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1h 5mFulfilling the Law of Christ — Santosh Poonen — July 12, 2026
Santosh Poonen · Jul 13
1m 1syoutu.be/YwE93CV6PPk #santoshpoonen Ephesians5:11 Having nothing to do with the works of darkness
Santosh Poonen · Mar 21
1m 1syoutu.be/Tsn6z-3LTro #santoshpoonen He loves you, knowing all that you've done and all you will do
Santosh Poonen · Mar 6
1m 1syoutu.be/4TrIHngWVGA #santoshpoonen If Jesus said not to do something, that's sin!
Santosh Poonen · Mar 5
1h 0mWill You Stand in the Gap for Others -- Santosh Poonen -- February 15, 2026
Santosh Poonen · Feb 15
1m 1syoutu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen Malachi4:6 Galatians3:13
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13
57sFull message: https://youtu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13
59syoutu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen Grace isn't "unmerited favor", but it is power to overcome sin
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13
1m 1syoutu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen If truth tells me about sin, grace sets me free from it!
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13
54syoutu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen The proof that sin is serious is that Jesus had to die for mine
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13
57syoutu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen A church that preaches again sin
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13
32mXi Shengmo (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- January 28, 2026
Santosh Poonen · Jan 29
1h 7mWe Worship God by Being Overcomers -- Santosh Poonen -- December 7, 2025
Santosh Poonen · Dec 7
1m 1sI can never be proud of what God has done: https://youtu.be/GeiZ6vWzvwY #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 29
1mMatt13:22 Fill every part of your life with God's Word: https://youtu.be/hS9NBjSbbMQ #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 26
57s1 Corinthians 13:7 Don't allow the Devil any foothold: https://youtu.be/fDRsTEQd_Pg #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 25
1mLeviticus 1:4 Lay your hand on the head of the offering. https://youtu.be/fDRsTEQd_Pg #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 25
55sJames 4:11 The only Judge is God : https://youtu.be/b0af6coPwU8 #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 23
1m 1sDon't fall for the Devil's bait of false humility: https://youtu.be/b0af6coPwU8 #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 23
1mRomans6:14 #humility = #grace = #overcoming : https://youtu.be/b0af6coPwU8 #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 23
1m 1sZech12:10 Sin becomes utterly detestable! Full message: https://youtu.be/RIWNI6g8baE #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 21
1m 1sActs 5:3, 1 Cor 14:25 Full message: https://youtu.be/MLiZvhMw5jo #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 20
1m 1s1Tim6:16 God's light exposes all pretense. Full message: https://youtu.be/MLiZvhMw5jo #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 20
1m#feedomLeviticus 28:40-41, Luke 4:18-19 Full message: https://youtu.be/sbCKiwgkw8w #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 20
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.
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River of Life Christian Fellowship · Santosh Poonen · sin victory
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Fulfilling the Law of Christ — Santosh Poonen — July 12, 2026
Santosh Poonen · Jul 13, 2026 · 1h 5m
The speaker emphasizes the power of God's Word, noting that it is active and feared by the devil, which should encourage believers to memorize and speak scripture boldly. He contrasts the idea of being 'under no law' after Christ's fulfillment with the reality that Christians are now under a new law, stressing that standing for truth requires acknowledging judgment both from God and upon ourselves.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
youtu.be/YwE93CV6PPk #santoshpoonen Ephesians5:11 Having nothing to do with the works of darkness
Santosh Poonen · Mar 21, 2026 · 1m 1s
The speaker urges Christians to be highly aware of the spiritual dangers surrounding them, warning them not to participate in the 'works of darkness' like Halloween. He emphasizes that believers must remain alert and sober because the enemy is actively trying to attack them, and they should not give him any opportunity.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
youtu.be/Tsn6z-3LTro #santoshpoonen He loves you, knowing all that you've done and all you will do
Santosh Poonen · Mar 6, 2026 · 1m 1s
The speaker contrasts human relationships, where deep secrets might jeopardize love, with the unconditional love of God. He emphasizes that God knows every aspect of a person—their past sins and future failings—yet He remains faithful and loving. This highlights the depth and certainty of God's acceptance.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
youtu.be/4TrIHngWVGA #santoshpoonen If Jesus said not to do something, that's sin!
Santosh Poonen · Mar 5, 2026 · 1m 1s
The speaker establishes that if Jesus explicitly forbids an action, that action constitutes sin, setting a clear standard for believers. The focus of the church should not be merely on people seeking heaven, but rather on those desiring freedom from sin and striving to emulate Jesus in every aspect of life. He challenges the congregation to pursue a life characterized by zero impatience, anxiety, and unbelief, mirroring Christ's character.
1h 0mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Will You Stand in the Gap for Others -- Santosh Poonen -- February 15, 2026
Santosh Poonen · Feb 15, 2026 · 1h 0m
The sermon contrasts the world's pursuit of fleeting outward beauty with the lasting beauty found in a holy life, drawing from Psalm 96. The speaker warns that both the world and even the religious community can backslide, citing Ezekiel 22 to show pervasive sin. The core challenge is to maintain a clear distinction between the holy and the profane, resisting the devil's attempt to blend the sacred with the secular.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
youtu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen Malachi4:6 Galatians3:13
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13, 2026 · 1m 1s
The speaker emphasizes that understanding Jesus' sacrifice should lead to a deeper hatred for sin, not a casual attitude toward it. By fixing one's eyes on the reality of Jesus bearing our sin, the believer should feel a profound reverence and desire to live differently. This understanding prevents the false belief that sin can be treated lightly because Christ paid the penalty.
57sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Full message: https://youtu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13, 2026 · 57s
True reverence for God is an internal attitude of the heart that permeates all aspects of life, whether one is singing, working, or watching a movie. The evidence of this reverence is an immediate and instinctive recoil when a flicker of sin appears, demonstrating a constant awareness of God's presence. This internal reverence ensures that one's life remains appropriately focused on the divine.
59sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
youtu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen Grace isn't "unmerited favor", but it is power to overcome sin
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13, 2026 · 59s
True grace is not merely unmerited favor, but rather the power to overcome sin. The speaker warns against counterfeit understandings of grace, such as believing that current blessings like health or financial stability equate to divine favor. The definitive proof that one is under God's grace is that sin no longer has power over their life, as stated in Romans 6:14.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
youtu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen If truth tells me about sin, grace sets me free from it!
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13, 2026 · 1m 1s
True teaching on sin must be constant and urgent, like an alarm clock that cannot be snoozed. The speaker warns against preaching that only addresses sin occasionally without pointing to the liberating grace of God. Genuine gospel preaching must continuously call people to take sin seriously and point them toward freedom in Christ.
54sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
youtu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen The proof that sin is serious is that Jesus had to die for mine
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13, 2026 · 54s
The gravity of sin is proven by the necessity of Jesus Christ's death. If sin were merely a matter of personal improvement or discipline, Jesus would not have needed to die. The fact that he had to endure separation from the Father on the cross to atone for sin demonstrates the profound seriousness of sin.
57sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
youtu.be/K12p3cPvvas #santoshpoonen A church that preaches again sin
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13, 2026 · 57s
The speaker urges listeners to choose a church that boldly preaches against sin, comparing such a preacher to a comprehensive doctor. He criticizes preachers who hesitate to address all sins due to fear of offending people who are comfortable in their sin. Ultimately, the choice of spiritual guidance should not be based on the preacher's pleasant demeanor.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Xi Shengmo (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- January 28, 2026
Santosh Poonen · Jan 29, 2026 · 32m
This biography recounts the life of S. Shenmo, a scholar who initially struggled with sin, intellectual emptiness, and addiction despite his high status. After experiencing profound spiritual distress, he was drawn to the missionaries, particularly David Hill, whose presence brought him peace and revealed the truth. Through this encounter, he began his journey toward faith, demonstrating how God works through seemingly unlikely means to bring people to Christ.
1h 7mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
We Worship God by Being Overcomers -- Santosh Poonen -- December 7, 2025
Santosh Poonen · Dec 7, 2025 · 1h 7m
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.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
I can never be proud of what God has done: https://youtu.be/GeiZ6vWzvwY #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 29, 2025 · 1m 1s
The speaker uses the analogy of speed—comparing running to sitting in a car—to illustrate that any victory achieved through faith is not due to personal effort. He emphasizes that when God grants victory over sin, the believer realizes they had no part in it, only that God filled them with the power of the Holy Spirit.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Matt13:22 Fill every part of your life with God's Word: https://youtu.be/hS9NBjSbbMQ #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 26, 2025 · 1m
The sermon uses the parable of the sower to illustrate that the heart can have limited space for God's Word. The speaker challenges the listener to examine how much room they have in their heart, noting that worldly worries and the devil can plant themselves in the unsewn areas, choking out the seed of God's Word.
57sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
1 Corinthians 13:7 Don't allow the Devil any foothold: https://youtu.be/fDRsTEQd_Pg #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 25, 2025 · 57s
The speaker warns that the devil seeks to exploit any small area of compromise or doubt in a believer's life. He illustrates that even a small percentage of giving ground to sin or worry can be used by the devil to bring bondage, anxiety, and fear, even when God's promise was absolute. The central message is to guard every aspect of one's life to prevent the enemy from gaining any foothold.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Leviticus 1:4 Lay your hand on the head of the offering. https://youtu.be/fDRsTEQd_Pg #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 25, 2025 · 1m
The speaker uses the imagery of laying hands on an offering, referencing the Levitical ritual, to draw a parallel to the sacrifice of Jesus. The central message is a call for the audience to move beyond viewing Jesus' sacrifice as a distant historical event and instead embrace it as a deeply personal reality. He challenges listeners to consider their own role in the crucifixion, emphasizing that their sin was what held Jesus there until the atonement was accomplished.
55sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
James 4:11 The only Judge is God : https://youtu.be/b0af6coPwU8 #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 23, 2025 · 55s
The sermon warns against judging others, noting that judging a brother is equivalent to judging God's law. The speaker emphasizes that merely accumulating good deeds or keeping track of one's own righteousness does not qualify a person as a doer of the law. True righteousness is invalidated the moment one begins to judge another person.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Don't fall for the Devil's bait of false humility: https://youtu.be/b0af6coPwU8 #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 23, 2025 · 1m 1s
The speaker warns against the trap of false humility, which often manifests as self-condemnation and discouragement. He argues that beating oneself up over sin is actually a form of pride, not true humility. Genuine humility does not lead to self-condemnation, and the ability to receive grace from God is not due to being inherently better than others.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Romans6:14 #humility = #grace = #overcoming : https://youtu.be/b0af6coPwU8 #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 23, 2025 · 1m
The speaker addresses the common excuse of 'old habits' when struggling with sin, emphasizing that sin is never something to be shrugged off. True humility allows a person to overcome ingrained patterns, regardless of their background or upbringing. By embracing grace, believers are empowered to overcome sin in every situation.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zech12:10 Sin becomes utterly detestable! Full message: https://youtu.be/RIWNI6g8baE #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 21, 2025 · 1m 1s
The speaker reflects on coming close to Jesus and seeing the depth of their own sin, specifically realizing the extent of their own participation in hurting Him. This realization, prompted by studying Zechariah 12, led to deep weeping and a renewed sense of sorrow over past sins like gossip and contempt.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Acts 5:3, 1 Cor 14:25 Full message: https://youtu.be/MLiZvhMw5jo #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 20, 2025 · 1m 1s
The speaker emphasizes that the presence of God, marked by the Holy Spirit, exposes sin and hypocrisy within the church. He encourages believers not to run away when their sin is exposed, urging them instead to confess, seek forgiveness, and remain in God's presence. This attitude is contrasted with the reaction of unbelievers, who are exposed to God's presence.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
1Tim6:16 God's light exposes all pretense. Full message: https://youtu.be/MLiZvhMw5jo #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 20, 2025 · 1m 1s
The message centers on the concept of God dwelling in unapproachable light, contrasting it with the idea of casually approaching God's presence. The speaker urges listeners to consider what they are willing to have this pure light expose, suggesting that true intimacy requires a willingness to face divine scrutiny.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
#feedomLeviticus 28:40-41, Luke 4:18-19 Full message: https://youtu.be/sbCKiwgkw8w #santoshpoonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 20, 2025 · 1m
The message draws from Jesus' declaration of proclaiming the 'year of Jubilee,' applying this concept to spiritual freedom. The central point is that believers do not have to wait for a specific time period to be freed from sin, bad habits, or bondage. Today is presented as the day of Jubilee, signifying immediate freedom through God's promise.