing parallels from the ministry of John the Baptist. The speaker emphasizes that true readiness comes from a heart prepared for God, not just intellectual knowledge of scripture. He concludes by noting that after the New Covenant, God works through the unified body of the Church rather than solely through individual prophets.
59mCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen · Jan 31, 2011 · 59m
This message focuses on the concept of inward holiness as a necessary component for building up the body of Christ. Zac Poonen emphasizes that true spiritual growth comes from cultivating holiness within oneself, which then contributes to the overall health and strength of the church.
57mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Dec 12, 2010 · 57m
The speaker contrasts the atmosphere of heaven with earthly life and current church practices, emphasizing that true heavenly life involves deep fellowship with God. He draws from Isaiah 6 to describe heaven as a place characterized by profound worship, where reverence for God surpasses mere service. The central message is that a truly heavenly life should manifest as worship that exceeds service, unlike superficial religious displays.
6mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2008 · 6m
The speaker argues that loyalty must be to Jesus Christ, not to any specific church body or denomination, including CFC. He emphasizes that denominations are prone to corruption and that the true measure of a church is the genuine love for Christ and the commitment to discipleship. The Lord's presence is not guaranteed by affiliation but by the heart of the people, as illustrated by the differing conditions of the seven churches in Revelation.