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35m5. God and Money Are Opposite to Each Other — Zac Poonen — April 18, 2026
Zac Poonen · Apr 22
47m7. The Great Mystery of Godliness — Zac Poonen — April 19, 2026
Zac Poonen · Apr 22
1h 0mOur Fantastic Spiritual Inheritance in Christ — Zac Poonen — April 1, 2026
Zac Poonen · Apr 2
30mPersistence in Prayer Brings Answers -- Zac Poonen -- March 25, 2026
Zac Poonen · Mar 26
1h 7mStudy Scripture Carefully and Submit to Spiritual Authority — Zac Poonen — March 4, 2026
Zac Poonen · Mar 5
52mControlling Our Tongue and Being Patient — Zac Poonen — January 7, 2026
Zac Poonen · Jan 8
1h 5mHow to Prosper in Everything We Do — Zac Poonen — October 1, 2025
Zac Poonen · Oct 2
1h 4mParadoxes of the Christian Life — Zac Poonen — August 17, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 20
41mThe Ministries of Accusation and Intercession — Zac Poonen — August 3, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11
1h 8mA Solid Grip on the Christian Life — Zac Poonen — August 2, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11
54mThe Holy Spirit Shows Us How Jesus Lived — Zac Poonen — August 2, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11
1h 31mBrothers Q&A — Zac Poonen — April 30, 2025
Zac Poonen · May 1
1h 9m4: From God, Through God and To God — Zac Poonen — April 19, 2025
Zac Poonen · Apr 25
1h 1mEvery Temptation to Sin Can Be Overcome -- Zac Poonen -- February 5, 2025
Zac Poonen · Mar 8
1h 0mHaving a Solid Grip in the Christian Life -- Zac Poonen -- March 5, 2025
Zac Poonen · Mar 7
54mDon't Seek for Praise and Don't Judge -- Zac Poonen - December 4, 2024
Zac Poonen · Dec 5
1h 5mGod's Good News in the Letter to the Romans — Zac Poonen — September 4, 2024
Zac Poonen · Sep 5
1h 3mAmazing Truths from Genesis Chapter One — Zac Poonen — August 28, 2024
Zac Poonen · Aug 30
1h 19m5. Seeing Jesus Clearly in the Bible — Zac Poonen — August 25, 2024
Zac Poonen · Aug 27
1h 4mThe New Covenant Explained Simply — Zac Poonen — May 1, 2024
Zac Poonen · May 3
1h 2mThe Gospel Explained Fully in Romans — Zac Poonen — April 6, 2024
Zac Poonen · Apr 9
1h 10mQuestions and Answers — Zac Poonen — April 6, 2024
Zac Poonen · Apr 9
1h 5mDiscipleship and Obeying Jesus' Commands — Zac Poonen — April 6, 2024
Zac Poonen · Apr 9
11mThe Meaning of Water-Baptism — Zac Poonen — March 31, 2024
Zac Poonen · Apr 1
August 3 | Daily Devotion | Repentance Is The Mark Of Being Truly Born Again | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Repentance is the defining mark of a truly born-again Christian. Without genuine repentance—a turning away from sin with changed behavior—one's claim to conversion is hollow and superficial.
35mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
5. God and Money Are Opposite to Each Other — Zac Poonen — April 18, 2026
Zac Poonen · Apr 22, 2026 · 35m
The speaker emphasizes that a person cannot serve two masters, clarifying that Jesus referred to God and money, not God and Satan. He argues that while accumulating wealth is not wrong, one must not live for money. The message encourages deep meditation on scripture, using Jesus' life and the Holy Spirit's role in revealing deeper truths beyond the four Gospels.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
7. The Great Mystery of Godliness — Zac Poonen — April 19, 2026
Zac Poonen · Apr 22, 2026 · 47m
The speaker emphasizes that diligent Bible study is crucial because it reveals how God wants us to live, not just how to solve our problems. He teaches that the 'great mystery of godliness' is found in Christ coming in the flesh, which signifies that true holiness is not merely avoiding sin, but completely yielding one's self-will to God's will, as exemplified by Jesus in Gethsemane. This surrender of self-will is the essence of a holy life.
1h 0mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Our Fantastic Spiritual Inheritance in Christ — Zac Poonen — April 1, 2026
Zac Poonen · Apr 2, 2026 · 1h 0m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life requires a balance between understanding what God has already done for us in Christ and responding to that truth. He uses Ephesians to illustrate this, noting that the first three chapters describe God's blessings, while the latter chapters describe our response. He stresses that believers must be firmly established in the foundation of what God has done, understanding that being a 'saint' means being separated unto God, not merely being holy.
30mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Persistence in Prayer Brings Answers -- Zac Poonen -- March 25, 2026
Zac Poonen · Mar 26, 2026 · 30m
The central message is that spiritual growth and receiving God's answers require persistence and patience in prayer, not just immediate action. The speaker uses examples from Elijah—both in stopping the drought and calling for rain—to illustrate that God often requires prolonged, earnest prayer before a breakthrough occurs. He urges listeners to study scripture diligently by comparing passages to understand God's pattern of requiring perseverance.
1h 7mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Study Scripture Carefully and Submit to Spiritual Authority — Zac Poonen — March 4, 2026
Zac Poonen · Mar 5, 2026 · 1h 7m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian life requires constantly listening to God's word, which is described as proceeding continually from God's mouth. Drawing from Isaiah 50:4, the speaker stresses that a disciple must wake up daily with the intention of hearing and obeying the Father's guidance, rather than just seeking information. He advises listeners to treat their spiritual mentors with deep respect and to make daily listening to God a non-negotiable habit.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Controlling Our Tongue and Being Patient — Zac Poonen — January 7, 2026
Zac Poonen · Jan 8, 2026 · 52m
The speaker emphasizes that God's ways of thinking and doing are fundamentally different from human ways, citing Isaiah 55:8. He cautions against attributing divine words to personal imagination and stresses that true spiritual transformation comes from aligning one's thinking with Christ's way, particularly concerning areas like money. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to live simply, trust God's provision, and strive to honor Him in every aspect of life.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
How to Prosper in Everything We Do — Zac Poonen — October 1, 2025
Zac Poonen · Oct 2, 2025 · 1h 5m
The speaker emphasizes that true prosperity in all areas of life comes from delighting in the law of the Lord, as stated in Psalm 1. He warns against following the advice of wicked people and stresses that mere reading of scripture is insufficient; one must cultivate a deep, joyful delight in God's word. Spiritual growth comes not from academic knowledge but from allowing the heart to respond to God's word through meditation and consistent study.
1h 4mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Paradoxes of the Christian Life — Zac Poonen — August 17, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 20, 2025 · 1h 4m
The sermon explores the 'paradoxes of the Christian life,' arguing that Christian living requires adopting God's way of thinking, which is contrary to worldly understanding. Key paradoxes discussed include that one must acknowledge sin to become righteous, and that seeking the heavenly kingdom first will result in the provision of earthly needs. The speaker emphasizes that true understanding comes from deep Bible study and sincere repentance, citing examples like the dying thief.
41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Ministries of Accusation and Intercession — Zac Poonen — August 3, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11, 2025 · 41m
The speaker emphasizes that God's ways and thoughts are infinitely higher than human understanding, citing Isaiah 55:8-9. He uses analogies, like a parent's foresight or a child's inability to grasp adult decisions, to illustrate this point. The talk concludes by examining Zechariah 3, where Satan accuses the high priest Joshua, illustrating that even the best believer is covered in sin, and ultimate acquittal comes only from God, not self-declaration.
1h 8mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Solid Grip on the Christian Life — Zac Poonen — August 2, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11, 2025 · 1h 8m
The speaker emphasizes the necessity of maintaining a 'solid grip' on the Christian life, using the analogy of a hand grip that strengthens with more fingers. He draws heavily from scripture, particularly Matthew 12, to discuss Jesus' authority and the concept of 'future forgiveness.' The central message is that believers should emulate Christ by practicing forgiveness, even for sins that have not yet occurred, understanding that forgiveness can be an act of grace independent of the offender's repentance.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Holy Spirit Shows Us How Jesus Lived — Zac Poonen — August 2, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11, 2025 · 54m
The speaker emphasizes that the Holy Spirit's primary ministry is to guide believers into understanding the life of Jesus Christ, which is revealed through scripture. He contrasts this divine revelation with mere study, noting that the Old Testament consistently points to Jesus in every book. The speaker encourages deep meditation on scripture, illustrating how Jesus opened the scriptures to the disciples to reveal truths about himself.
1h 31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Brothers Q&A — Zac Poonen — April 30, 2025
Zac Poonen · May 1, 2025 · 1h 31m
The speaker advises that while not all scripture passages hold equal weight, meditating on passages, especially when connecting the Old Testament to the New Testament (where Jesus quotes the Old), is highly beneficial. He uses the example of John 7:38 and Ezekiel 47 to illustrate that understanding the progressive nature of receiving the Holy Spirit requires careful study, emphasizing that the Spirit's work flows from the innermost being. He also notes that meditation helps one understand that spiritual growth involves being filled with the Spirit while remaining grounded in reality.
1h 9mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
4: From God, Through God and To God — Zac Poonen — April 19, 2025
Zac Poonen · Apr 25, 2025 · 1h 9m
The speaker discusses the theme of being tested, drawing parallels from the Fall in Eden, where the initial sin was not eating the fruit but failing to submit to her husband's authority. He emphasizes that the primary sin in the church is not submitting to authority. Furthermore, he advises believers to focus on self-examination, citing 1 Corinthians 11, as a means of avoiding judgment on the final day, rather than judging others, which is warned against in Matthew 7:1.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Every Temptation to Sin Can Be Overcome -- Zac Poonen -- February 5, 2025
Zac Poonen · Mar 8, 2025 · 1h 1m
The speaker emphasizes the necessity of repeatedly teaching foundational truths, citing Peter's commitment to reminding the church even after his death. He argues that true spiritual teaching requires persistence, as people need to hear vital messages multiple times to achieve genuine understanding. The core message is a call to move from a life of spiritual wandering to one of victory over sin, comparing this to the Israelites entering the promised land of Canaan.
1h 0mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Having a Solid Grip in the Christian Life -- Zac Poonen -- March 5, 2025
Zac Poonen · Mar 7, 2025 · 1h 0m
The speaker encourages preachers to repeat foundational truths, noting that God's Spirit is not afraid to repeat what has already been said. This repetition serves to teach new generations and those who have since joined the church. Furthermore, the message emphasizes that true spiritual sustenance comes not from reading scripture once, but from continually hearing and living by every word that proceeds from God's mouth, which requires a sensitive conscience.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Don't Seek for Praise and Don't Judge -- Zac Poonen - December 4, 2024
Zac Poonen · Dec 5, 2024 · 54m
The central message emphasizes that true spiritual growth comes not merely from reading the Bible, but from meditating on it day and night, as described in Psalm 1. Meditation is likened to digesting food, making the spiritual nourishment effective. Furthermore, the speaker advises believers to remain away from sin and the counsel of the wicked to cultivate this deep, consistent engagement with scripture.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God's Good News in the Letter to the Romans — Zac Poonen — September 4, 2024
Zac Poonen · Sep 5, 2024 · 1h 5m
The speaker provides an overview of the Book of Romans, emphasizing that it is the best explanation of the Gospel. He clarifies that salvation involves three tenses—from the penalty of sin (past), to the power of sin (present), and finally to the presence of sin (future). Crucially, he stresses that true righteousness requires not just believing in salvation by faith, but actively living daily in constant dependence upon God, like a branch dependent on the vine. Furthermore, he points out that the initial step into sin is a lack of thankfulness, making gratitude a foundational aspect of Christian life.
1h 3mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Amazing Truths from Genesis Chapter One — Zac Poonen — August 28, 2024
Zac Poonen · Aug 30, 2024 · 1h 3m
The speaker encourages the audience to study the Old Testament, noting that it is filled with symbolic language pointing to truths in the New Covenant, including Jesus. He explains that the origin of sin was not an external action but an internal desire—pride—when a created being sought to exalt itself above God's given position. Therefore, true faith and change must begin in the heart, not just in outward confession.
1h 19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
5. Seeing Jesus Clearly in the Bible — Zac Poonen — August 25, 2024
Zac Poonen · Aug 27, 2024 · 1h 19m
The speaker emphasizes the vital role of prayer, comparing the church to a body where prayer provides unseen strength for those who speak. He distinguishes between a general preacher and a prophet, noting that true prophetic preaching speaks directly to the specific needs of the group present. The talk concludes by cautioning against believing accounts of visions or supposed trips to heaven, citing scripture to show that such experiences are often unreliable or not permitted to be spoken about.
1h 4mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The New Covenant Explained Simply — Zac Poonen — May 1, 2024
Zac Poonen · May 3, 2024 · 1h 4m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the New Covenant, noting that many aspects of the Bible are overlooked in modern preaching. He advises preaching simply, like Jesus did, and warns against the temptation to impress people with knowledge rather than genuinely helping them. A core message is the necessity of transparency and honesty in Christian life, contrasting it with hypocrisy.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Gospel Explained Fully in Romans — Zac Poonen — April 6, 2024
Zac Poonen · Apr 9, 2024 · 1h 2m
The speaker argues that Romans provides the most systematic explanation of the Full Gospel, detailing how the Holy Spirit builds up God's purpose for humanity. He analyzes passages in Romans, particularly concerning the fallen state of man, emphasizing that the first step downward into sin is failing to honor God or give thanks. The message warns that sin, if taken lightly, leads to severe judgment, urging listeners to prioritize thankfulness.
1h 10mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Questions and Answers — Zac Poonen — April 6, 2024
Zac Poonen · Apr 9, 2024 · 1h 10m
The speaker advises that to hear God's voice, one must maintain a clear conscience by confessing sins and making amends. Furthermore, regular meditation on Scripture is crucial, as God has provided His voice through written word. Assurance in Christ comes from believing God's promises, such as John 6:37, rather than relying on feelings. Finally, the speaker distinguishes between judging (condemning) and discerning, emphasizing that while we must avoid bad company for purity, only God has the authority to judge.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Discipleship and Obeying Jesus' Commands — Zac Poonen — April 6, 2024
Zac Poonen · Apr 9, 2024 · 1h 5m
The central message is that building a church requires more than just preaching the gospel; it demands making disciples who are taught to obey every command of Jesus. The speaker contrasts a mere convert, who only wants to go to heaven, with a true disciple, who commits to following and doing what Christ commanded. He emphasizes that this commitment to obedience is the condition for Christ's promise to be with them.
11mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Meaning of Water-Baptism — Zac Poonen — March 31, 2024
Zac Poonen · Apr 1, 2024 · 11m
The speaker explains that baptism, derived from the Greek word 'baptizo,' simply means immersion. He emphasizes that baptism is a public testimony of identification with Christ—that the believer died, was buried, and rose with Christ, as described in Romans 6. He cautions against believing that baptism signifies perfection, asserting instead that it is a testimony of forgiveness and a commitment to live like Christ, not a claim of current flawlessness. Regarding the age of baptism, he states that the Bible does not set an age limit, but suggests that the individual should possess a measure of understanding regarding its meaning.