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1h 2mSession 6: Jesus Disarmed Satan - Zac Poonen - September 13, 2014
Zac Poonen · Sep 14
58mSession 11: One Whose Faith Works by Love - Zac Poonen - May 25, 2014
Zac Poonen · May 25
57mSession 10: One Who Lives a Sacrificial Life - Zac Poonen - May 24, 2014
Zac Poonen · May 25
54mAnything More Than Yes or No is of the Evil One - Santosh Poonen - April 20, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Apr 20
1h 3mA People Who Judge Themselves - Zac Poonen - December 11, 2013
Zac Poonen · Dec 12
1h 3mSeeking God's Glory and the Good of Others - Zac Poonen - June 29, 2013
Zac Poonen · Jul 1
50mThe Crown of Righteousness - Santosh Poonen - April 7, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Apr 8
53mThe Deception of Form Without Power - Santosh Poonen - November 18, 2012
Santosh Poonen · Nov 19
August 5 | Daily Devotion | Idolatry Is Spiritual Adultery | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Zac Poonen teaches that idolatry constitutes spiritual adultery against God, drawing a parallel between unfaithfulness in marriage and unfaithfulness in our devotion to God. The message calls believers to recognize idolatry in their lives and turn from it in repentance to restore their relationship with God.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Session 6: Jesus Disarmed Satan - Zac Poonen - September 13, 2014
Zac Poonen · Sep 14, 2014 · 1h 2m
The sermon emphasizes that Jesus's victory over Satan was twofold: blotting out sin and disarming Satan's power on the cross. The speaker stresses that Christians must understand their authority over Satan and that Jesus had to become fully human, like us, to overcome temptation and defeat the devil. This full humanity was necessary because God could not be tempted, making Christ's incarnation the key to our victory.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Session 11: One Whose Faith Works by Love - Zac Poonen - May 25, 2014
Zac Poonen · May 25, 2014 · 58m
The speaker emphasizes that true faith must be demonstrated by love, citing Galatians 5:6. He cautions against holding to non-essential doctrines or practices, advocating for freedom within the church, as seen in Romans 14. Ultimately, the core message is that faith must translate into a life that overcomes sin and builds up the church, rather than merely being intellectual assent to doctrines.
57mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Session 10: One Who Lives a Sacrificial Life - Zac Poonen - May 24, 2014
Zac Poonen · May 25, 2014 · 57m
Building the body of Christ requires participation from all members, not just those in visible ministries; invisible service, especially prayer, is profoundly valuable. True love for Christ is demonstrated not through mere words or emotion, but by a daily willingness to take up the cross, which means living free from conscious sin. The core message emphasizes that the daily cross—laying down one's life for Christ and the church—is the essential, often overlooked, mark of genuine Christian love.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Anything More Than Yes or No is of the Evil One - Santosh Poonen - April 20, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Apr 20, 2014 · 54m
Jesus teaches that oaths are unnecessary because one's statement should simply be 'yes' or 'no,' as anything beyond these two words belongs to the evil one. This principle restores the original standard of God's law, emphasizing that the command to love and not lust or get angry is not a new standard but a return to what God always intended for humanity. Jesus' words correct loopholes that people had used in the law to excuse sin.
1h 3mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A People Who Judge Themselves - Zac Poonen - December 11, 2013
Zac Poonen · Dec 12, 2013 · 1h 3m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian belonging requires self-examination and a deep commitment to hating sin and loving righteousness, rather than merely repeating religious formulas. He draws from 1 Peter 4, stating that judgment begins within the household of God, and points to 1 Corinthians 11:31, advising that self-judgment leads to not being judged. The core message is that genuine spiritual progress involves developing a profound revulsion toward sin, much like one would feel for something repulsive.
1h 3mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Seeking God's Glory and the Good of Others - Zac Poonen - June 29, 2013
Zac Poonen · Jul 1, 2013 · 1h 3m
The speaker emphasizes that receiving the Holy Spirit is a free gift that requires the heart to be yielded to God, not just asking. He stresses that true discipleship means accepting Christ's total lordship over every area of life, recognizing that the root problem is sin, not just poverty or sickness. Finally, he warns against misunderstanding scripture, particularly regarding the power to witness, and points out that the devil's primary focus is accusing believers before God.
50mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Crown of Righteousness - Santosh Poonen - April 7, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Apr 8, 2013 · 50m
The speaker reflects on Paul's testimony of being the chief of sinners, emphasizing that God's mercy and patience can be demonstrated through an individual's life. He cautions that desiring God's physical presence requires spiritual readiness, as all pretense and outward appearances will be stripped away. Ultimately, true accountability comes from recognizing that God sees the heart and motives, not just outward piety.
53mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Deception of Form Without Power - Santosh Poonen - November 18, 2012
Santosh Poonen · Nov 19, 2012 · 53m
The speaker emphasizes that the church's primary commitment and focus must remain on the local body, as this is where he believes God's calling and fruit will be. He stresses that true membership involves every member actively contributing to the growth and edification of the body, not just paying dues. The message also warns against deception, noting that the Holy Spirit convicts us of sin, which is necessary for the church to be purified as the bride of Christ.