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55mAjay Chakravarthy · Dec 1
51mAjay Chakravarthy · Sep 29
47mAjay Chakravarthy · Dec 29
48mAjay Chakravarthy · Aug 4
31mAjay Chakravarthy · Dec 11
47mAjay Chakravarthy · Nov 6
37mAjay Chakravarthy · Aug 21
49mAjay Chakravarthy · Feb 27
41mAjay Chakravarthy · Apr 25
1h 0mAjay Chakravarthy · Nov 23
39mAjay Chakravarthy · Feb 18
22mAjay Chakravarthy · Aug 21
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.
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Ajay Chakravarthy · sin victory
55mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Dec 1, 2025 · 55m
The sermon draws lessons from Isaiah 6 and Numbers 16, emphasizing the privilege of the redeemed to see God and the necessity of taking a stand between life and death. The speaker urges the congregation to be content with what they have, free from the love of money, and to repent, as life is brief and one must be prepared for judgment. The central message is to live in a state of readiness and repentance.
51mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Sep 29, 2025 · 51m
The speaker uses parables from John 5 and Luke 13 to emphasize that Jesus has the power to free people from long-standing sin and hopelessness, just as He did for the man at the pool and the woman bent by a spirit. He then shifts to two future warnings—Jonah and Solomon—arguing that the current opportunity to repent is greater than the one given to Nineveh. He urges the audience to take the current word of Christ seriously and forgive anyone they have held a grudge against, as they may face a reckoning similar to the people of Nineveh.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Dec 29, 2024 · 47m
The speaker uses the analogy of packing up belongings when moving to illustrate the need to leave behind sin and worldly attachments as we enter a new season of life. He draws parallels to Noah's Ark and the necessity of having a clear conscience, which he equates to a lamp. The message emphasizes that one cannot serve two masters and that a sensitive conscience is a gift that should not be neglected.
48mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Aug 4, 2024 · 48m
The sermon emphasizes that Jesus's death on the cross accomplished two things: it completely forgave our sins, blotting them out as far as the East is from the West, and it defeated Satan. Believers must understand that Jesus not only paid for sins but also rendered the devil powerless, freeing us from bondage. True understanding of scripture must lead to active faith, trusting God for provision and help in our present lives.
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Dec 11, 2023 · 31m
The sermon warns against Satan's tactics of deception, using biblical examples like the temptation in the Garden of Eden and the warning in Romans 8. The central message is that believers must not be deceived into thinking they can live in sin or according to the flesh without consequence. Instead, the speaker emphasizes that living by the Spirit leads to eternal life, while sin leads to death.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Nov 6, 2023 · 47m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian life is a process of continuous growth, illustrated by the concept of moving 'from faith to faith' and 'grace upon grace.' He uses the analogy of the door, referencing Jesus' declaration, and draws a parallel to the Passover observance in Egypt. Just as the blood on the doorposts protected the Israelites, believers must remain within the safety of Christ's door, acknowledging and removing all sin (leaven) to be protected.
37mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
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.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
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.
41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Apr 25, 2022 · 41m
The sermon emphasizes the necessity of spiritual preparation for eternity, urging listeners to live today in a way that honors God. Key points include the importance of confessing sins to cleanse one's conscience through the blood of Christ, and the absolute necessity of forgiving others, as this is a question that will be asked in eternity. The speaker uses King Asa as an example of a righteous life lived in preparation for God's judgment.
1h 0mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Nov 23, 2020 · 1h 0m
The sermon uses the story of the Samaritan woman at Jacob's well (John 4) to warn against being complacent or secure in one's current spiritual state, symbolized by the 'mountain of Samaria.' True spiritual life requires confronting hidden sin and realizing one's need for Jesus, who reveals the truth in a way that leads to genuine repentance, rather than merely maintaining comfortable religious routines.
39mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Feb 18, 2019 · 39m
The sermon uses biblical examples, such as David's confrontation with sin and Jesus' parables, to illustrate that God uses 'mirrors' to reveal our hidden sins. The central message is that before judging or correcting others, we must first honestly examine our own hearts. The speaker emphasizes that we must apply the spiritual advice and truth we give to others to ourselves first, echoing the command to 'physician, heal thyself.'
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Aug 21, 2018 · 22m
The speaker addresses the common struggle of feeling tempted even after conversion, refuting the idea that baptism or the filling of the Holy Spirit eliminates sin. He uses an analogy of the 'old man' versus the 'new man' to illustrate that while sin's power is broken at the cross, the believer must actively guard their heart and continually rely on God's Word and the Holy Spirit for strength to overcome recurring temptations.