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22mAjay Chakravarthy · Mar 31
26mAjay Chakravarthy · Jan 14
43mAjay Chakravarthy · Nov 12
39mAjay Chakravarthy · Feb 18
32mAjay Chakravarthy · May 10
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Repentance is the defining mark of a truly born-again Christian. Without genuine repentance—a turning away from sin with changed behavior—one's claim to conversion is hollow and superficial.
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Mar 31, 2020 · 22m
The central message is a call to immediate repentance and readiness for Christ's return, using the analogy of the tower in Siloam. The speaker emphasizes that eternity is irreversible, meaning there are no second chances to reconcile with others or correct past wrongs. Believers must use the present time to draw close to the Lord consistently, like gathering provisions in the summer, and remain prepared like servants waiting for their master's return.
26mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 14, 2020 · 26m
The speaker uses the story of the woman who anointed Jesus' feet to emphasize the profound forgiveness found in Christ's presence. He then extends this principle to relationships, urging listeners to create an environment of non-judgmental acceptance so that others feel free to confess their sins. Finally, he stresses that true discipleship requires not just hearing Jesus' teachings, but actively observing and living them out in one's own life.
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Nov 12, 2019 · 43m
The speaker challenges the congregation on the depth of their commitment to listening to Jesus, suggesting that true discipleship requires actively applying spiritual teaching without needing physical reminders. He then uses the historical example of the Hittites to warn against harboring a spirit of criticism or fault-finding, which he compares to lacking a 'blanket of love' to cover others' sins. Failing to repent of this critical spirit will cause it to become a constant 'thorn in the flesh,' necessitating repentance and a renewed commitment to love.
39mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Feb 18, 2019 · 39m
The sermon uses biblical examples, such as David's confrontation with sin and Jesus' parables, to illustrate that God uses 'mirrors' to reveal our hidden sins. The central message is that before judging or correcting others, we must first honestly examine our own hearts. The speaker emphasizes that we must apply the spiritual advice and truth we give to others to ourselves first, echoing the command to 'physician, heal thyself.'
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · May 10, 2015 · 32m
Jesus is established as the sole Builder and Head of the Church, making any structure built apart from Him illegitimate. The sermon contrasts this with self-serving efforts, like those in Genesis 11, and examines the nature of true repentance using Jeremiah 3. The speaker emphasizes that God desires genuine, heartfelt acknowledgment of sin, warning against superficial or deceptive repentance.