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58mLoving Christ Supremely - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 8
9mSeptember 8 | Daily Devotion | The Free Gift Of Righteousness Clothes Repentant Sinners | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7
58mDead Works And The New Covenant - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7
1h 7mRighteousness With Peace And Joy - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7
13mSeptember 7 | Daily Devotion | The Price Of A Happy Christian Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 6
11mSeptember 6 | Daily Devotion | Total Giving To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 5
9mSeptember 5 | Daily Devotion | You And Your Family Should Be A Witness For Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 4
9mSeptember 4 | Daily Devotion | Testimony To The World And To Satan Through The Church | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 3
12mSeptember 3 | Daily Devotion | Glorifying God In Your Personal Life And Your Family Life |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 2
10mSeptember 2 | Daily Devotion | Set Your Mind On God'S Interests And Not Man's Interests | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 1
36mRaising a Godly Family — Zac Poonen — August 31, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 31
11mSeptember 1 | Daily Devotion | Giving Our Best As An Offering To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 31
1h 12mPrinciples Of God's Kingdom | ದೇವರ ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಮೂಲಸೂತ್ರಗಳು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Aug 31
56mPrinciples Of God's Kingdom - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 31
12mAugust 31 | Daily Devotion | The True Church Helps You To Be Free From Sin | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 30
9mAugust 30 | Daily Devotion | One Who Is Forgiven More Loves More | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 29
11mAugust 29 | Daily Devotion | Simple, Pure Devotion To Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 28
7mAugust 28 | Daily Devotion | Only Humble People Receive Grace And Scare The Devil | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27
11mAugust 27 | Daily Devotion | A Mature Christian Grows In The Knowledge Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 26
12mAugust 26 | Daily Devotion | Desire Only God And Nothing Else | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 25
1h 4m24th August 2025 - We Believe And Therefore We Confess - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 25
17mGod Needs Godly Offspring - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 25
30mGod Needs Godly Offspring | ದೇವರು ನಮ್ಮಿಂದ ದೇವಭಕ್ತಿಯುಳ್ಳ ಸಂತಾನವನ್ನು ಬಯಸುತ್ತಾರೆ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Aug 25
56mHow You Can Build the Body of Christ - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 25
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.
58mCFC India
Loving Christ Supremely - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 8, 2025 · 58m
True worship is not merely singing praise or giving thanks, but a deep, daily declaration that one desires nothing on earth except Christ. The speaker emphasizes that spiritual growth comes from being a worshipper, exemplified by Job, rather than just accumulating Bible knowledge. This devotion requires constantly prioritizing Christ above all earthly desires, including career, family comfort, and even ministry itself.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
September 8 | Daily Devotion | The Free Gift Of Righteousness Clothes Repentant Sinners | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7, 2025 · 9m
The message emphasizes that true righteousness comes solely through faith in Christ, not through personal moral uprightness or adherence to the law. The speaker uses Paul's testimony to illustrate that even a life of perfect conduct is insufficient before God; one must realize that all personal righteousness is like 'filthy rags.' Therefore, believers must constantly remember that their standing before God is based entirely on Christ's free gift of righteousness, keeping them humble and dependent on grace.
58mCFC India
Dead Works And The New Covenant - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7, 2025 · 58m
The speaker warns that legalism is the primary hindrance to entering the new covenant, cautioning against falling into the trap of worldliness while simultaneously criticizing the extremes of both. He emphasizes that the Christian life requires walking a very narrow path, which demands constant self-examination and humility. Ultimately, the message stresses that spiritual pride is worse than sin, and believers must judge themselves severely to avoid hypocrisy and judgment at Christ's return.
1h 7mCFC India
Righteousness With Peace And Joy - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7, 2025 · 1h 7m
The central message emphasizes that many biblical promises, including provision for earthly needs and eternal rewards, are conditional. To receive God's blessings, one must first seek God's kingdom and righteousness above all else. Furthermore, true discipleship requires giving everything—plans, possessions, and ambitions—to God, rather than offering only a percentage. Humility, not gifting or status, is the key to eternal reward.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
September 7 | Daily Devotion | The Price Of A Happy Christian Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 6, 2025 · 13m
The central message emphasizes that a truly satisfying Christian life stems from a motive of selfless love for Jesus, not from what He can provide. The speaker argues that seeking God's kingdom must be based purely on gratitude for His prior love, rather than on the expectation of earthly rewards like wealth or comfort. True discipleship means loving Christ even if He withholds blessings or support.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
September 6 | Daily Devotion | Total Giving To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 5, 2025 · 11m
The sermon emphasizes that many biblical promises, including provision for earthly needs, are conditional. True fulfillment requires seeking God's kingdom and righteousness first, which involves a complete surrender of all one's life, not just a percentage. The speaker draws parallels from Jesus' humility in Philippians 2 and his prayer in John 17, urging listeners to give everything to God rather than holding back any part of their plans or possessions.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
September 5 | Daily Devotion | You And Your Family Should Be A Witness For Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 4, 2025 · 9m
The message encourages listeners to take their Christian life seriously, emphasizing that God overlooks past failures and 'times of ignorance' if one repents and commits to living 100% for Christ from the present. It stresses the importance of forgiving others, mirroring the forgiveness received from God, and training one's children to be spiritual weapons, like arrows, for the kingdom.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
September 4 | Daily Devotion | Testimony To The World And To Satan Through The Church | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 3, 2025 · 9m
True spiritual fullness requires total self-surrender to God, not just religious effort. The church's primary testimony is not just to the world, but to the spiritual authorities, demonstrating God's wisdom through genuine love and unity among believers. The speaker emphasizes that a small, devoted group that loves one another is a greater witness to the devil than a large, compromised congregation.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
September 3 | Daily Devotion | Glorifying God In Your Personal Life And Your Family Life |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 2, 2025 · 12m
The central message emphasizes that Christians must prioritize seeking God's kingdom above all personal interests in every area of life, including education, relationships, and finances. The speaker advises that true discipleship involves imitating Jesus by caring for the weak and following God's plan even when it seems counter-intuitive or less materially rewarding. Ultimately, this surrender means viewing all possessions and abilities as belonging to God, using them as a steward to build up the church.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
September 2 | Daily Devotion | Set Your Mind On God'S Interests And Not Man's Interests | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 1, 2025 · 10m
The central message is that true Christian life requires setting one's mind on God's interests rather than personal comfort or self-preservation. The speaker uses the analogy of the grain of wheat, emphasizing that profound fruitfulness comes only when one is willing to
36mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Raising a Godly Family — Zac Poonen — August 31, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 31, 2025 · 36m
The sermon warns against treating God with casualness, comparing it to offering substandard gifts, and stresses that our reverence for God must exceed our respect for earthly authorities. Furthermore, it emphasizes that God takes note of our family life, specifically the covenant between husband and wife, because the purpose of union is to raise godly offspring. Parents are ultimately responsible for guiding their children into discipleship.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
September 1 | Daily Devotion | Giving Our Best As An Offering To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 31, 2025 · 11m
The speaker emphasizes that God desires a pure testimony in every location, not necessarily a large one. Drawing from Malachi, he contrasts the Israelites' habit of offering their sick, lame, and blind animals—the leftovers—with what God truly desires. He urges listeners to examine how they give their best to God in terms of time, energy, and money, warning against offering only the minimum or the leftovers of one's life.
1h 12mCFC India
Principles Of God's Kingdom | ದೇವರ ರಾಜ್ಯದ ಮೂಲಸೂತ್ರಗಳು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Aug 31, 2025 · 1h 12m
The sermon explores the true meaning of the Kingdom of God, clarifying that it is not merely a future, powerful, or political arrival, but rather the rule of God governing every aspect of life. The speaker emphasizes that living under God's government means conducting oneself with integrity, righteousness, and purity in all dealings, whether in work or personal life. He contrasts this with superficial enjoyment of worldly entertainment, urging the congregation to embrace the principles of God's rule in their daily lives.
56mCFC India
Principles Of God's Kingdom - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 31, 2025 · 56m
The sermon reviews several key biblical verses, emphasizing that believers must take seriously the accountability for every careless word spoken, as one's words can justify or condemn. It stresses the necessity of genuine repentance and forgiveness, noting that mere good deeds cannot replace an apology for a wrong. The speaker encourages the audience to boldly declare promises like, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid," and to trust in God's provision through every trial.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
August 31 | Daily Devotion | The True Church Helps You To Be Free From Sin | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 30, 2025 · 12m
The true church is not defined by a building or denomination but by its adherence to the truth that sets believers free from sin, as taught by Jesus. True Christian life requires believers to be built together in fellowship, like bricks in a structure, rather than existing in isolation. Furthermore, following Christ means walking the narrow way, which necessitates actively forgiving others, as God's forgiveness is conditional upon our own willingness to forgive.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
August 30 | Daily Devotion | One Who Is Forgiven More Loves More | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 29, 2025 · 9m
True spiritual growth comes from deeply knowing Jesus Christ, which grants eternal life and makes overcoming sin easier. This profound understanding is rooted in recognizing the immense forgiveness received from God, as illustrated by the principle that the one forgiven much loves much. As believers draw closer to God, they realize the vast scope of their sin, including unconscious sins and sins of omission, leading them to humble themselves before God's grace.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
August 29 | Daily Devotion | Simple, Pure Devotion To Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 28, 2025 · 11m
The central message is that true Christian maturity requires maintaining a simple, pure devotion to Jesus Christ, which the speaker equates to the 'tree of life.' The speaker warns against being led astray by worldly knowledge or self-sufficiency, drawing parallels to the temptation in Eden. Deepening this devotion requires meditating not just on the physical suffering of the cross, but on the profound sacrifice, including the Father forsaking Jesus for three hours.
7mCFC Daily Devotions
August 28 | Daily Devotion | Only Humble People Receive Grace And Scare The Devil | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27, 2025 · 7m
The central message emphasizes that humility is the greatest defense against the devil, as he fears humble people. The speaker draws from James 4:6-7, instructing listeners to first submit and humble themselves before God before attempting to resist the devil. Furthermore, the sermon stresses that receiving God's grace is proven when sin no longer has dominion over a believer's life, urging the audience to take repentance and humility seriously.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
August 27 | Daily Devotion | A Mature Christian Grows In The Knowledge Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 26, 2025 · 11m
The speaker urges believers to move beyond superficial knowledge of scripture, comparing it to basic 'baby food' rather than seeking deeper understanding. True maturity involves pressing on to know the thoughts of God, which is revealed through the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, the goal is not mere accumulation of knowledge but developing a heart that reflects Christ's purity, like preparing a bride for Him.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
August 26 | Daily Devotion | Desire Only God And Nothing Else | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 25, 2025 · 12m
The central message is that true worship involves desiring nothing on earth except the Lord, a sentiment that must be continually affirmed throughout life. The speaker argues that mere singing or giving praise is not true worship; rather, it is a deep, heart-felt declaration of supreme devotion to Jesus. He warns that accumulating worldly success or relying on religious accolades can lead to spiritual complacency, urging listeners to prioritize a pure, unwavering desire for God above all else.
1h 4mCFC Bangalore Live
24th August 2025 - We Believe And Therefore We Confess - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 25, 2025 · 1h 4m
Based on Romans 10:9-10, Zac Poonen teaches that faith and confession work together like two wires completing a circuit—what we believe in our heart must be confessed with our mouth. He presents eight foundational confessions for Christian living, beginning with God's unconditional love and perfect character, and emphasizing that believers must both receive challenge and encouragement from Scripture. The core message is that genuine faith requires both internal belief and external verbal testimony to produce spiritual transformation and joy.
17mCFC India
God Needs Godly Offspring - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 25, 2025 · 17m
God's ultimate purpose in uniting a husband and wife is to produce godly offspring, not merely children. Achieving this requires the grace of the Holy Spirit to teach God's ways in a world that lies. The speaker emphasizes that success in this area is not dependent on human effort or knowledge, but entirely on faith—specifically, faith in the power of Almighty God over worldly challenges. Believers must approach this with faith, trusting that God will provide the necessary power and grace.
30mCFC India
God Needs Godly Offspring | ದೇವರು ನಮ್ಮಿಂದ ದೇವಭಕ್ತಿಯುಳ್ಳ ಸಂತಾನವನ್ನು ಬಯಸುತ್ತಾರೆ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Aug 25, 2025 · 30m
The central message is that God desires a generation characterized by divine devotion, not just biological offspring. This requires the help of the Holy Spirit to raise children in a divine way, as the world is currently under the influence of evil. True strength comes not from worldly power or intellect, but from unwavering faith in God's power, which is demonstrated by declaring 'Amen' to God's promises.
56mCFC India
How You Can Build the Body of Christ - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 25, 2025 · 56m
The true measure of a church is not its size, but the presence of Christ as its head, emphasizing unity over numbers. Unity, which requires total cooperation like the parts of a body, is achieved when believers deny their self-will (the flesh) and follow Christ's example. Furthermore, the genuine fullness of the Holy Spirit is rare and valuable, requiring believers to be discerning against counterfeits.