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47mThe Lord Knows His Own — Ajay Chakravarthy — December 25, 2022
Ajay Chakravarthy · Dec 26
1h 11mHow God Planted A New Covenant Church In Bangalore – India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 14
15mZac Poonen - What It Means to Be Truly Spiritual
Zac Poonen · Dec 12
27mRLCF Praise Live — December 4, 2022
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 7
1h 14mFour Essentials For Growth - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Nov 28
32mRLCF Praise Live — November 20, 2022
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Nov 23
1h 12mSantosh Poonen - A Vessel Poured Out for Others | Austin CFC | WoF 2022 Session 3
Santosh Poonen · Nov 13
1h 2mSantosh Poonen - A Spirit-Filled Vessel | Austin CFC | WoF 2022 Session 2
Santosh Poonen · Nov 13
41mRLCF Praise Live (with Children's Songs) -- November 6, 2022
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Nov 10
1h 3mThree Stages Of Salvation - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Nov 7
59mFilled So That We Can be Poured Out for Others — Santosh Poonen — November 6, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Nov 7
1h 5mBeing a Witness for Christ with Compassion — Zac Poonen — November 2, 2022
Zac Poonen · Nov 4
1h 10mThe True Body of Christ is Conceived by the Holy Spirit — Santosh Poonen — October 30, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 31
1h 9mThe God-Centered Can Build The Church - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31
1h 5mBe Saved From This Perverse Generation — Ian Robson — October 29, 2022
Ian Robson · Oct 30
1h 4mBaptism In The Holy Spirit - Charles Banna | Youth Camp 2022 - Session 3
Charles Banna · Oct 28
59mThe Holy Spirit Opens Our Hearts Wide To Love - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Oct 27
1h 39m16th Oct 2022 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service
CFC Bangalore Live · Oct 16
1h 37m9th Oct 2022 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service | Abba Father - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Oct 9
53mThe Holy Spirit Frees Us From Being Orphans — Zac Poonen — October 5, 2022
Zac Poonen · Oct 6
51mBuilding Your Life On A Solid Foundation - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 30
1h 2mGod Must Empty Us of Pride Fully to Give Us His Indestructible Life - Santosh Poonen - Sept 25, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Sep 26
48mDo All Things Without Complaining (Message to Women) -- Annie Poonen -- September 21, 2022
Annie Poonen · Sep 22
1h 3mBeing Led By The Spirit - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 21
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.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Lord Knows His Own — Ajay Chakravarthy — December 25, 2022
Ajay Chakravarthy · Dec 26, 2022 · 47m
The sermon emphasizes the profound, mutual knowledge between God and His people, drawing heavily from John 10 and the parable of the ten virgins. The central message is that true readiness for Christ's return requires more than mere attendance or profession; it demands an open invitation for the Holy Spirit to know and fill every part of the believer's life. The speaker urges the congregation to proactively ask God to search their hearts, ensuring no part of their lives is hidden from Him.
1h 11mCFC India
How God Planted A New Covenant Church In Bangalore – India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 14, 2022 · 1h 11m
The speaker compares the Israelites' poor offerings in Malachi to the need for believers to offer their best to God, emphasizing that true devotion requires sacrifice. He stresses that the foundation of the church (CFC) is built upon two core principles: offering the best of oneself and being filled with the Holy Spirit, citing Acts 1:8 as the definitive evidence of this filling. He warns against neglecting these truths in favor of superficial religious practices or focusing on money.
15mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - What It Means to Be Truly Spiritual
Zac Poonen · Dec 12, 2022 · 15m
True spirituality requires diligently seeking out the deeper, concealed truths within God's Word, rather than remaining superficial. The speaker emphasizes that merely hearing truths is insufficient; one must dig deep into scripture to truly know God. Furthermore, understanding the biblical distinction between the soul (mind/feelings) and the spirit is crucial, as the Word of God pierces this division, leading to a life where the Holy Spirit's power flows out through us.
27mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingRLCF Praise Live — December 4, 2022
CFC Messages · Dec 7, 2022 · 27m
This video appears to be a compilation of worship and praise music from River of Life Christian Fellowship on December 4, 2022. The segments cover themes of the Holy Spirit, heavenly presence, thriving, morning renewal, prayer, and personal devotion to God. It is primarily a worship experience rather than a sermon.
1h 14mCFC India
Four Essentials For Growth - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Nov 28, 2022 · 1h 14m
To grow spiritually, the early church modeled four key practices: continually devoting themselves to the apostles' teaching, engaging in fellowship, breaking bread, and praying. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian growth is internal, requiring cleansing from within by the Holy Spirit, which is foundational to living in reverence to God.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — November 20, 2022
CFC Messages · Nov 23, 2022 · 32m
The sermon emphasizes drawing deep from the Holy Spirit, comparing the believer to a pen ready for God to write His word through us. Key messages include turning to Jesus first for all needs, confessing our deepest struggles to Him, and maintaining faith in His victory over the enemy. The speaker concludes with prayers for healing, material provision, and continued reliance on God's faithfulness.
1h 12mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen - A Vessel Poured Out for Others | Austin CFC | WoF 2022 Session 3
Santosh Poonen · Nov 13, 2022 · 1h 12m
The message emphasizes that true spiritual life requires more than just receiving from God; one must also pour out what has been received. Drawing parallels from Elisha being given a new vessel, the speaker warns against becoming spiritually stagnant like the Dead Sea—receiving but having no outlet. The key to growth is scattering what you have been given, as Proverbs 11:24 suggests, ensuring that your life benefits others rather than just yourself.
1h 2mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen - A Spirit-Filled Vessel | Austin CFC | WoF 2022 Session 2
Santosh Poonen · Nov 13, 2022 · 1h 2m
The message uses the analogy of a vessel—comparing an empty clean house to a dirty, occupied one—to illustrate spiritual readiness. The central point is that merely being 'clean' or going through rituals like baptism is insufficient; one must be filled with the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that true transformation involves allowing worldly desires and ambitions to grow dim as one turns their eyes fully upon Jesus.
41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live (with Children's Songs) -- November 6, 2022
CFC Messages · Nov 10, 2022 · 41m
The service was characterized by communal praise, worship, and prayer, focusing on the presence and exaltation of God. Key themes included acknowledging God's grace, the amazing love demonstrated through Christ's sacrifice, and the need for believers to surrender their lives entirely to Him. The speakers prayed for freedom from spiritual bondage, increased faith, and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
1h 3mCFC India
Three Stages Of Salvation - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Nov 7, 2022 · 1h 3m
The speaker outlines three stages of salvation: first, being forgiven of past sins through repentance and faith in Christ, which cleanses the slate. Second, this forgiveness is followed by the ongoing process of progressive sanctification, which requires the power of the Holy Spirit to overcome sin in one's daily life. Finally, believers are empowered by the Holy Spirit to live a life of good works, which are the result of salvation, not the means to achieve it.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Filled So That We Can be Poured Out for Others — Santosh Poonen — November 6, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Nov 7, 2022 · 59m
The sermon cautions against becoming legalistic after achieving spiritual cleansing, warning that self-focus can lead to spiritual stagnation. The central message is that the purpose of sanctification is not merely internal purity, but rather being filled by the Holy Spirit so that one can be poured out to bless others. This outward focus is achieved by looking unto Jesus, rather than solely looking inward at one's own spiritual state.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Being a Witness for Christ with Compassion — Zac Poonen — November 2, 2022
Zac Poonen · Nov 4, 2022 · 1h 5m
The sermon uses the calling of Matthew to illustrate the Christian's inherent burden to share the gospel with sinners. The speaker emphasizes that every believer, not just professional evangelists, must feel this passion to reach the lost, comparing it to a personal cure that must be shared. This burden is fueled by the Holy Spirit, which compels believers to witness beyond their immediate circles.
1h 10mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The True Body of Christ is Conceived by the Holy Spirit — Santosh Poonen — October 30, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 31, 2022 · 1h 10m
The speaker emphasizes that while Jesus is willing to heal and cleanse from pain, believers must focus on the greater purpose God has for their lives, which surpasses any immediate answer or temporary suffering. He warns against the church assimilating with the world's culture, using the celebration of Halloween as a specific example. The core message is to remain pure in Christ, echoing Ephesians 5's call to have nothing to do with the works of darkness.
1h 9mCFC India
The God-Centered Can Build The Church - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31, 2022 · 1h 9m
The central message is that true church building is founded not merely on doctrinal agreement, but on a personal, internal revelation of who Jesus Christ truly is, as experienced by the Holy Spirit. The speaker contrasts intellectual understanding or outward conformity with the deep, life-altering encounter with Christ's life and principles. This genuine revelation leads to a life lived consistently by Christ's principles, which is the true measure of discipleship.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Be Saved From This Perverse Generation — Ian Robson — October 29, 2022
Ian Robson · Oct 30, 2022 · 1h 5m
The speaker urges the young people to be saved from a 'perverse generation' by focusing on genuine inner reality rather than mere performance. He emphasizes that merely knowing the right doctrines or speaking the correct language is insufficient; one must experience the Holy Spirit's immersion and personal conviction of sin. True discipleship requires actively leading others into life, not just putting on a religious performance.
1h 4mCFC India
transcribingBaptism In The Holy Spirit - Charles Banna | Youth Camp 2022 - Session 3
Charles Banna · Oct 28, 2022 · 1h 4m
This session focuses on the experience of baptism in the Holy Spirit. It likely covers the theological understanding of this experience and its significance for Christian life, particularly for young people attending the camp.
59mCFC India
The Holy Spirit Opens Our Hearts Wide To Love - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Oct 27, 2022 · 59m
The central message is that believers must keep their hearts open wide to others, mirroring the openness Paul encouraged the Corinthians to have. The speaker emphasizes that our restraint often comes not from others, but from our own affections. He urges the congregation to make room in their hearts for others, especially leaders, and to continually turn to the Holy Spirit for the grace to maintain this open-heartedness, which leads to freedom and transformation.
1h 39mCFC Bangalore Live
16th Oct 2022 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service
CFC Messages · Oct 16, 2022 · 1h 39m
The service focused heavily on worship, praise, and acknowledging God's overwhelming grace and faithfulness. Key themes included trusting in the Lord rather than self-understanding, praising God for His mercy, and recognizing the gift of the Holy Spirit. The message concluded with a focus on continually desiring the pure milk of God's word for spiritual growth.
1h 37mCFC Bangalore Live
9th Oct 2022 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service | Abba Father - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Oct 9, 2022 · 1h 37m
The service focused heavily on worship, praising God's holiness, grace, and saving power through various hymns and declarations. The message emphasized that salvation is a gift received by faith, acknowledging God's faithfulness, and calling the congregation to praise Him with all their hearts. The service concluded with prayers for healing, the youth, and the anointing of the speaker.
53mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Holy Spirit Frees Us From Being Orphans — Zac Poonen — October 5, 2022
Zac Poonen · Oct 6, 2022 · 53m
Jesus' words in John 14 emphasize that true love for Him is demonstrated by keeping His commandments, which requires diligent study of scripture. When believers realize the impossibility of keeping these high standards through sheer willpower, they must turn to the Holy Spirit, whom Jesus promises as a Helper. This need for help, rather than seeking mere supernatural experiences, is the true sign of a heart desiring to obey Christ.
51mCFC India
Building Your Life On A Solid Foundation - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 30, 2022 · 51m
The speaker argues that while the Bible is valuable, the most crucial element for the Christian life is being filled with the Holy Spirit, not mere knowledge of scripture. He draws from Matthew 11:25, emphasizing that God reveals truth to the humble, like babies, rather than those who are highly educated. True spiritual understanding comes through divine revelation, which changes one's life, unlike studying the Bible which can only puff up knowledge without transforming the heart.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God Must Empty Us of Pride Fully to Give Us His Indestructible Life - Santosh Poonen - Sept 25, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Sep 26, 2022 · 1h 2m
The sermon focuses on the concept of creation groaning and the believer's anticipation of redemption, drawing heavily from Romans 8. The speaker emphasizes that having the 'first fruits of the spirit' changes one's perspective on pain and sickness, viewing it as a reminder of the ultimate redemption awaiting them. He concludes by urging listeners to examine their own lives to ensure they possess the true power of the Spirit, rather than merely maintaining the outward 'form of godliness.'
48mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Do All Things Without Complaining (Message to Women) -- Annie Poonen -- September 21, 2022
Annie Poonen · Sep 22, 2022 · 48m
The message uses the Israelites' grumbling in the wilderness as an example of how discontentment can lead to spiritual failure. The speaker emphasizes that while God provides miraculous provision, the heart can remain discontented with what is present. True freedom from grumbling comes from knowing the Lord personally, which empowers believers through the Holy Spirit to overcome internal complaints, especially those directed at loved ones.
1h 3mCFC India
Being Led By The Spirit - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · Sep 21, 2022 · 1h 3m
The central message is that the Christian life follows a specific, sequential process: first, repentance, which is the foundation; second, baptism; and third, receiving the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that repentance must precede baptism, citing biblical examples and correcting the teaching that baptism can occur without genuine repentance. Furthermore, he stresses that the Holy Spirit empowers believers to live out their faith and witness to the world, which is an ongoing race, not a single event.