Intimacy With Jesus Outside The Camp - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Apr 30, 2016 · 1h 10m · CFC India

The speaker discusses the unique message of the Christian life, contrasting it with mere forgiveness of sins or even the pursuit of victory over sin. He argues that the ultimate goal is not simply overcoming personal struggles, but recognizing that Jesus is the Savior, not just the forgiver. He warns that focusing on personal victory can lead to spiritual pride and missing the true destination of discipleship.

The True Circumcision of the New Covenant - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Apr 28, 2021 · 1h 4m · CFC India

God Has Prepared - A Life Of Rest For You - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Sep 29, 2023 · 56m · CFC India

8.Ambassadors - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Feb 21, 2014 · 26m · CFC India

The sermon emphasizes that Christians must move beyond being superficial, 'cardboard cutouts' to become 'three-dimensional' believers. This depth is achieved by diligently cultivating faith, hope, and love, which build like a crescendo. By actively pursuing these virtues, believers will serve God's purpose in their generation and achieve an abundant entrance into the eternal kingdom.

Five Choices To Make | Choice 3 : Choose Obedience | విధేయతను ఎంచుకొనుము | Santosh Poonen | Telugu

Santosh Poonen · Apr 27, 2021 · 11m · CFC India

The sermon focuses on the importance of making specific choices in life, with this segment emphasizing the choice of obedience. The speaker encourages the audience to actively choose to obey God's will in their daily lives.

The Congregation, The Club And The Church - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Aug 22, 2018 · 58m · CFC India

The speaker emphasizes that building the church requires a radical, sacrificial commitment, likened to shedding every layer of the 'old wineskin.' True Christian life, according to the speaker, must be rooted first in an unadulterated love and obedience to the Father. This foundational relationship with God (the vertical beam of the cross) must precede and motivate all love for people or ministry (the horizontal beam).

A Well Springing Up to Eternal Life - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · May 31, 2021 · 40m · CFC India

The speaker shares his testimony of how God's grace has sustained him through failures and detours, leading to a purified devotion to Jesus alone. He emphasizes the importance of being deeply rooted and grounded in Christ through obedience, referencing Ephesians 3:17. Furthermore, he stresses the principle of submitting to spiritual authority and the necessity of Christ being the sole leader in the church.

How Jesus Pleased The Father As A Young Person - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Jun 26, 2024 · 1h 8m · CFC India

The speaker encourages young people by emphasizing that God has a specific, beautiful plan for each individual life, countering the temptation to compare oneself to others. He uses Jesus's life—which involved living through childhood, youth, and adulthood—as the ultimate example for believers to follow. The core message is to move forward in faith, remembering that God has chosen you with a divine purpose.

Five Choices To Make | Choice 2: Choose Humility | चुनाव २: नम्रता को चुनो | Santosh Poonen | Hindi

Santosh Poonen · Mar 10, 2021 · 12m · CFC India

The sermon emphasizes choosing humility as a vital step in the Christian journey, contrasting it with worldly values like success, beauty, and wealth. The speaker draws from scripture, noting that Jesus taught that the blessed are those who are humble in spirit, and that humility is the key that unlocks the kingdom of heaven. True humility means recognizing that all our abilities and possessions come from God, and it is the foundation for receiving God's grace and power.

Come, Lord Jesus - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Aug 31, 2023 · 24m · CFC India

The speaker reflects on the enduring essence of his church community (CFC), noting that while physical aspects have changed, the core truth remains constant. He emphasizes that spiritual growth, or reaching greater heights, comes from allowing the foundational truths heard from the beginning to abide in one's heart. Ultimately, he stresses that eternity is the only thing that truly matters, urging the congregation to fix their focus on Jesus.

Realizing Our True Purpose | 5. The Journey To Our Destination | Santosh Poonen | Kannada

Santosh Poonen · Jun 26, 2024 · 19m · CFC India

The sermon emphasizes that life is a test, and while we cannot earn salvation through our own efforts, we must accept Christ's perfect life and sacrifice. True living involves recognizing our total helplessness and relying on the Holy Spirit's strength. The core message is to live life by focusing on God's will, serving others with justice, compassion, and humility, understanding that earthly achievements are temporary.

God Makes Every Moment Have Eternal Value - Santosh Poonen (Brothers Meeting)

Santosh Poonen · Mar 31, 2026 · 48m · CFC India

The speaker emphasizes that eternal reward is not determined by outward ministry or visible achievements, but by faithfully doing the will of the Father. He encourages the audience to run their Christian lives with a clear aim, using the analogy of boxing with a target rather than just beating the air. True discipline involves mastering one's body, finances, time, and desires to ensure one is not disqualified.

Following Jesus' Perfect Faith - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Jan 7, 2015 · 40m · CFC India

The speaker emphasizes that God prepares believers for ministry through testing in private settings, specifically at home and work, rather than just on Sunday. He draws from 2 Timothy 2:2, stressing that passing on the gospel requires entrusting it to men who are not only faithful but also full of faith. Ultimately, the message is that true faith is cultivated through brokenness, drawing parallels to Isaiah 53 to counter the devil's narrative that suffering means God is against us.

Realizing Our True Purpose | 5.The Journey to Our Destination | Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Sep 15, 2023 · 10m · CFC India

The central message is that life on Earth is an 'entrance exam' for eternity, which can only be passed by accepting Jesus's perfect life and resurrection. Believers must rely on the Holy Spirit's power to do God's will in all aspects of life, remembering that worldly achievements are temporary. True living involves being kind, merciful, and humble, all while trusting that God will work all circumstances together for good.

Why Young People Are So Valuable In The Church - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Mar 20, 2025 · 30m · CFC India

The speaker emphasizes the immense value of young people to the church, citing examples like Jesus, Paul, Joseph, and Daniel to illustrate that God uses believers throughout their lives. He urges young people to dedicate their prime years—when passions for success, desire, and comfort are strongest—to the Lord, as these early decisions determine the course of life and bring great strength to the church.

Five Choices To Make | Choice 3 : Choose Obedience | आज्ञाकारिता को चुनो | Santosh Poonen | Hindi

Santosh Poonen · Mar 10, 2021 · 11m · CFC India

The sermon emphasizes that obedience is a crucial choice in life, contrasting human free will with the natural laws of creation. The speaker uses the analogy of a pilot guiding blind children to illustrate that following God's commands, especially through the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the Bible, is essential for navigating life's uncertainties. He stresses that obedience starts early, from respecting parents and teachers, and that the Bible is the living Word through which God speaks to us.

Laying A God-Fearing Foundation - Santosh Poonen (Youth Meeting)

Santosh Poonen · Sep 7, 2025 · 48m · CFC India

The central message is that a person's life is pre-planned by God, starting before the world was created, and the ultimate destination is to be conformed to the image of Jesus. The speaker encourages the audience to build their lives on this truth by believing Romans 8:29, trusting that God works all circumstances, even struggles, together for good (Romans 8:28).

Choice 5 :Choose to be a Christ Like Example | క్రీస్తును పోలిన మాదిరిని ఎంచుకొనుము | Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Apr 27, 2021 · 12m · CFC India

The sermon encourages the audience to make a conscious choice to emulate Christ in their daily lives. The central message revolves around actively choosing to reflect Christ's character and example in all aspects of life. This choice requires intentional effort and commitment.

Five Choices To Make | CHOICE: 2. Choose Humility - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Jan 12, 2021 · 12m · CFC India

The central message is that humility is the most crucial choice for receiving God's blessing and the kingdom of heaven. Humility, which is an internal mindset recognizing that all possessions and achievements are gifts from God, is exemplified by Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that worldly values like wealth, fame, and success are ultimately 'zeros,' and placing Jesus first in one's life is what gives everything true, eternal value.

CHOICE 2- Choose Humility | തിരഞ്ഞെടുപ്പ് 2- താഴ്‌മ തിരഞ്ഞെടുക്കുക | Santosh Poonen | Malayalam

Santosh Poonen · Jan 12, 2021 · 12m · CFC India

The sermon emphasizes that humility is a crucial choice for a blessed life, drawing parallels to choosing Jesus Christ as the ultimate model. The speaker explains that true humility, which is an internal disposition rather than an outward action, is what allows one to access God's blessings and the Kingdom of Heaven. He concludes by asserting that worldly achievements—wealth, beauty, status, or academic success—are ultimately worthless compared to the grace received through humility.

Five Choices To Make | CHOICE: 1. Choose Christ - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Jan 12, 2021 · 9m · CFC India

The sermon encourages the audience to make conscious choices in their lives, emphasizing the critical decision to choose Christ. It suggests that making this choice is foundational to a right relationship with God and living a life pleasing to Him.

Following Christ's Example In Submission - Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Mar 20, 2026 · 1h 11m · CFC India

The speaker encourages the congregation to reflect on their personal spiritual growth, drawing parallels between the Israelites in Judges 2 and the current church body. He emphasizes that knowing the Lord and recognizing the work God has done for the church is an individual responsibility, not a collective one. The message warns against forgetting God's work and falling into the trap of worshipping 'money' rather than God.

Five Choices To Make | Choice 2: Choose Humility | దీనత్వమును ఎంచుకొనుము | Santosh Poonen | Telugu

Santosh Poonen · Apr 27, 2021 · 12m · CFC India

The sermon emphasizes the importance of choosing humility as one of five life choices. While the transcript is largely incoherent, the title and context point to a message encouraging the congregation to adopt a humble disposition in their lives.

Realizing Our True Purpose | 4.God's Power in Us | Santosh Poonen

Santosh Poonen · Sep 15, 2023 · 10m · CFC India

The central message is that true Christian life requires more than just forgiveness; it demands a transformation to resist the attraction of sin, which is the root problem of the soul. This transformation is achieved not through personal effort, but through the power of the Holy Spirit dwelling within, enabling believers to live as Christ lives through them. Furthermore, believers are called to persevere through failure, get back up, and use the Bible to grow while sharing the good news with others.