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28mVictor · Apr 13
4m 58sZac Poonen · Apr 12
57mZac Poonen · Apr 4
1m 47sZac Poonen · Apr 1
1m 56sZac Poonen · Mar 31
1h 3mZac Poonen · Mar 30
31mZac Poonen · Mar 26
1h 24mZac Poonen · Mar 5
23mNCCF Church · Feb 27
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 27
12mZac Poonen · Feb 27
1h 16mZac Poonen · Feb 25
18mBobby McDonald · Feb 20
1h 43mZac Poonen · Feb 16
20mNCCF Church · Feb 14
21mNCCF Church · Jan 31
50mAjay Chakravarthy · Jan 20
1m 9sCFC India - Zac Poonen · Jan 16
2m 56sCFC India - Zac Poonen · Jan 16
59sCFC India - Zac Poonen · Jan 16
2m 19sCFC India - Zac Poonen · Jan 16
10mZac Poonen · Jan 15
1h 8mZac Poonen · Jan 14
1h 7mSantosh Poonen · Jan 14
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.
28mCFC India
transcribingVictor · Apr 13, 2020 · 28m
This message focuses on humility, presenting it as the fundamental source from which God's grace flows. The teaching emphasizes that true spiritual life and connection with God are rooted in a humble heart. It serves as a reminder of the necessity of humility in the Christian walk.
4m 58sCFC India
Zac Poonen · Apr 12, 2020 · 4m 58s
The central message is the absolute sovereignty of God, emphasizing that He runs the universe and nothing surprises Him, even though His ways and thoughts surpass human understanding. Christians must acknowledge this divine sovereignty with humility, trusting that God is working everything out perfectly to draw all people to repent and Christ. Furthermore, believers must combine strong faith with common sense, taking necessary precautions without neglecting God's provision.
57mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Apr 4, 2020 · 57m
The sermon uses the analogy of stars visible only in darkness to illustrate that one should not boast about their own spiritual works for God. Instead, the speaker emphasizes that believers should constantly focus on the immense sacrifice Jesus made for them, as this remembrance is what truly guides them in the light of Christ's presence. Comparing one's small efforts to Christ's sacrifice is the key to true humility and spiritual focus.
1m 47sCFC India
Zac Poonen · Apr 1, 2020 · 1m 47s
The speaker argues that grace is not unmerited favor, but rather something that must be merited through humility. He uses the analogy of water flowing to the lowest point to illustrate that the humbler one receives the most grace. Jesus is cited as an example of receiving tremendous grace because of His humility.
1m 56sCFC India
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2020 · 1m 56s
The secret to remaining humble is to walk with Jesus Christ daily. The speaker emphasizes that by starting the day by connecting with Jesus, one can maintain a spirit of humility and brokenness. He encourages the audience to seek this constant companionship with Christ, as it prevents pride and keeps God's grace upon one's life.
1h 3mCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen · Mar 30, 2020 · 1h 3m
The sermon addresses the danger of seeking honor and approval from people rather than from God. It emphasizes that true salvation and peace come from aligning oneself with God's will, rather than striving for human recognition. The core message is a call to detach from the need for man's applause.
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Mar 26, 2020 · 31m
The message encourages a yearly spiritual checkup, urging believers to progress in their Christian walk by examining past failures. Drawing parallels to the temptation in Genesis, the speaker warns against the devil's lies—specifically that sin won't be punished or that one can be like God. True spiritual growth requires recognizing that Christ is the sole mediator between God and man, and our ultimate calling is to be conformed to Christ's character of humility and love, not to rule over others.
1h 24mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Mar 5, 2020 · 1h 24m
The speaker urges the congregation to examine their spiritual growth, warning against complacency even after years of attending church. He emphasizes that true understanding of the New Covenant is demonstrated not by intellectual knowledge, but by controlling one's tongue and showing kindness, especially to those of lower social standing. Ultimately, the message stresses that self-deception is dangerous, as God judges us by how we treat others, and true discipleship requires consistent, humble action.
23mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Feb 27, 2020 · 23m
The central message is that believers should not fear because God is with them, providing strength and assurance in all circumstances. The speaker emphasizes that this assurance is for God's servants, encouraging a life of humility, forgiveness, and devotion to God's will. He concludes by drawing strength from Isaiah 41, assuring the audience that God will provide the necessary power to overcome any challenge, including personal sin.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Feb 27, 2020 · 32m
The sermon emphasizes drawing deeply from God's love, which is vast like the ocean and demonstrated through the sacrifice of Jesus. The speaker urges the congregation to move beyond mere intellectual understanding of God's love to a deep, heart-level realization that becomes a foundation. Key requests include praying for the spirit of love, discipline, and humility, and trusting God's provision for both spiritual and physical needs.
12mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Feb 27, 2020 · 12m
The central message is that honesty is the most crucial element in the Christian life, surpassing even purity or repentance. True honesty means having no pretense or hypocrisy, admitting faults fully—like the thief on the cross—rather than blaming others. This honesty is hindered by pride, and it is essential for effective prayer and spiritual growth.
1h 16mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Feb 25, 2020 · 1h 16m
The central message is that true Christian life is characterized by profound humility, which is distinct from mere outward reputation. The speaker emphasizes learning from Jesus' life, who exemplified gentleness and humility, and points to key scriptures—Philippians 2:5, Matthew 11:29, and Hebrews 12:2—as guides. Ultimately, humility is presented as the secret to the Christian life, contrasting it with the root of sin, which is pride.
18mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald · Feb 20, 2020 · 18m
The speaker emphasizes that all good qualities, knowledge, or abilities are gifts from God, preventing boasting or looking down on others. True Christian life requires recognizing one's utter dependence on God, leading to a complete surrender of one's own will. This surrender, or crucifixion with Christ, is necessary for Jesus to live through the believer, which is contrasted with merely 'training' oneself to be religious.
1h 43mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Feb 16, 2020 · 1h 43m
The central message emphasizes that true humility comes from the heart, not from outward appearance or reputation. The speaker urges listeners to learn from Jesus by adopting His gentle and humble heart attitude, which is best understood by studying the Gospels. He concludes by pointing to three key biblical reminders: having the attitude of Christ (Philippians 2:5), learning from Jesus' gentleness and humility (Matthew 11:29), and keeping one's focus fixed on Jesus (Hebrews 12:2).
20mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Feb 14, 2020 · 20m
The central message is finding deep rest by following Jesus, which requires embracing humility and gentleness, as taught in Matthew 11:28-30. True rest is not merely escaping surface troubles but surrendering everything—our thoughts, emotions, and ambitions—to Jesus, as exemplified by John 17:10. This surrender allows us to find stability, trusting in Jesus's unwavering presence even when life feels chaotic.
21mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Jan 31, 2020 · 21m
The central message emphasizes that Christian growth requires believers to first internalize God's commands personally before attempting to teach them to others. The speaker warns against hypocrisy, using the analogy of a flight mask to illustrate that one must secure their own spiritual survival first. True discipleship requires taking God's Word as life, approaching it with humility, and constantly examining one's own heart and actions.
50mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 20, 2020 · 50m
The sermon uses the story of Saul's early life to illustrate that spiritual success requires laying aside sin and weights to run the race of faith. The speaker emphasizes that just as Elisha saw what his servant could not, believers must seek God's vision to overcome fear. The core message is to focus on Jesus and remain humble, avoiding the pitfalls of self-reliance or worldly distractions.
1m 9sCFC India
CFC Messages · Jan 16, 2020 · 1m 9s
When confusion arises in the church, the speaker advises young people to defer to the older brothers or established leadership to handle the situation. Instead of taking direct action, the best approach is to approach an elder brother in humility and seek counsel on what steps to take. The church's internal issues are not solely the responsibility of the youth.
2m 56sCFC India
CFC Messages · Jan 16, 2020 · 2m 56s
The speaker advises that the root cause for the downfall of seemingly godly men is almost always hidden pride, which can be subtle even when the person appears humble. He warns against being fooled by outward appearances of humility, as God sees the heart. Ultimately, people often leave the church not because of spiritual failure, but because they feel unappreciated, lacking the honor or position they desired.
59sCFC India
CFC Messages · Jan 16, 2020 · 59s
The speaker addresses the sin of pride stemming from personal talents and appearance, emphasizing that all gifts are ultimately given by God. The core message is to shift focus from personal achievement to giving glory to God for all abilities, rather than taking credit for one's own accomplishments.
2m 19sCFC India
transcribingCFC Messages · Jan 16, 2020 · 2m 19s
The speaker addresses the common struggle of feeling depressed and inferior when observing peers in the same age group making faster spiritual progress. The core message is about overcoming the tendency to accuse others and instead finding a healthy way to process these feelings of comparison within the church community.
10mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2020 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes that believers must recognize that they owe everything to Jesus Christ for salvation, drawing an analogy of being saved from a fatal accident. He warns against approaching God or others with demands, stressing that true gratitude means accepting that Christ has already done enough. Living with this attitude of complete indebtedness leads to freedom from anxiety, bitterness, and expectation.
1h 8mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2020 · 1h 8m
The speaker argues that the root of all sin originates from the pride described in Ezekiel 28:17, where a being's heart was lifted up. This pride, which stems from comparison, is what God opposes, making humility the necessary antidote. Salvation, conversely, is found in adopting the attitude described in Philippians 2:5—having the mind of Christ—which is the opposite of sin's root.
1h 7mCFC Bangalore Live
Santosh Poonen · Jan 14, 2020 · 1h 7m
The central message is that the ultimate characteristic of the fullness of the Holy Spirit is becoming holy, which is achieved by remaining under God's grace, likened to a waterfall. This grace covers the entire being, meaning that when one is truly humble and surrendered, sin is impossible. The primary obstacle to receiving this grace is pride, which causes the flow of God's grace to stop.