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37mAccepted... Authentic... Available! - Santosh Poonen - January 6, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Jan 7
19mWords of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & David Lane - December 23, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 24
20mRLCF Praise Live - December 2, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 3
19mGod Rewards Those Who Are Unworthy - Ajay Chakravarthy - November 11, 2018
Ajay Chakravarthy · Nov 19
26mRLCF Praise Live - November 4, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Nov 5
35mRLCF Praise Live - October 21, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 29
14mWords of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & David Lane - October 21, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 22
13mWords of Encouragement - Olu Talabi, David Lane - September 23, 2018
Olu Talabi · Sep 24
31mUnveiling the Glory of Jesus - Ajay Chakravarthy - September 23, 2018
Ajay Chakravarthy · Sep 24
49mFaith to Obtain God's Promises - Zac Poonen - September 9, 2018
Zac Poonen · Sep 12
38mWords of Encouragement - David Lane, Santosh Poonen - August 26, 2018
David Lane · Aug 27
27mWords of Encouragement - Olu Talabi, Ajay Chakravarthy - August 12, 2018
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Aug 14
39mStraighten Up! Lift Up Your Head! - Santosh Poonen - August 12, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Aug 14
1h 19mThe Father is Well-Pleased When We are Secure in His Love - Santosh Poonen - August 3, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Aug 7
34mQuestions & Answers for Young Adults - Jeremy Utley - August 2, 2018
Jeremy Utley · Aug 6
46mWithout Faith it is Impossible to Please God - Ajay Chakravarthy - July 30, 2018
Ajay Chakravarthy · Aug 3
31mQuestions & Answers for Young Adults - Santosh Poonen - July 30, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Aug 2
47mA Full Salvation: Part 1: From the Penalty of Sin - Zac Poonen - July 29, 2018
Zac Poonen · Jul 31
8mGood and Faithful - Sanjay Poonen - April 8, 2018
Sanjay Poonen · Apr 20
49mFools for Jesus - Santosh Poonen - April 15, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Apr 17
47mHeaven: Jesus and the Bride in Whom He Delights - Santosh Poonen - March 18, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Mar 19
11mWords of Encouragement - David Lane - January 21, 2018
David Lane · Feb 27
45mDepending on the Father Like an Infant - Santosh Poonen - November 19, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Nov 20
12mNothing Can Harm You if You are a Follower of Christ - Olu Talabi - August 28, 2016
Olu Talabi · Jun 22
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.
37mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Accepted... Authentic... Available! - Santosh Poonen - January 6, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Jan 7, 2019 · 37m
The speaker encourages the congregation to focus on the promises of God's Word, believing that every promise must be fulfilled in each believer's life. He emphasizes that true faith is demonstrated by experiencing God's joy despite ongoing struggles. The core message revolves around three 'A's for the church: being 'Accepted' by God's immense, pre-foundation love; realizing that this love resides within us; and living in a way that reflects this divine connection.
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & David Lane - December 23, 2018
CFC Messages · Dec 24, 2018 · 19m
The Christian life is compared to a marathon requiring both faith and patience to finish according to God's will. The speaker emphasizes that true faith is a fundamental, basic confidence and trust in God's Word, exemplified by Abraham who believed without knowing the destination. Believers must keep their eyes fixed on the ultimate prize, Jesus Christ, and should expect trials, as God tests faith to prove it more precious than gold.
20mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live - December 2, 2018
CFC Messages · Dec 3, 2018 · 20m
The sermon focuses on standing firm on the promises of God when worldly things—like money, glitter, and human approval—fade away. It calls for believers to commit their lives to God, asking for deliverance from spiritual strongholds, sin, and the curse. The message emphasizes trusting God's grace for healing, financial needs, and future plans, ultimately finding true life and purpose in Him.
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God Rewards Those Who Are Unworthy - Ajay Chakravarthy - November 11, 2018
Ajay Chakravarthy · Nov 19, 2018 · 19m
The central message is that God calls out to those who are unworthy, contrasting them with those who try to satisfy themselves with worldly or religious achievements. Drawing from Isaiah 55 and John 4, the speaker argues that those who have nothing to offer are the ones who can receive God's free, satisfying 'living water.' True satisfaction comes only from acknowledging our unworthiness and coming to Christ, rather than relying on our own 'broken cisterns.'
26mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live - November 4, 2018
CFC Messages · Nov 5, 2018 · 26m
The service emphasizes constant celebration of Jesus's victory, particularly the resurrection, recognizing that this victory surpasses any current or future struggles. A key message is the call to draw near to God when burdened, as He longs to carry our weight. The sermon encourages believers to find their sufficiency and worship Him in spirit and in all aspects of life, trusting His guidance even through darkness.
35mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live - October 21, 2018
CFC Messages · Oct 29, 2018 · 35m
The sermon emphasizes that true life and power come only from Jesus Christ, contrasting it with the fleeting nature of worldly things like money or pretense. The speaker encourages the congregation to find safety and rest by hiding in Christ, acknowledging that salvation is found in trusting Him completely, as exemplified by the declaration, "I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me."
14mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & David Lane - October 21, 2018
CFC Messages · Oct 22, 2018 · 14m
The central message emphasizes that true faith and the life of victory in Christ require seeking the honor of God alone, rather than the approval or opinion of men. The speaker draws heavily on scripture, warning against trusting in human beings or the praise of man, and instead urging the audience to live before God. He concludes by noting that only the Spirit of Christ can truly discern and bring life from the Word of God, dividing the soul from the spirit.
13mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi, David Lane - September 23, 2018
Olu Talabi · Sep 24, 2018 · 13m
The central message is that the Church must strive for oneness, mirroring the unity Jesus prayed for in John 17. The speaker emphasizes that this unity is the testimony by which the world will believe that God sent Jesus. Despite current divisions and struggles, the work of Christ continues, and believers must remain steadfast, looking to Jesus as the author and finisher of their faith.
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Unveiling the Glory of Jesus - Ajay Chakravarthy - September 23, 2018
Ajay Chakravarthy · Sep 24, 2018 · 31m
The speaker argues that recognizing Jesus should not depend on physical appearance, as Scripture shows he lacked any distinguishing external features. True recognition comes from hearing his words and discerning the glory within him, which is tested today by our ability to recognize godly people and churches. The message emphasizes that faith, as seen in the blind man and the Centurion, is what truly allows one to see the divine, contrasting with those who are physically present but spiritually blind.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Faith to Obtain God's Promises - Zac Poonen - September 9, 2018
Zac Poonen · Sep 12, 2018 · 49m
The central message is that God promises to supply all our needs according to His riches in glory through Christ, not necessarily everything we want. To receive wisdom or overcome sin, one must approach God with humility, acknowledging their lack of ability, and asking in faith. The speaker emphasizes that God gives generously and never scolds, encouraging reliance on His promises during trials.
38mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - David Lane, Santosh Poonen - August 26, 2018
David Lane · Aug 27, 2018 · 38m
The speaker emphasizes that true security and devotion must rest solely in a personal love relationship with God, rather than in the church community or external religious activities. He draws heavily from Song of Solomon and John 14-15, arguing that this deep, personal love is the foundation from which genuine obedience flows, making commandments joyful rather than burdensome. Cultivating this primary relationship with Christ is presented as the most vital contribution to the church.
27mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi, Ajay Chakravarthy - August 12, 2018
CFC Messages · Aug 14, 2018 · 27m
The speaker encourages the audience to rest in the assurance that God will perfect everything concerning them, drawing from Psalm 138. He emphasizes aligning oneself with the will of God in Christ, noting that while nothing is new under the sun, those aligned with God will abide forever. A core message is to not be ashamed of the testimony of Jesus Christ, even when it involves suffering, as following Christ requires a commitment that goes beyond natural ability.
39mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Straighten Up! Lift Up Your Head! - Santosh Poonen - August 12, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Aug 14, 2018 · 39m
The central message urges believers to maintain spiritual alertness and hope, especially when facing difficult circumstances. The speaker warns against falling into self-pity, comparing it to quicksand, and instead encourages focusing on the realities of the world and the certainty of Christ's return. He concludes by emphasizing that when signs of the end times appear, believers must 'straighten up and lift up your heads' because redemption is near.
1h 19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Father is Well-Pleased When We are Secure in His Love - Santosh Poonen - August 3, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Aug 7, 2018 · 1h 19m
The speaker encourages listeners to base their lives on the foundational truth that God is always good, drawing from Psalm 136. He emphasizes that giving thanks for God's inherent goodness is different from thanking Him for specific blessings or rescues. Ultimately, he urges believers to adopt a 'big picture' perspective, trusting that God orchestrates all circumstances, even the difficult ones, for their ultimate good.
34mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Questions & Answers for Young Adults - Jeremy Utley - August 2, 2018
Jeremy Utley · Aug 6, 2018 · 34m
The speaker uses the miracle account from John 9, where Jesus uses mud and his own saliva to restore sight, to illustrate that life's ordinary, even unpleasant, circumstances can be God's anointing. He encourages the audience to embrace the
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Without Faith it is Impossible to Please God - Ajay Chakravarthy - July 30, 2018
Ajay Chakravarthy · Aug 3, 2018 · 46m
The central message is that pleasing God does not require spectacular or extraordinary acts of service; rather, it is found in living an ordinary life that is pleasing to Him. The speaker draws parallels from Jesus's life, noting that God commended Him after thirty years of ordinary living, not just during His ministry years. True discipleship involves letting people see the ordinary, faithful life being lived out, not just hearing about it.
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Questions & Answers for Young Adults - Santosh Poonen - July 30, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Aug 2, 2018 · 31m
The central message is that true love for God and obedience to His commandments flow not from manufactured effort, but as a natural reaction to the immense forgiveness and love God has shown us. The speaker uses the analogy of a rubber ball to illustrate that the greater one realizes God's undeserved grace, the more their service and giving to God will rebound. He encourages young people to recognize this profound forgiveness now, as it is the source of a life lived in Christian love.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Full Salvation: Part 1: From the Penalty of Sin - Zac Poonen - July 29, 2018
Zac Poonen · Jul 31, 2018 · 47m
The speaker shares his personal journey of faith, emphasizing that true conversion is not marked by dramatic external changes, but rather by an internal commitment that requires consistent spiritual discipline like daily Bible reading and prayer. He recounts how reading John chapter 6 led him to a profound sense of assurance that God had accepted him, contrasting this with the gradual, evidence-based faith of Thomas in John chapter 20. The central message is that belief, even without physical signs, is a profound blessing.
8mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Good and Faithful - Sanjay Poonen - April 8, 2018
Sanjay Poonen · Apr 20, 2018 · 8m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christian success is defined not by worldly achievement, but by being 'good and faithful' in all things. Drawing from the parable of the talents, the speaker urges the congregation to focus on faithfulness over mere success. He encourages believers to run the Christian life with endurance, picking themselves up after falls, and pressing on daily toward spiritual perfection until Christ returns.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Fools for Jesus - Santosh Poonen - April 15, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Apr 17, 2018 · 49m
The speaker emphasizes that believers must submit to God and resist the devil, as this action causes the devil to flee. He shares personal anecdotes of spiritual confrontations in his youth to illustrate the reality of spiritual warfare. The core message is that the power of the Word of God and genuine faith in Jesus Christ can overcome the enemy's attempts to cause panic or distraction.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Heaven: Jesus and the Bride in Whom He Delights - Santosh Poonen - March 18, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Mar 19, 2018 · 47m
The speaker discusses the balance between faith and works, using the analogy of a closed faucet to illustrate that the righteousness of Christ is already complete and available. Human effort, like opening the faucet, only allows the pre-existing water (Christ's righteousness) to flow through us; it does not create it. True Christian living involves surrendering to Christ's finished work, allowing His righteousness to flow through us, rather than trying to manufacture spiritual power through personal works.
11mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - David Lane - January 21, 2018
David Lane · Feb 27, 2018 · 11m
The speaker emphasizes that loving God with heart, soul, and mind begins by meditating on God's immense love for us. He draws from scripture, particularly Jeremiah 32, to highlight God's unwavering commitment (
45mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Depending on the Father Like an Infant - Santosh Poonen - November 19, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Nov 20, 2017 · 45m
The central message is that to truly enter and be the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven, one must adopt the childlike mentality—being unbothered by the things the world values. This requires a deep, exclusive focus on knowing God, casting aside all other attachments, including self-righteousness or worldly achievements. Becoming a new creature in Christ means recognizing and knowing no one or nothing according to the flesh.
12mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Nothing Can Harm You if You are a Follower of Christ - Olu Talabi - August 28, 2016
Olu Talabi · Jun 22, 2017 · 12m
The speaker uses the Book of Esther to illustrate that even when God is not explicitly mentioned, His hand is at work, assuring believers that nothing can harm them if they follow Christ. Key lessons include trusting God's unseen orchestration during difficult times and having the courage to stand for Christ, even if it means facing severe consequences, echoing Esther's declaration, "If I perish, I perish."