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1h 12mThe Church: A Testimony to Satan - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2017
Zac Poonen · Jun 10
59mDevotion to Jesus and Being God's Mouth - Zac Poonen - May 29, 2017
Zac Poonen · May 30
15mBeing a People of Vision - Santosh Poonen - May 27, 2017
Santosh Poonen · May 28
58mEntering the Promised Land - Zac Poonen - May 24, 2017
Zac Poonen · May 27
15mWords of Encouragement - Sanjay Poonen - April 16, 2017
Sanjay Poonen · Apr 18
54mLove in the Father's House - Santosh Poonen - April 16, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Apr 17
50mJesus is our Model - Santosh Poonen - April 9, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Apr 10
1h 2mBeing a Church that Seeks God's Best - Zac Poonen & Santosh Poonen - March 26, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Mar 27
44mThe Fruit, the Tree and the Treasure - Santosh Poonen - February 12, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13
39mMaking End-Year Resolutions - Santosh Poonen - January 1, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Jan 2
43mLet the Little Children Come to Me - Santosh Poonen - December 18, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Dec 20
48mIf It Dies, It Bears Much Fruit - Santosh Poonen - November 6, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Nov 7
50mThe Foundation of Jesus and the Apostles and Prophets - Santosh Poonen - October 23, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Oct 24
57mChild-Like, Not Childish - Santosh Poonen - October 2, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Oct 3
49mBehold, I Send You - Santosh Poonen - September 25, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Sep 27
58mThe Shepherds are Few - Santosh Poonen - September 4, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Sep 5
46mThe Violent Take the Kingdom of Heaven by Force - August 28, 2016
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Aug 29
1h 13mPartaking of Jesus’ Life Through Death to Our Self-Life - Zac Poonen - August 17, 2016
Zac Poonen · Aug 22
1h 8mThe Pathway to True Worship - Zac Poonen - August 14, 2016
Zac Poonen · Aug 19
1h 9mHow Many Zeroes? - Santosh Poonen - August 13, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Aug 19
1h 3mMade to Die, Made to Live - Santosh Poonen - August 9, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Aug 18
58mThe New Wine: “He Will Conquer You to Bless You” - Santosh Poonen - July 31, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Aug 2
22mThe Way Into the New Covenant Life - Zac Poonen - July 24, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jul 26
49mRescue the Oppressed and the Discouraged - Santosh Poonen - June 19. 2016
Santosh Poonen · Jun 23
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.
1h 12mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Church: A Testimony to Satan - Zac Poonen - May 28, 2017
Zac Poonen · Jun 10, 2017 · 1h 12m
The speaker emphasizes that Christian mission work should not be based on human need but on the absolute authority given to Jesus Christ in heaven and on earth. He argues that believers should live under the total authority of God, focusing solely on fulfilling the divine will rather than seeking personal honor or material gain. The ultimate goal is to complete the work God has planned for each individual.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Devotion to Jesus and Being God's Mouth - Zac Poonen - May 29, 2017
Zac Poonen · May 30, 2017 · 59m
The sermon warns that mere adherence to church roles or activities does not guarantee God's approval; true spiritual health requires maintaining one's initial, fervent love for Christ. Using the example of the church in Ephesus, the speaker emphasizes that even diligent service can become routine and lose its animating love, rendering it worthless before God. The core message is that all Christian action must spring from a pure devotion to Jesus Christ, which is the greatest commandment.
15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Being a People of Vision - Santosh Poonen - May 27, 2017
Santosh Poonen · May 28, 2017 · 15m
The speaker encourages the audience to maintain a high standard for Christian life and ministry, warning against settling for the status quo or accepting false visions, comparing them to desert mirages. He draws inspiration from Hebrews 13:7 and Mark 10, suggesting that spiritual blindness can occur even after experiencing revelation, and that believers must continually fix their eyes on Jesus to see the truth.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Entering the Promised Land - Zac Poonen - May 24, 2017
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 58m
The sermon uses the Old Testament account of the Israelites passing through the Red Sea as a warning for believers regarding spiritual discipline and perseverance. Paul emphasizes that the Christian life is a race requiring self-control, warning that even those who seem successful can be disqualified. The core message is to guard against an 'unbelieving heart'—a failure to truly believe and heed God's warnings—and to hold fast to the assurance of faith until the end.
15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Sanjay Poonen - April 16, 2017
Sanjay Poonen · Apr 18, 2017 · 15m
The speaker shares his testimony and offers encouragement on living as a true disciple in the modern world, regardless of one's profession. He emphasizes that believers must live with the mindset of being citizens of heaven, recognizing that earthly life is temporary. Key principles include maintaining godly character, working diligently in one's calling, and striving to be a visible light and salt through actions and conduct.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingLove in the Father's House - Santosh Poonen - April 16, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Apr 17, 2017 · 54m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christian life involves dwelling in the Father's love, which is characterized by obedience and relationship. It encourages believers to live in a way that reflects God's character, moving beyond mere knowledge to practical devotion.
50mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingJesus is our Model - Santosh Poonen - April 9, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Apr 10, 2017 · 50m
The sermon emphasizes that Jesus Christ serves as the ultimate model for Christian living. It encourages the congregation to emulate Jesus' character, actions, and devotion in all aspects of life. Following Jesus' example is presented as the core requirement for true discipleship.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Being a Church that Seeks God's Best - Zac Poonen & Santosh Poonen - March 26, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Mar 27, 2017 · 1h 2m
The central message is that a truly effective and meaningful life, whether for an individual, marriage, or church, is characterized by never pleasing oneself. This requires a deep commitment to seeking God's highest will, echoing the purpose of Christ's death. The speaker urges the congregation to examine their own motivations to ensure their actions are for God's glory rather than self-promotion or defense.
44mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingThe Fruit, the Tree and the Treasure - Santosh Poonen - February 12, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13, 2017 · 44m
The sermon uses the metaphor of a fruit tree to illustrate that a person's true character and spiritual life are revealed by the 'fruit' they bear. The central message is that genuine Christian life must manifest visible, good works and character traits. Believers are encouraged to cultivate a life that produces the fruit of the Spirit.
39mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Making End-Year Resolutions - Santosh Poonen - January 1, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Jan 2, 2017 · 39m
The speaker encourages the congregation to view life not through the lens of New Year's resolutions, but through the focus of how they will finish their race. True Christian living requires dying to self and putting others first, allowing God's love to flow through us. Ultimately, the speaker emphasizes that lasting change comes from seeking the Holy Spirit and focusing on finishing well, rather than just starting strong.
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Let the Little Children Come to Me - Santosh Poonen - December 18, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Dec 20, 2016 · 43m
The speaker encourages the children in attendance, emphasizing that they have an important role in the church's life. He draws parallels from scripture, noting that God recorded the little children in the Old Testament and that the church in Tyre included the whole family, including children. The central message is that God sees and values every person, including the young, and that the church's work encompasses the whole family.
48mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
If It Dies, It Bears Much Fruit - Santosh Poonen - November 6, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Nov 7, 2016 · 48m
The speaker emphasizes the necessity of both encouragement and strong exhortation in spiritual growth, noting that true growth requires confronting areas needing improvement. He challenges the younger generation to surpass the current generation in devotion to Jesus, drawing heavily on John 14:12. The core message is that believers are called to do 'Greater Works' than Jesus, which is understood to be facilitated by the sending of the Holy Spirit after Jesus ascends to the Father.
50mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Foundation of Jesus and the Apostles and Prophets - Santosh Poonen - October 23, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Oct 24, 2016 · 50m
The central message is that the greatest calling is to follow Jesus, not to build or preach, and that every believer has a responsibility to lead others into that following in their daily lives. The speaker argues that God intentionally designs different local expressions (churches) to fulfill specific functions, viewing this necessary separation not as negative division, but as part of God's divine order, similar to how the body's organs have distinct roles.
57mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Child-Like, Not Childish - Santosh Poonen - October 2, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Oct 3, 2016 · 57m
Jesus warns his disciples that they will be sent out as sheep among wolves, advising them to be shrewd as serpents and innocent as doves. The speaker cautions that the 'wolves' are not necessarily external sinners but rather religious systems or influences within the church that mimic true faith. True power comes not from outward eloquence or worldly systems, but from the indwelling life of Christ, requiring constant spiritual discernment.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Behold, I Send You - Santosh Poonen - September 25, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Sep 27, 2016 · 49m
The speaker emphasizes that effectiveness in ministry is dependent on faithfulness in small, inner areas, using the analogy of using time and money as tests of faithfulness. He contrasts the tendency to focus on external works with Jesus' call for 'Shepherds,' and draws a parallel from Isaiah's experience. Isaiah's transformation from proclaiming woes to accepting God's message is shown by first confronting his own sinfulness before being commissioned to speak God's word.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Shepherds are Few - Santosh Poonen - September 4, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Sep 5, 2016 · 58m
The speaker discusses two key promises in the New Testament: first, that believers will be saved from sin through Jesus' name, and second, that Jesus will shepherd His people. He warns that focusing only on the first promise without embracing the second—the shepherding care of Christ—can leave believers struggling and lacking in spiritual growth. True transformation requires moving into the shepherding aspect of God's promise.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Violent Take the Kingdom of Heaven by Force - August 28, 2016
CFC Messages · Aug 29, 2016 · 46m
The speaker encourages the congregation to view themselves not as mere recipients of blessings, but as active, contributing members of the Body of Christ. He emphasizes that every member has a responsibility to fulfill God's calling, contrasting this with the mentality of simply attending church to receive entertainment or sermons. True participation means actively contributing to the work of the kingdom.
1h 13mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingPartaking of Jesus’ Life Through Death to Our Self-Life - Zac Poonen - August 17, 2016
Zac Poonen · Aug 22, 2016 · 1h 13m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christian life involves a death to self, mirroring the death of Christ. Believers must actively participate in this self-denial to truly partake in Jesus' life. This process requires a deep commitment to crucifying the old self.
1h 8mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Pathway to True Worship - Zac Poonen - August 14, 2016
Zac Poonen · Aug 19, 2016 · 1h 8m
True Christian living is rooted not in seeking heaven, but in a deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, which is sustained by devotion and fellowship. The speaker emphasizes that life must be a continuous 'sacrifice of praise' to God, meaning giving thanks regardless of difficult circumstances or unanswered prayers. Furthermore, one must embrace God's plan for their life, recognizing that sacrifice and obedience, as exemplified by Christ, are essential for fulfilling God's will.
1h 9mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingHow Many Zeroes? - Santosh Poonen - August 13, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Aug 19, 2016 · 1h 9m
The sermon uses the analogy of zeroes to illustrate the concept of spiritual growth and the impact of God's Word. It emphasizes that true spiritual life is not about accumulating knowledge or achievements, but about the transformative power of God's truth working in the believer's life. The message encourages the audience to be filled with the Word so that their lives reflect God's reality.
1h 3mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingMade to Die, Made to Live - Santosh Poonen - August 9, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Aug 18, 2016 · 1h 3m
This message explores the paradox of Christian life, suggesting that our capacity to truly live for Christ is rooted in our willingness to die to self. The core message emphasizes that following Christ requires a radical surrender of self-will, leading to a life empowered by the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, the Christian life is a journey of daily crucifixion to self for the sake of resurrection life in Christ.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The New Wine: “He Will Conquer You to Bless You” - Santosh Poonen - July 31, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Aug 2, 2016 · 58m
Jesus teaches that true devotion requires more than just following rules; it demands compassion and mercy, as exemplified by his interactions with sinners. The analogy of new wine and new skins illustrates that the new covenant life cannot be contained by old ways of thinking or practice. Believers must embrace a radical transformation to live out the reality of the new covenant relationship with Christ.
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Way Into the New Covenant Life - Zac Poonen - July 24, 2016
Zac Poonen · Jul 26, 2016 · 22m
The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual power, particularly the anointing of the Holy Spirit, is sought in private devotion rather than in emotional public gatherings. He draws parallels between Jesus' anointing at the Jordan and the necessity for believers to undergo a 'death to self' to experience the power of resurrection. This means deliberately choosing to live according to Christ's will, even when it contradicts personal desires or expectations, which is the path to understanding God's truth.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Rescue the Oppressed and the Discouraged - Santosh Poonen - June 19. 2016
Santosh Poonen · Jun 23, 2016 · 49m
The speaker uses the analogy of a soccer match to illustrate that Christians often adopt a defensive mindset, merely surviving rather than aggressively attacking. He urges the audience to stop playing defense against the devil and instead adopt an offensive posture, remembering that the true church's authority comes from Christ's confession, allowing believers to attack the gates of hell. The central message is to move from merely surviving to actively winning the spiritual battle.