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30mRLCF Praise Live - December 23, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 24
9mAbout the Book: The Congregation, The Club, and the Church - Santosh Poonen - December 16, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Dec 17
42mThe Church: One House Against a Large Enemy - Santosh Poonen - December 2, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Dec 3
22mRLCF Praise Live - November 25, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Nov 27
34mThe Church: A House Built by God, Not By Man - Santosh Poonen - November 18, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Nov 19
40mHow God's House Becomes a Den of Thieves - Santosh Poonen - November 4, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Nov 5
12mAppointment of Elders -- Ajay Chakravarthy and Olu Talabi -- August 5, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 30
27mRLCF Praise Live - October 28, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 30
34mBe On Guard - Ajay Chakravarthy - October 28, 2018
Ajay Chakravarthy · Oct 30
29mRLCF Praise Live - September 30, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 29
27mRLCF Praise Live - October 14, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 29
42mDo Not Despise the Day of Small Beginnings - Santosh Poonen - October 7, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Oct 8
13mWords of Encouragement - Olu Talabi, David Lane - September 23, 2018
Olu Talabi · Sep 24
30mNew Covenant Eldership - Zac Poonen - August 5, 2018
Zac Poonen · Aug 7
1h 3mDo Your Part to Build Christ's Body - Zac Poonen - May 30, 2018
Zac Poonen · May 31
43mA Tower of Good Works - Santosh Poonen - April 29, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Apr 30
46mBeing Your Brother's Keeper - Santosh Poonen - January 21, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Jan 22
45mKeep Yourselves in the Love of God - Santosh Poonen - December 31, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Jan 1
52mThe Church: Preparing the Way for Christ - Santosh Poonen - October 8, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Oct 9
59mThe Compromise of Korah - Santosh Poonen - August 5, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 20
57mThe Compromise of Balaam - Santosh Poonen - August 2, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 11
1h 12mThe Church: A Testimony to Satan - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2017
Zac Poonen · Jun 10
1h 6mQuestions & Answers - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2017
Zac Poonen · Jun 10
1h 2mBeing a Church that Seeks God's Best - Zac Poonen & Santosh Poonen - March 26, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Mar 27
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.
30mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingRLCF Praise Live - December 23, 2018
CFC Messages · Dec 24, 2018 · 30m
This video appears to be a live worship service recording from River of Life Christian Fellowship. Without a transcript, the summary focuses on the context of a praise event, suggesting a time of corporate worship and praise.
9mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
About the Book: The Congregation, The Club, and the Church - Santosh Poonen - December 16, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Dec 17, 2018 · 9m
The speaker discusses a new book contrasting the 'Church' with the 'Congregation' and the 'Club,' emphasizing that the true Church is distinct from mere imitations. He stresses that true fellowship and devotion must be rooted in Christ, requiring sacrifices that cost us something, as this is what God values. The ultimate goal is to maintain an unshakable foundation of true fellowship built solely on devotion to Jesus Christ.
42mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Church: One House Against a Large Enemy - Santosh Poonen - December 2, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Dec 3, 2018 · 42m
The message emphasizes that the Christian life requires making clear spiritual distinctions, citing the Word of God's power to divide. Drawing from Revelation 3, the speaker stresses that believers must strive to be 'overcomers' to share in eternal life with Christ on His throne. Ultimately, true victory is found not in earthly possessions or status, but in overcoming sin and embracing the authority granted through Christ.
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingRLCF Praise Live - November 25, 2018
CFC Messages · Nov 27, 2018 · 22m
This video appears to be a live worship service recording from River of Life Christian Fellowship. Without a transcript, the content is limited to general praise and worship, focusing on corporate Christian gathering.
34mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Church: A House Built by God, Not By Man - Santosh Poonen - November 18, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Nov 19, 2018 · 34m
The sermon emphasizes that a true house of prayer, or church, is built by God, not by human effort or marketing. Drawing from Isaiah 56, the speaker highlights that God is the one who gathers people to Himself, contrasting this divine work with man's attempts to build a congregation through worldly means. Ultimately, the message calls the church to rely entirely on Christ, as stated in John 6:37, trusting that all whom the Father gives will come to Him.
40mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
How God's House Becomes a Den of Thieves - Santosh Poonen - November 4, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Nov 5, 2018 · 40m
The sermon contrasts the true 'House of Prayer' with a 'den of thieves,' arguing that genuine unity and spiritual life are found only through union with the Lord at the throne of Jesus. The speaker warns that earthly relationships or church gatherings, if not rooted in this divine connection, are vulnerable to the devil's deception. He further distinguishes between sin-slavery (captivity in Egypt) and soulless religiosity (captivity in Babylon), urging believers to stand firm in truth like Daniel.
12mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Appointment of Elders -- Ajay Chakravarthy and Olu Talabi -- August 5, 2018
CFC Messages · Oct 30, 2018 · 12m
The speaker emphasizes that Christian life is a continuous race requiring constant effort, warning against the danger of complacency after initial conversion or milestones like baptism. He stresses that believers must remain fervent, living out a hidden life of Christ's example until the end. The service concluded with prayers for the newly appointed elders, asking God to fill them with the Holy Spirit, grace, and wisdom to lead the church in godliness and to discern truth.
27mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingRLCF Praise Live - October 28, 2018
CFC Messages · Oct 30, 2018 · 27m
This video appears to be a live worship service from River of Life Christian Fellowship. Without a transcript, the summary is limited to noting that it is a recording of their praise service from October 28, 2018.
34mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Be On Guard - Ajay Chakravarthy - October 28, 2018
Ajay Chakravarthy · Oct 30, 2018 · 34m
The sermon emphasizes the seriousness of being a stumbling block to new or immature believers, citing passages from Luke 17 and Matthew 18. The speaker urges the audience to be on guard both against becoming stumbling blocks themselves and against being affected by them. He uses an analogy of wild versus tamed animals to illustrate the need for spiritual caution regarding subtle dangers.
29mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingRLCF Praise Live - September 30, 2018
CFC Messages · Oct 29, 2018 · 29m
This video appears to be a live worship service from River of Life Christian Fellowship. Without a transcript or specific sermon content, the summary focuses on the event's nature as a praise gathering.
27mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingRLCF Praise Live - October 14, 2018
CFC Messages · Oct 29, 2018 · 27m
This video appears to be a live worship service from River of Life Christian Fellowship. Without a transcript, the summary is limited to noting that it is a recording of their praise service from October 14, 2018.
42mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Do Not Despise the Day of Small Beginnings - Santosh Poonen - October 7, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Oct 8, 2018 · 42m
The speaker encourages the congregation to take the memory verses seriously, emphasizing that the 'glory' Jesus speaks of in John 17:22 is manifested in unity within marriage, family, and the local church. He draws a parallel to the grain of wheat, teaching that true spiritual fruitfulness requires the individual to 'die' to their current circumstances, looking instead to the ultimate vision of harvest rather than the small, immediate struggles. The message concludes by urging the listeners to fix their eyes on God's grand purpose, even when facing seemingly hopeless situations.
13mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi, David Lane - September 23, 2018
Olu Talabi · Sep 24, 2018 · 13m
The central message is that the Church must strive for oneness, mirroring the unity Jesus prayed for in John 17. The speaker emphasizes that this unity is the testimony by which the world will believe that God sent Jesus. Despite current divisions and struggles, the work of Christ continues, and believers must remain steadfast, looking to Jesus as the author and finisher of their faith.
30mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
New Covenant Eldership - Zac Poonen - August 5, 2018
Zac Poonen · Aug 7, 2018 · 30m
The speaker argues that the Old Covenant was abolished because God's ultimate plan required the Holy Spirit to dwell in man, which was impossible due to sin. He emphasizes that sin requires a definitive price, which Jesus paid on the cross. The New Covenant shifts the relationship from a governmental one to a familial one, where the church functions as the 'body of Christ'—a family where Christ is the head, requiring the cooperation of all members because no single human can perfectly manifest the glory of God.
1h 3mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Do Your Part to Build Christ's Body - Zac Poonen - May 30, 2018
Zac Poonen · May 31, 2018 · 1h 3m
The sermon emphasizes the need for believers to maintain diligence and zeal in their Christian walk, warning against spiritual sluggishness. The speaker draws a parallel between the Old Covenant, where work was concentrated among a few leaders, and the New Covenant, where every member is called to function actively as a body. True contribution is defined not merely by practical or financial service, but by a spiritual offering—a manifestation of the Holy Spirit for the common good.
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Tower of Good Works - Santosh Poonen - April 29, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Apr 30, 2018 · 43m
The speaker emphasizes that the church should function as a family, not an organization focused on performance or impressing people. The core goal must always be to exalt Jesus Christ, ensuring that all activities, including music and service, are offered purely to God without seeking personal glory. True service involves offering what is pure and untouched by self-promotion, allowing the Lord to be glorified through the collective body.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Being Your Brother's Keeper - Santosh Poonen - January 21, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Jan 22, 2018 · 46m
The central message is that true obedience and love for God must originate from God Himself, not merely from human effort or sincerity. The speaker emphasizes that while we strive to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind, the New Covenant requires God to direct our hearts into that love. He urges the congregation to pray for the Word of God to be glorified and for the church to maintain a high standard of spiritual seriousness.
45mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Keep Yourselves in the Love of God - Santosh Poonen - December 31, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Jan 1, 2018 · 45m
The sermon emphasizes that the church's purpose is to save the lost, echoing Jesus' declaration that he came to save what was lost. It stresses that true Christian love, as described in 1 Corinthians 13, is the essential characteristic, and this love must guide how believers confront sin in their community. Ultimately, the church must maintain a burden for the lost world around them, recognizing that God's joy is greatest over the one who returns.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Church: Preparing the Way for Christ - Santosh Poonen - October 8, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Oct 9, 2017 · 52m
The sermon emphasizes that the Church is the body of Christ, connected to Jesus Christ, and that the focus in the New Covenant is on this unified body rather than individual leaders. The speaker draws parallels between the Old Covenant's physical focus and the New Covenant's spiritual reality, using the Holy Spirit's work—likened to the wind in John 3—to illustrate the necessary 'disorganization' or divine leading that moves beyond human planning. The ultimate goal is to understand the unity of the body in Christ.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Compromise of Korah - Santosh Poonen - August 5, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 20, 2017 · 59m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian life involves being fully integrated into the body of Christ, rather than maintaining an independent connection to Christ alone. The speaker warns against the deception of thinking one can be special in heaven by resembling Jesus, stressing that the body's unity is what reflects Christ. Furthermore, he discusses that spiritual growth requires embracing brokenness, contrasting this with the sin of compromise, exemplified by Korah's rebellion.
57mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Compromise of Balaam - Santosh Poonen - August 2, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 11, 2017 · 57m
The speaker contrasts the Old Covenant ministry with the New Covenant ministry, emphasizing that true discipleship involves inviting people to see the reality of one's life, not just hearing sermons. He argues that the focus of the church should be on the life lived outside the building—in the home and in private thoughts—as this is the true
1h 12mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Church: A Testimony to Satan - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2017
Zac Poonen · Jun 10, 2017 · 1h 12m
The speaker emphasizes that Christian mission work should not be based on human need but on the absolute authority given to Jesus Christ in heaven and on earth. He argues that believers should live under the total authority of God, focusing solely on fulfilling the divine will rather than seeking personal honor or material gain. The ultimate goal is to complete the work God has planned for each individual.
1h 6mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Questions & Answers - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2017
Zac Poonen · Jun 10, 2017 · 1h 6m
The speaker addresses how to grow in faith, emphasizing that since faith is a gift, it must be nurtured by hearing and meditating on the Word of Christ, not just reading it. He also discusses submission to elders, noting that true authority in the New Covenant is accepted from beneath, primarily concerning church matters. Finally, he advises that closeness to others should be based on a spiritual link established by God, not on worldly grounds.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Being a Church that Seeks God's Best - Zac Poonen & Santosh Poonen - March 26, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Mar 27, 2017 · 1h 2m
The central message is that a truly effective and meaningful life, whether for an individual, marriage, or church, is characterized by never pleasing oneself. This requires a deep commitment to seeking God's highest will, echoing the purpose of Christ's death. The speaker urges the congregation to examine their own motivations to ensure their actions are for God's glory rather than self-promotion or defense.