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1h 5mSantosh Poonen · Jul 13
51mSunil Poonen · Jul 2
30mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Jun 15
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Jun 5
30mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · May 20
35mDavid Bertsch · May 10
1h 6mZac Poonen · May 8
36mDavid Bertsch · May 4
2m 44sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · May 2
23mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · May 2
3m 58sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · May 2
1h 3mZac Poonen · Apr 22
28mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Apr 3
2m 55sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Mar 25
1m 1sSantosh Poonen · Mar 21
1m 1sSantosh Poonen · Mar 6
1m 1sSantosh Poonen · Mar 5
1h 0mSantosh Poonen · Feb 15
1m 1sSantosh Poonen · Feb 13
57sSantosh Poonen · Feb 13
59sSantosh Poonen · Feb 13
1m 1sSantosh Poonen · Feb 13
54sSantosh Poonen · Feb 13
57sSantosh Poonen · Feb 13
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.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
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.
51mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Sunil Poonen · Jul 2, 2026 · 51m
The message warns believers against spiritual complacency, using examples from 1 Corinthians 10 and Song of Solomon. True devotion requires more than just attending services or experiencing emotional highs; it demands a complete desire to be consumed only by Christ. The core warning is that if our minds are set on earthly pleasures—eating, drinking, playing, or the world's friendship—we risk spiritual adultery and becoming enemies of the cross.
30mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Jun 15, 2026 · 30m
The message emphasizes that true spiritual fellowship requires a commitment to dying to one's own flesh and self-will, comparing this necessary sacrifice to a grain of wheat falling into the ground. This surrender allows believers to experience unity in the spirit, drawing strength from God's Word which serves as their sustenance against temptation. Ultimately, embracing this life in Christ brings hidden darkness into the light of His glory.
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Jun 5, 2026 · 19m
The speaker uses the story of Uzzah touching the Ark of the Covenant to warn against the dangerous tendency to excuse wrong actions by appealing to motive or heart. He argues that both a right motive with a wrong action, and a wrong motive with a right action, can be equally sinful. The message concludes by pointing to David's later, correct procedure for moving the Ark, emphasizing obedience to established ordinance.
30mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · May 20, 2026 · 30m
The sermon focuses on the power of Jesus' name, which is described as music to the sinner's ears, capable of cleansing from unrighteousness and bringing life, health, and peace. The speaker encourages the congregation to confess unconfessed sin and then prays for the ability to abide in Christ's peace by being continually molded into His image through obedience to His word.
35mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
David Bertsch · May 10, 2026 · 35m
The sermon explores the meaning of 'keeping one's garments' using passages from Revelation, concluding that the garments symbolize the purity and righteousness of the believer, which is cleansed by the blood of the Lamb. The speaker warns that failing to maintain this purity leads to compromise and shame, urging the congregation to remain watchful and spotless through Christ's righteousness. The message emphasizes examining oneself to avoid defiling the spiritual life given by God.
1h 6mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · May 8, 2026 · 1h 6m
The speaker urges believers to encourage one another daily because sin is deceitful and can fool us into thinking we are spiritually free. He emphasizes that true spiritual progress requires continually asking God for light to see sin's deceptions, using the example of expecting gratitude. Ultimately, he stresses that building a life on Christ's teachings requires actively obeying the difficult standards laid out in the Sermon on the Mount, not just acknowledging them.
36mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
David Bertsch · May 4, 2026 · 36m
The speaker reflects on the principle of doing everything to the glory of God, referencing 1 Corinthians 10:31. He uses the story from Judges 17-18, concerning Micah's idolatry and the establishment of a false priesthood, to illustrate how people often do what is right in their own eyes. The passage highlights the danger of religious practices that are outwardly pious but inwardly corrupt and far from true devotion to God.
2m 44sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · May 2, 2026 · 2m 44s
The message emphasizes living a life of ceaseless praise and victory through Christ's sacrifice on the cross. It encourages the listener to claim victory over sin and darkness, noting that the conflict will grow as the King returns, and only God's power can face it.
23mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · May 2, 2026 · 23m
This service is centered on the profound love of Jesus, particularly referencing the sacrifice on the cross and in Gethsemane. The message encourages the congregation to respond to this sacrifice with a life of continuous praise and obedience to God's commandments. It emphasizes the believer's ability to overcome sin and temptation through the blood of Jesus and the power of their testimony.
3m 58sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · May 2, 2026 · 3m 58s
The video appears to be a worship service featuring the song lyrics, which center on the cleansing power of a fountain of blood. The central message is the assurance of forgiveness and the washing away of sins through this divine source. The lyrics express a deep desire for complete purification and redemption.
1h 3mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Apr 22, 2026 · 1h 3m
The speaker addresses single individuals, noting that marriage is not essential for fulfilling God's will, and advises young women to guard themselves against sin by being discerning rather than overly friendly. For married couples, he encourages seeking a life together that reflects 'the days of heaven upon earth,' emphasizing that humility is key. Ultimately, the message stresses that true victory over sin comes from being under God's grace, which is lost when pride takes root.
28mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Apr 3, 2026 · 28m
The message emphasizes that Christian life requires a deep connection to Christ, viewing the relationship like the head to the body. It stresses that worship and praise should come from a heart of genuine thanksgiving, and that believers must actively pray, asking the Holy Spirit to guide their petitions. Crucially, the speaker urges listeners to confess any unconfessed sin, as the blood of Jesus cleanses us, allowing us to stand before God with a clear conscience, even while acknowledging the ongoing process of sanctification.
2m 55sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Mar 25, 2026 · 2m 55s
The speaker affirms that Jesus is not a disappointment, emphasizing that knowing him makes him more real than any personal daydreams. He shares that Jesus has saved his soul from sin, bringing peace and assurance that this love will never cease. The message concludes with the realization that Jesus is everything to him, having satisfied his heart and leading him in His purpose.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.