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44mLed by the Spirit of God - Olu Talabi - October 27, 2019
Olu Talabi · Oct 28
9m4 Personal Testimony Questions with Zac Poonen - March 10, 2009
Zac Poonen · Oct 14
41mWalking with God - Olu Talabi - October 6, 2019
Olu Talabi · Oct 6
35mRLCF Praise Live & Weekly Memory Verses - September 29, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Sep 30
15mWords of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & Dave Bertsch - September 29, 2019
Olu Talabi · Sep 30
34mRLCF Praise Live & Weekly Memory Verses - September 22, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Sep 23
43mStep by Step to Perfection - Zac Poonen - September 22, 2019
Zac Poonen · Sep 23
42mBe Like a Little Child - Zac Poonen - September 15, 2019
Zac Poonen · Sep 16
18mWords of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & David Lane - September 1, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Sep 2
43mShe Said, "Yes, I Will Go" - Ajay Chakravarthy - September 1, 2019
Ajay Chakravarthy · Sep 2
41mRLCF Praise Live with Children's Songs & Weekly Memory Verses - August 18, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Aug 19
1h 8mDiscipleship Testimonies by Single Young Adults - August 11, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Aug 13
28mPractically Loving One Another - Bobby McDonald - August 11, 2019
Bobby McDonald · Aug 13
36mA Disciple Who Lives With Jesus - Jeremy Utley - July 28, 2019
Jeremy Utley · Jul 29
27mRLCF Praise Live & Weekly Memory Verses - July 21, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jul 24
31mWords of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & Santosh Poonen - July 21, 2019
Olu Talabi · Jul 24
27mWords of Encouragement - Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane - July 7, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jul 16
21mWords of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & Dave Bertsch - June 23, 2019
Olu Talabi · Jul 15
42mFollowing and Abiding in Jesus - Olu Talabi - July 7, 2019
Olu Talabi · Jul 15
44mThe Rise and Fall of Ephesus - Ajay Chakravarthy - June 30, 2019
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jul 15
1h 0mGood and Bad Examples of Fathers in the Bible - Zac Poonen - June 16, 2019
Zac Poonen · Jul 11
55mThe Responsibility of Fathers - Zac Poonen - June 16, 2019
Zac Poonen · Jul 8
54mDiscipleship, and Love for God and for One Another - Zac Poonen - June 9, 2019
Zac Poonen · Jun 10
1h 5mThe Anointing of the Holy Spirit - Zac Poonen - May 25, 2019
Zac Poonen · Jun 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.
44mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Led by the Spirit of God - Olu Talabi - October 27, 2019
Olu Talabi · Oct 28, 2019 · 44m
The speaker draws from Romans 8:14, emphasizing that those led by the Spirit of God are the true sons of God. He distinguishes between being a 'child of God' by faith and being 'the Son of God,' suggesting the latter implies a maturity characterized by continuous growth in obedience to the Father's will. The central message is the necessity for believers to actively desire to hear God's voice daily and live in obedience to the Spirit's guidance, mirroring Christ's life of maturing devotion.
9mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
4 Personal Testimony Questions with Zac Poonen - March 10, 2009
Zac Poonen · Oct 14, 2019 · 9m
The speaker recounts his journey to Christianity, noting that his initial conversion experience lacked a dramatic event, leading him to seek deeper assurance. He found initial study in scripture insufficient for overcoming sin and sought the power of the Holy Spirit, eventually realizing the importance of following the way of the Cross. He concludes that the Christian life is a process of continuous, imperfect spiritual progression toward Christ-likeness.
41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Walking with God - Olu Talabi - October 6, 2019
Olu Talabi · Oct 6, 2019 · 41m
The sermon centers on Micah 6:8, emphasizing that God requires three things from us: to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with God. The speaker argues that outward religious acts, like sacrifices, are secondary to the condition of the heart. True devotion is found in an obedient heart that seeks to walk daily with the Lord Jesus Christ, which brings comfort and strength through the Holy Spirit.
35mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live & Weekly Memory Verses - September 29, 2019
CFC Messages · Sep 30, 2019 · 35m
The service focused heavily on worship, praise, and deep personal prayer, emphasizing the mercies of the Lord and the joy of God's creation. Key themes included total surrender to God's will, confessing all sins—known and unknown—and embracing the call to discipleship by taking up the cross daily. The message encouraged believers to rely on the resurrection power of Jesus and trust in God's grace to purify their hearts.
15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & Dave Bertsch - September 29, 2019
Olu Talabi · Sep 30, 2019 · 15m
The central message emphasizes that the essential test of Christian life is patient endurance, continuing to walk faithfully with Christ even when circumstances or feelings are difficult. The speaker draws heavily from Romans 2:7 and James 5:7-11, urging the audience to obey and continue in God's calling through patience, using the examples of the farmer and the prophets who endured suffering.
34mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live & Weekly Memory Verses - September 22, 2019
CFC Messages · Sep 23, 2019 · 34m
This service is a worship session focusing on the supreme sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who willingly took the highest honor and died for humanity. The message emphasizes that true discipleship requires a complete surrender of all ambitions, plans, and desires to Christ. Attendees are encouraged to pray for spiritual needs, reconciliation in relationships, and to live daily in the reality of being crucified with Christ.
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Step by Step to Perfection - Zac Poonen - September 22, 2019
Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2019 · 43m
The Christian life is a continuous journey toward perfection, not an overnight event. While being born again is a start, believers must actively press on to become more like Christ, which involves self-examination and repentance. This process is likened to the sun rising, gradually brightening until Christ's return, and it requires overcoming temptations and purifying oneself daily.
42mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Be Like a Little Child - Zac Poonen - September 15, 2019
Zac Poonen · Sep 16, 2019 · 42m
The sermon addresses the question of who is greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven, contrasting worldly notions of greatness with Jesus' teaching. Jesus taught that to enter the Kingdom, one must be converted and humble oneself like a little child, rather than striving for earthly or perceived spiritual greatness. The speaker emphasizes that true greatness in God's sight requires abandoning worldly ideas of achievement and embracing childlike humility.
18mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & David Lane - September 1, 2019
CFC Messages · Sep 2, 2019 · 18m
The speaker discusses the concept of the Bride of Christ preparing for the marriage supper of the Lamb, drawing from Revelation 19. While acknowledging that salvation is by grace through Christ's righteousness, the message emphasizes that believers are also called to active preparation. This preparation involves yielding to trials and temptations, as faith is refined like gold, ensuring one is ready for the Lord's return.
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
She Said, "Yes, I Will Go" - Ajay Chakravarthy - September 1, 2019
Ajay Chakravarthy · Sep 2, 2019 · 43m
The sermon uses the biblical narrative of Rebecca to illustrate the characteristics of a true bride, emphasizing that she must be devoted to the bridegroom and willing to leave everything to follow him. The speaker further emphasizes that this devotion requires discipline, citing examples of brothers who intentionally sacrificed time and effort to meet with the Lord, and concludes by urging the congregation to imitate this diligent pursuit of God.
41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live with Children's Songs & Weekly Memory Verses - August 18, 2019
CFC Messages · Aug 19, 2019 · 41m
The service was a celebration of faith, focusing on praise, worship, and remembering God's presence. Key themes included recognizing God's constant rejoicing over the congregation, the importance of knowing God's will, and the call to discipleship. The service concluded with prayers for parents to guide their children in their faith, acknowledging the need for the Holy Spirit's guidance.
1h 8mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Discipleship Testimonies by Single Young Adults - August 11, 2019
CFC Messages · Aug 13, 2019 · 1h 8m
The testimonies shared focus on spiritual growth, recognizing God's work in one's life, and overcoming internal struggles. Key themes include exalting in the Lord's promises, finding peace and purpose even amidst unrest, and realizing God's patient, loving nature as a Father. Several speakers emphasized the need for deep gratitude and reliance on God's grace rather than self-effort.
28mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Practically Loving One Another - Bobby McDonald - August 11, 2019
Bobby McDonald · Aug 13, 2019 · 28m
The speaker emphasizes that true love, as commanded by Jesus, is demonstrated practically through action, moving beyond mere religion or rules. Drawing parallels from a story about a father teaching his children to love an adopted brother, he argues that love requires sacrifice, patience, and actively rooting for another person's spiritual progress, not just their mere existence. The ultimate goal of Christian love is leading others toward abundant, eternal life in Christ.
36mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Disciple Who Lives With Jesus - Jeremy Utley - July 28, 2019
Jeremy Utley · Jul 29, 2019 · 36m
The central message is that true discipleship is defined by the inward reality of living with Jesus, rather than focusing on outward works like preaching or casting out demons. The speaker emphasizes that the primary focus should be on enjoying and dwelling in Jesus's love, which is the defining characteristic of a disciple. He contrasts this with the disciples' initial misunderstanding of their calling, urging the audience to prioritize their relationship with Christ.
27mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live & Weekly Memory Verses - July 21, 2019
CFC Messages · Jul 24, 2019 · 27m
The sermon encourages listeners to live with gratitude, recognizing that God is the God of today and has a plan for their lives, which can only be hindered by unbelief. It emphasizes casting all cares on God and praying for spiritual healing, reconciliation in relationships, and a constant desire for righteousness. The message concludes by contrasting self-serving service with true ministry, which is empowered by the Holy Spirit to proclaim freedom and good news.
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & Santosh Poonen - July 21, 2019
Olu Talabi · Jul 24, 2019 · 31m
The central message emphasizes that true greatness in God's kingdom is found not in worldly recognition or authority, but in humble service, mirroring Christ's example. The speaker draws parallels between Jesus teaching humility (Matthew 18:4) and finding rest through following the 'ancient path' of humility (Jeremiah 6:16 and Matthew 11:29). Ultimately, one must adopt the mindset of a servant, whose worth is found in serving Christ regardless of recognition.
27mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane - July 7, 2019
CFC Messages · Jul 16, 2019 · 27m
The speaker uses the biblical examples of Ruth and Orpah, and Paul's conversion, to illustrate the difference between a temporary commitment and a lasting devotion to Christ. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires a willingness to
21mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & Dave Bertsch - June 23, 2019
Olu Talabi · Jul 15, 2019 · 21m
The central message emphasizes that sustaining the Christian life requires continuous filling with the Holy Spirit, as natural strength is insufficient. The speaker draws from John 6 to illustrate that while outward appearance might suggest wellness, true life and zeal come only from the Spirit. Therefore, believers must continually go back to the Lord to receive this divine power to persevere faithfully to the end.
42mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Following and Abiding in Jesus - Olu Talabi - July 7, 2019
Olu Talabi · Jul 15, 2019 · 42m
The sermon emphasizes the critical importance of both following and abiding in Jesus, drawing from Luke 9:23 and John 15:5. The speaker warns against the danger of becoming a 'mixed multitude'—those who join the faith without genuine commitment to follow God's specific laws and will. True discipleship requires a complete denial of one's own will and a constant, moment-by-moment abiding in Christ, rather than merely professing belief.
44mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Rise and Fall of Ephesus - Ajay Chakravarthy - June 30, 2019
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jul 15, 2019 · 44m
The sermon uses the history of the church in Ephesus to illustrate spiritual lessons, comparing it to the sinking of the Titanic. The speaker emphasizes that natural gifting and eloquence, as seen with Paulus, are insufficient for God's work without the filling of the Holy Spirit. Furthermore, the example shows that initial interest in the word is not the true test; the true test is whether people are willing to obey the word when it convicts them, rather than becoming hardened or disobedient.
1h 0mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Good and Bad Examples of Fathers in the Bible - Zac Poonen - June 16, 2019
Zac Poonen · Jul 11, 2019 · 1h 0m
The sermon examines biblical examples of fathers, contrasting negative examples like Adam's lineage with positive models. The speaker emphasizes that while training a child in the right way is crucial, the ultimate example of faithfulness is Noah, who preached righteousness for 120 years without lowering standards, demonstrating that the church is the only thing that will remain through judgment.
55mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Responsibility of Fathers - Zac Poonen - June 16, 2019
Zac Poonen · Jul 8, 2019 · 55m
The sermon emphasizes the commandment to honor father and mother, noting it is the first commandment with a promise of well-being. The speaker stresses that fathers must actively teach their children to obey and honor their parents from a very young age. He warns against only seeing the faults of others, using examples like Ham and the black dot on a whiteboard, to encourage recognizing the good in parents.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Discipleship, and Love for God and for One Another - Zac Poonen - June 9, 2019
Zac Poonen · Jun 10, 2019 · 54m
The sermon emphasizes that true discipleship requires complete commitment, exemplified by the commitment to God above all earthly relationships. Drawing from John 17:23, the speaker highlights that Jesus prayed for his disciples so that they might be perfect in unity, allowing the world to know God's love for them. Following this, the speaker details the cost of discipleship using Luke 14, explaining that 'hating' family members in this context means prioritizing Christ above all other loves.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Anointing of the Holy Spirit - Zac Poonen - May 25, 2019
Zac Poonen · Jun 4, 2019 · 1h 5m
The central message is that effective service and ministry are not about personal initiative but about being guided by the Holy Spirit, mirroring how Jesus was led by the Father. The speaker uses examples from scripture, such as Jesus's ministry and Peter's healing, to illustrate that divine timing and obedience to guidance are more impactful than independent action. Ultimately, all believers are called to serve the Lord in their unique ministry within the body of Christ by listening for the Spirit's direction.