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51mThe Ministry of Decreasing and Being a Help -- Santosh Poonen -- November 1, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Nov 2
30mRLCF Praise Live -- October 18, 2020
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 20
27mNCCF Church Sharing - October 20, 2020
NCCF Church · Oct 19
1h 54m18th October 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Starting Well But Finishing Badly - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 18
18mJeremy Utley - Don't Forget the Debt You've Been Forgiven
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12
1h 44mZac Poonen - The Good News During This Pandemic | Austin CFC Global Zoom #6 | 2020-10-10
Zac Poonen · Oct 10
28mBobby McDonald - Not an error in doctrine, but an error in emphasis
Bobby McDonald · Sep 21
33mZac Poonen - Reverence for God and Forgiveness
Zac Poonen · Sep 21
47mJesus Christ Teaches Us to Forgive Others (Message to Women) - Annie Poonen - September 16, 2020
Annie Poonen · Sep 18
1h 28m13th September 2020 - CFC Sunday Church Service | A Father Who Provides All Our Need | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 13
1h 2mQuestions & Answers at RLCFFC2020 - Zac Poonen - September 6, 2020
Zac Poonen · Sep 7
9mJeremy Utley - Take Heart When The Lord Reproves You
Jeremy Utley · Sep 1
33mWords of Encouragement - Jarrod Schnell & Dave Bertsch - August 23, 2020
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Aug 28
6mZac Poonen - Judge Yourself Before Breaking Bread
Zac Poonen · Aug 3
58mLiving In The Light Of Christ's Judgment Seat | Zac Poonen | Tamil
Zac Poonen · Jul 31
58mThe Gospel Of The Kingdom Of Heaven | பரலோக இராஜ்யத்தின் சுவிசேஷம் | Zac Poonen | Tamil
Zac Poonen · Jul 30
28mThe Church's Witness During A Pandemic | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 27
49mThe Way to Growth in Christlikeness-1 | கிறிஸ்துவின் சாயலுக்கு மாறும் வளர்ச்சியின் வழி-1 |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 23
1h 9mOur Three Fold Blindness Removed | நமது மும்மடங்கு பார்வையற்ற நிலை நீக்கப்பட்டது | Zac Poonen |Tamil
Zac Poonen · Jul 21
22mA Life Without Bitterness | கசப்பு இல்லாத ஒரு வாழ்வு | Victor | Tamil
CFC India - Zac Poonen · Jul 20
21mJeremy Utley - Seek A Fresh Start With God Again Today
Jeremy Utley · Jul 20
25mThrough The Bible | Luke - Part-5 | ಸತ್ಯವೇದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ | ಲೂಕ - ಭಾಗ-5 | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Jul 9
1h 21mMost Believers Have Missed The Overcoming Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 8
1h 21mAustin CFC | Zac Poonen - Most Believers Have Missed the Overcoming Life | 2020-06-23
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
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.
51mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Ministry of Decreasing and Being a Help -- Santosh Poonen -- November 1, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Nov 2, 2020 · 51m
The speaker draws lessons from the story of King Josiah, emphasizing that when we face hopelessness or sin, the response should be deep humility and weeping before the Lord. He encourages the congregation to take heart in the promise that God hears a broken heart, leading to restoration. Ultimately, he focuses on the memory verse, interpreting 'all my people will be righteous' not as a perfect, flawless life, but as a continuous, quality possession of God's grace and presence.
30mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live -- October 18, 2020
CFC Messages · Oct 20, 2020 · 30m
The sermon emphasizes that Jesus Christ offers complete freedom from sin, bad habits, pride, and the attractions of the material world. The speaker encourages the congregation to approach God with honesty, acknowledging their sin, and to dwell in the abundant joy and peace found in His presence. Ultimately, the message calls for living out this freedom in every aspect of life—thoughts, words, and actions—and praying for healing and deliverance from spiritual bondage.
27mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - October 20, 2020
CFC Messages · Oct 19, 2020 · 27m
The central message emphasizes the necessity of cultivating the spirit of forgiveness, modeled after Jesus' words from the cross: 'Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing.' The speaker urges the audience to extend this forgiveness to unbelieving family, friends, or co-workers, recognizing that others may not understand the truth or may be struggling with unseen burdens. Ultimately, the goal is to reflect Christ's compassion by fighting spiritual battles with mercy.
1h 54mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribing18th October 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Starting Well But Finishing Badly - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 18, 2020 · 1h 54m
The sermon addresses the common pattern of starting spiritual endeavors or periods of growth with enthusiasm but failing to maintain that momentum. Zac Poonen emphasizes that true spiritual progress requires consistent effort and diligence, rather than just initial fervor. The message calls for sustained commitment to Christian living.
18mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Don't Forget the Debt You've Been Forgiven
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12, 2020 · 18m
The central message is the critical importance of remembering and living out the magnitude of the forgiveness received from God. The speaker uses the parable of the unforgiving servant to warn that forgetting one's own immense debt of forgiveness leads to unmercy toward others. He concludes that a failure to appreciate God's grace results in a spiritual blindness and a lack of fruitfulness in one's life.
1h 44mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen - The Good News During This Pandemic | Austin CFC Global Zoom #6 | 2020-10-10
Zac Poonen · Oct 10, 2020 · 1h 44m
The speaker argues that true Christian education must start with understanding the 'fear of the Lord,' citing Proverbs 9:10 as the ABC of wisdom. He cautions against focusing solely on grace, suggesting that a foundation in reverence for God is necessary to overcome persistent sin. Furthermore, he uses Revelation chapters 9 and 16 to illustrate that plagues and tribulations are meant to prompt repentance, which many people fail to do.
28mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Not an error in doctrine, but an error in emphasis
Bobby McDonald · Sep 21, 2020 · 28m
The central message is that the Christian life requires a focus on becoming an increasing reflection of Jesus daily, rather than merely focusing on doctrinal correctness. The speaker emphasizes that the correct emphasis in the last days is to be diligent to be found by Christ spotless, blameless, and having repented of every sin. This involves internal purity, obedience to Jesus' commands, and striving for holiness in one's daily life.
33mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Reverence for God and Forgiveness
Zac Poonen · Sep 21, 2020 · 33m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by purifying their motives, ensuring all actions are done to the glory of God, not for human reputation. The speaker warns against self-justification, comparing it to the Pharisees, and emphasizes that true spiritual growth requires constant self-examination with a reverence for God. This reverence is distinct from fear and is the foundation of wisdom.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Jesus Christ Teaches Us to Forgive Others (Message to Women) - Annie Poonen - September 16, 2020
Annie Poonen · Sep 18, 2020 · 47m
The central message emphasizes the necessity and power of forgiveness, drawing parallels from Jesus' teachings and various life experiences. The speaker repeatedly stresses that forgiving others, even when wronged, is crucial for personal freedom and spiritual well-being, contrasting unforgiveness with the liberating act of giving forgiveness.
1h 28mCFC Bangalore Live
13th September 2020 - CFC Sunday Church Service | A Father Who Provides All Our Need | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 13, 2020 · 1h 28m
The message centers on the theme of God as a Father who provides for all our needs, drawing from Matthew 6. It advises believers not to be anxious about material things because the Heavenly Father already knows what is needed and will provide if we prioritize Him. The speaker also emphasizes that God calls sinners to repentance, welcoming them back into His care.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Questions & Answers at RLCFFC2020 - Zac Poonen - September 6, 2020
Zac Poonen · Sep 7, 2020 · 1h 2m
The speaker addresses questions regarding church discipline, stating that if a member rejects the church's discipline, they should be treated like an unbeliever, though fellowship can resume if repentance is evident. He clarifies that while sin is forgiven by Christ, believers still face the consequences of their actions. The core message emphasizes that true faith is dependence upon God, which is evidenced by prayer and yielding to the conscience, and warns against deception.
9mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Take Heart When The Lord Reproves You
Jeremy Utley · Sep 1, 2020 · 9m
The sermon encourages the listener to embrace divine reproof and discipline, drawing parallels from Peter's rebuke and subsequent restoration after the Transfiguration. The central message is that God disciplines believers out of love, not anger, with the ultimate goal of helping them bear more fruit and achieve holiness. Enduring this discipline, rather than fainting, is key to spiritual growth and healing.
33mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Jarrod Schnell & Dave Bertsch - August 23, 2020
CFC Messages · Aug 28, 2020 · 33m
The speaker reflects on Romans 8:28, initially applying it only to trials, but realizing the promise applies to all things, including failures and sin. He shares that God uses everything, even mistakes, to conform believers to the image of Christ. Furthermore, he teaches that discouragement is a choice, not a mandatory consequence of failure, and that through repentance and reliance on Christ, believers can find freedom and victory.
6mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Judge Yourself Before Breaking Bread
Zac Poonen · Aug 3, 2020 · 6m
The speaker emphasizes that participating in the Lord's Table requires deep self-examination, recognizing that Christ died specifically for the individual's sin. He warns that treating the observance merely as a ritual without a serious attitude toward sin can lead to spiritual danger, citing that self-judgment is necessary for spiritual health. Ultimately, believers must maintain a radical attitude toward sin in all aspects of life—thoughts, words, deeds, and motives—when remembering Christ's sacrifice.
58mCFC India
Living In The Light Of Christ's Judgment Seat | Zac Poonen | Tamil
Zac Poonen · Jul 31, 2020 · 58m
The sermon focuses on living life under the light of Christ's Judgment Seat. The speaker urges the congregation to reflect on their lives and actions in preparation for this judgment. The core message is a call to live righteously and in the light of Christ's ultimate reckoning.
58mCFC India
The Gospel Of The Kingdom Of Heaven | பரலோக இராஜ்யத்தின் சுவிசேஷம் | Zac Poonen | Tamil
Zac Poonen · Jul 30, 2020 · 58m
The central message is the necessity of restoring the church to its first love and focusing on the true Gospel of the Kingdom of Heaven. The speaker warns against being distracted by 'other gospels'—such as an overemphasis on physical healing, worldly success, or earthly blessings—which distract from the core message of repentance and devotion to Christ. True repentance means turning away from preoccupation with earthly things and focusing on the spiritual battle against sin and the Kingdom of Heaven.
28mCFC India
The Church's Witness During A Pandemic | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 27, 2020 · 28m
The central message is that the church's witness, especially during times like a pandemic, must move beyond merely speaking the Word to manifesting the life of Jesus Christ. This light is maintained by keeping one's conscience clear, which requires immediately confessing sins and, crucially, seeking and granting forgiveness to others. A clear conscience is presented as the prerequisite for genuine witness.
49mCFC India
The Way to Growth in Christlikeness-1 | கிறிஸ்துவின் சாயலுக்கு மாறும் வளர்ச்சியின் வழி-1 |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 23, 2020 · 49m
The central message is that Christian life is a process of continuous spiritual growth toward Christlikeness, which is possible through the New Covenant. True growth requires a deep understanding of sin—not just knowing what actions are forbidden, but understanding sin as falling short of God's standard, exemplified by Christ's life. This understanding of sin is crucial for genuine repentance and spiritual maturity.
1h 9mCFC India
Our Three Fold Blindness Removed | நமது மும்மடங்கு பார்வையற்ற நிலை நீக்கப்பட்டது | Zac Poonen |Tamil
Zac Poonen · Jul 21, 2020 · 1h 9m
The speaker discusses how Satan blinds people's eyes to the seriousness of sin, preventing them from accepting the free forgiveness offered through Jesus' sacrifice. He emphasizes that true understanding of sin's gravity is necessary for repentance, comparing it to a life-threatening illness versus a minor cold. The central message is the need to confess sins and receive complete forgiveness through the blood of Jesus Christ, which provides a cleansing far superior to any earthly remedy.
22mCFC India
A Life Without Bitterness | கசப்பு இல்லாத ஒரு வாழ்வு | Victor | Tamil
CFC Messages · Jul 20, 2020 · 22m
The speaker preaches on the theme of living a life without bitterness. The message emphasizes the importance of letting go of resentment and negative emotions to achieve inner peace and spiritual freedom. The core message encourages the audience to actively work towards emotional healing and reconciliation.
21mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Seek A Fresh Start With God Again Today
Jeremy Utley · Jul 20, 2020 · 21m
The central message is that every day presents a divine opportunity for spiritual renewal and a fresh start with God. The speaker emphasizes that Christian life requires constant vigilance, as spiritual momentum is not automatic; one must actively choose to renew their mind daily, rather than being conformed to the world. This daily renewal is achieved by focusing on God's love, seeking His guidance, and intentionally making one's mind new again.
25mCFC India
Through The Bible | Luke - Part-5 | ಸತ್ಯವೇದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನ | ಲೂಕ - ಭಾಗ-5 | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Jul 9, 2020 · 25m
The sermon analyzes the three parables of the lost—the shepherd, the woman, and the son—from Luke chapter 15. The speaker interprets these parables to illustrate that the Church is the picture of the lost, emphasizing that true righteousness requires constant confession and repentance, like washing a shirt repeatedly. The central message is the joy and necessity of actively seeking out and bringing back the lost sinner.
1h 21mCFC India
Most Believers Have Missed The Overcoming Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 8, 2020 · 1h 21m
The speaker argues that many Christians have missed the 'overcoming life,' confusing mere forgiveness of sins with the deeper reality of partaking in the glory of Christ. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires moving beyond a comfortable, defeated state to actively seeking God with all one's heart, which necessitates a second repentance—turning away from a lazy, complacent Christian life. The ultimate goal is not just escaping hell, but achieving abundant life by overcoming sin through persistent seeking.
1h 21mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC | Zac Poonen - Most Believers Have Missed the Overcoming Life | 2020-06-23
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2020 · 1h 21m
The central message is that many believers are content with merely being forgiven (the gospel of forgiveness) but have missed the 'overcoming life,' which involves partaking in the glory of Christ. To move beyond a defeated Christian life, one must repent—not just from sin's punishment, but from complacency and lethargy—and actively seek God with all their heart, as taught by Jeremiah 29:13.