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6mHaving Christ's Attitude to Temptation - Zac Poonen - July 30, 2011
Zac Poonen · Apr 16
1h 19mKnowing Christ's Work on the Cross Fully - Zac Poonen - April 8, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15
1h 10mKnowing Christ's Body on Earth - Zac Poonen - April 8, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15
42mQuestions & Answers - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15
1h 8mKnowing Jesus as Our Example - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15
1h 2mKnowing God as Our Father - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15
1h 4mGod Needs Men to Represent Him - Zac Poonen - April 6, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15
1h 2mKnowing God's Purpose in Our Marriages - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15
August 7 | Daily Devotion | Apart From Jesus We Can Do Nothing | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 8m · CFC Daily Devotions
Jesus declared that apart from Him we can do nothing, emphasizing the absolute necessity of abiding in Him and depending entirely on His life and power rather than on our own efforts or abilities. True fruitfulness in the Christian life comes not from human striving but from a living, continuous connection with Christ as the vine.
6mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Having Christ's Attitude to Temptation - Zac Poonen - July 30, 2011
Zac Poonen · Apr 16, 2012 · 6m
The central message is that living like Christ requires a continuous renewal of the mind, moving beyond merely being filled with the Holy Spirit. Paul stated that believers can have the mind of Christ, which is achieved by allowing the Holy Spirit to progressively change one's thought patterns. When facing temptation, one must consciously choose to think as Christ would, rather than thinking according to the ways of Adam, as this choice is what shapes one's life and character.
1h 19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingKnowing Christ's Work on the Cross Fully - Zac Poonen - April 8, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15, 2012 · 1h 19m
The sermon focuses on fully understanding the significance of Christ's work accomplished on the cross. It emphasizes that the cross is the central point of Christian understanding, representing victory and reconciliation. The message encourages a deep contemplation of what Christ achieved for believers.
1h 10mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Knowing Christ's Body on Earth - Zac Poonen - April 8, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15, 2012 · 1h 10m
The speaker emphasizes that staying deeply immersed in God's Word is the only defense against the world's deceptions, particularly from media and cultural influences. He draws heavily on Ephesians 5:25 and Matthew 16:18 to teach that Christ died not only for the individual but for the Church, which He intends to build on the rock of His confession. The message warns that any church characterized by strife or the love of money is compromised by the
42mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Questions & Answers - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15, 2012 · 42m
The speaker distinguishes between merely avoiding sin and actively hating sin, arguing that true joy and gladness come from loving righteousness, not just abstaining from wrongdoing. He also addresses spiritual authority, cautioning against imposed structures and emphasizing that true authority in the New Covenant is accepted voluntarily, like a father guiding his child, rather than being a tool for rule or control.
1h 8mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Knowing Jesus as Our Example - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15, 2012 · 1h 8m
The central message is that true security and purpose come from knowing God personally as a Father. The speaker emphasizes that the New Covenant allows believers to know God intimately, a knowledge that surpasses mere teaching. He uses the Prodigal Son and the analogy of the Trinity to illustrate that this deep, personal relationship with the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit is the foundation for living without jealousy or compromise in ministry or life.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Knowing God as Our Father - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15, 2012 · 1h 2m
The speaker emphasizes that every believer has a vital function in the Body of Christ, regardless of visibility or platform. He argues that true ministry requires humility, content cooperation, and a focus on God's Word rather than personal honor. Ultimately, he suggests that true ministry flows from deep worship, advising listeners to become worshippers first, as this state brings lasting joy and freedom from negative emotions.
1h 4mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God Needs Men to Represent Him - Zac Poonen - April 6, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15, 2012 · 1h 4m
The speaker argues that the true meaning of eternal life is not merely living forever, but rather knowing God and Jesus Christ personally, as defined in John 17:3. He critiques Christians who rely solely on quoting scripture or who exhibit spiritual ignorance, contrasting this with the life empowered by the Holy Spirit, which is the 'Living Word.' True rebirth involves an internal realization of one's adoption as a child of God, guided by the Spirit.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Knowing God's Purpose in Our Marriages - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2012
Zac Poonen · Apr 15, 2012 · 1h 2m
The speaker contrasts the revelation of God's purpose in the Old Covenant versus the New Covenant, noting that while Old Testament prophets' personal lives were largely irrelevant to their ministry, the New Covenant places significant emphasis on a believer's home life. Specifically, the speaker cites 1 Timothy 3, detailing that an elder must be above reproach, temperate, and capable of managing their own family well, a standard that would disqualify many Old Testament figures.