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God's Wonderful Message in 'Ephesians' -- Zac Poonen -- May 5, 2021

Zac Poonen · May 6

18m

Zac Poonen - The Most-Repeated Statement of Jesus

Zac Poonen · May 3

56m

Walking In The Light In Honesty - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Apr 28

How Spiritual Decline Begins - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Apr 28

46m

Zac Poonen - Let Mercy Triumph Over Judgment

Zac Poonen · Apr 26

17m

Zac Poonen - The Proof of Genuine Humility

Zac Poonen · Mar 22

1h 7m

Elders: Primary Requirements for Effective Ministry -- Zac Poonen -- March 6, 2021

Zac Poonen · Mar 7

1h 4m

Zac Poonen - Maximum And Minimum Christians - Christ's Bride And The Harlot Church

Zac Poonen · Feb 1

1h 9m

Being A Witness To Satan | The Missing Messages in Today's Christianity | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 23

Zac Poonen - A Very Important Message On Forgiveness

Zac Poonen · Oct 5

Zac Poonen - Don't Imagine That You Are Spiritual

Zac Poonen · Sep 28

31m

Zac Poonen - Overwhelmed by the presence of God

Zac Poonen · Sep 14

Learning From The Failures Of Others | Zac Poonen | Tamil

Zac Poonen · Jul 30

1h 21m

26th July 2020 - Sunday Church Service | The Utter Importance of Humility - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jul 26

57m

The Way To Growth In Christlikeness | Part-8 | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jul 22

Trusting Christ For Everything At This Time | Zac Poonen | Tamil

Zac Poonen · Jul 21

1h 3m

The Way Of Humility | தாழ்மையின் வழி | Zac Poonen | Tamil

Zac Poonen · Jul 17

52m

Life Equal To Our Knowledge | நம்முடைய அறிவுக்கேற்ற வாழ்வு | Zac Poonen | Tamil

Zac Poonen · Jul 15

1h 1m

The Root Of Our Sin | நமது பாவத்தின் வேர் | Zac Poonen | Tamil

Zac Poonen · Jul 15

20m

Learn From The Babies - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jul 13

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Seek After The Humility Of Jesus | ಯೇಸುವಿನ ದೀನತೆಯನ್ನು ಹುಡುಕಿರಿ | Zac Poonen | Kannada

Zac Poonen · Jul 8

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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Zac Poonen · humility

19m

CFC India

The Most-Repeated Statement of Jesus | यीशु का सबसे अधिक बार दोहराया हुआ कथन | Zac Poonen | Hindi

Zac Poonen · May 24, 2021 · 19m

The speaker discusses the most frequently repeated statement of Jesus in the Gospels, which is related to saving one's life. He emphasizes that true life is not found in self-preservation or gaining human admiration, but in a life surrendered to God's glory. The core message is a warning against becoming self-sufficient or merely improving oneself for public praise, urging instead a radical dependence on God, even if it means being misunderstood.

12m

CFC India

Being Wise in Giving Money - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · May 18, 2021 · 12m

The speaker advises wisdom in giving money, cautioning against giving loans within the church without consulting the elders first. He contrasts the zeal of the early church in Acts 4, where believers sold all assets, with the wisdom of investing resources to avoid becoming a burden. Ultimately, he stresses that true generosity requires humility and giving in a godly way, rather than being overly zealous or naive.

24m

NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - What The Lord Expects From His Disciples

Zac Poonen · May 17, 2021 · 24m

To be a true disciple, one must be willing to sacrifice what is precious to them when following Jesus, as illustrated by examples where disciples were called to give up prior commitments. The core message emphasizes that discipleship requires immediate obedience to the Lord's call, without delaying it with personal priorities or plans. Ultimately, true discipleship is defined by doing the will of God, which requires denying one's own will.

River of Life Christian Fellowship

God's Wonderful Message in 'Ephesians' -- Zac Poonen -- May 5, 2021

Zac Poonen · May 6, 2021 · 1h 6m

The speaker argues that Ephesians is one of Paul's most spiritually profound letters, contrasting the spiritual maturity required to understand its truths with the spiritual immaturity seen in the Corinthian church. He emphasizes that true spiritual growth involves discovering new areas of unchrist-likeness and that understanding God's mysteries—which are divine secrets revealed by the Spirit—requires humility and the fear of the Lord, as highlighted in Psalm 25. Ultimately, living a godly life is a secret revealed to the humble, not merely a matter of intellectual knowledge.

18m

NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - The Most-Repeated Statement of Jesus

Zac Poonen · May 3, 2021 · 18m

The most repeated statement of Jesus in the Gospels is that whoever loses their life for His sake will find it. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life requires more than just self-improvement or appearing godly; it demands a willingness to be despised and rejected for Christ. Ultimately, all actions, even mundane ones, must be done for the glory of God, which requires a profound brokenness, exemplified by Jacob wrestling with God.

56m

CFC India

Walking In The Light In Honesty - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Apr 28, 2021 · 56m

The central message is the necessity of maintaining constant humility and dependence on Christ to avoid spiritual decline, which often stems from pride. The speaker emphasizes two key confessions: acknowledging that 'apart from Christ I can do nothing' (John 15:5), and conversely, declaring 'I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me' (Philippians 4:13). True Christian life requires living out this dependence daily, regardless of years of experience.

CFC India

How Spiritual Decline Begins - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Apr 28, 2021 · 58m

Spiritual decline is often preceded by a focus on knowledge over living out faith, exemplified by Adam and Eve choosing knowledge over life. The speaker draws parallels from the Old Testament, noting that when strong leadership fades, the people drift away, as seen with the Israelites after Joshua and Moses. True spiritual health, according to Paul's example in Ephesus, is demonstrated not by the eloquence of sermons, but by consistent humility and living before God.

46m

NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - Let Mercy Triumph Over Judgment

Zac Poonen · Apr 26, 2021 · 46m

The central message warns believers against becoming arrogant teachers or spreading gossip, cautioning that such behavior can lead to stricter judgment. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual maturity involves humility, recognizing one's limitations, and speaking carefully, especially regarding ministry gifts and personal speech. Instead of spreading unverified information or gossip, believers should focus on sharing the gospel and encouraging others.

17m

NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - The Proof of Genuine Humility

Zac Poonen · Mar 22, 2021 · 17m

The central message is that true godliness and humility are found by modeling oneself after Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate example. The speaker emphasizes that understanding scripture requires going to the

1h 7m

River of Life Christian Fellowship

Elders: Primary Requirements for Effective Ministry -- Zac Poonen -- March 6, 2021

Zac Poonen · Mar 7, 2021 · 1h 7m

Effective ministry, particularly preaching the Word, must stem from a genuine burden, likened to a mother carrying a baby. Preaching without this burden is considered empty talk, and speakers should be careful not to overextend their message once the core point is made. Ultimately, ministry should be done in humility, recognizing that God builds the church, not the individual speaker.

1h 4m

NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - Maximum And Minimum Christians - Christ's Bride And The Harlot Church

Zac Poonen · Feb 1, 2021 · 1h 4m

The speaker contrasts two spiritual streams, comparing them to Cain and Abel, and later to Saul and David. The 'minimum' stream represents those who only do what is required to be accepted by God or the community, while the 'maximum' stream represents those who give their absolute best. True Christian life requires striving for the maximum, characterized by humility and giving fully, rather than settling for the minimum required effort.

1h 9m

CFC India

Being A Witness To Satan | The Missing Messages in Today's Christianity | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 23, 2020 · 1h 9m

The speaker argues that understanding God's mysteries, particularly those found in the New Testament, requires spiritual understanding rather than mere intellectual ability. He draws parallels between the Old Testament's plain laws and the New Testament's 'mystery,' which can only be grasped in the spirit through the Holy Spirit. True understanding, therefore, requires genuine humility, a quality Jesus associated with children, which is necessary to dwell in God's presence.

NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - A Very Important Message On Forgiveness

Zac Poonen · Oct 5, 2020 · 1h 6m

The central message draws from Matthew 18, emphasizing that entering the Kingdom of God requires adopting the humility of a little child. The speaker warns against pride and comparison, noting that true greatness in the church is found in decreasing oneself so that Christ can increase. He concludes by highlighting that receiving or caring for children in Christ's name is equivalent to receiving Christ himself.

NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - Don't Imagine That You Are Spiritual

Zac Poonen · Sep 28, 2020 · 58m

The central message warns against both overestimating and underestimating oneself spiritually. The speaker cautions that modern tendencies, influenced by psychology, can lead people to think too highly of themselves, a danger exemplified by the Pharisee. True spiritual health requires a constant, humble self-assessment, recognizing that the greatest enemies are selfishness and pride, which must be addressed internally rather than through external displays of humility.

31m

NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - Overwhelmed by the presence of God

Zac Poonen · Sep 14, 2020 · 31m

The central message is that the greatest achievement in the Christian life is not theological accuracy, but rather being overwhelmed by the presence of God. The speaker uses John's experience in Revelation to illustrate that even highly knowledgeable people can make mistakes when confronted with God's presence. True spiritual depth comes from humility, which Jesus taught was a gift revealed to the humble rather than the clever or intelligent.

CFC India

Learning From The Failures Of Others | Zac Poonen | Tamil

Zac Poonen · Jul 30, 2020 · 58m

The speaker advises learning from the mistakes of others rather than only from one's own, citing biblical examples like Adam, Abraham, and David. He emphasizes that true spiritual maturity involves humility, recognizing that one's spirit should aim to save rather than condemn others, and that church health depends on the example set by its elders. Ultimately, true leadership, like Jesus's, involves empowering younger members to do greater works.

1h 21m

CFC Bangalore Live

26th July 2020 - Sunday Church Service | The Utter Importance of Humility - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jul 26, 2020 · 1h 21m

The message emphasizes the profound importance of humility, drawing lessons from Jesus' example of being gentle and humble in heart. It encourages the congregation to adopt this Christ-like attitude, referencing Philippians 2:5, so that they may be transformed by hearing God's word and allowing the living water of the Spirit to flow through them.

57m

CFC India

The Way To Growth In Christlikeness | Part-8 | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jul 22, 2020 · 57m

The sermon revisits Jesus' teachings on growing in Christlikeness, focusing specifically on the dangers of seeking human honor in religious acts. The speaker warns against giving or praying publicly to gain praise, emphasizing that true devotion must be done in secret. He stresses that prayer should not be a lecture to God, but a humble exercise of faith, and that all acts of worship—giving, praying, and fasting—must be done to seek God's glory alone.

CFC India

Trusting Christ For Everything At This Time | Zac Poonen | Tamil

Zac Poonen · Jul 21, 2020 · 55m

The central message is that Christians must maintain a constant state of humility, confess sin immediately, and rely completely on Christ in every situation. The speaker emphasizes that genuine prayer requires a clear conscience, drawing parallels from Jesus' miracles and passages like Philippians 2, urging listeners to trust God's provision rather than fearing circumstances.

1h 3m

CFC India

The Way Of Humility | தாழ்மையின் வழி | Zac Poonen | Tamil

Zac Poonen · Jul 17, 2020 · 1h 3m

The sermon emphasizes the profound and necessary nature of humility, suggesting it is a key aspect of spiritual understanding that many people miss. The message encourages the audience to adopt a humble perspective in life, contrasting it with worldly pursuits and misunderstandings.

52m

CFC India

Life Equal To Our Knowledge | நம்முடைய அறிவுக்கேற்ற வாழ்வு | Zac Poonen | Tamil

Zac Poonen · Jul 15, 2020 · 52m

The central message is that a Christian's life must always be in alignment with their knowledge of the truth. Drawing an analogy between growing legs and a person's walk, the speaker emphasizes that even small discrepancies between what we know and how we live will cause us to stumble. True progress requires continuous effort, humility, and striving to emulate Christ in every aspect of life, not just in areas of study.

1h 1m

CFC India

The Root Of Our Sin | நமது பாவத்தின் வேர் | Zac Poonen | Tamil

Zac Poonen · Jul 15, 2020 · 1h 1m

The speaker argues that merely addressing the outward manifestations of sin (the 'fruit') is insufficient for true victory. Instead, one must identify and confront the root cause of sin. Drawing from scripture, he identifies the origin of sin not as a specific transgression, but as pride—pride in beauty, wisdom, or position—exemplified by Lucifer's fall. He warns that spiritual gifts and power can be deceptive, as the devil possesses tremendous power, emphasizing that true victory requires addressing the root issue through Christ.

20m

CFC India

Learn From The Babies - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jul 13, 2020 · 20m

The sermon warns against the subtle danger of pride, which can even disguise itself as humility. Drawing from Matthew 18, the speaker emphasizes that true humility, exemplified by a little child, is a complete lack of pretense or self-consciousness. Genuine humility is internal—a matter of one's thoughts about oneself and others—and requires the help of the Holy Spirit, contrasting sharply with the artificial performance of humility.