Library
Browse
Latest messages
907 messages
1m 35sWe Are His Disciples — RLCF Praise Live — April 23, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 8
2m 39sAs Long As I Live — RLCF Praise Live — April 23, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 8
2m 3sFrom This Earth I Will Soon Be Departing — RLCF Praise Live — April 23, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 8
4m 11sKnowing You — RLCF Praise Live — April 22, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 7
4m 21sHow Quickly Life Here Passes On Its Way — RLCF Praise Live — April 22, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 7
14mWords of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & David Lane — April 30, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 7
1h 4mUnderstanding the New Covenant — Zac Poonen — May 3, 2023
Zac Poonen · May 7
2m 2sLet Me Be a Little Kinder — RLCF Praise Live -- April 30, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 1
49mEnter Into God's Rest — Zac Poonen — April 22, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 26
50mWhy God Uses Women — Zac Poonen — April 22, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 26
15mWords of Encouragement — Santosh Poonen & Dave Bertsch — April 16, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Apr 21
51mYou Have a Very Important Task in Christ's Body — Zac Poonen — April 5, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 6
29mWords of Encouragement — Sunil, Sanjay & Santosh Poonen — April 2, 2023
Sunil Poonen · Apr 5
38mGod's Glory is His Goodness Which We Must Manifest to Others — Zac Poonen — April 2, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 3
46mGold, Silver, and Precious Stones — Ajay Chakravarthy — March 26, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Mar 27
17mWords of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & Ajay Chakravarthy— March 5, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Mar 10
1h 7mDiscerning the Excellent -- Zac Poonen -- February 25, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
1h 2m7. A Helpmeet for Christ -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
52m3. Freedom From Being Orphans -- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
58mThrough Many Trials We Enter God’s Kingdom - Right Now — Zac Poonen — March 1, 2023
Zac Poonen · Mar 2
1h 2mRemain Steadfast in Dying with Jesus — Santosh Poonen — February 12, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13
46mBitter Fruit of Having Our Own Way — Ajay Chakravarthy — January 29, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 30
1h 4mKeep Eternity in Mind in Everything You Do — Santosh Poonen — January 22, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Jan 23
38mFinding Strength in Jesus and Not Fainting — Olu Talabi — January 8, 2023
Olu Talabi · Jan 9
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.
1m 35sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
We Are His Disciples — RLCF Praise Live — April 23, 2023
CFC Messages · May 8, 2023 · 1m 35s
The message emphasizes that Jesus has called believers to be his disciples. It references the calling of the original disciples, such as Peter, James, and John, to illustrate that the call to discipleship is directed to the modern audience as well.
2m 39sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
As Long As I Live — RLCF Praise Live — April 23, 2023
CFC Messages · May 8, 2023 · 2m 39s
This video appears to be a worship service featuring music and congregational praise. The lyrics repeatedly express a commitment to praising, loving, and serving the Lord throughout one's entire life.
2m 3sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
From This Earth I Will Soon Be Departing — RLCF Praise Live — April 23, 2023
CFC Messages · May 8, 2023 · 2m 3s
The song expresses a deep anticipation for Jesus' return and a focus on eternal priorities over earthly pleasures. The central message is to live a life dedicated to God's glory, recognizing that earthly achievements are fleeting. The singer resolves to live for the Savior's pleasure, treasuring spiritual virtues and the Kingdom of God.
4m 11sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Knowing You — RLCF Praise Live — April 22, 2023
CFC Messages · May 7, 2023 · 4m 11s
This video is a worship session centered on the theme of knowing Jesus. The lyrics express that knowing Jesus surpasses all other joys and worth, making the singer's heart desire to know Him more. The song also reflects a desire to be found in Him, to possess faith, and to follow Him through suffering.
4m 21sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
How Quickly Life Here Passes On Its Way — RLCF Praise Live — April 22, 2023
CFC Messages · May 7, 2023 · 4m 21s
The message emphasizes the swift passage of life and the importance of being tender and supportive to everyone who journeys with you. It calls listeners to actively show love to family and loved ones, recognizing that time is fleeting and opportunities for good deeds are limited. Ultimately, the core message is to love others as God has loved us.
14mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & David Lane — April 30, 2023
CFC Messages · May 7, 2023 · 14m
The speaker reflects deeply on the necessity of genuine love for fellow believers as proof of loving Christ. Drawing from passages like 1 John 5:1 and John 13, the message emphasizes that professing love for Jesus must be evidenced by tangible, sacrificial love for the church body. He concludes by praying for a deeper, more active love for his brothers and sisters, mirroring the fragrance of Christ that should permeate all aspects of Christian life.
1h 4mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Understanding the New Covenant — Zac Poonen — May 3, 2023
Zac Poonen · May 7, 2023 · 1h 4m
The speaker urges Christians to read the Word of God carefully and take sin and reverence for Christ seriously, warning against becoming too familiar with Jesus. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires a foundation of the 'fear of God' before fully embracing grace, comparing this to a child who appreciates a king's favor after years of poverty. The central message is to live with deep reverence, humility, and a serious commitment to one's calling, understanding the profound gifts of the New Covenant.
2m 2sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Let Me Be a Little Kinder — RLCF Praise Live -- April 30, 2023
CFC Messages · May 1, 2023 · 2m 2s
This video features a song expressing a desire for personal spiritual growth and increased compassion. The lyrics call for the singer to be kinder, more cheerful, and to serve others better. Key themes include thinking of one's neighbor, drawing closer to God, and living a life that honors the sacrifice of Jesus.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Enter Into God's Rest — Zac Poonen — April 22, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 26, 2023 · 49m
The sermon centers on finding true rest in God amidst the constant unrest of life, comparing it to Jesus's invitation in Matthew 11:28-30. True rest is found not in a period of calm, but in following Jesus's gentle and humble yoke, which requires surrender to His will. This inner rest is a divine gift that allows believers to remain calm and centered even when surrounded by life's storms.
50mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Why God Uses Women — Zac Poonen — April 22, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 26, 2023 · 50m
The speaker emphasizes that the primary ministry for every believer is encouragement, urging listeners to encourage one another daily as long as they are alive. He warns against the deceitfulness of sin, which subtly hardens the heart, using examples like suggestive content in otherwise 'clean' media. Ultimately, the message calls for a life lived as a continuous act of gratitude to God for salvation, requiring constant vigilance and reliance on the blood of Christ, the Word, the Holy Spirit, and following the way of the cross.
15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Santosh Poonen & Dave Bertsch — April 16, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Apr 21, 2023 · 15m
The central message emphasizes that true authority, even over spiritual adversaries, comes from exact obedience to the Father, mirroring Jesus's life. The speaker draws parallels from the Centurion's faith and Jesus's relationship with the Father, arguing that this perfect obedience is the source of divine power. He challenges the listeners to apply this exact obedience to their daily lives, especially within their marriages and families.
51mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
You Have a Very Important Task in Christ's Body — Zac Poonen — April 5, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 6, 2023 · 51m
The sermon emphasizes the necessity of remaining sensitive to the Holy Spirit's guidance, comparing this spiritual awareness to keeping a lamp fueled with oil. The speaker draws from the parable of the ten virgins and Hebrews 5:11, warning that neglecting the Spirit's promptings leads to becoming 'dull of hearing.' Ultimately, he teaches that every word proceeding from God is heard through one's conscience, and actively listening to this inner voice is key to spiritual readiness for Christ's return.
29mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Sunil, Sanjay & Santosh Poonen — April 2, 2023
Sunil Poonen · Apr 5, 2023 · 29m
The speaker compares being a spiritual watchman—alert to compromise in one's life and home—to a physical watchman. He emphasizes that this ministry requires two key senses: first, listening to the Lord's reproof (as taught by Habakkuk), and second, maintaining a constant, persistent voice of advocacy (as seen in Isaiah 62). Ultimately, being a watchman means remaining vigilant and speaking out for one's family until their righteousness shines forth.
38mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God's Glory is His Goodness Which We Must Manifest to Others — Zac Poonen — April 2, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 3, 2023 · 38m
The central message is that God's glory is actually His goodness, which believers must manifest to others. Humility, exemplified by a newborn baby, is key to receiving God's grace, as sin cannot rule over those who are humble. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual life involves meditating on Scripture and prioritizing God's kingdom and goodness over worldly knowledge or achievements.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Gold, Silver, and Precious Stones — Ajay Chakravarthy — March 26, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Mar 27, 2023 · 46m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian life involves building one's life upon a solid foundation, drawing lessons from the stories of missionaries and biblical passages. The core message is that while God initiates our calling through grace, our responsibility is to actively build and complete the 'tower' He calls us to build, knowing that everything will eventually be tested by fire. The ultimate goal is to have works that remain—gold, silver, and precious stones—after this testing.
17mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & Ajay Chakravarthy— March 5, 2023
CFC Messages · Mar 10, 2023 · 17m
The central message is that for believers who have already been brought alive by Christ, the goal is not to wait for a dramatic 'revival,' but rather to maintain constant, daily obedience to Jesus. The speaker emphasizes that spiritual life requires continuous vigilance, drawing parallels from scripture passages urging believers to be sober and awake. True maturity is found in daily walking with Christ, which prevents spiritual complacency.
1h 7mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Discerning the Excellent -- Zac Poonen -- February 25, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 1h 7m
The sermon emphasizes the need for spiritual maturity, which involves discerning the difference between what is merely 'good' and what is truly 'excellent.' Drawing from Philippians 1:9-11, the speaker argues that true love, which is the foundation for this discernment, grows in knowledge and judgment. Spiritual growth requires moving beyond simply avoiding evil to actively pursuing the best and most excellent way in all aspects of life.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
7. A Helpmeet for Christ -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 1h 2m
The central message is that the primary work of Christ on Earth is building His church, which requires believers to be willing helpmeets to their Bridegroom. This involves understanding the Great Commission—making disciples, baptizing them, and teaching them to obey all of Christ's commands. The speaker warns against superficial Christianity and emphasizes that true discipleship requires a commitment to holiness, repentance, and living according to Christ's teachings.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
3. Freedom From Being Orphans -- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 52m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the full context of scripture, warning against memorizing verses without knowing their original setting to avoid misunderstanding. He contrasts this with the necessity of total commitment to God's will, drawing parallels between Jesus' unwavering dedication and the need for Christians to abandon their own will. The talk concludes by defining the church not as a collection of meetings or groups, but as a total, unwavering commitment to one another as the body of Christ.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Through Many Trials We Enter God’s Kingdom - Right Now — Zac Poonen — March 1, 2023
Zac Poonen · Mar 2, 2023 · 58m
The central message is that the ultimate purpose of gathering in a Christian meeting is not to receive words according to personal need, but rather to experience the manifest presence of Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that Christian growth involves constantly taking sides with the Holy Spirit against the self-life (flesh). He warns against seeking personal honor in ministry, urging believers instead to focus on allowing Christ to be manifest through them.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Remain Steadfast in Dying with Jesus — Santosh Poonen — February 12, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13, 2023 · 1h 2m
The speaker emphasizes that the true fear of the Lord is not a fear of punishment, but a liberating realization that leads to hating sin and departing from evil. He encourages the congregation, especially the children, to learn this foundational truth, comparing it to learning the ABCs before reading. Furthermore, he urges believers to remember and imitate the faith of those who have led them in the word, as exemplified by historical figures and mentors.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Bitter Fruit of Having Our Own Way — Ajay Chakravarthy — January 29, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 30, 2023 · 46m
The sermon warns against the danger of living by one's own will, using Proverbs 1 to illustrate that ignoring God's word leads to bitter consequences. The speaker draws parallels between Peter's severe correction by Jesus for prioritizing man's interest over God's, and Lot's choice to settle in the prosperous but doomed plain near Sodom. Ultimately, the message urges reliance on God's guidance rather than self-determination.
1h 4mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Keep Eternity in Mind in Everything You Do — Santosh Poonen — January 22, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Jan 23, 2023 · 1h 4m
The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual transformation requires an inner circumcision, which cannot be achieved by self-effort but must come through faith and surrender to God. He stresses the importance of daily Bible reading and prayer, warning against the devil's tactics to distract believers. The message concludes by urging the congregation to let the sacrifice of Christ change their daily lives, moving beyond mere emotional response to deep, life-altering commitment.
38mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Finding Strength in Jesus and Not Fainting — Olu Talabi — January 8, 2023
Olu Talabi · Jan 9, 2023 · 38m
The sermon emphasizes the necessity of persevering in good works daily, drawing from Galatians 6:9, which warns against fainting. The speaker cautions that life's persistent challenges can cause believers to become weary, leading to doubt and spiritual fatigue. True endurance requires looking forward in faith and relying on God's strength day by day, rather than being bogged down by past issues or current worldly pressures.