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1h 49mSession 12 - Speakers (Joseph Kuruvilla, Victor & Zac Poonen)
Zac Poonen · Oct 21
1h 6m7th October 2018 - God Works to Perfect Us - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 7
45mThe Narrow Way that Leads to Life - Zac Poonen - September 9, 2018
Zac Poonen · Sep 12
1h 2mListening to God and Not Listening to Satan - Zac Poonen - September 2, 2018
Zac Poonen · Sep 3
53mHow God Evaluates a Church - Zac Poonen - August 26, 2018
Zac Poonen · Aug 26
44mZac Poonen - The Narrow Way To Life
Zac Poonen · Jul 11
1h 16mZac Poonen - In The New Covenant Our Inner Life Is Primary
Zac Poonen · Jun 27
3m 12sZac Poonen’s new book – HEAR! O MY SONS (A Father's Advice To His Sons)
Zac Poonen · Jun 8
1h 5mZac Poonen - What It Really Means To Worship God
Zac Poonen · May 23
1h 3mZac Poonen - The New Covenant Standard Is Attainable
Zac Poonen · May 7
1h 51m1st April 2018 - Whom Does Jesus Value?
Zac Poonen · Apr 1
1h 41m4th February 2018 - Dangers Of Wealth And Comfort - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 4
1h 11mBangalore Conference - 2017 - Session 1
Zac Poonen · Oct 1
25m28.God Centred Prayer - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 17
25m20.Holiness Of Jesus - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 16
25m17.Transformation - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 16
24m6.Free Will And The Conscience - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 3
25m2.God's Provision For Man - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 3
1h 19mZac Poonen - Dangers That New Covenant Christians Face
Zac Poonen · Jun 19
1h 6mInward Brokenness and Outward Fruitfulness - Zac Poonen - May 27, 2017
Zac Poonen · Jun 7
1h 10m1) The Preparation To Be The Bride of Christ - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 2
55mGod is Light and God is Love - Zac Poonen - May 26, 2017
Zac Poonen · May 27
1h 9m2. Zac Poonen - Restoring Relationships With All People
Zac Poonen · May 27
1h 10m1. Zac Poonen - The Preparation To Be The Bride of Christ
Zac Poonen · May 27
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.
1h 49mCFC Bangalore Live
Session 12 - Speakers (Joseph Kuruvilla, Victor & Zac Poonen)
Zac Poonen · Oct 21, 2018 · 1h 49m
The speaker emphasizes that the most crucial aspect of Christian life is maintaining an unbroken, constant fellowship with God the Father. He draws from scripture to support this, noting that this relationship is the foundation before any focus on the church or fellowship with other believers. True eternal life is defined by knowing God.
1h 6mCFC Bangalore Live
7th October 2018 - God Works to Perfect Us - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 7, 2018 · 1h 6m
The speaker discusses the nature of sickness, arguing that while we will not be free from illness on earth, we must pray for healing because sickness is not part of God's perfect will. He draws from scripture to argue that Jesus experienced physical ailments, not just sin, and that His incarnation was necessary for Him to fully understand human suffering. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to follow Christ by accepting that He lived fully in the flesh, experiencing everything except sin.
45mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Narrow Way that Leads to Life - Zac Poonen - September 9, 2018
Zac Poonen · Sep 12, 2018 · 45m
The speaker encourages the audience to develop a deep, conscious awareness of Jesus's constant presence in their lives, comparing it to singing hymns with true meaning rather than just ritual. He emphasizes that recognizing Christ's presence prevents sin and that setting the Lord before oneself is the key to a life that cannot be shaken. Ultimately, true joy and remaining in God's presence are maintained by confessing unconfessed sin and guarding against pride.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Listening to God and Not Listening to Satan - Zac Poonen - September 2, 2018
Zac Poonen · Sep 3, 2018 · 1h 2m
The sermon emphasizes that the Church's purpose is to prepare believers for heaven, which will be filled with people from every tribe, tongue, and nation. This preparation requires believers to pursue holiness, learn to worship Jesus, and, most critically, die to self to mingle with people different from themselves. The speaker argues that resistance to this mingling is often rooted in the pride of one's own community, contrasting this with the unity achieved only through being crucified with Christ.
53mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
How God Evaluates a Church - Zac Poonen - August 26, 2018
Zac Poonen · Aug 26, 2018 · 53m
God requires human free will and conscience to achieve holiness, as mere obedience like that of a robot is insufficient. The speaker emphasizes that all choices, leading to either life or destruction, are ultimately the individual's own responsibility, not God's doing. Furthermore, consequences for sin are not immediate; people often continue in sin because they do not believe in the eventual judgment for their actions.
44mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Narrow Way To Life
Zac Poonen · Jul 11, 2018 · 44m
Jesus taught that true discipleship requires walking the narrow way, which goes far beyond mere external adherence to rules like not committing murder or adultery. This narrow path demands internal purity, specifically concerning one's heart, thoughts, and anger. The speaker emphasizes that most Christians only focus on external testimony, missing the profound call to guard one's private life and heart from sin.
1h 16mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - In The New Covenant Our Inner Life Is Primary
Zac Poonen · Jun 27, 2018 · 1h 16m
The central message is that the New Covenant life emphasizes the inner life over mere outward performance. Unlike the Old Covenant focus, which was visible action, the New Covenant requires believers to be concerned with what God thinks of them when no one is watching. The speaker argues that true understanding of God's ways leads to a deep concern for one's private thoughts and motives, contrasting this with the superficiality of those who only worry about public testimony.
3m 12sCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen’s new book – HEAR! O MY SONS (A Father's Advice To His Sons)
Zac Poonen · Jun 8, 2018 · 3m 12s
This book compiles emails written by the author to his four sons during their late teens and twenties, offering guidance rooted in God's Word. The central themes emphasize establishing devotion to the Lord Jesus early in life, maintaining holiness, taking up the cross, and accurately sharing God's truth. The author also provides specific advice regarding choosing a life partner and marriage.
1h 5mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - What It Really Means To Worship God
Zac Poonen · May 23, 2018 · 1h 5m
True worship goes beyond merely avoiding sin; it requires offering one's very best and giving oneself completely to God, as exemplified by Abel. The speaker contrasts this with a system (Babylon) that emphasizes worldly goods and business principles, suggesting that true Christian life must reflect a complete dedication to God rather than just moral compliance. This dedication is necessary for God to regard our offerings, whether material or prayerful.
1h 3mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The New Covenant Standard Is Attainable
Zac Poonen · May 7, 2018 · 1h 3m
The central message is that the New Covenant standard of Christian living is attainable through a passionate desire to reflect Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that this standard requires more than mere knowledge of scripture; it demands a deep, consuming thirst for righteousness, similar to thirst in the desert. He argues that true discipleship involves striving to live up to the elevated standards set by Christ, rather than settling for the comfortable compromises of the Old Covenant or current cultural norms.
1h 51mCFC Bangalore Live
1st April 2018 - Whom Does Jesus Value?
Zac Poonen · Apr 1, 2018 · 1h 51m
The message emphasizes that true worship is not limited to Sunday services but should be a continuous 'sacrifice of Thanksgiving' offered throughout our entire lives. The speaker encourages the congregation to thank God for everything, recognizing that nothing happens by accident, and to live a life that constantly honors Him. A special prayer is offered for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit, particularly upon the young people.
1h 41mCFC Bangalore Live
4th February 2018 - Dangers Of Wealth And Comfort - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 4, 2018 · 1h 41m
The sermon, though largely punctuated by music and prayer, draws on scripture to emphasize God's power to renew the spirit and forgive sins. It centers on the themes of salvation through Christ's sacrifice and the ongoing need for God's grace and perseverance to endure to the end. The message encourages the congregation to worship God for His mercy and strength.
1h 11mCFC Bangalore Live
Bangalore Conference - 2017 - Session 1
Zac Poonen · Oct 1, 2017 · 1h 11m
The message emphasizes that God accepts offerings based on the quality of what is given, referencing the contrast between Cain and Abel. True devotion requires bringing the best to God, which extends beyond material offerings to include one's whole life and relationships. The speaker warns that a lack of genuine devotion, symbolized by bringing less than one's best, can stifle the fire and anointing of God's presence.
25mCFC India
28.God Centred Prayer - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 17, 2017 · 25m
The sermon emphasizes that true prayer must be heart-centered and God-centered, prioritizing the glorification of God's name above personal needs. The speaker draws from the Lord's Prayer to illustrate that the focus must be on God's glory and the establishment of His kingdom on earth. He warns against man-centered gospel approaches and urges believers to concern themselves with the honor of Jesus' name in their communities.
25mCFC India
20.Holiness Of Jesus - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 16, 2017 · 25m
The sermon emphasizes that while much Christian teaching focuses on Jesus as a savior, it often neglects His life as a perfect example of character. True discipleship, according to the New Testament, means transforming one's character to be like Christ—living with humility, purity, and love—rather than focusing solely on social or political action. The speaker contrasts the attainable holiness of Christ, which was perfect and sinless, with the ongoing struggle against temptation, clarifying that sin only occurs when one agrees with a temptation, not when it merely flashes through the mind.
25mCFC India
17.Transformation - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 16, 2017 · 25m
The central message is that the Christian life's true destination is not merely reaching heaven, but achieving a transformed character that mirrors Christ's likeness. This transformation, or sanctification, is achieved by being born again through the narrow gate and is a deep internal cleansing, unlike mere external refinement or adherence to law. Christ came to save us from sin and transform our inner nature, which is accomplished through the Holy Spirit.
24mCFC India
6.Free Will And The Conscience - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 3, 2017 · 24m
The central message is that free will is a gift from God essential for true holiness, as voluntary obedience is required. The speaker emphasizes that God does not remove this freedom, even when a person is filled with the Holy Spirit, who grants self-control. True spiritual gifts are subject to the individual's will, contrasting this with the total control seen in demonic possession.
25mCFC India
2.God's Provision For Man - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 3, 2017 · 25m
The sermon explains that humanity's true purpose is to respond to the Spirit and the voice of God, rising above mere animalistic desires. Satan's greatest deception is convincing people that God is not a source of joy, leading them to choose created things (like lust or money) over the Creator. True holiness requires making the conscious choice to value God above all created attractions, as demonstrated by Abraham's obedience.
1h 19mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Dangers That New Covenant Christians Face
Zac Poonen · Jun 19, 2017 · 1h 19m
The central message is that true hope in Christ's return is proven by a life of increasing purity, mirroring Christ's own standard. The speaker warns that intellectual understanding is insufficient; one must prioritize the guidance of the Holy Spirit and maintain a blameless conscience before God and man. Preparation involves confessing everything, forgiving others, and living according to God's will to be ready for the resurrection of the righteous.
1h 6mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Inward Brokenness and Outward Fruitfulness - Zac Poonen - May 27, 2017
Zac Poonen · Jun 7, 2017 · 1h 6m
The central message is the necessity of aligning one's inner life with one's outer actions, mirroring the balance Jesus taught. The speaker advises believers to live by their will rather than their fluctuating feelings, particularly when practicing forgiveness, which is a choice, not a feeling. True transformation requires a deep, desperate longing for inner purity that matches outward devotion.
1h 10mCFC India
1) The Preparation To Be The Bride of Christ - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 2, 2017 · 1h 10m
The central message is the necessity of maintaining a permanent, abiding dwelling place in Christ to be ready for His return as His pure bride. The speaker warns against subtle backsliding—such as pride or selfishness—and emphasizes that true assurance comes not from past decisions, but from actively purifying oneself daily, mirroring Christ's purity. This deep, heart-level relationship is the proof of having the hope of being like Christ at His coming.
55mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God is Light and God is Love - Zac Poonen - May 26, 2017
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 55m
The central message is that the believer's life should reflect the 'beauty of the Lord' shining from within, which is a hallmark of the New Covenant. The speaker warns against a superficial Christianity where outward religious activity masks a fading glory, comparing it to the Old Covenant. True evidence of God's presence is a life lived in the Spirit—characterized by immediate confession of sin and quick reconciliation with others—rather than mere feeling or performance.
1h 9mNCCF Church
2. Zac Poonen - Restoring Relationships With All People
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 1h 9m
The central message is that the goal of Christian life is to reflect Jesus Christ, which requires both personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that reading scripture should aim to grasp the 'heart of God'—the relational aspect—rather than becoming an overly analytical scholar. True evidence of the Holy Spirit's filling is demonstrated by a fervent love for God and others, especially those who mistreat us, and maintaining a constant readiness to confess and get up immediately after sinning.
1h 10mNCCF Church
1. Zac Poonen - The Preparation To Be The Bride of Christ
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2017 · 1h 10m
The central message is that Christians must actively prepare to be Christ's pure bride by living in a permanent dwelling place with Him, which is called 'abiding in Christ.' This preparation requires daily spiritual vigilance against subtle sins like selfishness and pride, and the ultimate proof of this hope is the continuous process of self-purification, striving to be like Christ.