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1mSantosh Poonen · Nov 19
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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.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Nov 19, 2025 · 1m
The message urges listeners to confront the 'filthiness of the flesh' and actively repent for sins, confessing them to Jesus Christ for cleansing. The speaker encourages deep self-examination, asking what would remain if God were to 'erase' the current life, implying that worldly preoccupations and ambitions must be surrendered.
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Sep 25, 2025 · 31m
The speaker recounts the life of Frances Havergal, highlighting her early intellectual gifts and deep spiritual unrest regarding salvation. Her journey illustrates that true spiritual breakthrough often comes from persistent longing and the simple act of trusting in Christ, even when feeling hopeless. The central message is that one must actively seek peace with God and fully commit one's soul to Jesus.
37mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jun 27, 2025 · 37m
The video recounts the life and profound impact of Robert Murray M'Cheyne, detailing his early brilliance, struggles with worldly pleasures, and the transformative grief following his brother David's death. His life journey led him to a deep calling to ministry, marked by a profound realization of his sinfulness and a commitment to serving God by pointing others to Christ.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Apr 14, 2025 · 58m
The speaker emphasizes the critical need for genuine spiritual preparation, urging the congregation to lay down pride and lukewarmness to invite the Holy Spirit's revival. Drawing from Paul's declaration of being the worst of sinners, the message cautions against speaking such profound spiritual claims lightly, suggesting that true humility requires a deep, God-given realization of one's own sinfulness relative to others. Ultimately, the core message is to approach God with a profound and honest sense of sin.
1h 7mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Mar 3, 2025 · 1h 7m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christian life hinges on humility, which is presented as the master key to everything. The speaker encourages the congregation to use the Word of God like a mirror to honestly examine their hearts, rather than seeking mere praise or information. Ultimately, the goal of spiritual examination is not condemnation, but to foster a desire to be saved by Christ, which begins with recognizing one's need for grace.
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Feb 27, 2025 · 31m
This biography recounts the life of Elijah Hedding, detailing his spiritual journey from a man initially uncommitted to Christ to a devoted preacher. His conversion was marked by deep conviction, profound weeping, and the clear witness of the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, God called him to full-time ministry, where he dedicated his life to proclaiming the gospel.
55sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Feb 13, 2025 · 55s
God operates through repentance and faith; repentance simply means turning back to God. The speaker assures the audience that no matter the difficult circumstance they are in, if they turn to God, He will find them. This illustrates God's persistent pursuit of those who repent.
55mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jan 26, 2025 · 55m
The sermon emphasizes that God recompenses us according to how we treat others, urging listeners to be kind, blameless, pure, and to forsake all deceit. The central message is that 2025 is proclaimed as the 'Year of Jubilee,' a time of freedom from any bondage—whether in sin, anxiety, or relationship struggles—because the Spirit of the Lord is present in the church to proclaim release to the captives.
51sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Nov 23, 2024 · 51s
The speaker challenges the audience to consider what they would do with a single moment if God offered it, especially knowing that the blood of Jesus is available to cleanse sin. He argues that many people operate under a false sense of security, believing they can sin and then rely on Jesus' blood for forgiveness, which indicates a misunderstanding of the true 'fear of the Lord.'
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Nov 23, 2024 · 1m
The message warns that at the Judgment Seat of Christ, our hearts and motives will be exposed by a bright light. The speaker urges listeners to proactively examine their hearts, asking God to shine His light on them so they can see what others cannot. This serves as a wake-up call, emphasizing that Christ's return is imminent and we must be prepared to stand before that judgment.
1h 9mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11, 2024 · 1h 9m
The central message draws from the Prodigal Son parable, emphasizing that the core lesson is not the son's actions but the father's welcoming presence. The speaker urges listeners to repent and turn back to God, recognizing that God will find them regardless of their current state. True joy and satisfaction come from being in God's presence, and the ultimate goal of the Christian life is pursuing God Himself, not earthly blessings or achievements.
1h 12mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen · Nov 3, 2024 · 1h 12m
The speaker argues that truly understanding God's holiness, as seen by Isaiah, leads to a profound sense of personal unholiness and sin. He warns against treating the concept of God's holiness lightly, suggesting that such teachings must lead to genuine life change rather than mere emotional singing. The ultimate goal is perfecting holiness through the fear of God.
33mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 33m
The video recounts the life story of Joanna Veenstra, detailing her journey from a life of worldly pleasure and disobedience to profound spiritual surrender. Her life transformation was marked by intense struggle, deep prayer, and ultimately, a calling to serve God in Nigeria, emphasizing that true Christian fruitfulness comes from being emptied of self and filled with the Holy Spirit.
40mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 40m
The video recounts the life story of Samuel Morris, originally named Kabo, detailing his horrific captivity and torture as a young African prince. After a miraculous escape guided by light, he found safety and Christian fellowship. His journey highlights his deep desire to overcome the inner desire for revenge, leading him to profound prayer experiences where he felt filled with the Holy Spirit and joy.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 32m
The story recounts the life of Anne Preston, who, despite early academic struggles, became known for her deep knowledge of the Bible and answered prayers. After hearing Jesus' teaching on private prayer (Matthew 6:6), Anne experienced a profound spiritual awakening, crying out over her sins until she received God's mercy. This experience culminated in a miracle where, despite being unable to read, she was able to read a verse about eternal life after praying for help.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 47m
This segment recounts the early life and spiritual journey of Isaac Marsden, detailing his initial descent into a wild lifestyle involving pranks and questionable company. Despite his father's efforts and his mother's persistent prayers, Isaac's path was far from straight until a significant turning point, illustrating the power of persistent faith and divine intervention in turning a life toward God.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 46m
The video recounts the life of John Woolman, detailing how his early life and Quaker upbringing instilled in him a deep commitment to purity and God's law. His journey involved struggles with youthful sin, leading to deep repentance and a renewed dedication to Christ. Woolman's life work was marked by his unwavering conscience, leading him to challenge societal norms, notably by speaking out against the institution of slavery.
34mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 34m
The video recounts the life of Robert Cleaver Chapman, highlighting his transformation from a confident, self-righteous lawyer who relied on his good works to someone who found true peace and salvation only through Christ. Chapman's journey illustrates that human efforts to earn God's favor are ultimately insufficient, contrasting with the perfect justice and mercy found in the Savior. His life became a testimony of relying solely on God's grace.
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 43m
The video tells the story of Eunice Cobb, who transitioned from a vain, worldly young woman to a life of deep spiritual devotion. Her journey highlights the contrast between merely living a 'good life' and embracing true Christian holiness, which required her to give up worldly pleasures and focus on inner transformation through God's grace. The narrative emphasizes the call to repentance and holy living.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jun 16, 2024 · 1m
The central message is that God is not concerned with the duration since a person last sinned or fell, but rather with the presence of faith in the present moment. True faith is demonstrated by depending on God today, regardless of past failures. Jesus exemplified this by depending on the Father every single day of His life.
58sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jun 14, 2024 · 58s
The speaker emphasizes the profound joy in heaven over a single sinner who repents, referencing Jesus' teaching in Luke 15. He shares personal experiences of confronting unChristlike behavior and finding immense relief and acceptance when he genuinely repented to God. The core message is the overwhelming joy of reconciliation through repentance.
1h 12mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jun 10, 2024 · 1h 12m
The sermon emphasizes that believers are called to live a life of perpetual rest, drawing parallels to the holiness of the Sabbath. It strongly warns against sin, comparing it to drinking from an unclean toilet, and stresses that while preaching is helpful, true freedom from sin requires the work of the Holy Spirit. The speaker concludes by reiterating that Christ came specifically to save the worst sinners, encouraging the audience to embrace repentance.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jun 7, 2024 · 1m
The message encourages listeners who feel defeated in various areas—such as their eyes, tongue, ears, or by unforgiveness—to turn back to God. Regardless of their current difficult circumstances, turning to Him is the way to bring joy to the Father's heart.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · May 30, 2024 · 1m
When you fail, resist the urge to self-condemn; instead, turn to Christ's voice. The speaker encourages listeners to silence the critical voice of self-blame and instead invite the voice of Jesus, who promises love, support, and the assurance that the believer will be conformed into Christ's image.