RLCF Praise Live — June 22, 2025

CFC Messages · Jul 3, 2025 · 33m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The sermon emphasizes approaching God with deep reverence, gratitude, and praise, acknowledging that everything belongs to Him. The speaker leads the congregation in a prayer of consecration, asking God to take control of their thoughts, words, and motives. A central theme is the cleansing power of Jesus' blood and the Holy Spirit's work to break spiritual bondage, leading to victory over sin.

Walking in Newness of Life & Seeing Things From God’s Perspective — Dave B & Chetan — April 21, 2024

CFC Messages · Apr 26, 2024 · 14m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

What's pleasing to God is FAITH that obeys Him -- in that order! #santoshpoonen youtu.be/2pU94nC-3ro

Santosh Poonen · Jun 15, 2024 · 57s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The core message is that what pleases God is not merely the act of keeping commandments, but rather the faith that leads one to keep them. The speaker contrasts God's commandments, which are not burdensome, with self-imposed legalistic burdens. True obedience flows from faith, which is the ultimate victory over the world.

The True Body of Christ is Conceived by the Holy Spirit — Santosh Poonen — October 30, 2022

Santosh Poonen · Oct 31, 2022 · 1h 10m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker emphasizes that while Jesus is willing to heal and cleanse from pain, believers must focus on the greater purpose God has for their lives, which surpasses any immediate answer or temporary suffering. He warns against the church assimilating with the world's culture, using the celebration of Halloween as a specific example. The core message is to remain pure in Christ, echoing Ephesians 5's call to have nothing to do with the works of darkness.

We Fall Down -- RLCF Praise Live -- June 29, 2025

CFC Messages · Jul 2, 2025 · 1m 59s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

This video is a worship service featuring music and congregational singing. The central theme expressed through the lyrics is acknowledging the greatness of God's mercy and love by laying down one's crowns at Jesus' feet. The repeated cry of 'Holy, holy, holy' emphasizes divine holiness.

Heaven: Jesus and the Bride in Whom He Delights - Santosh Poonen - March 18, 2018

Santosh Poonen · Mar 19, 2018 · 47m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

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.

Filled So That We Can be Poured Out for Others — Santosh Poonen — November 6, 2022

Santosh Poonen · Nov 7, 2022 · 59m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

God is Intimate with Intercessors and Identifies with Sinners -- Ajay C. & Alan T.-- May 5, 2025

CFC Messages · May 9, 2025 · 13m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker draws parallels between Abraham interceding for Sodom and Gomorrah and Jesus praying for the lost, emphasizing that God is intimate with those who intercede for others who do not realize their spiritual condition. He encourages the audience to adopt this posture of intercession rather than condemnation, mirroring Jesus' example of forgiveness for those who do not know what they are doing.

We Worship God by Being Overcomers -- Santosh Poonen -- December 7, 2025

Santosh Poonen · Dec 7, 2025 · 1h 7m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The sermon emphasizes that true spiritual health is personal and cannot be transferred from others, using analogies like rotten apples and contagious disease. The speaker urges the congregation to guard their individual spiritual state, warning that worldly focus on earthly pleasures can corrupt one's devotion to eternity. He concludes by referencing Levitical law to stress that contamination flows from the unholy to the holy, not the reverse.

Be Thou Supreme, O Jesus Christ — RLCF Praise Live — January 14, 2024

CFC Messages · Jan 18, 2024 · 4m 3s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The central prayer is a plea for Jesus Christ to be supreme in every aspect of life—including the church, family, and personal relationships. The speaker expresses a desire for Christ's supremacy over all human constructs, such as creeds, forms, words, and human love. The commitment is to die to self and live solely for Christ's will.

You Can Receive Power from Above -- Zac Poonen -- August 11, 2021

Zac Poonen · Aug 12, 2021 · 1h 7m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker emphasizes that salvation involves more than just forgiveness of sins; it requires being saved *from* sin, which is linked to being immersed in the Holy Spirit and fire. He draws parallels from scripture, noting that Paul questioned the disciples about their filling with the Holy Spirit, suggesting that true belief must manifest as an experience of the Spirit's power. Ultimately, the message is a call to seek this empowering presence from the Holy Spirit to be effective witnesses for Christ.

Do All to the Glory of God — David Bertsch — May 3, 2026

David Bertsch · May 4, 2026 · 36m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker reflects on the principle of doing everything to the glory of God, referencing 1 Corinthians 10:31. He uses the story from Judges 17-18, concerning Micah's idolatry and the establishment of a false priesthood, to illustrate how people often do what is right in their own eyes. The passage highlights the danger of religious practices that are outwardly pious but inwardly corrupt and far from true devotion to God.

For We See Jesus Enthroned On High — RLCF Praise Live — April 23, 2023

CFC Messages · May 8, 2023 · 1m 8s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

In the helpless way that you came to be forgiven come be filled! #santoshpoonen youtu.be/jeoTh-_A2x0

Santosh Poonen · May 17, 2024 · 55s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker emphasizes that just as God saved the listener from sin, He is able to fill them with the Holy Spirit. He encourages the audience to remember Psalm 81:10 and to approach God with the same open, needy heart they had when seeking forgiveness. The central message is to ask God to fill them with the Holy Spirit in the same way they were filled with grace when forgiven.

God Wants to Bless Us and Make Us a Blessing -- Zac Poonen -- June 2, 2021

Zac Poonen · Jun 3, 2021 · 46m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

How God Evaluates a Church - Zac Poonen - August 26, 2018

Zac Poonen · Aug 26, 2018 · 53m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

youtu.be/w8232_hVEH8 #santoshpoonen Acts1:8

Santosh Poonen · Jan 8, 2026 · 1m 1s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker emphasizes that true witness to Christ requires being filled with the Holy Spirit, even for those who cannot speak. He shares a personal realization that his efforts as a Christian were insufficient until he genuinely sought and received the fullness of the Holy Spirit. This fullness is necessary for one's life to truly bear witness to Christ.

Without Faith it is Impossible to Please God - Ajay Chakravarthy - July 30, 2018

Ajay Chakravarthy · Aug 3, 2018 · 46m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

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.

Breathe On Me, Breath of God -- RLCF Praise Live -- August 10, 2025

CFC Messages · Aug 20, 2025 · 1m 48s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

This video is a worship session featuring the song "Breathe on Me, Breath of God." The central theme is a plea for the Holy Spirit's presence to purify the heart and guide the singer toward holiness. The lyrics express a desire to live a life pleasing to God and to remain connected to divine life.

Our Heavenly Father Disciplines Those He Loves — Ajay Charkravarthy — September 14, 2025

Ajay Chakravarthy · Sep 15, 2025 · 50m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The sermon emphasizes that enduring discipline is a sign of God's love and is necessary for spiritual maturity, drawing heavily from Hebrews 12. The speaker urges listeners to run the race of faith with endurance, fixing their eyes on Jesus who endured the cross. He illustrates this by referencing David's experience with a famine, showing that sometimes hardship points to a specific sin that needs addressing.

A Soul Who Would be Like the Master -- RLCF Praise Live -- May 18, 2025

CFC Messages · May 24, 2025 · 3m 55s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

This appears to be a worship or praise session focusing on the exemplary life and ministry of Jesus Christ. The lyrics praise Jesus for his powerful teachings, healing miracles, and ultimate sacrifice. The central theme is emulating the master's life, which involved prayer, compassion for humanity, and a willing sacrifice.

Words of Encouragement -- Dave Bertsch & David Lane -- December 5, 2021

David Lane · Dec 10, 2021 · 13m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The message emphasizes that true Christian peace comes from diligence and focusing on God's love, rather than succumbing to fear or anxiety. The speaker draws heavily on scripture, quoting passages about being found in peace (2 Peter 3:14), the Spirit of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7), and the assurance that Jesus' yoke is light. Ultimately, the core message is to build oneself up in the holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit, and keeping oneself in God's perfect love, which casts out fear.

The "Maximum" Christian - Zac Poonen - June 29, 2013

Zac Poonen · Jul 1, 2013 · 54m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker emphasizes that while the blood of Christ is necessary for salvation, a genuine fullness of the Holy Spirit is essential for living a life pleasing to God on Earth. He distinguishes between 'life' (living according to Christ's principles) and 'ministry' (the work done by the body of Christ). Furthermore, he warns that salvation alone is insufficient; the quality of one's life's work will be tested by fire at Christ's return, not the quantity.

1 Timothy 1:15 Paul meant it when he said he was the worst sinner: https://youtu.be/8PE19N6oXM4

CFC Messages · Nov 28, 2025 · 1m 1s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker discusses Paul's profound realization of his own sinfulness after growing closer to Jesus. Paul's deep understanding of sin, revealed by God, led him to view even minor sins, like speaking back to a high priest, as worse than heinous crimes. This illustrates the transformative power of knowing God's standard of holiness.