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56mGive No Room To The Devil — Zac Poonen — September 6, 2023
Zac Poonen · Sep 7
37mA Longing For My Heavenly Father's Seal of Approval — Ajay Chakravarthy — August 20, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Aug 21
1h 1mLooking to Jesus for Faith That Leads to Life — Santosh Poonen — July 23, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Jul 24
4m 6sGlorious Freedom — RLCF Praise Live — July 16, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jul 19
4m 1sHe Looked Beyond / Sinner Saved By Grace — RLCF Praise Live — July 16, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jul 19
2m 55sAt Calvary — RLCF Praise Live — June 4, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jun 7
16mRLCF Praise Live — June 4, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jun 7
26mWords of Encouragement — Ajay Chakravarthy & Sunil Poonen — May 28, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jun 2
5mHe Made the Sun and Stars — RLCF Praise Live — May 28, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 31
1m 42sIt Is Finished — RLCF Praise Live — May 21, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 24
1m 22sKeep Your Tongue From Evil — RLCF Praise Live — April 23, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 8
6mJesus I My Cross Have Taken — RLCF Praise Live — April 22, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 7
4m 19sAnd Can It Be — RLCF Praise Live — April 21, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 7
1h 14mRLCF Men’s Conference 2023 Q&A — Zac Poonen — April 22, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 26
26m9. The Church That Jesus is Building -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
51mThe Exchange Christ Offers -- Zac Poonen -- March 4, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
49mSpiritual Lessons from the Birds and Beasts - Part 2: Beasts — Ajay Chakravarthy — February 26, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Feb 27
10mWords of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & Chetan Chadalavada — February 12, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 17
1h 2mRemain Steadfast in Dying with Jesus — Santosh Poonen — February 12, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13
1h 2mA Vision of Hope Framed with Gratitude -- RLCF Elders -- January 1, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jan 2
14mWords of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & Alan Thomas — November 13, 2022
Alan Thomas · Nov 18
53mAccepted by God and Keeping A Good Conscience -- Zac Poonen -- August 21, 2022
Zac Poonen · Aug 22
15mMake Sure That God is Hearing Your Prayers -- Zac Poonen -- July 27, 2022
Zac Poonen · Jul 29
1h 13m5. Pride and Humility -- Zac Poonen -- July 23, 2022
Zac Poonen · Jul 26
August 4 | Daily Devotion | The Mark Of New Covenant Blessing Is Not Wealth And Health | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
True blessing under the New Covenant is not measured by material wealth and health, but by spiritual transformation and union with Christ. The mark of God's blessing is internal holiness and a clear vision of Christ, not external prosperity.
56mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Give No Room To The Devil — Zac Poonen — September 6, 2023
Zac Poonen · Sep 7, 2023 · 56m
The sermon emphasizes that believers must actively prevent the devil from gaining any foothold in their lives, citing Ephesians 4:27. Key areas where people give room to the devil include unresolved anger, covetousness (especially regarding money and material desires), and unconfessed bitterness in the heart. The speaker urges listeners to live lives that reflect Christ's example, trusting God completely rather than relying on worldly habits or material expectations.
37mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Longing For My Heavenly Father's Seal of Approval — Ajay Chakravarthy — August 20, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Aug 21, 2023 · 37m
The speaker uses the story of Balaam to illustrate that God's approval is not based on blessings or what He has done through us, but whether He truly attests to our lives. Balaam repeatedly chose to go against God's clear warnings due to the lure of earthly rewards, leading to God's anger. Ultimately, God used Balaam to bless Israel, showing that even when we compromise, God can still use us for His purposes.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Looking to Jesus for Faith That Leads to Life — Santosh Poonen — July 23, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Jul 24, 2023 · 1h 1m
The central message is that true Christian life is sustained by faith, which is the only way to overcome the world's temptations. The speaker details three specific temptations—the lust of the eyes, the lust of the flesh, and the boastful pride of life—and emphasizes that being born of God results in overcoming these desires. Furthermore, he warns that merely having the 'form of godliness' without its power constitutes falling off the rails in one's Christian walk.
4m 6sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Glorious Freedom — RLCF Praise Live — July 16, 2023
CFC Messages · Jul 19, 2023 · 4m 6s
This video is a worship session focused on the theme of 'Glorious Freedom.' The lyrics repeatedly praise Jesus as the emancipator who sets believers free from the chains of sin, carnal affections, worldly ambitions, and negative emotions like hatred, fear, and anger. The central message is finding complete freedom and belonging in Christ.
4m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
He Looked Beyond / Sinner Saved By Grace — RLCF Praise Live — July 16, 2023
CFC Messages · Jul 19, 2023 · 4m 1s
This video appears to be a worship service featuring music and praise, centered on themes of grace and salvation. The lyrics repeatedly reference the concept of amazing grace, acknowledging that the singer's liberty and life are gifts received through God's undeserved favor. The overall message is one of gratitude for forgiveness.
2m 55sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
At Calvary — RLCF Praise Live — June 4, 2023
CFC Messages · Jun 7, 2023 · 2m 55s
This video appears to be a worship service or musical praise session centered around the theme of the crucifixion at Calvary. The lyrics and atmosphere suggest a focus on acknowledging sin and receiving grace through Jesus' sacrifice. The overall mood is one of worship and surrender to Christ.
16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — June 4, 2023
CFC Messages · Jun 7, 2023 · 16m
This video is a worship service featuring congregational singing and music. The lyrics focus heavily on themes of praising God, placing hope in Him, acknowledging sin, and celebrating the saving grace and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The overall mood is one of adoration and surrender to God's mercy.
26mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Ajay Chakravarthy & Sunil Poonen — May 28, 2023
CFC Messages · Jun 2, 2023 · 26m
The sermon warns that the world is filled with rampant sin and temptation, comparing the current era to times when sin was worse, like the days before Noah. The key to preservation is walking closely with God, as Noah did. The speaker urges listeners to resist the world's allure, echoing Jesus' temptation, by choosing to worship and serve God alone, and to embrace repentance like the Prodigal Son.
5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
He Made the Sun and Stars — RLCF Praise Live — May 28, 2023
CFC Messages · May 31, 2023 · 5m
This video is a musical worship piece celebrating the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The lyrics recount themes of God's boundless grace, Jesus's humility, his suffering to Calvary, and his ultimate victory over sin and death. The central message is gratitude for the atonement and the hope of future glory.
1m 42sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
It Is Finished — RLCF Praise Live — May 21, 2023
CFC Messages · May 24, 2023 · 1m 42s
This video appears to be a worship service or praise session centered around the declaration, "It is finished." The focus is on the completion of a significant event or struggle, suggesting a theme of victory and finality.
1m 22sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Keep Your Tongue From Evil — RLCF Praise Live — April 23, 2023
CFC Messages · May 8, 2023 · 1m 22s
This video appears to be a worship or praise session featuring music that repeatedly emphasizes the biblical admonition to keep one's tongue and lips from evil and lying. The central message, derived from the lyrics, is a call to guard one's speech and words.
6mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Jesus I My Cross Have Taken — RLCF Praise Live — April 22, 2023
CFC Messages · May 7, 2023 · 6m
The message encourages believers to meditate on the reality of their salvation and the power of the Father's smile. It urges the congregation to rise above sin, fear, and care, finding joy in every station because of the assurance of Christ's victory and the indwelling Holy Spirit.
4m 19sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
And Can It Be — RLCF Praise Live — April 21, 2023
CFC Messages · May 7, 2023 · 4m 19s
This video appears to be a worship service featuring music and praise, rather than a sermon. The lyrics focus on the overwhelming, amazing, and undeserved love of God, particularly in the context of sin and death.
1h 14mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Men’s Conference 2023 Q&A — Zac Poonen — April 22, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 26, 2023 · 1h 14m
The speaker emphasizes that Christianity is a spiritual faith, not merely an intellectual one, requiring understanding beyond the mind and soul to reach the spirit. True life change comes not from winning arguments, but from surrendering one's will to God's plan through prayer. Furthermore, the speaker advises that sin confession should be made to God and the person wronged, not to another person, and that one must focus solely on Christ rather than being discouraged by the hypocrisy of others.
26mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
9. The Church That Jesus is Building -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 26m
Jesus promised to build His church, which the gates of hell cannot overpower. The strength of the church is not measured by its size or attendance, but by the purity and quality of its members. To maintain this strength, believers must diligently guard their conscience by immediately confessing sins to God and to any person they have wronged.
51mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Exchange Christ Offers -- Zac Poonen -- March 4, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 51m
The sermon emphasizes the profound exchange that occurs when a person comes to Christ, citing 2 Corinthians 5:21 where Christ became sin for us to become the righteousness of God. The speaker urges listeners to deeply meditate on this exchange and, drawing from Hebrews 5, stresses that Jesus' prayers were heard because of a reverential fear of God. He concludes that many believers fail to overcome sin because they do not approach God with the same desperate, heartfelt cry for fellowship that Jesus demonstrated.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Spiritual Lessons from the Birds and Beasts - Part 2: Beasts — Ajay Chakravarthy — February 26, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Feb 27, 2023 · 49m
The sermon uses the analogy of Deuteronomy 25:4, concerning not muzzling an ox while plowing, to illustrate God's boundless care for humanity. The speaker argues that God's compassion shown to animals reflects an even greater care for us, promising reward for those who diligently seek Him. He contrasts this with the wages of sin, which is spiritual death, and concludes by emphasizing that humility, like that of a child, is necessary for entering God's Kingdom, contrasting it with the pride and possessions of the rich young ruler.
10mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & Chetan Chadalavada — February 12, 2023
CFC Messages · Feb 17, 2023 · 10m
The speaker encourages the congregation by focusing on biblical promises of God's perfect timing and sustaining power, drawing from Psalms 138:8 and Isaiah 40. He emphasizes that while God's power is limitless, believers must also actively participate by keeping what God has committed to them through the Holy Spirit. A significant portion of the message warns against ignoring small sins or irritations, using the metaphor of 'little foxes' to describe how minor issues can slowly destroy a relationship, such as marriage or one's walk with God.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Remain Steadfast in Dying with Jesus — Santosh Poonen — February 12, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13, 2023 · 1h 2m
The speaker emphasizes that the true fear of the Lord is not a fear of punishment, but a liberating realization that leads to hating sin and departing from evil. He encourages the congregation, especially the children, to learn this foundational truth, comparing it to learning the ABCs before reading. Furthermore, he urges believers to remember and imitate the faith of those who have led them in the word, as exemplified by historical figures and mentors.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Vision of Hope Framed with Gratitude -- RLCF Elders -- January 1, 2023
CFC Messages · Jan 2, 2023 · 1h 2m
The speaker reflects on God's faithfulness, drawing parallels between the Israelites being delivered from Egypt and the disciples calming the storm, emphasizing that God often intervenes when we reach a point of desperation. He contrasts this with the transformation of Saul into Paul, showing how God can redeem even the most sinful and outwardly religious individuals to possess the mind of Christ. The central message is that there is hope for everyone, as God has the power to transform us into the likeness and life of Christ.
14mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & Alan Thomas — November 13, 2022
Alan Thomas · Nov 18, 2022 · 14m
The sermon uses the repeated biblical accounts of the disciples arguing over who is greatest to teach that true greatness in the Kingdom of Heaven comes from humility, exemplified by a small child. The speaker emphasizes that pride is a dangerous sin, even more so than other sins, and that believers must constantly remember to be humble and rely on the Lord's guidance.
53mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Accepted by God and Keeping A Good Conscience -- Zac Poonen -- August 21, 2022
Zac Poonen · Aug 22, 2022 · 53m
The central message is that true acceptance by God is based solely on Christ's finished work, not on personal good works or moral comparison. The speaker urges listeners to return to the foundation of grace found in Romans, recognizing that all people, regardless of perceived goodness, are equally sinful. Spiritual growth requires a constant, humble pursuit of Christ-likeness, leading to the discovery of previously unknown sins.
15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Make Sure That God is Hearing Your Prayers -- Zac Poonen -- July 27, 2022
Zac Poonen · Jul 29, 2022 · 15m
The central message is that for God to hear our prayers, we must ensure there is no sin or wrong attitude in our hearts. The speaker emphasizes that harboring wickedness, wishing evil on others, or being critical breaks the connection with God. Furthermore, before presenting our prayers, we must reconcile with any person we have offended, as this is a necessary condition for acceptable prayer.
1h 13mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
5. Pride and Humility -- Zac Poonen -- July 23, 2022
Zac Poonen · Jul 26, 2022 · 1h 13m
The speaker discusses the nature of sin, arguing that the origin of sin in the universe was not in Adam's actions but in the thought of a high archangel, described in Isaiah 14 as the 'star of the morning.' He emphasizes that sin originates in the mind, not through action or word, and warns that neglecting one's thoughts will lead to a life that becomes formless and empty, mirroring the initial state of the earth.