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10mWords of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & Chetan Chadalavada — February 12, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 17
25mRLCF Praise Live — February 12, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 15
37mRLCF Praise Live — February 5, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 8
46mRivers of Living Water from Innermost Being — Ajay Chakravarthy — January 15, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 16
16mWords of Encouragement — Ajay Chakravarthy & Alan Thomas — January 8, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jan 13
1h 16mBeginning a New Year the Right Way — Zac Poonen — January 7, 2023
Zac Poonen · Jan 8
47mThe Lord Knows His Own — Ajay Chakravarthy — December 25, 2022
Ajay Chakravarthy · Dec 26
27mRLCF Praise Live — December 4, 2022
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 7
32mRLCF Praise Live — November 20, 2022
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Nov 23
41mRLCF Praise Live (with Children's Songs) -- November 6, 2022
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Nov 10
59mFilled So That We Can be Poured Out for Others — Santosh Poonen — November 6, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Nov 7
1h 5mBeing a Witness for Christ with Compassion — Zac Poonen — November 2, 2022
Zac Poonen · Nov 4
1h 10mThe True Body of Christ is Conceived by the Holy Spirit — Santosh Poonen — October 30, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 31
1h 5mBe Saved From This Perverse Generation — Ian Robson — October 29, 2022
Ian Robson · Oct 30
53mThe Holy Spirit Frees Us From Being Orphans — Zac Poonen — October 5, 2022
Zac Poonen · Oct 6
1h 2mGod Must Empty Us of Pride Fully to Give Us His Indestructible Life - Santosh Poonen - Sept 25, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Sep 26
48mDo All Things Without Complaining (Message to Women) -- Annie Poonen -- September 21, 2022
Annie Poonen · Sep 22
1h 11mWhat God Has Joined Together: Service in the Spirit — Zac Poonen -- September 11, 2022
Zac Poonen · Sep 14
27mWords of Encouragement — Santosh Poonen & Chetan Chadalavada — September 4, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Sep 9
11mWords of Encouragement -- Dave Bertsch & Alan Thomas -- August 28, 2022
Alan Thomas · Sep 2
27mRLCF Praise Live -- August 28, 2022
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Aug 31
1h 25mGlobal Online Youth Meeting Q&A -- Zac Poonen -- August 27, 2022
Zac Poonen · Aug 29
33mRLCF Praise Live -- August 21, 2022
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Aug 24
1h 8mHow The Lord Planted His Churches Through CFC -- Zac Poonen -- August 14, 2022
Zac Poonen · Aug 16
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.
10mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & Chetan Chadalavada — February 12, 2023
CFC Messages · Feb 17, 2023 · 10m
The speaker encourages the congregation by focusing on biblical promises of God's perfect timing and sustaining power, drawing from Psalms 138:8 and Isaiah 40. He emphasizes that while God's power is limitless, believers must also actively participate by keeping what God has committed to them through the Holy Spirit. A significant portion of the message warns against ignoring small sins or irritations, using the metaphor of 'little foxes' to describe how minor issues can slowly destroy a relationship, such as marriage or one's walk with God.
25mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — February 12, 2023
CFC Messages · Feb 15, 2023 · 25m
The sermon emphasizes the joy and hope found in salvation and the imminent return of Jesus Christ, urging the congregation to live in anticipation of eternity. The speaker encourages believers to deepen their love for Christ through continued service and to actively pray for spiritual freedom, asking God to break the bondage of sin, addiction, and Satan's works in their lives. A specific prayer is offered for marriages, children, and a greater anointing of the Holy Spirit to bring repentance and deeper communion with God.
37mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingRLCF Praise Live — February 5, 2023
CFC Messages · Feb 8, 2023 · 37m
This service features various worship segments focusing on God's goodness, the sufficiency of Christ, and the power of prayer. Themes explored include recognizing the presence of the Holy Spirit and understanding that one's worth is not tied to material possessions. The overall message encourages reliance on God through worship and prayer.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Rivers of Living Water from Innermost Being — Ajay Chakravarthy — January 15, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 16, 2023 · 46m
The message emphasizes that true spiritual power and blessing come not just from external experiences, but from being filled with the Holy Spirit from the innermost being. The speaker contrasts the temporary power of the Old Testament prophets with the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit promised through Jesus. He urges the audience to seek an internal filling so that the overflow of the Spirit can genuinely change one's life and lead to true satisfaction, unlike the fleeting pleasures of the world.
16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Ajay Chakravarthy & Alan Thomas — January 8, 2023
CFC Messages · Jan 13, 2023 · 16m
The sermon draws parallels between the current times and the days of Noah, emphasizing the pervasive wickedness in the world. The central message is the necessity of remaining unspotted by the world, much like Noah, by relying on the Holy Spirit to fill the innermost being. This filling empowers believers to persevere day by day, resisting the desires of the flesh and fulfilling God's promises to finish the Christian race.
1h 16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Beginning a New Year the Right Way — Zac Poonen — January 7, 2023
Zac Poonen · Jan 8, 2023 · 1h 16m
The speaker urges listeners to remember their past need for God's grace, warning against spiritual complacency and pride. True change requires addressing the root of sin, not just its outward manifestations, and this is achieved not just by cleansing sin, but by being filled with the Holy Spirit. He emphasizes that the fullness of the Spirit is vital for a life that is both clean and actively filled with God's presence.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Lord Knows His Own — Ajay Chakravarthy — December 25, 2022
Ajay Chakravarthy · Dec 26, 2022 · 47m
The sermon emphasizes the profound, mutual knowledge between God and His people, drawing heavily from John 10 and the parable of the ten virgins. The central message is that true readiness for Christ's return requires more than mere attendance or profession; it demands an open invitation for the Holy Spirit to know and fill every part of the believer's life. The speaker urges the congregation to proactively ask God to search their hearts, ensuring no part of their lives is hidden from Him.
27mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingRLCF Praise Live — December 4, 2022
CFC Messages · Dec 7, 2022 · 27m
This video appears to be a compilation of worship and praise music from River of Life Christian Fellowship on December 4, 2022. The segments cover themes of the Holy Spirit, heavenly presence, thriving, morning renewal, prayer, and personal devotion to God. It is primarily a worship experience rather than a sermon.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — November 20, 2022
CFC Messages · Nov 23, 2022 · 32m
The sermon emphasizes drawing deep from the Holy Spirit, comparing the believer to a pen ready for God to write His word through us. Key messages include turning to Jesus first for all needs, confessing our deepest struggles to Him, and maintaining faith in His victory over the enemy. The speaker concludes with prayers for healing, material provision, and continued reliance on God's faithfulness.
41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live (with Children's Songs) -- November 6, 2022
CFC Messages · Nov 10, 2022 · 41m
The service was characterized by communal praise, worship, and prayer, focusing on the presence and exaltation of God. Key themes included acknowledging God's grace, the amazing love demonstrated through Christ's sacrifice, and the need for believers to surrender their lives entirely to Him. The speakers prayed for freedom from spiritual bondage, increased faith, and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Filled So That We Can be Poured Out for Others — Santosh Poonen — November 6, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Nov 7, 2022 · 59m
The sermon cautions against becoming legalistic after achieving spiritual cleansing, warning that self-focus can lead to spiritual stagnation. The central message is that the purpose of sanctification is not merely internal purity, but rather being filled by the Holy Spirit so that one can be poured out to bless others. This outward focus is achieved by looking unto Jesus, rather than solely looking inward at one's own spiritual state.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Being a Witness for Christ with Compassion — Zac Poonen — November 2, 2022
Zac Poonen · Nov 4, 2022 · 1h 5m
The sermon uses the calling of Matthew to illustrate the Christian's inherent burden to share the gospel with sinners. The speaker emphasizes that every believer, not just professional evangelists, must feel this passion to reach the lost, comparing it to a personal cure that must be shared. This burden is fueled by the Holy Spirit, which compels believers to witness beyond their immediate circles.
1h 10mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The True Body of Christ is Conceived by the Holy Spirit — Santosh Poonen — October 30, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 31, 2022 · 1h 10m
The speaker emphasizes that while Jesus is willing to heal and cleanse from pain, believers must focus on the greater purpose God has for their lives, which surpasses any immediate answer or temporary suffering. He warns against the church assimilating with the world's culture, using the celebration of Halloween as a specific example. The core message is to remain pure in Christ, echoing Ephesians 5's call to have nothing to do with the works of darkness.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Be Saved From This Perverse Generation — Ian Robson — October 29, 2022
Ian Robson · Oct 30, 2022 · 1h 5m
The speaker urges the young people to be saved from a 'perverse generation' by focusing on genuine inner reality rather than mere performance. He emphasizes that merely knowing the right doctrines or speaking the correct language is insufficient; one must experience the Holy Spirit's immersion and personal conviction of sin. True discipleship requires actively leading others into life, not just putting on a religious performance.
53mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Holy Spirit Frees Us From Being Orphans — Zac Poonen — October 5, 2022
Zac Poonen · Oct 6, 2022 · 53m
Jesus' words in John 14 emphasize that true love for Him is demonstrated by keeping His commandments, which requires diligent study of scripture. When believers realize the impossibility of keeping these high standards through sheer willpower, they must turn to the Holy Spirit, whom Jesus promises as a Helper. This need for help, rather than seeking mere supernatural experiences, is the true sign of a heart desiring to obey Christ.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God Must Empty Us of Pride Fully to Give Us His Indestructible Life - Santosh Poonen - Sept 25, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Sep 26, 2022 · 1h 2m
The sermon focuses on the concept of creation groaning and the believer's anticipation of redemption, drawing heavily from Romans 8. The speaker emphasizes that having the 'first fruits of the spirit' changes one's perspective on pain and sickness, viewing it as a reminder of the ultimate redemption awaiting them. He concludes by urging listeners to examine their own lives to ensure they possess the true power of the Spirit, rather than merely maintaining the outward 'form of godliness.'
48mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Do All Things Without Complaining (Message to Women) -- Annie Poonen -- September 21, 2022
Annie Poonen · Sep 22, 2022 · 48m
The message uses the Israelites' grumbling in the wilderness as an example of how discontentment can lead to spiritual failure. The speaker emphasizes that while God provides miraculous provision, the heart can remain discontented with what is present. True freedom from grumbling comes from knowing the Lord personally, which empowers believers through the Holy Spirit to overcome internal complaints, especially those directed at loved ones.
1h 11mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
What God Has Joined Together: Service in the Spirit — Zac Poonen -- September 11, 2022
Zac Poonen · Sep 14, 2022 · 1h 11m
The speaker emphasizes the necessity of living to worship and serve in the Spirit, contrasting this with merely operating in the mind or emotions. He draws heavily from Romans 8 to illustrate the triumph found in the Spirit, and stresses that true ministry, like the apostles, results in establishing local, functioning churches rather than just converting individuals. Ultimately, he urges the audience to honor God by diligently reading the entire Bible before seeking guidance on matters not explicitly written.
27mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Santosh Poonen & Chetan Chadalavada — September 4, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Sep 9, 2022 · 27m
The speaker emphasizes that true peace, whether in marriage, home, or church, is not merely the absence of conflict but is found in the presence of Jesus Christ. He draws from Ephesians 2 to explain that Christ is our peace, reconciling us into one body. Furthermore, he stresses that the goal is oneness, not mere numbers, requiring pure devotion to Jesus and being filled with the Holy Spirit.
11mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Dave Bertsch & Alan Thomas -- August 28, 2022
Alan Thomas · Sep 2, 2022 · 11m
The speaker encourages the congregation to find rest by giving their burdens and worries to the Lord, drawing parallels from Psalms 55:22 and Matthew 11:28. He emphasizes that true rest comes through adopting gentleness and humility, citing First Peter 5 as further support. Additionally, the sermon addresses the tongue, comparing its destructive potential to a wildfire, and urging the need for the Holy Spirit to tame it for edifying words.
27mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live -- August 28, 2022
CFC Messages · Aug 31, 2022 · 27m
The service focused heavily on praise, prayer, and dedicating one's life to God's glory. The speaker emphasized that true praise must be lived out in daily life, not just sung. Key themes included seeking God's kingdom first, praying for healing and unity in marriages, and relying completely on the Holy Spirit, acknowledging human helplessness before God's grace.
1h 25mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Global Online Youth Meeting Q&A -- Zac Poonen -- August 27, 2022
Zac Poonen · Aug 29, 2022 · 1h 25m
The speaker addresses common struggles such as doubting salvation, advising listeners to rely on God's Word (faith) rather than feelings. He emphasizes that seeking the Holy Spirit should be done through persistent prayer, not by relying on others. Furthermore, he teaches that true guidance comes from a motive to glorify God, and that the Holy Spirit always encourages, never condemns.
33mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live -- August 21, 2022
CFC Messages · Aug 24, 2022 · 33m
The sermon emphasizes that true praise should come from a heart filled with the Holy Spirit, not just a performance. The speaker encourages the congregation to move beyond corporate worship to a deeply personal relationship with God, drawing parallels to Hannah's faith and the invitation to approach God's throne of grace. Ultimately, the message calls for reliance on Christ's grace and the indwelling Holy Spirit for strength in all circumstances.
1h 8mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
How The Lord Planted His Churches Through CFC -- Zac Poonen -- August 14, 2022
Zac Poonen · Aug 16, 2022 · 1h 8m
The speaker recounts the history of the CFC church, emphasizing that God builds His church not through human cleverness, education, or wealth, but through the power of the Holy Spirit. True discipleship requires radical repentance—a 180-degree turn away from self-will toward God's way. He warns against merely having the 'form' of godliness without genuine inner transformation.