God Will Honour Those Who Honour Him - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Mar 22, 2022 · 1h 6m · CFC India

The speaker uses the example of High Priest Eli to warn against favoring family members over God's will. Eli failed to rebuke his sons for their sin because he loved them more than the Lord, leading to a curse upon his lineage. The central message is that true discipleship requires honoring Christ above all relationships, and neglecting to correct sin in loved ones can have eternal consequences.

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CFC Messages · Nov 30, 2024 · 59s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The message warns against spiritual complacency, cautioning against merely 'cooling off' or coasting through life while waiting for Christ's return. True discipleship requires an active, running pursuit of Christ, rather than a passive waiting posture. The speaker emphasizes that believers should be eagerly running to meet Him when He appears.

All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 74 of 80) - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Apr 22, 2015 · 25m · CFC India

The speaker analyzes Jesus' teachings by examining the disciples' failures, particularly Peter's overconfidence, to illustrate the necessity of profound humility in Christian leadership. True discipleship requires abandoning self-reliance and placing complete trust in God, mirroring the spiritual meaning of circumcision—having no confidence in the flesh. Furthermore, the speaker emphasizes that Jesus valued fellowship with even the weakest disciples, teaching that humility and alertness in prayer are best maintained corporately.

A Firm Grip on the Christian Life: 1: The Blood of Christ - Zac Poonen - October 30, 2009

Zac Poonen · Mar 10, 2019 · 58m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

Words of Encouragement -- Olu Talabi & Chetan Chadalavada -- October 31, 2021

Olu Talabi · Nov 5, 2021 · 15m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The central message is that Jesus is returning for a pure and spotless bride, emphasizing the need for believers to examine their lives for purity. The speaker urges listeners to move beyond mere profession of faith and actively desire to keep their garments pure by setting aside worldly loves, pride, and self-preservation. He stresses that true discipleship requires alignment of mind and will with Christ, echoing passages from Revelation and 2 Peter.

Bobby McDonald - There's Only 1 Thing Necessary

Bobby McDonald · Jan 29, 2020 · 24m · NCCF Church

The central message is that while life presents many obligations and distractions, only one thing is truly necessary: focusing on Jesus. Drawing from the story of Martha and Mary, the speaker warns against getting caught up in preparations and worldly tasks, which can lead us to postpone our relationship with God. True discipleship means recognizing Jesus as the ultimate priority, allowing life's burdens to drive us toward Him as our refuge and rest.

Zac Poonen - The God-Centered Can Build The Church

Zac Poonen · Jun 16, 2017 · 1h 8m · NCCF Church

The central message is that true church building is not based on mere doctrine or outward conformity, but on the profound, personal revelation of Jesus Christ in one's heart. The speaker emphasizes that genuine discipleship requires living by the principles of Christ's life daily, which is a continuous process of self-examination and cleansing. He warns that intellectual agreement or outward adherence without this inner revelation constitutes hypocrisy.

Being A Good Father And Mother - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · May 21, 2014 · 12m · CFC India

The central message is that parents must raise their children to be wholehearted disciples of Jesus Christ, reflecting the character of God—especially humility—in their homes. True discipleship requires parents to continually seek wisdom from God, acknowledge their own spiritual poverty, and model God's character rather than being satisfied with mere salvation for their children. The highest spiritual goal is to know the eternal God and become like Him.

BEGINNING THE CHRISTIAN LIFE ARIGHT (8 of 8) - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · May 19, 2014 · 1h 4m · CFC India

The Church That Christ Is Building - Charles Banna

Charles Banna · Aug 29, 2019 · 46m · CFC India

Jesus's core message, summarized in the Sermon on the Mount, emphasizes that true discipleship requires not just hearing God's word, but actively acting upon and obeying it. Those who build their lives on this solid foundation will endure life's trials, while those who only hear the word without practice will find their lives collapse. The speaker also warns against false prophets who preach only parts of the gospel, urging listeners to examine the fruit—the character and life—of their teachings.

All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 40 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)

Zac Poonen · Nov 11, 2019 · 25m · CFC India

The sermon emphasizes that true discipleship requires enduring persecution and being willing to be unpopular for Christ. It warns that the world will reject believers, and those who preach that sin can be overcome are often promoting false teaching. Ultimately, the message urges the congregation not to fear anything because God is sovereign, promising that nothing hidden will remain unknown, and believers should proclaim what they hear from the Spirit publicly.

Single-Mindedness in Building the Church - Santosh Poonen - January 6, 2013

Santosh Poonen · Jan 7, 2013 · 40m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

Sunil Poonen - The Ministry of the Holy Spirit

Sunil Poonen · Jul 15, 2024 · 26m · NCCF Church

NCCF Church Sharing

CFC Messages · Feb 8, 2021 · 27m · NCCF Church

The central message emphasizes that the primary requirement for receiving God's grace is maintaining humility, as taught by Peter's admonition. The speaker draws parallels from biblical figures like Cain, Abel, Saul, and David, highlighting that true discipleship requires continuous self-abasement and repentance. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to live with humility, knowing that God's presence and grace are promised to those who remain lowly in heart.

Zac Poonen - Sixty Blessed Years of Serving the Lord Full-Time

Zac Poonen · May 4, 2026 · 24m · NCCF Church

Zac Poonen shares his sixty-year testimony of full-time Christian service, highlighting pivotal moments of spiritual growth including his assurance of salvation through John 6:37, obedience in baptism, and God's call to ministry through Isaiah 49. He emphasizes the importance of personal certainty in Christ, regular Bible reading, and obedient steps in discipleship, demonstrating how God's faithfulness sustained him and his family without worldly employment or financial assistance.

Faithful Stewards - 3.Making Disciples - Completing The Great Commission - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 18, 2013 · 31m · CFC India

The speaker cautions against misinterpreting scripture by taking verses out of their original context, emphasizing that one must read entire passages or letters for accurate understanding. He stresses the necessity of balancing truth (doctrine) with grace (practical love), citing Jesus's life as the model. Finally, he discusses the Great Commission, noting that Jesus commanded it twice, implying a comprehensive, global scope for evangelism that requires all believers to be witnesses.

Question And Answer (Youth Meeting)

Zac Poonen · Jan 11, 2024 · 1h 4m · CFC India

A Life of No Regrets -- Ajay Chakravarthy -- November 14, 2021

Ajay Chakravarthy · Nov 16, 2021 · 49m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The sermon emphasizes that the goal of Christian life is to have no regrets in eternity, drawing parallels between Mary's devotion and the believer's commitment to Jesus. It warns that even believers face a test on the last day, where their works will be scrutinized. Ultimately, true discipleship is defined not by mere profession ("Lord, Lord") but by actively doing the will of the Father.

Words of Encouragement -- Olu Talabi & David Lane -- December 27, 2020

CFC Messages · Dec 31, 2020 · 16m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker discusses the theological understanding of Jesus Christ, drawing from Mark 6 and 1 John 4. The central message is that Jesus was fully God and fully man, a truth that the devil attempts to obscure today. The speaker warns against the deception of the antichrist, which tries to make people believe that because Jesus was God, they cannot follow him because he was not fully man. True belief requires acknowledging that Jesus was fully human and fully divine, making him a model for discipleship.

Jesus Is Our Reward When We Follow Him Wholeheartedly | Santosh Poonen | Kannada

Zac Poonen · Sep 13, 2022 · 1h 1m · CFC India

The central message is that the ultimate reward for following Jesus wholeheartedly is Jesus Himself, not some earthly prize. The speaker contrasts the old covenant with the new covenant, emphasizing that the new agreement is sealed by God and fulfilled by Jesus' sacrifice. True discipleship means recognizing that Christ's finished work is the only basis for our standing before God.

October 5 | Daily Devotion | The New And Living Way Into The Most Holy Place | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Oct 4, 2025 · 12m · CFC Daily Devotions

Jesus demonstrated complete submission to the Father's will, even in Gethsemane, which ultimately opened the way to the most holy place. Following this example, true discipleship requires a daily, radical self-denial—replacing personal will with God's will. The speaker warns that merely claiming to be 'born again' without giving up personal ambitions and plans is insufficient; true commitment is like a marriage where one gives up all personal autonomy to the spouse.

February 21 | Daily Devotion | Forgetting The Things That Are Behind | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2024 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions

The central message encourages believers to focus entirely on becoming more like Jesus Christ, rather than on accomplishments or status. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship means pressing forward with a single goal: Christlikeness, which requires deliberately forgetting past achievements or failures. This focus is an act of the will, trusting in God's presence rather than one's own memory or works.