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33mJoanna Veenstra (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- May 22, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
23mWalter L. Wilson (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - February 23, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
29mWilliam P. Nicholson (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - August 20, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
40mSamuel Morris (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- March 27, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
32mCharles G Trumbull (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - October 27, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
38mIva Durham Vennard (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- April 24, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
41mEva von Winckler (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- February 28, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
46mSamuel L. Brengle (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - January 24, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
33mJohn Hyde (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- November 29, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
42mLilias Trotter (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- October 25, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
22mHandley Moule (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- February 17, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
47mElizabeth Baxter (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - September 27, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 27
31mDwight L. Moody (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- November 18, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Oct 27
33mAdoniram Judson Gordon (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - June 24, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Oct 27
23mAndrew Murray (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- March 17, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 27
31mJohn Allen Wood (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- March 23, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26
32mAnn Preston (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- June 28, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26
47mIsaac Marsden (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- July 26, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26
46mAlfred Cookman (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- August 23, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26
36mJohn Tauler (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- August 24, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26
46mJohn Woolman (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- October 23, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26
54mGerhard Tersteegen (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- July 24, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26
34mRobert C. Chapman (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- May 24, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26
43mEunice Cobb (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- February 22 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26
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.
33mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Joanna Veenstra (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- May 22, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 33m
The video recounts the life story of Joanna Veenstra, detailing her journey from a life of worldly pleasure and disobedience to profound spiritual surrender. Her life transformation was marked by intense struggle, deep prayer, and ultimately, a calling to serve God in Nigeria, emphasizing that true Christian fruitfulness comes from being emptied of self and filled with the Holy Spirit.
23mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Walter L. Wilson (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - February 23, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 23m
The video recounts the life of Dr. Walter Wilson, a doctor and preacher whose ministry was marked by a profound transformation. A key turning point was when he realized that his life was incomplete without a personal relationship with the Holy Spirit, a truth illuminated by a sermon on Romans 12:1. This realization led him to dedicate his body to the Holy Spirit as its dwelling place on Earth.
29mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
William P. Nicholson (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - August 20, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 29m
The speaker recounts the story of William Nicholson, detailing his initial conversion experience and the subsequent struggle with persistent sin despite his new life in Christ. Nicholson struggled with feelings of inadequacy and envy compared to other Christians, highlighting that true Christian life involves continuous honesty and vulnerability, rather than maintaining a facade of perfection.
40mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Samuel Morris (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- March 27, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 40m
The video recounts the life story of Samuel Morris, originally named Kabo, detailing his horrific captivity and torture as a young African prince. After a miraculous escape guided by light, he found safety and Christian fellowship. His journey highlights his deep desire to overcome the inner desire for revenge, leading him to profound prayer experiences where he felt filled with the Holy Spirit and joy.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Charles G Trumbull (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - October 27, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 32m
The message emphasizes that true Christian life requires more than just going through the motions of routine religious observance; it demands a deep passion for God. The speaker uses the life of Charles G. Trumbull to illustrate that the only life that truly wins is the life of Jesus Christ dwelling within the believer. This requires a complete surrender, where the fire of God burns up the entire life, not just providing occasional help or victory in specific sins.
38mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Iva Durham Vennard (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- April 24, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 38m
The video recounts the life of Iva Durham Vennard, detailing her spiritual journey marked by periods of doubt, worldly distraction, and eventual profound surrender to God. Key moments include her initial spiritual awakening at a camp meeting, subsequent struggles with secular influences, and repeated calls to refocus on her relationship with Christ. The narrative emphasizes that God uses failures and disappointments to mold individuals into the people He intends them to be.
41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Eva von Winckler (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- February 28, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 41m
The speaker recounts the life of Ava von Winckler, detailing her journey from a stubborn youth to a woman deeply devoted to Christ. Her spiritual awakening came through studying scripture, particularly John 10, leading her to dedicate her life to God's service. The narrative emphasizes that true faith requires persistent searching and that one must actively seek Christ's personal revelation.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Samuel L. Brengle (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - January 24, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 46m
The video recounts the life of Samuel Logan Brangle, detailing his journey from a promising student with worldly ambitions to a devoted preacher. Key moments include his initial conversion, his struggle with sin and pride, and ultimately, his yielding to God's calling after studying theology. The narrative emphasizes the transformative power of Christ's work on Calvary and the guidance of the Holy Spirit in achieving spiritual victory.
33mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
John Hyde (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- November 29, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 33m
The story of John Hyde illustrates that true ministry requires genuine personal experience with the Gospel, not just knowledge. Despite his initial success and ambition, Hyde realized he could not preach the saving power of Christ unless he personally testified to it. His breakthrough came when he surrendered his pride and asked God to fill him with the Holy Spirit, leading to a life of authentic witness.
42mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Lilias Trotter (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- October 25, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 42m
The video recounts the life of Lilia Trotter, detailing her initial conflict between her artistic talents and her calling to Christ. Despite the admiration of artists like John Ruskin, Lilia chose to dedicate her life to serving others, first through work with young women in the YWCA, and eventually to missionary work in North Africa. Her life illustrates a profound redirection of purpose from personal ambition to divine service.
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Handley Moule (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- February 17, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 22m
The speaker uses the biography of Hanley Mole to illustrate that true Christian life requires a personal decision to follow Jesus, regardless of one's background or upbringing. Mole's journey highlights that even outwardly successful or educated individuals can feel a deep lack of power or fulfillment until they genuinely seek God's anointing and grace through faith. Ultimately, the message emphasizes that genuine ministry and Christian life are sustained not by status, but by a deep, honest longing for the Holy Spirit's power.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Elizabeth Baxter (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - September 27, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 27, 2024 · 47m
The video recounts the life of Elizabeth Baxter, highlighting that great godly figures are not always famous or easily pictured. Baxter struggled early in life with understanding the deep theological promises made to her, feeling unguided by the church leadership. Her journey involved a deep yearning to reconcile God's holiness and justice with His love, a struggle that eventually led her to a deeper understanding of Christ's sacrifice.
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Dwight L. Moody (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- November 18, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Oct 27, 2024 · 31m
The speaker discusses the life of Dwight L. Moody, highlighting his initial passion for evangelism despite lacking formal education. A key turning point in Moody's ministry was an encounter with an unknown elderly man who instructed him to always honor the Holy Spirit when speaking. This experience, along with the prayers of supportive women, guided Moody toward deeper dependence on the Spirit's power rather than just his own efforts.
33mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Adoniram Judson Gordon (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - June 24, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Oct 27, 2024 · 33m
The speaker discusses the life of Adoniram Judson Gordon, highlighting his initial passion for ministry and his later struggles with the depth of his spiritual experience. Gordon's journey revealed that true spiritual power and evangelism must come from the heart's spontaneity, not just intellectual knowledge or forced effort. Ultimately, the speaker emphasizes a key revelation Gordon had: understanding the Holy Spirit not merely as a power, but as a distinct Person of the Godhead present in the world today.
23mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Andrew Murray (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- March 17, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 27, 2024 · 23m
The video discusses Andrew Murray, highlighting that his ministry was characterized by a deep desire for followers to know Jesus Christ. Murray's life exemplified a profound reliance on the Holy Spirit, moving beyond mere emotional experience. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual depth often involves a persistent, wrestling prayer life when one feels an inner dissatisfaction despite outward success.
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
John Allen Wood (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- March 23, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 31m
The video discusses the life of John Allen Wood, highlighting his deep desire for inner purity and the genuine anointing of the Holy Spirit. Wood struggled with the realization that even after conversion, his greatest hindrance was his own sinful nature, leading him to seek holiness beyond mere religious knowledge. The narrative emphasizes that true spiritual growth requires a deep, experiential need for God's power to overcome sin.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ann Preston (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- June 28, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 32m
The story recounts the life of Anne Preston, who, despite early academic struggles, became known for her deep knowledge of the Bible and answered prayers. After hearing Jesus' teaching on private prayer (Matthew 6:6), Anne experienced a profound spiritual awakening, crying out over her sins until she received God's mercy. This experience culminated in a miracle where, despite being unable to read, she was able to read a verse about eternal life after praying for help.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Isaac Marsden (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- July 26, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 47m
This segment recounts the early life and spiritual journey of Isaac Marsden, detailing his initial descent into a wild lifestyle involving pranks and questionable company. Despite his father's efforts and his mother's persistent prayers, Isaac's path was far from straight until a significant turning point, illustrating the power of persistent faith and divine intervention in turning a life toward God.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Alfred Cookman (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- August 23, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 46m
The sermon recounts the life of Alfred Cookman, emphasizing that his entire life was centered around the cross of Jesus. It highlights that Cookman's spiritual awakening occurred at a very young age, leading him to dedicate his life to Christ. The message encourages listeners to be sensitive to the Holy Spirit's prompting in others, especially children, and to live a life focused on Christ's sacrifice.
36mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
John Tauler (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- August 24, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 36m
The sermon recounts the story of John Tauler, a highly knowledgeable theologian who preached theories of self-improvement from the Bible. Despite his skill, his teachings failed to bring true spiritual change because they lacked the grace of God. A young man named Nicholas of Basil observed this, realizing Tauler was preaching intellectual concepts rather than the true Gospel.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
John Woolman (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- October 23, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 46m
The video recounts the life of John Woolman, detailing how his early life and Quaker upbringing instilled in him a deep commitment to purity and God's law. His journey involved struggles with youthful sin, leading to deep repentance and a renewed dedication to Christ. Woolman's life work was marked by his unwavering conscience, leading him to challenge societal norms, notably by speaking out against the institution of slavery.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Gerhard Tersteegen (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- July 24, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 54m
The speaker discusses the life of Gerhard Tersteegen, noting his early withdrawal from business life to seek God in an isolated setting, comparing his experience to the Apostle Paul's time in the Arabian Desert. He outlines four key doctrines emphasized by spiritual revivalists: self-denial, the continuous work of the Holy Spirit, the emptiness of religion based on fear or reward, and the equality of all members in the church. The message stresses that true devotion comes from a life consecrated to God, not from seeking earthly protection or reward.
34mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Robert C. Chapman (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- May 24, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 34m
The video recounts the life of Robert Cleaver Chapman, highlighting his transformation from a confident, self-righteous lawyer who relied on his good works to someone who found true peace and salvation only through Christ. Chapman's journey illustrates that human efforts to earn God's favor are ultimately insufficient, contrasting with the perfect justice and mercy found in the Savior. His life became a testimony of relying solely on God's grace.
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Eunice Cobb (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- February 22 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 43m
The video tells the story of Eunice Cobb, who transitioned from a vain, worldly young woman to a life of deep spiritual devotion. Her journey highlights the contrast between merely living a 'good life' and embracing true Christian holiness, which required her to give up worldly pleasures and focus on inner transformation through God's grace. The narrative emphasizes the call to repentance and holy living.