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9mFebruary 4 | Daily Devotion | Giving Your Best To God Is True Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 3
9mFebruary 2 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Come To Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1
8mFebruary 1 | Daily Devotion | Will The Lord Jesus Find Such Faith When He Comes Again? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 31
2h 17m21st January 2024 - CFC Bangalore | The Amazing Example Of Job - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 21
1h 49m14th Jan 2024 - CFC Bangalore | The Lord Will Provide All Your Need - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 14
14mJanuary 9 | Daily Devotion | God Cares For You More Than The Rest Of His Creation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 8
10mDecember 31 | Daily Devotion | Knowing God As Your Father Frees You From Anxiety | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 30
49mRejoice In What God Has Done For You - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 27
1h 48m24th Dec 2023 - CFC Bangalore | Look Upward, Then Inward, Then Outward - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 24
1h 3mRunning The Christian Race To Win - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 28
2h 8m26th Nov 2023 - CFC Bangalore | Running The Christian Race To Win - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 26
1h 41m12th Nov 2023 - CFC Bangalore | A Clear Gospel Message - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 12
56mGod Speaks Through Trees and Clay — Zac Poonen — November 1, 2023
Zac Poonen · Nov 2
1h 19mGlobal Online Youth Meeting 2023 Q&A -- Zac Poonen -- October 21, 2023
Zac Poonen · Oct 22
1h 11mYoung People: You Can Overcome Sin and Satan -- Zac Poonen -- October 21, 2023
Zac Poonen · Oct 21
52mWe Walk by Faith and Not by Sight - Zac Poonen - October 15, 2023
Zac Poonen · Oct 17
48mTrusting God and Following in Christ's Footsteps -- Zac Poonen -- October 1, 2023
Zac Poonen · Oct 4
11mLessons from the Life of Joseph - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 29
1h 28m7. RLCF Family Conference 2023 Q&A — Zac Poonen — September 24, 2023
Zac Poonen · Sep 28
1h 14m6. Eight Truths to Believe and Confess — Zac Poonen — September 24, 2023
Zac Poonen · Sep 28
1h 1mThe Holy Spirit Reveals God's Thoughts - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 20
47mGrace Strengthening the Heart — Zac Poonen — September 17, 2023
Zac Poonen · Sep 18
44mIn Everything Give Thanks - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 31
42mBeware Of A Fake Gospel, A Fake Jesus And A Fake Spirit - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 17
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.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 4 | Daily Devotion | Giving Your Best To God Is True Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 3, 2024 · 9m
True faith is demonstrated by putting God first, which is exemplified by Abel's offering of his best to God. The speaker cautions against the common misunderstanding that God accepts offerings based on the offering itself, emphasizing instead that it is a heart of faith that God sees. Ultimately, giving God the best of your life and time, rather than just scraps, is what constitutes true faith.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 2 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Come To Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1, 2024 · 9m
The central message is that believers should habitually come directly to Jesus rather than relying solely on memorizing scripture verses or promises for rest. While Jesus invites all who are weary and heavy laden to come to Him, the speaker emphasizes that Christians often carry burdens—whether from sin, circumstances, or self-imposed guilt—that Jesus is equipped to lift. True rest comes from relationship with Christ, not just quoting doctrine.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
February 1 | Daily Devotion | Will The Lord Jesus Find Such Faith When He Comes Again? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 31, 2024 · 8m
Jesus taught that persistent prayer, illustrated by the parable of the widow, is necessary to receive justice from God. The speaker emphasizes that true faith involves persistently asking God for heavenly things, rather than focusing solely on material or earthly blessings. He warns that the devil has diverted Christian focus toward earthly gains, neglecting the pursuit of the Kingdom of God.
2h 17mCFC Bangalore Live
21st January 2024 - CFC Bangalore | The Amazing Example Of Job - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 21, 2024 · 2h 17m
The sermon focuses on the exemplary life of Job, using his experience to illustrate themes of faithfulness and praise through immense suffering. The message encourages the congregation to maintain a spirit of gratitude and praise, regardless of current circumstances, acknowledging God's sovereignty and unchanging nature.
1h 49mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribing14th Jan 2024 - CFC Bangalore | The Lord Will Provide All Your Need - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2024 · 1h 49m
The message assures the listeners that God is capable of providing for every single need they have. It encourages reliance on God's provision rather than on worldly means. The core message is one of complete trust in divine care.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
January 9 | Daily Devotion | God Cares For You More Than The Rest Of His Creation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 8, 2024 · 14m
The central message is that believers should never fear God's provision because they are deeply loved by a Father who cares for them as much as He cared for Jesus. The speaker emphasizes trusting in God's security over worldly provisions, asserting that knowing one's immense value to God brings rest and peace regardless of external circumstances or accusations. He encourages believers to pass this assurance of divine care to their children.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
December 31 | Daily Devotion | Knowing God As Your Father Frees You From Anxiety | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 30, 2023 · 10m
True, intimate knowledge of God is defined by Jesus as knowing Him personally, like a father, not just theoretically. This deep relationship is proven by how one reacts to difficulty, contrasting the anxiousness of an orphan with the security of a child knowing their father is present. The speaker emphasizes that knowing God requires a continuous, daily process of drawing closer, much like a marriage, and that God often uses trials to bring people to a deeper reliance on Him.
49mCFC India
Rejoice In What God Has Done For You - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 27, 2023 · 49m
The speaker discusses the importance of understanding Bible translations, cautioning that historical context and cultural shifts can lead to misunderstandings. He uses examples from the King James Version and the New American Standard Bible to illustrate how translators can sometimes compromise the original meaning to align with existing church traditions or modern sensibilities. The core message emphasizes that the Bible's main teaching is to love God and neighbor, and readers must be critically aware of translation nuances.
1h 48mCFC Bangalore Live
24th Dec 2023 - CFC Bangalore | Look Upward, Then Inward, Then Outward - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 24, 2023 · 1h 48m
The sermon encourages the congregation to maintain a posture of worship and remembrance of God's unmatched grace. It emphasizes drawing near to God's presence, acknowledging His majesty, and living in gratitude for salvation through Christ's sacrifice. The core message is one of perpetual praise and reliance on God's enduring power.
1h 3mCFC India
Running The Christian Race To Win - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 28, 2023 · 1h 3m
The Christian life is compared to a race, drawing parallels from Hebrews 11 and 12. The central message is that believers have a greater opportunity than those in the Old Testament to run this race by faith in Jesus Christ. To run effectively, one must lay aside every encumbrance, such as unresolved matters or sin, and fix their eyes on Jesus, who also ran this race by overcoming daily temptations.
2h 8mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribing26th Nov 2023 - CFC Bangalore | Running The Christian Race To Win - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 26, 2023 · 2h 8m
The message encourages believers to view their Christian walk as a race that requires diligent effort and focus to achieve victory. Key aspects include maintaining perseverance, staying focused on the ultimate goal, and running with discipline. The core message is about the active pursuit of the Christian life.
1h 41mCFC Bangalore Live
12th Nov 2023 - CFC Bangalore | A Clear Gospel Message - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 12, 2023 · 1h 41m
The sermon is a devotional reflection centered on the overwhelming love and saving grace found in Jesus Christ. It emphasizes that Jesus is more than life, providing rest, peace, and eternal life through his sacrifice. The message encourages the congregation to continually praise God for his unchanging nature and the gift of salvation.
56mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God Speaks Through Trees and Clay — Zac Poonen — November 1, 2023
Zac Poonen · Nov 2, 2023 · 56m
The sermon uses Jeremiah 17:7-8 to illustrate that true strength and blessing come from trusting in the Lord, symbolized by a tree planted by water. The speaker emphasizes that this 'water' represents the Holy Spirit, which must be sought deeply and persistently, even when spiritual life feels dry. The core message is a challenge to believers to move beyond mere attendance to cultivate a deep, unseen root system connected to the Holy Spirit to maintain constant freshness and fruitfulness.
1h 19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Global Online Youth Meeting 2023 Q&A -- Zac Poonen -- October 21, 2023
Zac Poonen · Oct 22, 2023 · 1h 19m
The speaker addresses common concerns regarding spiritual growth, emphasizing that struggling to naturally read the Bible or pray is normal for new believers, comparing it to the effort needed to teach children good habits. He stresses that maintaining a clear conscience, reading scripture, and praying are vital aspects of a serious Christian life. Regarding assurance of salvation, he advises believers to root their faith in God's Word and seek to be filled with the Holy Spirit, noting that belief in scripture and the Spirit are key components.
1h 11mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Young People: You Can Overcome Sin and Satan -- Zac Poonen -- October 21, 2023
Zac Poonen · Oct 21, 2023 · 1h 11m
The speaker emphasizes that God values discipleship and genuine faith over mere numbers or spectacular physical experiences. Drawing from John 20, he highlights that believing the word, even without seeing Jesus, is more blessed than seeing him face-to-face. True faith, he argues, comes by hearing and believing the word of Christ, which is more reliable than what the eyes can deceive us about.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
We Walk by Faith and Not by Sight - Zac Poonen - October 15, 2023
Zac Poonen · Oct 17, 2023 · 52m
The central message is that pleasing God requires living by faith, not by what our senses perceive. Faith is not merely intellectual assent but comes by hearing God's Word, specifically by allowing the Holy Spirit to speak to the heart while reading the New Testament. The speaker emphasizes the necessity of making daily time to read the Bible and to act on what the Spirit reveals through the Word.
48mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Trusting God and Following in Christ's Footsteps -- Zac Poonen -- October 1, 2023
Zac Poonen · Oct 4, 2023 · 48m
The sermon emphasizes that God desires trust during times of trouble, referencing Psalm 50 which teaches that calling upon Him in difficulty is more important than sacrifices. Furthermore, the speaker stresses that enduring unjust suffering patiently brings favor with God, drawing assurance from Jesus' teachings that God cares for every individual, comparing humanity's value to sparrows and the hairs on our heads.
11mCFC India
Lessons from the Life of Joseph - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 29, 2023 · 11m
The speaker emphasizes the absolute sovereignty of God, illustrating this through the life of Joseph. He teaches that God's plan cannot be thwarted by human jealousy, malice, or difficulty. Furthermore, the message stresses that God can use the very evil actions of others to fulfill His ultimate purpose for our lives, encouraging listeners to remain faithful and study scripture during times of plenty.
1h 28mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
7. RLCF Family Conference 2023 Q&A — Zac Poonen — September 24, 2023
Zac Poonen · Sep 28, 2023 · 1h 28m
The speaker advises parents to diligently teach their children obedience, respect for elders, and the fear of God. Regarding the Holy Spirit, he emphasizes that the qualification for receiving the Spirit is genuine thirst and faith, not perfection or external experiences. True desire should be to glorify God in one's life, rather than seeking power for public testimony.
1h 14mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
6. Eight Truths to Believe and Confess — Zac Poonen — September 24, 2023
Zac Poonen · Sep 28, 2023 · 1h 14m
The speaker emphasizes that true faith requires both believing in the heart and confessing with the mouth, citing Romans 10:8. He stresses that confession is vital for assurance of salvation and that the strength of faith grows through speaking what is believed. The sermon then begins detailing eight truths believers must confess to maintain a strong Christian life, starting with the belief in God the Father's love.
1h 1mCFC India
The Holy Spirit Reveals God's Thoughts - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 20, 2023 · 1h 1m
The central message emphasizes that true faith is not intellectual knowledge but a helpless dependence upon God, like a branch depending on a tree for sap. The speaker urges the congregation to remain humble and continually seek the Holy Spirit, warning against relying on past experience or cleverness. He stresses the importance of repeatedly preaching foundational truths, as this is necessary for both the established members and the new converts.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Grace Strengthening the Heart — Zac Poonen — September 17, 2023
Zac Poonen · Sep 18, 2023 · 47m
The speaker distinguishes between 'mercy,' which covers past sins, and 'grace,' which provides help for future situations. He emphasizes that God gives grace specifically to the humble, citing passages from Proverbs, James, and 1 Peter. The message concludes by discussing how God allows persistent struggles, like Paul's 'thorn in the flesh,' not to punish, but to strengthen faith through persistent prayer and trust in God's unseen plan.
44mCFC India
In Everything Give Thanks - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 31, 2023 · 44m
The speaker emphasizes that a major sin is complaining, citing Deuteronomy 28 to warn that a lack of joy in serving God leads to hardship. He contrasts this with the example of Jehoshaphat, who, instead of fighting a massive enemy force, had his people praise the Lord first, leading to victory. The core message is that true faith, characteristic of the New Covenant, means praising God *before* seeing the answer, trusting in Christ's victory over Satan.
42mCFC India
Beware Of A Fake Gospel, A Fake Jesus And A Fake Spirit - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 17, 2023 · 42m
The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate hope for believers is not merely freedom from earthly suffering, but becoming fully like Christ when he returns. He argues that God permits Satan's temptation, like a gym routine, to build spiritual strength through resistance. The core warning is against accepting a 'fake gospel,' 'fake Jesus,' or 'fake Spirit,' as the devil deceives by presenting alternatives to the pure faith received through repentance and faith.