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51mJesus: Savior, Baptizer, Forerunner -- Zac Poonen -- August 1, 2021
Zac Poonen · Aug 2
18mWords of Encouragement -- July 18, 2021
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jul 24
44mKnowing God By Listening to His Voice Daily -- Santosh Poonen -- July 4, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Jul 5
24mWords of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & Dave Bertsch -- June 27, 2021
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jun 30
46mThe Kingdom of Light and the Kingdom of Darkness -- Olu Talabi -- June 27, 2021
Olu Talabi · Jun 28
19mWords of Encouragement -- Olu Talai & Chetan Chadalavada -- June 20, 2021
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jun 27
22mWords of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & Dave Bertsch -- June 13, 2021
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jun 20
19mWords of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane -- June 6, 2021
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jun 11
50mFollowing Jesus without Comparing Ourselves with Others -- Olu Talabi -- June 6, 2021
Olu Talabi · Jun 7
19mWords of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & Chetan Chadalavada -- May 16, 2021
Ajay Chakravarthy · May 22
1h 14mHow to be Ready for the Lord's Return -- Zac Poonen -- May 8, 2021
Zac Poonen · May 9
37mRLCF Praise Live (with Children's Songs) -- May 2, 2021
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 5
44mBlessed Are the Peacemakers (Message to Women) -- Annie Poonen -- April 21, 2021
Annie Poonen · Apr 22
21mWords of Encouragement -- April 11, 2021 -- Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Apr 17
36mBuild on Jesus, the Rock -- Olu Talabi -- April 11, 2021
Olu Talabi · Apr 14
1h 34mGlobal Online Meeting Q&A -- Zac Poonen -- April 10, 2021
Zac Poonen · Apr 13
20mWords of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane -- April 4, 2021
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Apr 9
17mWords of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & Dave Bertsch -- March 28, 2021
Ajay Chakravarthy · Apr 3
52mYou Cannot Glorify God if You Seek Man's Approval -- Santosh Poonen -- March 28, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Mar 29
16mWords of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & Olu Talabi -- March 14, 2021
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Mar 20
20mReaching Forward to What Lies Ahead -- Zac Poonen -- March 14, 2021
Zac Poonen · Mar 17
1h 6mDiscerning the Spirit of Babylon -- Zac Poonen -- March 13, 2021
Zac Poonen · Mar 14
20mWords of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane -- March 7, 2021
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Mar 11
58mStrengthened Through Trials to Strengthen Others -- Zac Poonen -- March 3, 2021
Zac Poonen · Mar 4
August 5 | Daily Devotion | Idolatry Is Spiritual Adultery | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Zac Poonen teaches that idolatry constitutes spiritual adultery against God, drawing a parallel between unfaithfulness in marriage and unfaithfulness in our devotion to God. The message calls believers to recognize idolatry in their lives and turn from it in repentance to restore their relationship with God.
51mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Jesus: Savior, Baptizer, Forerunner -- Zac Poonen -- August 1, 2021
Zac Poonen · Aug 2, 2021 · 51m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life is sustained not by the physical presence of Jesus, but by the indwelling Holy Spirit, which is superior to Jesus' temporary physical presence. He warns against deception, particularly the false understanding that the Holy Spirit's work is merely speaking in tongues, asserting instead that the Spirit's work is to make one holy. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to embrace the steady, bright growth promised by the 'path of the righteous,' which is an inheritance from God.
18mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- July 18, 2021
CFC Messages · Jul 24, 2021 · 18m
The central message warns against a spiritual danger in the last days: people will consume vast amounts of information and learn many things but will never come to a true knowledge of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires more than just hearing sermons; it demands applying the truth to one's life, leading to visible authority and freedom. He urges the audience to move beyond mere 'learning sessions' by actively pondering the Word and measuring their lives against the teachings of Jesus.
44mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Knowing God By Listening to His Voice Daily -- Santosh Poonen -- July 4, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Jul 5, 2021 · 44m
The speaker emphasizes that the true understanding of the Gospel is that Jesus died so that believers should no longer live for themselves, but for Him. He draws a parallel between discerning God's voice and discerning the truth of the cross, warning that worldly wisdom or personal morality is insufficient for spiritual discernment. Ultimately, consistent daily walk with Christ is what allows one to distinguish the voice of Jesus from all other influences.
24mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & Dave Bertsch -- June 27, 2021
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jun 30, 2021 · 24m
The speaker warns against spiritual complacency, using scripture to caution that those who become lukewarm risk falling away, much like a boat drifting without an anchor. He emphasizes that believers are called to be untainted witnesses in the world, interacting with people who are struggling with hidden pain. Ultimately, the lasting impact of a godly life is that even those who don't follow may remember the witness and experience a spiritual turning point later.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Kingdom of Light and the Kingdom of Darkness -- Olu Talabi -- June 27, 2021
Olu Talabi · Jun 28, 2021 · 46m
The sermon centers on the two crucial questions Paul asked Jesus—"Who are you?" and "What do you want me to do?"—and the corresponding response Jesus gave him in Acts 26:15-18. The speaker emphasizes that this divine response is for all believers, calling them to be witnesses who turn people from darkness to light. Furthermore, he notes that Jesus reveals Himself to those who love Him, keep His commandments, and actively obey His word, citing John 14:21.
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Olu Talai & Chetan Chadalavada -- June 20, 2021
CFC Messages · Jun 27, 2021 · 19m
The speaker emphasizes that truly knowing God as Father is not just intellectual knowledge but an experience gained through times of testing and chaos. He draws heavily on Luke 10 and John 14, stressing that this deep knowledge comes through following Christ and keeping His commandments. Furthermore, he encourages the congregation to practice asking God in faith, referencing Matthew 7:7, and warns against the danger of worldly love weakening one's faith, citing the example of Demas.
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & Dave Bertsch -- June 13, 2021
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jun 20, 2021 · 22m
The speaker encourages the audience to desire a life that reflects the 'fragrance of heaven' in all areas—work, home, and church—by being authentic in all settings. Drawing parallels from the Bible, he emphasizes that just as Queen of Sheba traveled from the ends of the earth to meet Solomon, believers should seek deep, personal encounters with the Lord, trusting Him with our difficult questions and circumstances. The ultimate goal is to have an experience so profound that it becomes a powerful testimony, like the Queen who said, 'I did not believe the reports until I came and my eyes saw it.'
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane -- June 6, 2021
CFC Messages · Jun 11, 2021 · 19m
The speaker urges the audience to diligently guard their hearts against bitterness, jealousy, and complacency, emphasizing that God has a specific purpose for each individual. He draws parallels from scripture, noting that every member of the body of Christ is necessary, and encourages listeners to adopt the 'heart of a father'—one that rejoices in the success of others rather than competing with them. The central message is to remain patient and focused on fulfilling one's God-given purpose.
50mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Following Jesus without Comparing Ourselves with Others -- Olu Talabi -- June 6, 2021
Olu Talabi · Jun 7, 2021 · 50m
The central message warns against the danger of comparing oneself to others, as this limits what God can do in one's own life. Instead, the speaker urges believers to constantly ask God two vital questions: 'Who are you, Lord Jesus?' to deepen personal knowledge of Christ, and 'What will you have me do?' to focus on the specific work God has called them to accomplish. True focus must remain on Christ and His calling, not on the achievements of others.
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & Chetan Chadalavada -- May 16, 2021
Ajay Chakravarthy · May 22, 2021 · 19m
The speaker argues that true fullness of the Holy Spirit is not evidenced by external miracles or gifts, but by an internal life characterized by obedience and dependence on God. He uses Jesus' life—who was fully spirit-filled yet lived an ordinary life—as the primary example. Ultimately, the evidence of a spirit-filled person is a deep longing to know and abide with the Lord, recognizing that one cannot do anything on their own.
1h 14mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
How to be Ready for the Lord's Return -- Zac Poonen -- May 8, 2021
Zac Poonen · May 9, 2021 · 1h 14m
The speaker encourages listeners to develop the habit of memorizing hymns, noting that these can be spiritually strengthening, much like memorizing scripture. Regarding readiness for the Lord's return, he cautions that merely claiming to be Christian is insufficient; true readiness requires a deep, committed engagement to Christ, symbolized by being faithful to the covenant made at the outset. He warns against spiritual complacency, comparing it to the foolish virgins who were unprepared for the bridegroom's arrival.
37mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live (with Children's Songs) -- May 2, 2021
CFC Messages · May 5, 2021 · 37m
The service featured worship music and children's songs, focusing on themes of Jesus's return and the nature of Christian life. Key messages included living as Jesus lived, the power of Jesus breaking through darkness and sin, and the importance of embodying the Fruit of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control). The service also emphasized gathering in Jesus's name.
44mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Blessed Are the Peacemakers (Message to Women) -- Annie Poonen -- April 21, 2021
Annie Poonen · Apr 22, 2021 · 44m
The sermon emphasizes the role of peacemakers, drawing parallels to biblical teachings and modern life challenges. It speaks about maintaining peace within the home and community, suggesting that peacemaking is a continuous effort required in difficult times. The message encourages listeners to embody the spirit of peace in all aspects of life.
21mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- April 11, 2021 -- Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane
CFC Messages · Apr 17, 2021 · 21m
The Lord desires for us to come to Him in our moments of desperation, much like the woman who sought healing from Jesus after all other physicians failed her. The speaker warns that in the Christian life's final stretch, distractions—like social media—will try to keep us from finishing the race by building our lives on the sand rather than the rock. Ultimately, we must heed the call to know the Lord personally.
36mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Build on Jesus, the Rock -- Olu Talabi -- April 11, 2021
Olu Talabi · Apr 14, 2021 · 36m
The central message is that Jesus Christ is the unshakable Rock and Cornerstone upon whom believers must build their lives. The speaker emphasizes that in a constantly changing world, one must remain steadfastly focused on Christ, resisting distractions from technology or life's busyness. True spiritual growth requires continuous effort to dig deeper into knowing God.
1h 34mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Global Online Meeting Q&A -- Zac Poonen -- April 10, 2021
Zac Poonen · Apr 13, 2021 · 1h 34m
The central message is that receiving the fullness of the Holy Spirit requires a radical, maximum-effort attitude of gratitude, rather than merely aiming for the minimum requirements to get to heaven. The speaker uses the analogy of a house with many rooms, emphasizing that believers must willingly open every area of their lives—including finances and habits—to the Spirit, as locking any door prevents the Spirit from filling that part of their life.
20mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane -- April 4, 2021
CFC Messages · Apr 9, 2021 · 20m
The central message emphasizes the necessity of spending dedicated time in the Lord's presence, comparing the tendency to be distracted by worldly tasks to Martha. The speaker draws parallels from scripture, noting that Jesus himself needed to withdraw and pray alone, and advises that this time with God must be a conscious, prioritized effort, not automatic. He concludes that consistent time in God's presence prevents worldly distractions and sin from becoming appealing.
17mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & Dave Bertsch -- March 28, 2021
Ajay Chakravarthy · Apr 3, 2021 · 17m
The message encourages believers to resist the temptation to seek approval from people, drawing parallels between Jesus's ministry and personal life. True fulfillment comes not from public recognition or ministry success, but from living for the approval of God alone. The speaker emphasizes that on the final day, only the Lord's opinion matters, urging the congregation to prioritize God's will over human praise.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
You Cannot Glorify God if You Seek Man's Approval -- Santosh Poonen -- March 28, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Mar 29, 2021 · 52m
The central message is that true discipleship requires seeking God's approval rather than the applause or acceptance of people. The speaker draws parallels between Jesus's life and the Old Testament prophets, emphasizing that believers in the New Covenant must live at a higher standard, devoted solely to the Kingdom of Heaven. This devotion means prioritizing Christ above all earthly relationships, even family, and being willing to walk alone in faith.
16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & Olu Talabi -- March 14, 2021
CFC Messages · Mar 20, 2021 · 16m
The central message is a call to move away from spiritual lukewarmness and self-reliance, urging listeners to embrace complete dependence on God. Drawing parallels from scripture—Jacob wrestling with God, the warning to Laodicea, and Paul correcting Peter—the speaker emphasizes that true spiritual life requires humility and a willingness to be corrected. The ultimate hope is that the Lord is building His church with those who remain in complete dependence on Him, mirroring the remnant described in Jeremiah.
20mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Reaching Forward to What Lies Ahead -- Zac Poonen -- March 14, 2021
Zac Poonen · Mar 17, 2021 · 20m
The sermon focuses on the danger of spiritual complacency, using the Laodicean church as an example of those who feel they have 'need of nothing.' The speaker emphasizes that true Christian hope is not merely seeing Christ at His return, but rather becoming completely like Him in thought, motive, and attitude. This requires a daily, purifying pursuit of Christ's standard, moving beyond self-satisfaction to a state of constant spiritual need.
1h 6mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Discerning the Spirit of Babylon -- Zac Poonen -- March 13, 2021
Zac Poonen · Mar 14, 2021 · 1h 6m
The message contrasts the 'harlot' Babylon with the 'bride' who represents the faithful disciples of Jesus. Spiritual adultery is defined as claiming to be Christian while being unfaithful to Christ, often through friendship with the world system. The speaker emphasizes that loving the world—defined as the lust of the flesh, eyes, and pride of life—is enmity toward God, and true devotion is found in doing the will of God, leading to eternal life.
20mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane -- March 7, 2021
CFC Messages · Mar 11, 2021 · 20m
The central message emphasizes that true humility is not merely an outward appearance but a deep, internal disposition tested by obedience. The speaker draws from Philippians 2 and Psalm 131, asserting that genuine humility means thinking of others as more important than oneself, being obedient even to small requests, and maintaining a childlike dependence on God. This internal humility is what God truly sees, unlike worldly perception.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Strengthened Through Trials to Strengthen Others -- Zac Poonen -- March 3, 2021
Zac Poonen · Mar 4, 2021 · 58m
The sermon emphasizes that the Christian body, established by the Holy Spirit, is composed of many diverse members, each with a necessary function. It cautions against feeling insignificant or believing that only certain gifts (like preaching) are valuable, pointing out that even seemingly weaker members are crucial. True church life involves actively building up the local body through mutual encouragement and utilizing the gifts God has given every believer.