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Don't Ever Lose Heart or Feel Condemned - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 18

Don't Ever Lose Heart or Feel Condemned -- Zac Poonen -- January 6, 2021

Zac Poonen · Jan 8

10m

Seeing Jesus More Clearly in the Breaking of Bread

Zac Poonen · Jan 4

50m

Zac Poonen - Freedom From Discouragement And Condemnation

Zac Poonen · Jan 4

1h 37m

6th December 2020-Sunday Church Service | Listen Daily to God Who Has Planned Your Life - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 6

All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 46 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)

Zac Poonen · Nov 30

26m

All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 45 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)

Zac Poonen · Nov 30

1h 7m

Zac Poonen - Listen Daily to God Who Has Planned Your Life

Zac Poonen · Nov 30

29th November 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Knowing Christ's Resurrection Power - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 29

1h 9m

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

Zac Poonen · Nov 23

1h 19m

15th November 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Seven Truths That Every Christian Must Know |Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 15

1h 11m

25th October 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Be a Disciple and Not a Scholar - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Oct 25

1h 22m

Questions & Answers for Men -- Zac Poonen -- October 14, 2020

Zac Poonen · Oct 16

1h 44m

Zac Poonen - The Good News During This Pandemic | Austin CFC Global Zoom #6 | 2020-10-10

Zac Poonen · Oct 10

1h 25m

27th September 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Living With The Consuming Fire - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Sep 27

1h 20m

Questions & Answers at RLCF Family Conference 2009 - Zac Poonen - August 16, 2009 (Audio Only)

Zac Poonen · Sep 23

54m

The Lineage of Jesus -- Zac Poonen -- August 14, 2009 (Audio Only)

Zac Poonen · Sep 23

Through The Bible | John - Part-4 | ಸತ್ಯವೇದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ | ಯೋಹಾನ - ಭಾಗ-4 | Zac Poonen | Kannada

Zac Poonen · Sep 23

20th September 2020 - CFC Sunday Church Service |A Father Who Rebukes And Disciplines Us |Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Sep 20

Abraham: The Man Who Worshipped God - Zac Poonen - September 5, 2020

Zac Poonen · Sep 6

Job: The Man Who Was Praised By God - Zac Poonen - September 5, 2020

Zac Poonen · Sep 6

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Through The Bible | John - Part-3 | ಸತ್ಯವೇದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ | ಯೋಹಾನ - ಭಾಗ-3 | Zac Poonen | Kannada

Zac Poonen · Aug 24

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 · scripture

1h 2m

River of Life Christian Fellowship

The Way We Must Live Every Day -- Zac Poonen -- February 3, 2021

Zac Poonen · Feb 4, 2021 · 1h 2m

The speaker emphasizes that true Christian living goes beyond merely following rules or reading the Bible to ease one's conscience. Instead, believers must develop the habit of meditating on scripture day and night, allowing God's Word to guide their thoughts and decisions. This deep meditation, exemplified by Jesus's own discipline, is presented as the source of wisdom and the ability to navigate life's challenges.

1h 34m

CFC Bangalore Live

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24th January 2021 - Sunday Church Service | Acquiring A Heart Of Wisdom - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 24, 2021 · 1h 34m

The message focuses on the necessity of acquiring a heart of wisdom, drawing from scripture to guide the listener. It emphasizes that true wisdom comes from God and is essential for navigating life's challenges. The core message encourages reliance on divine wisdom over worldly understanding.

CFC India

Don't Ever Lose Heart or Feel Condemned - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 18, 2021 · 57m

The sermon encourages believers not to lose heart despite trials, drawing from Paul's experience in 2 Corinthians. The central message emphasizes that God works all things, even difficult circumstances, together for our ultimate good: becoming more Christ-like. Furthermore, the speaker urges the congregation to read scripture not for clever thoughts or messages, but to see the glory of Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit, which removes the 'veil' of misunderstanding.

River of Life Christian Fellowship

Don't Ever Lose Heart or Feel Condemned -- Zac Poonen -- January 6, 2021

Zac Poonen · Jan 8, 2021 · 57m

The message urges believers not to lose heart or become discouraged, drawing parallels from Paul's endurance through trials. The core message emphasizes that God has a singular purpose for our lives: to be conformed to the image of Christ, which surpasses earthly achievements. Furthermore, the speaker instructs listeners that when reading scripture, they must seek to see the glory of Jesus Christ, as the Holy Spirit removes the veil that obscures this vision.

10m

NCCF Church

Seeing Jesus More Clearly in the Breaking of Bread

Zac Poonen · Jan 4, 2021 · 10m

The sermon uses the account of the two disciples on the road to Emmaus to illustrate that true spiritual hunger for God's Word leads to profound revelation. The speaker emphasizes that believers must be eager to learn and share the truth, recognizing that the breaking of bread is a moment to see Jesus's sacrifice clearly. Ultimately, this shared truth carries a responsibility to evangelize and share the gospel with others.

50m

NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - Freedom From Discouragement And Condemnation

Zac Poonen · Jan 4, 2021 · 50m

The central message is that Christians should not become discouraged, especially regarding spiritual progress, because their ministry is a continuous process of transformation from one degree of glory to the next. True spiritual growth involves looking into the Word of God (the mirror) and focusing on personal progress toward Christ's image, rather than comparing oneself to others or dwelling on past failures. This ongoing process requires reliance on grace, which empowers us daily.

1h 37m

CFC Bangalore Live

6th December 2020-Sunday Church Service | Listen Daily to God Who Has Planned Your Life - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 6, 2020 · 1h 37m

The central message emphasizes that Christians must prioritize listening to God's word over being busy with religious activities. The speaker warns against the immaturity of thinking one can do things for the Lord without first learning what He desires. True service requires attentive listening to God's guidance to build His church.

CFC India

All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 46 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)

Zac Poonen · Nov 30, 2020 · 25m

The speaker analyzes Jesus' teachings, focusing on themes of persecution and ministry. He cautions against modern excesses in healing ministries, noting that Jesus healed completely in specific instances, which was an attestation of his divine nature, not a model for imitation. Furthermore, he stresses that true Christian conduct, exemplified by Jesus, involves non-quarreling and speaking with quiet authority, contrasting this with the tendency to over-exaggerate spiritual experiences through shouting or excessive emotional displays.

26m

CFC India

All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 45 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)

Zac Poonen · Nov 30, 2020 · 26m

The speaker emphasizes that true rest comes from following Jesus' teachings, which are not a burden but an easy yoke. He warns against lowering spiritual standards to please others, comparing it to choosing a less hygienic hospital. The core message is to obey every commandment given to Christians and to actively claim every promise found in scripture before death.

1h 7m

NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - Listen Daily to God Who Has Planned Your Life

Zac Poonen · Nov 30, 2020 · 1h 7m

The central message is that while sacrificial service, like Martha's, is commendable, prioritizing time to listen to God's word, as Mary did, is more important. The speaker advises that when struggling with complaints about others, one should bring those concerns directly to the Lord rather than airing them with others. Ultimately, the focus should be on what is eternally important, which is hearing and absorbing Christ's teaching.

CFC Bangalore Live

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29th November 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Knowing Christ's Resurrection Power - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 29, 2020 · 1h 30m

The sermon focuses on understanding and embracing the power of Christ's resurrection. It emphasizes that knowing this resurrection power is central to the Christian life and ministry. The message encourages the congregation to live in the reality of what Christ accomplished.

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.

1h 19m

CFC Bangalore Live

15th November 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Seven Truths That Every Christian Must Know |Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2020 · 1h 19m

The sermon emphasizes that a Christian life must be built upon foundational truths, as these pillars keep life strong during times of testing. The speaker stresses the importance of receiving God's word with faith, comparing the preaching ministry to careful heart surgery aimed at bringing life rather than causing harm. The core message is that knowing the truth, as Jesus taught, is what sets believers free.

1h 11m

CFC Bangalore Live

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25th October 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Be a Disciple and Not a Scholar - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Oct 25, 2020 · 1h 11m

The message contrasts the role of a true disciple with that of a mere scholar. A disciple is characterized by active obedience and following Christ's teachings, whereas a scholar can become overly focused on intellectual knowledge without practical application. True discipleship requires a heart transformation that leads to daily walk with Christ.

1h 22m

River of Life Christian Fellowship

Questions & Answers for Men -- Zac Poonen -- October 14, 2020

Zac Poonen · Oct 16, 2020 · 1h 22m

The speaker discusses the importance of God's power over human might, referencing Gideon's army and Jesus' ministry. He recounts his personal journey, detailing his hunger for deep scripture study and the simplicity of the early church model, contrasting it with the materialism he observed. After periods of pride and defeat, he found restoration through the Holy Spirit and a deeper understanding of Christ's temptation, which led to the formation of a small, dedicated group meeting in private prayer and study.

1h 44m

Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

Zac Poonen - The Good News During This Pandemic | Austin CFC Global Zoom #6 | 2020-10-10

Zac Poonen · Oct 10, 2020 · 1h 44m

The speaker argues that true Christian education must start with understanding the 'fear of the Lord,' citing Proverbs 9:10 as the ABC of wisdom. He cautions against focusing solely on grace, suggesting that a foundation in reverence for God is necessary to overcome persistent sin. Furthermore, he uses Revelation chapters 9 and 16 to illustrate that plagues and tribulations are meant to prompt repentance, which many people fail to do.

1h 25m

CFC Bangalore Live

27th September 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Living With The Consuming Fire - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Sep 27, 2020 · 1h 25m

The message centers on the concept of living with God's 'consuming fire,' which is necessary to cleanse our lives and hearts. The speaker emphasizes that a loss of reverence or the fear of God is a major sign of spiritual decline. To live acceptably before God, we must maintain reverence and awe, recognizing that God is a consuming fire.

1h 20m

River of Life Christian Fellowship

Questions & Answers at RLCF Family Conference 2009 - Zac Poonen - August 16, 2009 (Audio Only)

Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2020 · 1h 20m

The speaker advises believers to focus their curiosity on matters that help them live a godly life, rather than getting bogged down in unanswered theological questions. He explains the difference between the 'old man' (our sinful nature) and the 'flesh,' noting that while the old man is spiritually dead at baptism, the temptations (lusts) remain active. To combat sin, the 'new man' must be kept strong by consistently feeding on God's Word, seeking fellowship, and actively running from temptation.

54m

River of Life Christian Fellowship

The Lineage of Jesus -- Zac Poonen -- August 14, 2009 (Audio Only)

Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2020 · 54m

The speaker emphasizes that the book of Hebrews highlights the superiority of the New Covenant over the Old Covenant, which is described as obsolete. He focuses on Jesus' priesthood through the order of Melchizedek, noting that this priesthood was established not by physical lineage or law, but by the 'power of an indestructible life.' He warns that when church practices or personal actions are based on physical requirements or external laws rather than this internal, indestructible life, they revert to the old covenant and become 'dead works.'

CFC India

Through The Bible | John - Part-4 | ಸತ್ಯವೇದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ | ಯೋಹಾನ - ಭಾಗ-4 | Zac Poonen | Kannada

Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2020 · 25m

The provided transcript is largely composed of repetitive calls to action to subscribe to various channels and mentions of unrelated topics, making it impossible to extract a coherent theological message from the John study. The content does not offer discernible teachings from the Gospel of John.

CFC Bangalore Live

20th September 2020 - CFC Sunday Church Service |A Father Who Rebukes And Disciplines Us |Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Sep 20, 2020 · 1h 30m

The message explores the nature of God as a father who both disciplines and loves His children. It emphasizes that God disciplines those He loves, encouraging believers to embrace correction with a prepared heart. The core message is to fix our eyes on Jesus, the author of our faith, and to desire to hear God's word so that we can be transformed and bring glory to Him.

River of Life Christian Fellowship

Abraham: The Man Who Worshipped God - Zac Poonen - September 5, 2020

Zac Poonen · Sep 6, 2020 · 1h 1m

The speaker emphasizes that all scripture is profitable, and believers are called to be witnesses not only with words but through their entire lives, even when alone. He argues that the ultimate witness is to God, not just to people, citing Job as an example. The message concludes by drawing parallels between Abraham's life, Jesus's testing, and the longing to be called by God as both His servant and His friend.

River of Life Christian Fellowship

Job: The Man Who Was Praised By God - Zac Poonen - September 5, 2020

Zac Poonen · Sep 6, 2020 · 1h 1m

The speaker argues that while the Old Testament is foundational scripture, the New Covenant established at Pentecost provides believers with far greater spiritual privileges than those available to Old Testament saints. He cautions against viewing Old Testament figures as having the same level of grace and reality available to Christians today, emphasizing that true reality and grace are only possible through Christ. The message encourages believers to compare their current understanding to the Old Testament examples to recognize their blessings.