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46mGold, Silver, and Precious Stones — Ajay Chakravarthy — March 26, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Mar 27
16mWords of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & Chetan Chadalavada — March 19, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Mar 24
30mRLCF Praise Live — March 19, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Mar 22
1h 8mRepenting of Christian Idols to Truly Know Christ — Santosh Poonen — March 19, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Mar 20
4m 49sWords of Encouragement — David Lane — March 12, 2023
David Lane · Mar 17
37mRLCF Praise Live (with Children's Songs) — March 12, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Mar 15
52mA Sure Foundation — Ajay Chakravarthy — March 12, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Mar 13
17mWords of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & Ajay Chakravarthy— March 5, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Mar 10
1h 7mDiscerning the Excellent -- Zac Poonen -- February 25, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
1h 4m6. Contentment -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
26m9. The Church That Jesus is Building -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
1h 2m7. A Helpmeet for Christ -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
59m2. The Works That Jesus Did-- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
24m8. Raising Godly Children -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
54m5. Faith When We Have Failed -- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
51mThe Exchange Christ Offers -- Zac Poonen -- March 4, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
1h 7m4. The Faith of Jesus -- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
52m3. Freedom From Being Orphans -- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
58m1. Secure in God Our Father -- Zac Poonen -- February 27, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
38mRLCF Praise Live — March 5, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Mar 8
1h 3mFour Lessons from Biblical Revivals — Santosh Poonen — March 5, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Mar 6
23mWords of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & Santosh Poonen— February 26, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Mar 3
58mThrough Many Trials We Enter God’s Kingdom - Right Now — Zac Poonen — March 1, 2023
Zac Poonen · Mar 2
28mRLCF Praise Live — February 26, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Mar 1
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Gold, Silver, and Precious Stones — Ajay Chakravarthy — March 26, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Mar 27, 2023 · 46m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian life involves building one's life upon a solid foundation, drawing lessons from the stories of missionaries and biblical passages. The core message is that while God initiates our calling through grace, our responsibility is to actively build and complete the 'tower' He calls us to build, knowing that everything will eventually be tested by fire. The ultimate goal is to have works that remain—gold, silver, and precious stones—after this testing.
16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & Chetan Chadalavada — March 19, 2023
CFC Messages · Mar 24, 2023 · 16m
The speaker warns against the danger of idolatry, extending the concept to spiritual things like fellowship or even the abundance of religious truth. Drawing from Luke 12, he emphasizes that having much truth or knowledge requires much accountability, warning against spiritual complacency or 'gluttony' of messages. He concludes by urging believers to stand firm against the devil's schemes by putting on the full armor of God, referencing the spiritual battle described in Ephesians 6.
30mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — March 19, 2023
CFC Messages · Mar 22, 2023 · 30m
The service is a worship experience centered on praising God for His love, grace, and healing power. The message emphasizes that believers should not be led by feelings but by faith, remembering that God's love is constant even through trials. The service concludes with prayers for spiritual strength, freedom from sin, and a greater outpouring of the Holy Spirit for the church and homes.
1h 8mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Repenting of Christian Idols to Truly Know Christ — Santosh Poonen — March 19, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Mar 20, 2023 · 1h 8m
The speaker warns that Christians often fall into the trap of seeking Jesus for only specific needs—such as forgiveness, an experience, or doctrinal understanding—and then moving on without fully committing. He emphasizes that Jesus desires more than just these isolated blessings, urging listeners to let Him direct their paths and to repent fully. The message draws a parallel to the people of Athens, who were surrounded by idols, warning against having spiritual idols that prevent a full commitment to Christ.
4m 49sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — David Lane — March 12, 2023
David Lane · Mar 17, 2023 · 4m 49s
The speaker emphasizes the incomparable nature of God, citing Deuteronomy 33:26 to establish that no one can compare to Him. He draws heavily from Romans 5:6-8 and Romans 8:31-32 to illustrate that God demonstrated His love by dying for us while we were still sinners. This unparalleled act of grace inspires a deep gratitude and a desire to give one's whole life wholeheartedly to God.
37mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live (with Children's Songs) — March 12, 2023
CFC Messages · Mar 15, 2023 · 37m
This video is a worship service featuring multiple songs and a dedicated time of prayer. The prayer focuses on surrendering one's lives and steps to God's divine plan, asking for the filling of the Holy Spirit, and praying for healing, unity in marriage and family, and the church to be a light in the world. The overall message emphasizes reliance on God's grace and Spirit.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Sure Foundation — Ajay Chakravarthy — March 12, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Mar 13, 2023 · 52m
The core message centers on the necessity of building one's Christian life upon the sure foundation of God's initial love and grace, rather than merely accumulating religious activities. The speaker uses the analogy of the church at Ephesus, which neglected its first love, and illustrates the concept through the life of Mephibosheth, emphasizing that true strength comes from acknowledging God's foundational love. Ultimately, the message calls for a return to the source of faith, which is God's prior love for us.
17mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & Ajay Chakravarthy— March 5, 2023
CFC Messages · Mar 10, 2023 · 17m
The central message is that for believers who have already been brought alive by Christ, the goal is not to wait for a dramatic 'revival,' but rather to maintain constant, daily obedience to Jesus. The speaker emphasizes that spiritual life requires continuous vigilance, drawing parallels from scripture passages urging believers to be sober and awake. True maturity is found in daily walking with Christ, which prevents spiritual complacency.
1h 7mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Discerning the Excellent -- Zac Poonen -- February 25, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 1h 7m
The sermon emphasizes the need for spiritual maturity, which involves discerning the difference between what is merely 'good' and what is truly 'excellent.' Drawing from Philippians 1:9-11, the speaker argues that true love, which is the foundation for this discernment, grows in knowledge and judgment. Spiritual growth requires moving beyond simply avoiding evil to actively pursuing the best and most excellent way in all aspects of life.
1h 4mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
6. Contentment -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 1h 4m
The speaker contrasts Old Testament faith, which focused on material victories, with New Testament faith, which requires giving thanks even when circumstances haven't changed. True spiritual growth requires not only godliness but also contentment, which means accepting the boundaries God sets for our lives, including our finances. By submitting totally to God and living contentedly, believers can resist the devil and find freedom from discouragement and debt.
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.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
7. A Helpmeet for Christ -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 1h 2m
The central message is that the primary work of Christ on Earth is building His church, which requires believers to be willing helpmeets to their Bridegroom. This involves understanding the Great Commission—making disciples, baptizing them, and teaching them to obey all of Christ's commands. The speaker warns against superficial Christianity and emphasizes that true discipleship requires a commitment to holiness, repentance, and living according to Christ's teachings.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
2. The Works That Jesus Did-- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 59m
The central message is that true spiritual change and the ability to do 'greater works' than Jesus are achieved through the gift of the Holy Spirit, not merely through external miracles. Jesus's works encompassed his entire life, not just the three and a half years of recorded miracles. The ability to do greater works refers to an internal transformation—becoming one with Christ—which is impossible without the Spirit's indwelling.
24mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
8. Raising Godly Children -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 24m
The central message is that raising children is a sacred trust from God, requiring faith from parents, similar to how Moses' parents protected him. The speaker emphasizes that every child is a gift from God, and parents must treat their children as such, recognizing that receiving a child in Jesus' name is equivalent to receiving Christ. Furthermore, while children teach us humility, the process of raising them requires continuous prayer and discipline to overcome sin's nature.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
5. Faith When We Have Failed -- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 54m
The speaker emphasizes that effective ministry requires humility, urging believers not to elevate themselves over others. A core message is that genuine faith is built by studying God's Word, as man cannot live by bread alone. Furthermore, he draws a critical distinction between falling into sin and having faith fail, asserting that the failure of faith is the more serious spiritual danger.
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.
1h 7mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
4. The Faith of Jesus -- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 1h 7m
True faith is not merely intellectual agreement with facts, but a deep, experiential reality that allows one to think and view life from a heavenly, God-centered perspective. The speaker emphasizes that this heavenly mindset is received through the Holy Spirit, contrasting it with the limited, earthly concerns often seen in believers' attitudes toward money and material things. To possess this faith means living in a way that reflects Christ's mindset, even in daily life.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
3. Freedom From Being Orphans -- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 52m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the full context of scripture, warning against memorizing verses without knowing their original setting to avoid misunderstanding. He contrasts this with the necessity of total commitment to God's will, drawing parallels between Jesus' unwavering dedication and the need for Christians to abandon their own will. The talk concludes by defining the church not as a collection of meetings or groups, but as a total, unwavering commitment to one another as the body of Christ.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
1. Secure in God Our Father -- Zac Poonen -- February 27, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 58m
The central message is that true spiritual maturity involves developing a deep concern for what grieves God, moving beyond mere personal concerns. The speaker emphasizes that a mature Christian's primary concern should be the honor of Christ's name, which is dishonored by the way believers live in their relationships, work, and families. He concludes by urging believers to cultivate a heart sensitive to God's heart, noting that unaddressed relational issues are more concerning to God than minor external disturbances.
38mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — March 5, 2023
CFC Messages · Mar 8, 2023 · 38m
The service was a worship experience centered on acknowledging God's sovereignty and faithfulness, even amidst trials. Key themes included recognizing the need for constant dependence on God, drawing strength from Jesus' sacrifice, and earnestly asking the Holy Spirit for power, boldness, and greater faith for daily living and intercession. The congregation also lifted up those in spiritual battle, sickness, and those who are distant from God.
1h 3mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Four Lessons from Biblical Revivals — Santosh Poonen — March 5, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Mar 6, 2023 · 1h 3m
The speaker cautions against relying on supernatural events or revival meetings for genuine spiritual change, emphasizing that the Bible remains the only source for lasting repentance. True spiritual growth comes from wholeheartedly seeking the Lord daily, not from external movements. The call is to take God's Word seriously and use the Bible as the primary means of drawing closer to Christ.
23mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & Santosh Poonen— February 26, 2023
CFC Messages · Mar 3, 2023 · 23m
The speaker encourages listeners to find rest in the assurance that God provides for their daily needs, drawing parallels from God's care for animals and the Israelites. He emphasizes that true entry into God's Kingdom is impossible by human strength and requires profound humility, echoing the story of Hezekiah. Ultimately, the message calls for believers to maintain a posture of humility, trusting in God's provision even when He seems to withdraw to test them.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Through Many Trials We Enter God’s Kingdom - Right Now — Zac Poonen — March 1, 2023
Zac Poonen · Mar 2, 2023 · 58m
The central message is that the ultimate purpose of gathering in a Christian meeting is not to receive words according to personal need, but rather to experience the manifest presence of Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that Christian growth involves constantly taking sides with the Holy Spirit against the self-life (flesh). He warns against seeking personal honor in ministry, urging believers instead to focus on allowing Christ to be manifest through them.
28mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — February 26, 2023
CFC Messages · Mar 1, 2023 · 28m
This service was a worship experience focused on praise, revival, and recommitment to Christ. Key themes included recognizing the sacrifice of praise, seeking revival in dead areas of life, and dedicating one's entire life and ambitions to God's will. The service concluded with prayers for spiritual warfare, unity in marriage, healing, and guidance in daily life.