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58mThe New Wine: “He Will Conquer You to Bless You” - Santosh Poonen - July 31, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Aug 2
22mThe Way Into the New Covenant Life - Zac Poonen - July 24, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jul 26
47mWhat's on the Final Exam - Santosh Poonen - July 10, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Jul 14
19mWords of Encouragement - Jeremy Utley - June 19, 2016
Jeremy Utley · Jun 24
49mRescue the Oppressed and the Discouraged - Santosh Poonen - June 19. 2016
Santosh Poonen · Jun 23
42mLove That Covers - Santosh Poonen - June 12, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Jun 23
1h 9mObedience and the Way of the Cross - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
1h 9mPursuing Likeness to Christ - Zac Poonen - May 29, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
1h 6mPresenting Our Body to the Lord - Zac Poonen - May 29, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
1h 4mQuestions & Answers - Zac Poonen - May 29, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
1h 15mBuilding the Family Before Building the Church - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
1h 29mLiving From the Spirit and Not the Soul - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2016
Zac Poonen · May 31
18mJesus is Building His Church - Santosh Poonen - May 28, 2016
Santosh Poonen · May 31
1h 5mHow Jesus Pleased the Father - Zac Poonen - May 27, 2016
Zac Poonen · May 30
52mA Song of Grateful Praise - Santosh Poonen - May 22, 2016
Santosh Poonen · May 25
48mShe Who is Faithful in a Very Little Thing - Santosh Poonen - May 8, 2016
Santosh Poonen · May 9
52mOh, How He Loves You! - Santosh Poonen - April 24, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Apr 26
51mAs He Is, So Are We: Part 2: Who Hoped in God - Santosh Poonen - April 10, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Apr 12
46mAs He Is, So Are We: Part 1: Freedom From Fear - Santosh Poonen - March 27, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Mar 28
52mMonday Morning Christians - Santosh Poonen - March 13, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Mar 13
58mLet Joy Be Your Testimony (Don’t Forget to LOL: Part 3) - Santosh Poonen - February 28, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Feb 29
11mSincere Faith and Pure Love Builds Up the Church - Ajay Chakravarthy - February 14, 2016
Ajay Chakravarthy · Feb 18
49mRejoice! You Are Redeemed (Don’t Forget to LOL: Part 2) - Santosh Poonen - February 14, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Feb 14
16mFinding God in the Everyday Things of Life - Olu Talabi - Janauary 24, 2016
Olu Talabi · Feb 9
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The New Wine: “He Will Conquer You to Bless You” - Santosh Poonen - July 31, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Aug 2, 2016 · 58m
Jesus teaches that true devotion requires more than just following rules; it demands compassion and mercy, as exemplified by his interactions with sinners. The analogy of new wine and new skins illustrates that the new covenant life cannot be contained by old ways of thinking or practice. Believers must embrace a radical transformation to live out the reality of the new covenant relationship with Christ.
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Way Into the New Covenant Life - Zac Poonen - July 24, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jul 26, 2016 · 22m
The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual power, particularly the anointing of the Holy Spirit, is sought in private devotion rather than in emotional public gatherings. He draws parallels between Jesus' anointing at the Jordan and the necessity for believers to undergo a 'death to self' to experience the power of resurrection. This means deliberately choosing to live according to Christ's will, even when it contradicts personal desires or expectations, which is the path to understanding God's truth.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingWhat's on the Final Exam - Santosh Poonen - July 10, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Jul 14, 2016 · 47m
The sermon discusses the 'final exam' of life, suggesting that our ultimate accountability is not based on our earthly achievements but on our relationship with Christ. Key themes include the necessity of living a life of genuine repentance and the importance of spiritual readiness for eternity. The message encourages listeners to examine their current spiritual state.
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Jeremy Utley - June 19, 2016
Jeremy Utley · Jun 24, 2016 · 19m
The speaker emphasizes that knowing God should compel us to change, warning against the danger of maintaining old habits or attitudes after God has revealed Himself. Using Abraham's repeated lies and Elijah's flight from Jezebel as examples, the message stresses that a refusal to change in light of new revelation is dangerous, and we must always be willing to be purged of impurity.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Rescue the Oppressed and the Discouraged - Santosh Poonen - June 19. 2016
Santosh Poonen · Jun 23, 2016 · 49m
The speaker uses the analogy of a soccer match to illustrate that Christians often adopt a defensive mindset, merely surviving rather than aggressively attacking. He urges the audience to stop playing defense against the devil and instead adopt an offensive posture, remembering that the true church's authority comes from Christ's confession, allowing believers to attack the gates of hell. The central message is to move from merely surviving to actively winning the spiritual battle.
42mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Love That Covers - Santosh Poonen - June 12, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Jun 23, 2016 · 42m
The speaker cautions against assessing one's spiritual life solely by personal feelings, warning that this self-centered focus can lead to complacency. Drawing from Jude, he emphasizes that believers must actively 'contend earnestly for the faith,' which requires more than just maintaining a private relationship with Jesus. True discipleship involves caring for the community and the needs of others, not just oneself.
1h 9mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingObedience and the Way of the Cross - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2016 · 1h 9m
The message emphasizes that true discipleship requires embracing the way of the cross, which involves daily obedience to Christ. Following Christ means being willing to deny self and take up one's cross, accepting the necessary sacrifices and difficulties that accompany a life dedicated to Him. This obedience is central to the Christian walk.
1h 9mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingPursuing Likeness to Christ - Zac Poonen - May 29, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2016 · 1h 9m
The message encourages believers to actively pursue the likeness of Christ in their daily lives. It emphasizes that this pursuit involves adopting Christ's mindset and character in all aspects of life. Ultimately, the goal is transformation into Christ's image.
1h 6mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Presenting Our Body to the Lord - Zac Poonen - May 29, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2016 · 1h 6m
The sermon draws parallels between Old Testament events—such as the Passover blood, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the pillar of cloud—and New Testament realities, specifically baptism and the baptism in the Holy Spirit. The central message is that the human body is like the Promised Land of Canaan, which must be possessed by believers to overcome 'giants' representing sins like anger, jealousy, and lust. While the Old Man is defeated by God on the cross, believers must actively crucify the 'lusts of the flesh' through the Spirit's power, adopting the courageous spirit of Joshua and Caleb.
1h 4mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingQuestions & Answers - Zac Poonen - May 29, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2016 · 1h 4m
This session appears to be a question and answer format from the RLCF Family Conference. The content addresses various topics through direct questions, providing guidance and teaching from the speaker.
1h 15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingBuilding the Family Before Building the Church - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2016 · 1h 15m
The message emphasizes the importance of establishing a strong foundation within the family unit before attempting to build up the church. It suggests that the principles and commitment modeled within the home are crucial for the health and growth of the larger body of believers. A strong family life is presented as a prerequisite for effective church ministry.
1h 29mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Living From the Spirit and Not the Soul - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2016
Zac Poonen · May 31, 2016 · 1h 29m
The speaker cautions against the worldly desire to constantly hear something new, comparing it to the Athenians who sought novelty. He emphasizes that true spiritual understanding comes not from mere knowledge, but from personal experience, warning that excessive focus on biblical knowledge can lead to spiritual blindness regarding the true Jesus. The ultimate mark of a New Testament church meeting, according to the speaker, is that attendees leave with the secrets of their hearts disclosed, rather than through uncontrolled speaking in tongues or other novel displays.
18mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Jesus is Building His Church - Santosh Poonen - May 28, 2016
Santosh Poonen · May 31, 2016 · 18m
The speaker warns that the devil's greatest weapon is not his overt power, but his deception, which can lead people to believe they are living holy lives individually rather than communally. He emphasizes that the church's primary calling is to maintain a simple and pure devotion to the true Jesus, warning against 'another Jesus' or spiritual counterfeits that mimic Christ's name but lack true spirit. This purity of devotion must be maintained within the local church setting.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
How Jesus Pleased the Father - Zac Poonen - May 27, 2016
Zac Poonen · May 30, 2016 · 1h 5m
The central message is that a Christian's ultimate ambition must be to please the Lord, which should remain the same whether they are on Earth or in heaven. The speaker contrasts worldly ambitions—such as fame, money, or building mega-churches—with the singular goal of pleasing God. He encourages all believers, regardless of spiritual gifts, to examine their lives to ensure their current direction aligns with pleasing Christ.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingA Song of Grateful Praise - Santosh Poonen - May 22, 2016
Santosh Poonen · May 25, 2016 · 52m
This video appears to be a worship or praise session rather than a doctrinal sermon. The focus is on expressing gratitude to God through song, suggesting a time of joyful acknowledgment of God's blessings.
48mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
She Who is Faithful in a Very Little Thing - Santosh Poonen - May 8, 2016
Santosh Poonen · May 9, 2016 · 48m
The sermon encourages women, particularly wives and mothers, by drawing from Luke 16 and Matthew 25, emphasizing that faithfulness in small, seemingly insignificant acts is highly valued by God. The speaker argues that the work of God is built on sacrifice, citing Jesus's death and David's life as examples. Ultimately, the message is one of encouragement, assuring listeners that God sees and counts their faithfulness in the little things, regardless of external recognition.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Oh, How He Loves You! - Santosh Poonen - April 24, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Apr 26, 2016 · 52m
The central message emphasizes that a godly life requires constant dependence on God the Father, mirroring Jesus' own life. The speaker warns against the danger of self-sufficiency, which is rooted in sin, and points to John 5:26 as proof that life and ability to function must be received from God. This principle of dependency is presented as the secret to overcoming sin and living a life of continuous victory.
51mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
As He Is, So Are We: Part 2: Who Hoped in God - Santosh Poonen - April 10, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Apr 12, 2016 · 51m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christian identity is defined not by outward performance or visible roles within the church, but by one's core being in Christ and the body. The speaker contrasts carnal desires (driven by the body), soul-driven living (religious adherence), and true spirituality, arguing that believers must dwell in the 'heavenlies'—a spiritual reality that remains constant regardless of physical or emotional circumstances. Ultimately, true worship must be offered in spirit and truth, acknowledging that God is spirit.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
As He Is, So Are We: Part 1: Freedom From Fear - Santosh Poonen - March 27, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Mar 28, 2016 · 46m
The central message is that being a Christian means more than just admiring Jesus's deeds; it requires emulating the *manner* of his life. The speaker emphasizes that believers must walk in the same manner Jesus walked, which is a commandment. Furthermore, the standard is not just how Jesus lived on earth, but how he *is*—a reality of peace and authority that believers are called to reflect in their current lives.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Monday Morning Christians - Santosh Poonen - March 13, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Mar 13, 2016 · 52m
The speaker uses the analogy of a boxer, Buster Douglas, to illustrate the importance of having a deep, motivating 'why' during life's trials. He emphasizes that while Jesus' sacrifice provides forgiveness, true Christian life requires believers to run the race with perseverance. The ultimate motivation to endure hardship and overcome sin is found in faith and focusing on the ultimate victory in Christ.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Let Joy Be Your Testimony (Don’t Forget to LOL: Part 3) - Santosh Poonen - February 28, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Feb 29, 2016 · 58m
The central message is that the walk of discipleship must be characterized by joy, which is not based on perfect performance but on the reality of being redeemed by God's grace. True joy comes from understanding that our standing before God is based on Christ's cleansing blood and justification, not on our own merits or past failures. Therefore, believers should rejoice because they are God's inheritance and their ultimate home is in heaven.
11mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Sincere Faith and Pure Love Builds Up the Church - Ajay Chakravarthy - February 14, 2016
Ajay Chakravarthy · Feb 18, 2016 · 11m
The central message is that the Lord is eternally building the church, and this work is evident not in perfection, but in the sincerity of the believers. The speaker emphasizes that two key elements sustain this eternal work: a sincere faith in Christ and a genuine love for the saints. These qualities are what God looks for, regardless of human flaws or ordinariness.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Rejoice! You Are Redeemed (Don’t Forget to LOL: Part 2) - Santosh Poonen - February 14, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Feb 14, 2016 · 49m
The speaker encourages listeners to focus on the joy found in Christ, drawing parallels from Jesus' endurance through his own trials. He emphasizes that true joy comes from having the 'eyes of the heart' open to the heavenly perspective, allowing believers to see God's eternal riches and perspective amidst earthly struggles. Ultimately, this realization should bring confidence, as God delights in those who accept His invitation into His family.
16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Finding God in the Everyday Things of Life - Olu Talabi - Janauary 24, 2016
Olu Talabi · Feb 9, 2016 · 16m
The speaker shares that even amidst the mundane busyness of life—such as moving or work volatility—the temptation arises to feel that God is absent. He counters this by recalling scripture, specifically Joshua 1, Matthew 28, and Hebrews 13:5, which promise God's constant presence. He concludes by referencing a story from 1 Kings 20, illustrating that even in difficult circumstances, one can honor Jesus through their daily conduct.