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49mSpiritual Lessons from the Birds and Beasts - Part 2: Beasts — Ajay Chakravarthy — February 26, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Feb 27
11mWords of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & David Lane — February 19, 2023
David Lane · Feb 24
15mRLCF Praise Live — February 19, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 22
50mSpiritual Lessons from the Birds and Beasts - Part 1: Birds — Ajay Chakravarthy — February 19, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Feb 20
10mWords of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & Chetan Chadalavada — February 12, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 17
25mRLCF Praise Live — February 12, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 15
1h 2mRemain Steadfast in Dying with Jesus — Santosh Poonen — February 12, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13
16mWords of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & Ajay Chakravarthy — February 5, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 10
37mRLCF Praise Live — February 5, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 8
1h 4mGod's Purpose in Our Suffering is That We May Know Him Fully — Santosh Poonen — February 5, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Feb 6
30mWords of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & Santosh Poonen — January 29, 2023
Olu Talabi · Feb 3
31mRLCF Praise Live — January 29, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 1
46mBitter Fruit of Having Our Own Way — Ajay Chakravarthy — January 29, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 30
13mWords of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & Chetan Chadalavada — January 22, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jan 27
29mRLCF Praise Live — January 22, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jan 27
1h 4mKeep Eternity in Mind in Everything You Do — Santosh Poonen — January 22, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Jan 23
17mWords of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & David Lane — January 15, 2023
David Lane · Jan 20
36mRLCF Praise Live — January 15, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jan 18
46mRivers of Living Water from Innermost Being — Ajay Chakravarthy — January 15, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 16
16mWords of Encouragement — Ajay Chakravarthy & Alan Thomas — January 8, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jan 13
20mRLCF Praise Live — January 8, 2023
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Jan 11
38mFinding Strength in Jesus and Not Fainting — Olu Talabi — January 8, 2023
Olu Talabi · Jan 9
1h 16mBeginning a New Year the Right Way — Zac Poonen — January 7, 2023
Zac Poonen · Jan 8
1h 23mGlobal Online Meeting Q&A — Zac Poonen — January 7, 2023
Zac Poonen · Jan 8
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.
11mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & David Lane — February 19, 2023
David Lane · Feb 24, 2023 · 11m
The speaker emphasizes that true love, as described in 1 Corinthians 13, does not seek its own happiness at the expense of others. He contrasts this selfless love with the world's pursuit of personal joy, and further stresses that true spiritual recognition comes not from mere association with the church or godly people, but from an intimate, Spirit-filled relationship with Jesus. Ultimately, the focus must be on knowing and understanding the Lord through humility and mercy.
15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — February 19, 2023
CFC Messages · Feb 22, 2023 · 15m
This video is a collection of worship songs praising God's greatness and enduring love. The songs repeatedly affirm that God is bigger than any mountain, problem, or fear. Key themes include finding satisfaction and joy in Christ, trusting in Jesus' promises, and recognizing the boundless nature of His grace and power.
50mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Spiritual Lessons from the Birds and Beasts - Part 1: Birds — Ajay Chakravarthy — February 19, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Feb 20, 2023 · 50m
The speaker uses the analogy of birds to illustrate that spiritual realities, like the devil and Heaven, are unseen and can only be explained by God's revelation. He draws parallels from the Old Testament (Pharaoh representing the devil's bondage) and the Parable of the Sower, emphasizing that the devil actively tries to steal God's word so that people cannot believe and bear fruit. The central message is that believers must be equipped by the Holy Spirit to resist spiritual bondage and bear much fruit for God's glory.
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.
25mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — February 12, 2023
CFC Messages · Feb 15, 2023 · 25m
The sermon emphasizes the joy and hope found in salvation and the imminent return of Jesus Christ, urging the congregation to live in anticipation of eternity. The speaker encourages believers to deepen their love for Christ through continued service and to actively pray for spiritual freedom, asking God to break the bondage of sin, addiction, and Satan's works in their lives. A specific prayer is offered for marriages, children, and a greater anointing of the Holy Spirit to bring repentance and deeper communion 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.
16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & Ajay Chakravarthy — February 5, 2023
CFC Messages · Feb 10, 2023 · 16m
The message centers on how God can use past mistakes and regrets for good, drawing heavily from the life of Paul. The speaker emphasizes that rather than dwelling on what was done ignorantly or in unbelief, believers should embrace the mercy of Christ. True repentance leads to a zeal for Christ's glory, fostering humility and a forward focus on pleasing God in the present.
37mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingRLCF Praise Live — February 5, 2023
CFC Messages · Feb 8, 2023 · 37m
This service features various worship segments focusing on God's goodness, the sufficiency of Christ, and the power of prayer. Themes explored include recognizing the presence of the Holy Spirit and understanding that one's worth is not tied to material possessions. The overall message encourages reliance on God through worship and prayer.
1h 4mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God's Purpose in Our Suffering is That We May Know Him Fully — Santosh Poonen — February 5, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Feb 6, 2023 · 1h 4m
The sermon emphasizes that true understanding of God's Lordship means recognizing that nothing good resides in us apart from Christ. Drawing from Romans 8:28, the speaker challenges the listener to believe that God can work all things—including past sins and current suffering—for good. Ultimately, the message is that even past failures can be transformed into glory when understood through the lens of Christ's finished work.
30mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Olu Talabi & Santosh Poonen — January 29, 2023
Olu Talabi · Feb 3, 2023 · 30m
The speaker emphasizes that believers must walk by faith, not by what they see or feel, drawing lessons from the contrasting examples of Abraham and Lot. He stresses that while we cannot determine the ultimate fate of a person, we must observe their life's fruit. Furthermore, the message repeatedly affirms that God's ways are good, even when human understanding cannot explain suffering, pain, or global injustice, urging trust in God's revealed commandments.
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — January 29, 2023
CFC Messages · Feb 1, 2023 · 31m
The service is a worship session focused on exalting Jesus Christ as supreme and preeminent above all else. The speakers emphasize that true joy and a happy life come not from worldly desires or personal will, but from submitting to God's will. The prayer requests cover spiritual warfare, healing for the sick, and the unity of the church, all centered on Christ's sacrifice.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Bitter Fruit of Having Our Own Way — Ajay Chakravarthy — January 29, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 30, 2023 · 46m
The sermon warns against the danger of living by one's own will, using Proverbs 1 to illustrate that ignoring God's word leads to bitter consequences. The speaker draws parallels between Peter's severe correction by Jesus for prioritizing man's interest over God's, and Lot's choice to settle in the prosperous but doomed plain near Sodom. Ultimately, the message urges reliance on God's guidance rather than self-determination.
13mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & Chetan Chadalavada — January 22, 2023
CFC Messages · Jan 27, 2023 · 13m
The message emphasizes the importance of patience, drawing examples from scripture such as the husbandman waiting for the harvest, Abraham's long wait for Isaac, and the endurance of the prophets. The speaker urges the audience to emulate this patience by looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of faith, and to apply this lesson to small, daily areas of life. Ultimately, the core message is to live with patience, hope, and a deep commitment to the truth.
29mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — January 22, 2023
CFC Messages · Jan 27, 2023 · 29m
The service focused on praising God for His goodness and faithfulness, encouraging the congregation to bless the Lord with hands lifted up. Key themes included standing on God's promises, trusting Him through doubt and fear, and acknowledging that He has done all things well. The message culminated in a call to love and submit to God, recognizing His complete salvation and victory over Satan.
1h 4mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Keep Eternity in Mind in Everything You Do — Santosh Poonen — January 22, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Jan 23, 2023 · 1h 4m
The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual transformation requires an inner circumcision, which cannot be achieved by self-effort but must come through faith and surrender to God. He stresses the importance of daily Bible reading and prayer, warning against the devil's tactics to distract believers. The message concludes by urging the congregation to let the sacrifice of Christ change their daily lives, moving beyond mere emotional response to deep, life-altering commitment.
17mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Dave Bertsch & David Lane — January 15, 2023
David Lane · Jan 20, 2023 · 17m
The central message is that God's paradise is made for those who take responsibility and blame themselves for their sins, rather than blaming others. The speaker supports this using examples from scripture, including the thief on the cross, David's confession to Nathan, and Isaiah's confession to God, all of which emphasize self-acknowledgment without justification. He urges listeners to adopt this posture of humble self-blame.
36mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — January 15, 2023
CFC Messages · Jan 18, 2023 · 36m
This service was a worship experience centered on praising Jesus as the sole message and Savior. The message emphasized that believers are entitled to the fullness of Christ's risen life and encouraged believers to overcome unbelief by trusting in God's faithfulness, referencing the 'Ebenezer' stone. The service concluded with a call to prayer, urging attendees to pour out their souls and burdens to God, finding rest in Him.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Rivers of Living Water from Innermost Being — Ajay Chakravarthy — January 15, 2023
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 16, 2023 · 46m
The message emphasizes that true spiritual power and blessing come not just from external experiences, but from being filled with the Holy Spirit from the innermost being. The speaker contrasts the temporary power of the Old Testament prophets with the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit promised through Jesus. He urges the audience to seek an internal filling so that the overflow of the Spirit can genuinely change one's life and lead to true satisfaction, unlike the fleeting pleasures of the world.
16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement — Ajay Chakravarthy & Alan Thomas — January 8, 2023
CFC Messages · Jan 13, 2023 · 16m
The sermon draws parallels between the current times and the days of Noah, emphasizing the pervasive wickedness in the world. The central message is the necessity of remaining unspotted by the world, much like Noah, by relying on the Holy Spirit to fill the innermost being. This filling empowers believers to persevere day by day, resisting the desires of the flesh and fulfilling God's promises to finish the Christian race.
20mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — January 8, 2023
CFC Messages · Jan 11, 2023 · 20m
This video is a worship service featuring multiple songs of praise and surrender. The songs focus on giving thanks for Jesus Christ, acknowledging God's throne, seeking a changed heart, and ultimately surrendering everything to Jesus. The overall theme is worship and devotion to Christ.
38mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Finding Strength in Jesus and Not Fainting — Olu Talabi — January 8, 2023
Olu Talabi · Jan 9, 2023 · 38m
The sermon emphasizes the necessity of persevering in good works daily, drawing from Galatians 6:9, which warns against fainting. The speaker cautions that life's persistent challenges can cause believers to become weary, leading to doubt and spiritual fatigue. True endurance requires looking forward in faith and relying on God's strength day by day, rather than being bogged down by past issues or current worldly pressures.
1h 16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Beginning a New Year the Right Way — Zac Poonen — January 7, 2023
Zac Poonen · Jan 8, 2023 · 1h 16m
The speaker urges listeners to remember their past need for God's grace, warning against spiritual complacency and pride. True change requires addressing the root of sin, not just its outward manifestations, and this is achieved not just by cleansing sin, but by being filled with the Holy Spirit. He emphasizes that the fullness of the Spirit is vital for a life that is both clean and actively filled with God's presence.
1h 23mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Global Online Meeting Q&A — Zac Poonen — January 7, 2023
Zac Poonen · Jan 8, 2023 · 1h 23m
The speaker emphasizes that Jesus came to call sinners to repentance, not the righteous, encouraging listeners to confess sins immediately to God and apologize to people promptly. He stresses that true change comes from humility, as God gives grace only to the humble. Furthermore, he advises that forgiveness must be a matter of the will, not merely feeling, and that God's forgiveness is complete, meaning He will not remember our sins.