The Compromise of Cain - Santosh Poonen - July 31, 2017

Santosh Poonen · Aug 20, 2017 · 47m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker urges young adults to remain uncompromisingly dedicated to God, emphasizing that true worship is presenting one's body as a living and holy sacrifice, as stated in Romans 12:1. He warns against being misled by superficial religious experiences, such as elaborate music or emotional fervor, which can act like a faulty compass leading one astray from God's Word. Knowing God's Word is presented as the only reliable guide for setting the course of one's life.

The Baptism in the Holy Spirit - The Genuine and the Counterfeit -- Zac Poonen -- September 11, 2021

Zac Poonen · Sep 12, 2021 · 1h 4m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker emphasizes that the baptism in the Holy Spirit is a transformative experience that goes beyond mere behavioral improvement, requiring a deep, internal change of heart devoted to God. He stresses that this experience is not for everyone but is specifically for those who are desperately thirsty for more than their current comfortable Christian life. True desire for the Spirit is what draws one to Christ, just as one seeks forgiveness for sin.

Ezekiel 36:22-27 #holyspirit #santoshpoonen #rlcf Full message at: https://youtu.be/al-jQeR9dCQ

Santosh Poonen · Nov 15, 2024 · 1m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

God's provision is not based on humanity's perfect behavior but on His grace, as exemplified by His promise to put His Spirit within people even when they are profaning His name. The central message is that God desires to restore His people so they will walk in His ways and honor His name. This restoration is achieved through the filling of the Holy Spirit.

The Power of the Holy Spirit in the Daily Grind (Parting Exhortation) - Sunil Poonen - June 22, 2026

Sunil Poonen · Jul 2, 2026 · 11m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker urges listeners to seek the Holy Spirit daily, warning against mistaking temporary emotional excitement for true spiritual presence. Drawing from Jacob's wrestling match at Peniel and Jesus' life in ordinary circumstances, he emphasizes that genuine encounters with God require brokenness and a commitment to discipleship beyond exciting moments. Ultimately, believers must rely on God's word through all seasons—wilderness, ordinary, or 'Bethel' days—knowing that true sustenance comes from what proceeds out of God's mouth.

Session 7: One Who Values Fellowship with God - Zac Poonen - May 24, 2014

Zac Poonen · May 25, 2014 · 1h 4m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The Holy Spirit Upon and Within - Zac Poonen - September 5, 2015

Zac Poonen · Sep 5, 2015 · 45m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The sermon distinguishes between the Old Covenant experience of the Holy Spirit, which only produced outward ministry, and the New Covenant experience, where the Spirit dwells within the heart. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life involves the Spirit filling the heart, which is contrasted with merely having the Spirit 'upon' one. He warns that outward ministry or gifts without inner transformation will be rejected by God on the last day.

Let’s Be a Servant to God Through Obedience & Seeking His Approval — Olu T & Allan D — June 9, 2024

CFC Messages · Jun 14, 2024 · 15m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The central message is that humanity is inherently a slave—either to sin, which leads to death, or to God's righteousness through obedience, which leads to life. While resisting God's commandments feels like freedom, it is actually slavery to something else. True ability to keep God's commandments is impossible in natural strength and requires the enabling power of the Holy Spirit. The speaker urges the congregation to cry out for this Spirit's help to pursue God's will.

A Healthy Husband-Wife Relationship -- Zac Poonen -- October 24, 2021

Zac Poonen · Oct 25, 2021 · 1h 11m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

#blessed #discipline Job5:17 Full message: youtu.be/yYcukhZZOvY

CFC Messages · Feb 11, 2025 · 57s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The Holy Spirit desires that you view Jesus' discipline as a source of joy, similar to how one might appreciate being corrected by a loving shepherd. The message warns that discipline can come through godly people, bosses, or any circumstance, and the response matters. Believers should respond to loving rebuke with gratitude, echoing Job 5:17, rather than defensiveness.

Building the Church as the Journey into the Most Holy Place - Santosh Poonen - September 27, 2020

Santosh Poonen · Sep 28, 2020 · 55m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The central message is that following Jesus means actively building His church, which involves making disciples and fulfilling the Great Commission. The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate ambition for believers, both in life and in heaven, must be to please the Lord, as all actions will be accounted for at the judgment seat of Christ. Therefore, building the church must be rooted in pleasing God personally, rather than merely belonging to a specific denomination or organization.

Jesus Det Eneste -- RLCF Praise Live -- September 15, 2024

CFC Messages · Sep 18, 2024 · 2m 28s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

This video appears to be a worship service featuring praise music dedicated to Jesus. The lyrics express adoration for Jesus as the only one holy, recognizing His fullness of glory, love, and truth. The song also contains pleas for deliverance from suffering and guidance to walk according to God's will.

Brokenness and Compassion - Zac Poonen - May 24, 2015

Zac Poonen · May 26, 2015 · 1h 30m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The Holy Spirit: Fire & River - Santosh Poonen - March 22, 2015

Santosh Poonen · Mar 22, 2015 · 54m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

RLCF Praise Live - December 22, 2019

CFC Messages · Dec 26, 2019 · 29m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The More Excellent Covenant - Santosh Poonen - December 1, 2019

Santosh Poonen · Dec 2, 2019 · 48m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The central message is that Christian life, particularly striving to be like Jesus, cannot be accomplished by human strength or effort, like a car trying to refuel itself. True ability to live a life of love and holiness comes only from God's Spirit, requiring us to cry out to Him rather than relying on self-effort. This dependence on God's divine power is compared to the infinite gap between human ability and God's wisdom.

Blessed is the One Who is Not Offended by Jesus — Ajay Chakravarthy — August 13, 2023

Ajay Chakravarthy · Aug 13, 2023 · 16m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker contrasts Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus after years of association, with Mary, who remained humble and receptive to Jesus's words. He argues that the root cause of getting offended with God or others is pride, which makes one resistant to correction. True discipleship, exemplified by Mary, involves humility and obedience, even when facing reproach or misunderstanding.

2. The Holy Spirit Reveals the Hidden Life of Jesus — Zac Poonen — August 24, 2024

Zac Poonen · Aug 26, 2024 · 1h 5m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

God's Glory is His Goodness Which We Must Manifest to Others — Zac Poonen — April 2, 2023

Zac Poonen · Apr 3, 2023 · 38m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

If you live fully depending on God, then you are truly pleasing to Him #spoonen youtu.be/Vuc4xi02aSk

Santosh Poonen · Jun 6, 2024 · 1m 1s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

True pleasing to God comes not from self-righteous endurance or merely 'making it through' difficult times, but from genuine dependence on the Lord. The speaker contrasts self-sufficiency with true faith, arguing that returning to God after failure and admitting need is the posture that pleases Him. The core message is to live a life wholly dependent on God, regardless of past struggles or current perfection.

The Holy Spirit's Help Today -- Olu Talabi -- February 7, 2021

Olu Talabi · Feb 8, 2021 · 38m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker warns that the devil is actively working to bring division and confusion to the body of Christ because he knows his time is short. He urges the congregation to remain sober, vigilant, and ready for the imminent return of Jesus Christ. The central message is to observe the signs around us, learning from the parable of the fig tree, and to remain focused on Christ's return despite worldly distractions and scoffers who doubt the promise.

Jesus Det Eneste (Jesus the Only One) — RLCF Praise Live — June 2, 2024

CFC Messages · Jun 5, 2024 · 2m 35s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

This video is a worship piece focusing on the supreme nature of Jesus Christ. The lyrics praise Jesus as the only one, emphasizing His holiness, glory, and power. The song expresses a deep yearning for divine guidance, protection from earthly struggles, and a desire to live solely for God's glory.

RLCF Praise Live -- April 6, 2025

CFC Messages · Apr 12, 2025 · 21m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The sermon emphasizes the enduring goodness of God, even through the darkest trials, drawing comfort from the good news of Christ's sacrifice. It encourages the congregation to confess sin and seek cleansing through God's word, ultimately calling for a life dedicated to holiness and surrender to God's will.

Unquenchable Love of the Holy Spirit — Ajay Chakravarthy — June 4, 2023

Ajay Chakravarthy · Jun 5, 2023 · 54m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The sermon emphasizes the unquenchable nature of God's love, comparing it to a fire or the light of the sun which cannot be extinguished by any force. The speaker uses scripture, referencing Song of Solomon 8:7 and Romans 5:5, to illustrate that this divine love, exemplified by Jesus, remains constant despite opposition or hardship. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to reflect on this enduring, powerful love.

#HolySpirit #eager #marriage #santoshpoonen Full message: youtu.be/XG4bGS9iRbE

Santosh Poonen · Mar 14, 2025 · 1m 1s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker encourages the audience not to be discouraged by the imperfections of others, urging them instead to be honest with God about their struggles. The central message is that God desires to give believers a genuine, spirit-filled life, which is the only true Christian life available.