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28mZac Poonen · Jul 30
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6mZac Poonen · Jul 17
45mZac Poonen · Jul 14
24mZac Poonen · Jul 14
13mZac Poonen · Jun 17
19mZac Poonen · May 15
10mZac Poonen · May 7
49mZac Poonen · May 2
31mZac Poonen · Apr 23
51mZac Poonen · Apr 6
48mSantosh Poonen · Mar 31
18mZac Poonen · Mar 31
1h 11mSantosh Poonen · Mar 20
30mSunil Poonen · Feb 25
59mSanjay Poonen · Jan 28
1h 3mSanjay Poonen · Jan 23
58mZac Poonen · Dec 30
11mZac Poonen · Dec 26
20mZac Poonen · Nov 17
12mZac Poonen · Nov 17
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Repentance is the defining mark of a truly born-again Christian. Without genuine repentance—a turning away from sin with changed behavior—one's claim to conversion is hollow and superficial.
28mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 30, 2026 · 28m
The message emphasizes that the most valuable truths of God are often hidden, requiring believers to dig deeply into scripture rather than remaining on superficial understanding. True spirituality involves a deep desire for God's Word and relationship with Him, like a deer panting for streams of water. The speaker urges listeners to pursue knowledge diligently, as those who actively seek it will receive rewards.
15mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 30, 2026 · 15m
The central message is that true spiritual depth requires diligently searching into the hidden truths of Scripture, much like mining for gold. Superficial understanding leads to falling away, whereas deep study fosters a profound relationship with God. The speaker emphasizes moving beyond mere intellectual knowledge to allow the Word to penetrate and divide between the soul (mind/feelings) and the spirit.
19mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 17, 2026 · 19m
The speaker urges believers to maintain spiritual diligence by examining their inward life, comparing it to the care taken for physical wounds. He emphasizes that true understanding of scripture and God's word comes from personal faithfulness, not merely attending services or listening to others. The core message identifies three 'true riches'—likeness to Christ, the anointing of the Holy Spirit, and revelation on scripture—which are attained through faithfulness, even in handling material wealth.
10mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 17, 2026 · 10m
The sermon emphasizes adopting a servant-hearted attitude when gathered together, drawing lessons from the disciples arguing over who was greatest at the Last Supper. Instead of judging or competing, believers should emulate Christ's example by serving one another and showing patience with imperfections. Ultimately, this requires having faith in each other's potential for growth toward unity in God's kingdom.
10mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 17, 2026 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes that when singing, understanding the meaning of the song is far more important than vocal quality or musical arrangement. He cautions against spiritual complacency, comparing it to signing legal documents without careful reading. The core message urges the congregation to wake up spiritually and strive for excellence in their faith life, recognizing God's greater plans for them.
6mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 17, 2026 · 6m
The speaker emphasizes that genuine worship requires more than just singing notes; it demands heartfelt meaning behind every word sung. He warns against spiritual complacency, comparing believers who take God lightly to those satisfied with mediocre performance rather than striving for their full potential in Christ. Ultimately, the message is a challenge to wake up spiritually and strive for greater devotion.
45mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 14, 2026 · 45m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian life requires active commitment and self-giving to the body of Christ, drawing parallels between physical anatomy and church membership. The speaker warns against spiritual selfishness ('स्वार्थತೆ'), noting that merely receiving from the local church without contributing or committing oneself is insufficient. True discipleship involves daily denial of self and actively participating in the body's life.
24mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 14, 2026 · 24m
The speaker uses the breaking of bread as a symbol for commitment to the Body of Christ, emphasizing that true membership requires active participation, not just receiving benefits. He warns against spiritual passivity, comparing inactive members to paralyzed body parts that burden others. Ultimately, he encourages believers to assess their contributions by asking what they have done for the church, drawing inspiration from the woman who poured out expensive ointment.
13mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 17, 2026 · 13m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christian life is not found in religious institutions, titles, or traditions, but in a genuine, transforming life from Christ—the 'living life.' It warns against materialism and the pursuit of earthly status within the church, urging believers to prioritize personal devotion over mere adherence to ritual. The core message calls for a return to radical discipleship modeled after Jesus's humility and willingness to sacrifice everything.
19mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 15, 2026 · 19m
Zac Poonen urges Christians to live simply, avoid debt, and be faithful with money as a prerequisite for God's anointing. Drawing from his own marriage, he shares how he and his wife lived frugally—standing in ration queues, reusing items, refusing credit card debt—to stay free from financial bondage, warning that carelessness with money forfeits the true riches of revelation and the Holy Spirit's anointing. He calls couples to work together financially, care for the poor, and reject the devil's tactic of comparison with those who have more.
10mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 7, 2026 · 10m
A dramatic AI-reenactment recounting how Zac Poonen's 1982-1983 ministry trips to Madras, Madurai, and Tuticorin led to the founding of CFC (Christian Fellowship Church) in Tamil Nadu. Through preaching on the Sermon on the Mount, the dangers of unbiblical titles and the love of money, and the New Testament pattern of church life, a group of young believers was convicted to leave their denomination and gather as a simple New Testament-style church. The story emphasizes that the work grew not through human strategy but through obedient following of God's leading.
49mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 2, 2026 · 49m
Zac Poonen calls believers to enter the new year with a disciplined life, noting that God has given a spirit of power, love, and discipline (2 Timothy 1:7) rather than fear or laziness. He focuses on two key areas requiring discipline: the use of time—urging believers to redeem it (Ephesians 5:15-16) by, for example, spending 15 minutes daily in Scripture study—and the use of money, exhorting faithful stewardship, avoiding waste, staying out of unnecessary debt, and living within one's means as a test of faithfulness that opens the way to true spiritual riches.
31mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Apr 23, 2026 · 31m
The speaker urges listeners to evaluate their lives as the new year approaches, emphasizing that spiritual growth requires discipline, not just reading the Bible or feeling the Holy Spirit. He stresses that time is the most valuable, non-renewable resource, urging believers to be wise with their 24 hours each day. The central message is to make the most of the time God has given, as wasting it is something even God cannot restore.
51mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Apr 6, 2026 · 51m
The speaker shares his personal journey of Christian growth, contrasting his early, fluctuating spiritual life with the biblical ideal of a life that shines brighter and brighter like the dawn. He emphasizes that true spiritual growth requires hitting 'rock bottom'—a point of deep inner failure—before God can lift us up. The culmination of this process for him was receiving the baptism in the Holy Spirit, after which his life began a consistent upward trajectory, fulfilling the promise of Proverbs 4:18.
48mCFC India
Santosh Poonen · Mar 31, 2026 · 48m
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.
18mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2026 · 18m
The sermon emphasizes that a husband must first understand his wife's inherent weakness and limitations, recognizing that she is a 'weak vessel.' This understanding is crucial because marital discord can become a significant obstacle to prayer life. Furthermore, husbands must treat their wives with respect, acknowledging that while they are subordinate, they are also partners with a level of equality in the covenant relationship, and they must actively praise their wives for their genuine virtues.
1h 11mCFC India
Santosh Poonen · Mar 20, 2026 · 1h 11m
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.
30mCFC India
Sunil Poonen · Feb 25, 2026 · 30m
The speaker emphasizes the vital importance of submitting to godly authority, drawing personal examples of past conflict and realizing the wisdom in obedience. He warns that the greatest danger in the last days is not external turmoil, but the internal war against self-will, leading to a mere 'form of godliness.' True freedom and rest are found by taking Jesus' yoke, which requires learning humility and submission to God's established authority.
59mCFC India
Sanjay Poonen · Jan 28, 2026 · 59m
The speaker encourages the audience to approach the new year with a focus on spiritual disciplines rather than worldly resolutions. He emphasizes that life's ultimate measure is faithfulness, not worldly accomplishments, and that believers must run the Christian race with endurance. The central message is to prioritize building a solid inner life—personal, family, and church life—as the foundation for all other areas.
1h 3mCFC India
Sanjay Poonen · Jan 23, 2026 · 1h 3m
The speaker addresses questions regarding maintaining Christian convictions in professional settings, advising that participation should be limited to actions that do not compromise one's faith, such as simply greeting colleagues. For discouragement from academic or professional setbacks, he encourages perseverance, reminding listeners that their citizenship is in heaven and suggesting that learning with others, like 'iron sharpening iron,' is beneficial. Finally, he advises that networking skills can be developed through practice, such as sharing testimonies at church fellowships.
58mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Dec 30, 2025 · 58m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian parenting requires spiritual maturity, starting with being filled with the Holy Spirit, as this foundation improves one's family life first. Key teachings include honoring parents while remaining obedient to God, and the importance of raising children through consistent teaching and gentle guidance rather than harsh discipline or anger. Parents must prioritize loving their children over material possessions.
11mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Dec 26, 2025 · 11m
The central message is that while being factually correct is not inherently wrong, adopting an attitude of superiority over others, even when you are right, breaks your fellowship with God. True Christian living requires humility, giving all credit for good qualities to God, and loving one's neighbor as oneself, even when they are wrong. The speaker emphasizes that love does not rejoice in unrighteousness, and we must always approach others with respect, remembering our shared status as creatures before God.
20mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2025 · 20m
The sermon emphasizes that God rewards small acts of service, drawing parallels from the Old Testament accounts of Joshua and Moses, and the principle of sowing and reaping. The speaker urges the congregation not to wait for grand miracles or prophets, but instead to focus on simple acts of kindness, such as helping a child cross the road or giving a small gift, as these small deeds are seen and rewarded by God.
12mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2025 · 12m
The sermon emphasizes that God rewards small, humble acts of service, drawing parallels from the Old Testament accounts of Bezalel and the support given to Moses during battle. The speaker encourages the congregation to focus on these simple acts—like holding up a hand in prayer or helping a child—rather than seeking recognition for grand feats. Ultimately, the message urges believers to persevere in doing good works, knowing that sowing to the Spirit yields eternal life, as stated in Galatians 6:8-10.