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1h 43mControlling Our Tongue | ನಮ್ಮ ನಾಲಿಗೆಯನ್ನು ನಿಯಂತ್ರಿಸುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Apr 22
23mForgive Others As God Forgives Us | ದೇವರು ನಮ್ಮನ್ನು ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿದಂತೆ ನಾವು ಇತರರನ್ನು ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಬೇಕು | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 2
56m8.The Video Tape Of Our Memory | 8.ನಮ್ಮ ನೆನಪಿನ ದೃಶ್ಯ ಸುರುಳಿ (ವೀಡಿಯೋ ಟೇಪ್) | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 30
1h 2m4.The Danger Of Hidden Sins | 4.ರಹಸ್ಯ ಪಾಪಗಳ ಅಪಾಯ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 29
1h 0m3.Sensitivity To Small Things | 3.ಚಿಕ್ಕ ವಿಷಯಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸೂಕ್ಷ್ಮತೆ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 29
2h 7mThe True Grace Of God | ದೇವರ ನಿಜವಾದ ಕೃಪೆ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 6
1h 55mUnderstanding Dead Works | ನಿರ್ಜೀವ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಅರ್ಥಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Oct 11
43mNew-Covenant Fasting | ಹೊಸ ಒಡಂಬಡಿಕೆಯ ಉಪವಾಸ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Sep 15
1h 9mEntering the Life of Victory - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 15
58mDead Works And The New Covenant - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7
52mThe Truth Will Set You Free (Part 2) - ZacPoonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 30
45mThe Truth Will Set You Free (Part 1) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 30
59mWarnings And Challenges To Love God Supremely - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 21
53mYielding Our Body And Its Passions Fully To The Lord - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 20
1h 0mGod Uses The Weak And The Foolish - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 6
39mThe New Covenant Message Proclaimed For Fifty Years - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 22
1h 2mThe Wisdom Of Forgiveness | ಕ್ಷಮಾಪಣೆಯ ಜ್ಞಾನ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 31
1h 10mDangers Of Wealth And Comfort - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 10
55mKnowing The Name Of Jesus | ಯೇಸುವಿನ ನಾಮವನ್ನು ತಿಳಿದುಕೊಳ್ಳುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Nov 28
4m 51sDon't Make Your Belly Your God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 20
59m1.Jesus Did Not Seek His Own | The Real Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 4
1h 4mThe Spirit Of Reality - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 30
58mIdolatry Is To Love The World - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 30
6mEl Video de Nuestra Memoria | The Video of Our Memory | Zac Poonen | Spanish
Zac Poonen · May 20
August 4 | Daily Devotion | The Mark Of New Covenant Blessing Is Not Wealth And Health | Zac Poonen
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.
1h 43mCFC India
Controlling Our Tongue | ನಮ್ಮ ನಾಲಿಗೆಯನ್ನು ನಿಯಂತ್ರಿಸುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Apr 22, 2026 · 1h 43m
The sermon emphasizes the need for balance in all areas of life, warning against neglecting the most important aspects of faith for minor details. Drawing parallels to biblical warnings, the speaker stresses that true spiritual growth involves moving forward in maturity rather than stagnating in past achievements. A major focus is on the need to guard the tongue, as leakage in speech can drain spiritual power and lead to a life burdened by inconsistency.
23mCFC India
Forgive Others As God Forgives Us | ದೇವರು ನಮ್ಮನ್ನು ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಿದಂತೆ ನಾವು ಇತರರನ್ನು ಕ್ಷಮಿಸಬೇಕು | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 2, 2026 · 23m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian devotion must remain focused on Christ, warning against being distracted by worldly attachments, including even one's marriage life. He draws profound lessons from meditating on the cross, realizing that Christ bore the penalty of eternal hell for humanity's sins, not just a temporary suffering. This understanding of Christ's infinite sacrifice leads to a deep love for Him, which in turn empowers the believer to forgive everyone who has caused them pain or hurt throughout their lives.
56mCFC India
8.The Video Tape Of Our Memory | 8.ನಮ್ಮ ನೆನಪಿನ ದೃಶ್ಯ ಸುರುಳಿ (ವೀಡಿಯೋ ಟೇಪ್) | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 30, 2025 · 56m
The sermon emphasizes that God sees the heart, not just outward appearances, referencing scripture passages about judgment. The speaker uses the analogy of a video camera recording everything—thoughts, words, and actions—to illustrate that our entire lives will be recorded and revealed before God. True security comes not from hiding secrets, but from confessing all sins and acknowledging them in the light of Christ's sacrifice, which can then cleanse and remove those sins.
1h 2mCFC India
4.The Danger Of Hidden Sins | 4.ರಹಸ್ಯ ಪಾಪಗಳ ಅಪಾಯ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 29, 2025 · 1h 2m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christianity involves acknowledging sin and recognizing that Jesus died for sinners, not just for Christians. It warns against judging others, as only God has the authority to judge. Furthermore, the speaker cautions against being enslaved by worldly temptations, such as money, and stresses that one cannot serve two masters—God and the world/sin. The core message is to live in constant awareness of one's dependence on Christ's sacrifice.
1h 0mCFC India
3.Sensitivity To Small Things | 3.ಚಿಕ್ಕ ವಿಷಯಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಸೂಕ್ಷ್ಮತೆ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 29, 2025 · 1h 0m
The speaker discusses the misunderstanding of salvation, clarifying that Jesus saves us from sin, not from hell in the future. He emphasizes that our focus should be on the present reality of being saved from sin, as stated in the New Covenant's first promise. Furthermore, he addresses the need for believers to guard their conscience and to rise quickly from sin, comparing falling into sin to tripping over a banana peel or a stone, which happens unexpectedly.
2h 7mCFC India
The True Grace Of God | ದೇವರ ನಿಜವಾದ ಕೃಪೆ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 6, 2025 · 2h 7m
The central message contrasts living by outward appearance versus living by inner truth, drawing from John 1:17. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life requires the inner self to align with the outer life, a reality impossible under the Old Covenant but possible through the grace of Jesus Christ. He warns against hypocrisy, urging believers to confront their inner sinfulness rather than merely performing piety.
1h 55mCFC India
Understanding Dead Works | ನಿರ್ಜೀವ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಅರ್ಥಮಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Oct 11, 2025 · 1h 55m
The sermon distinguishes between merely observing God's works and truly understanding God's ways, noting that the latter is what endures eternally. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus died not only for our sins but also to free us from the system and values of this fallen world. He warns that many Christians are susceptible to worldly temptations, such as the desire for status or leadership, which are forms of worldly glory that can lead to spiritual downfall.
43mCFC India
New-Covenant Fasting | ಹೊಸ ಒಡಂಬಡಿಕೆಯ ಉಪವಾಸ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Sep 15, 2025 · 43m
The sermon emphasizes that fasting should be done for the heart's desire to see God's glory, not for public display. Drawing from Matthew 6, the speaker stresses that God sees the inner disposition, not just outward acts. Furthermore, fasting is presented as a discipline that helps overcome the enslavement to physical desires, both regarding food and sexual intimacy, leading to a life focused on Christ.
1h 9mCFC India
Entering the Life of Victory - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 15, 2025 · 1h 9m
The speaker argues that true victory over sin requires a determined effort to learn to walk, comparing this to a child learning to walk rather than remaining perpetually carried. He posits that a wholehearted disciple should achieve this 'life of victory' in about two years, drawing parallels to the Israelites' original two-year plan after leaving Egypt. He emphasizes that spiritual maturity requires actively engaging with the struggle rather than remaining in a state of perpetual comfort or care.
58mCFC India
Dead Works And The New Covenant - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7, 2025 · 58m
The speaker warns that legalism is the primary hindrance to entering the new covenant, cautioning against falling into the trap of worldliness while simultaneously criticizing the extremes of both. He emphasizes that the Christian life requires walking a very narrow path, which demands constant self-examination and humility. Ultimately, the message stresses that spiritual pride is worse than sin, and believers must judge themselves severely to avoid hypocrisy and judgment at Christ's return.
52mCFC India
The Truth Will Set You Free (Part 2) - ZacPoonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 30, 2025 · 52m
The speaker emphasizes that true freedom comes from knowing the full truth of the Gospel, not just the forgiveness of past sins. He argues that many believers remain trapped in a cycle of sinning and seeking forgiveness because they are unaware that sin cannot rule over them. Citing Romans 6:14, he teaches that believers are under the new covenant of grace, which empowers them to overcome sin's dominion, a reality far exceeding mere forgiveness.
45mCFC India
The Truth Will Set You Free (Part 1) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 30, 2025 · 45m
The central message is that true freedom comes from knowing the full spectrum of truth, which is likened to white light. The speaker draws parallels between the emancipation of slaves and the greater proclamation of freedom through Jesus Christ's sacrifice on Calvary. He emphasizes that believers must study scripture, particularly the full scope of the Gospel, to overcome the bondage of guilt and sin, which Satan attempts to maintain.
59mCFC India
Warnings And Challenges To Love God Supremely - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 21, 2025 · 59m
The sermon warns believers about the danger of their initial fervor for Christ cooling over time, which is evidenced by a diminished seriousness toward sin. The speaker emphasizes that true endurance in love until the end requires actively rejecting the love of the world, as this love is incompatible with the love of the Father. He urges the congregation to guard their hearts against worldly distractions, including sin, lust, and the pursuit of money.
53mCFC India
Yielding Our Body And Its Passions Fully To The Lord - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 20, 2025 · 53m
The sermon uses the Israelites' failure to enter the Promised Land of Canaan as an allegory for believers who fail to overcome sin. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian victory requires yielding the entire body and all its passions to the Lord, just as the body belongs completely to Christ. Failing to surrender one's body and desires to Christ, even while professing faith, is likened to a spiritual prostitution or a marriage where the heart is given but the body is withheld.
1h 0mCFC India
God Uses The Weak And The Foolish - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 6, 2025 · 1h 0m
The speaker advises young people to take the Christian life seriously early, warning that true spiritual growth requires more than initial zeal. He strongly cautions against hypocrisy, calling it the biggest sin in all denominations, and warns that seeking the honor of man is a form of idolatry. Ultimately, he urges listeners to be honest with God and reject the need to impress others with outward piety.
39mCFC India
The New Covenant Message Proclaimed For Fifty Years - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 22, 2025 · 39m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life involves moving beyond merely acknowledging Jesus' presence to actively following Him, contrasting this with superficial religious displays. He draws parallels from Isaiah 43, arguing that Christians must move from the 'wilderness' of sin and complacency into the 'land of Canaan'—a life of victory achieved by overcoming specific sins like lust and anger. The core message is that God makes a new way, requiring believers to confess their brokenness and press on to perfection by confronting these primary sins.
1h 2mCFC India
The Wisdom Of Forgiveness | ಕ್ಷಮಾಪಣೆಯ ಜ್ಞಾನ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 31, 2024 · 1h 2m
The sermon emphasizes that God seeks the lost and calls sinners to repentance, rather than only seeking the righteous. True repentance requires a daily turning away from sin, not just a one-time conversion experience. Furthermore, Jesus's ministry shows that he ministered to those considered 'sick' or spiritually needy, not just those who felt healthy. The core message is that we must continually seek God and forgive others, as God does not condemn those who confess their sins.
1h 10mCFC India
Dangers Of Wealth And Comfort - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 10, 2024 · 1h 10m
The speaker emphasizes that human life is sustained not by material comfort or abundance, but by the Word of God. Drawing from Deuteronomy 8, he explains that God uses periods of hardship, like the wilderness, to humble us and test our commitment to His commandments. The ultimate lesson is that we must continually draw spiritual sustenance from scripture to avoid becoming complacent or forgetting God's teachings when prosperity arrives.
55mCFC India
Knowing The Name Of Jesus | ಯೇಸುವಿನ ನಾಮವನ್ನು ತಿಳಿದುಕೊಳ್ಳುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Nov 28, 2024 · 55m
The sermon emphasizes that true understanding of Jesus' name involves grasping the difference between being forgiven and being saved. The speaker draws from Psalm 91 to teach that honoring God requires knowing His name, which signifies protection and deliverance from sin, not just forgiveness. He urges listeners to meditate on how much Jesus suffered and how many sins they have committed to truly love God.
4m 51sCFC India
Don't Make Your Belly Your God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 20, 2024 · 4m 51s
The speaker warns against making earthly pleasures, specifically food, an idol in our lives. Drawing from Philippians 3:18-19, he argues that those who prioritize their stomachs and worldly desires over Christ are enemies of the Cross. True discipline, even in eating habits, requires repentance and ensuring that nothing becomes an object of worship or ultimate devotion.
59mCFC India
1.Jesus Did Not Seek His Own | The Real Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 4, 2024 · 59m
The central message is a warning against accepting a counterfeit version of Jesus, arguing that the devil deceives people by presenting a Jesus that deviates from the biblical standard. The speaker emphasizes that true Christianity requires a return to the simplicity and purity found in the real Jesus, contrasting this with worldly desires for a Jesus who permits a comfortable life. Following Jesus demands radical commitment, including hating one's own life and forsaking possessions.
1h 4mCFC India
The Spirit Of Reality - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 30, 2024 · 1h 4m
The speaker emphasizes that true grace is not merely God overlooking sin, but the power enabling believers to overcome deep-seated sins like lust and anger. He distinguishes between the Old Covenant and the New Covenant, arguing that Jesus brought 'truth'—which means reality—allowing believers to live truthfully in their innermost being. Ultimately, he stresses that genuine faith requires reading the Bible directly rather than relying on tradition or cultural influences.
58mCFC India
Idolatry Is To Love The World - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 30, 2024 · 58m
The central message is that 'worshipping the world' is the New Testament equivalent of idolatry. The speaker warns against being double-minded, which is characterized by trying to get the best of both worlds—wanting heaven while still clinging to worldly desires. True commitment requires a clear-cut choice for Christ, rejecting the world's influence entirely.
6mCFC India
El Video de Nuestra Memoria | The Video of Our Memory | Zac Poonen | Spanish
Zac Poonen · May 20, 2024 · 6m
The sermon uses the analogy of a video recording to illustrate that God will judge every person based on a perfect record of their entire life—thoughts, words, and secret motives. It emphasizes that external piety or good deeds cannot erase this record, as all have sinned. Salvation, therefore, is only possible through repentance and accepting the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ, whose death and resurrection provide the only means to have sins erased before God.