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836 messages
28mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 16
43mAjay Chakravarthy · Nov 12
53mIan Robson · Oct 25
15mOlu Talabi · Oct 21
38mCharles Banna · Oct 11
8mZac Poonen · Sep 26
43mZac Poonen · Sep 23
48mCharles Banna · Sep 17
26mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Sep 16
52mIan Robson · Sep 16
40mZac Poonen · Sep 9
41mZac Poonen · Sep 9
55mCFC Bangalore Live · Sep 8
45mOlu Talabi · Aug 27
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Aug 19
1h 56mZac Poonen · Jul 15
57mZac Poonen · Jun 10
1h 1mZac Poonen · Jun 6
54mZac Poonen · Jun 5
1h 1mZac Poonen · Jun 4
36mZac Poonen · Jun 3
53mZac Poonen · May 27
18mJeremy Utley · May 6
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · May 6
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.
28mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Dec 16, 2019 · 28m
The service was a time of deep adoration and praise, focusing on the redemption found in Jesus Christ. The speaker guided the congregation to repent for any unconfessed sin, asking the Lord to clear the hardness of the heart and dullness of the ears. Prayers were offered for unity in marriages and homes, healing from sickness and financial needs, and a commitment to fix their hope solely on God.
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Nov 12, 2019 · 43m
The speaker challenges the congregation on the depth of their commitment to listening to Jesus, suggesting that true discipleship requires actively applying spiritual teaching without needing physical reminders. He then uses the historical example of the Hittites to warn against harboring a spirit of criticism or fault-finding, which he compares to lacking a 'blanket of love' to cover others' sins. Failing to repent of this critical spirit will cause it to become a constant 'thorn in the flesh,' necessitating repentance and a renewed commitment to love.
53mCFC India
Ian Robson · Oct 25, 2019 · 53m
The speaker urges listeners to take heed of biblical warnings, especially as the end times approach, to avoid repeating the mistakes of previous generations. He emphasizes deep study of the Book of Romans, as it systematically explains the gospel—justification by faith, victory over sin, and receiving the Holy Spirit—leading to the ultimate state where Satan is under our feet. The core message is to maintain gratitude and avoid spiritual complacency, recognizing that God's kindness is meant to lead us to repentance.
15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Olu Talabi · Oct 21, 2019 · 15m
The speaker emphasizes that believers should not delay in responding to God, especially regarding repentance, because the time is now. He encourages replacing grumbling and complaining with honest prayer, supplication, and thanksgiving, drawing parallels to Israel's complaints in the wilderness. Ultimately, the goal of trials is to yield a peaceful fruit of righteousness, and we should approach God with confidence and faith rather than complaint.
38mCFC India
Charles Banna · Oct 11, 2019 · 38m
Jesus assured his disciples that although he was leaving, he would not leave them as orphans, promising to send the Holy Spirit as a permanent helper. This promise requires the disciples to be cleansed by God's Word and to repent. The Spirit's arrival brings power, enabling believers to boldly proclaim the Gospel, which leads to repentance and the necessary steps for forgiveness and receiving the Spirit's power.
8mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen · Sep 26, 2019 · 8m
The speaker distinguishes between John's baptism of repentance and the baptism commanded by Jesus. While John's baptism acknowledges past sin, Jesus' baptism signifies a desire to be united with Christ in his death to sin, leading to the power of his resurrection. True baptism involves a complete immersion, symbolizing the burial of the old self and the reliance on God to raise the believer to a new life.
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2019 · 43m
The Christian life is a continuous journey toward perfection, not an overnight event. While being born again is a start, believers must actively press on to become more like Christ, which involves self-examination and repentance. This process is likened to the sun rising, gradually brightening until Christ's return, and it requires overcoming temptations and purifying oneself daily.
48mCFC India
Charles Banna · Sep 17, 2019 · 48m
True, everlasting joy and peace are found not in worldly pursuits but in Jesus Christ, who is the fountain of life and joy. This joy is accessible to all who are redeemed through acknowledging their sin and repenting. By coming to Christ in faith, believers receive a peace that is undisturbed and a life source that springs up eternally, unlike temporary worldly happiness.
26mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Sep 16, 2019 · 26m
The service focused on trusting God's unseen power to make a way, even when circumstances seem impossible. The message encouraged attendees to surrender their lives completely to God, confess sins, and set their affections on heavenly things rather than earthly concerns. Key scripture readings emphasized being blessed by hearing and observing God's Word, and the importance of making straight the way of the Lord.
52mCFC India
Ian Robson · Sep 16, 2019 · 52m
The sermon emphasizes that all of God's promises are reliable and 'yes' through Christ, urging believers to approach scripture with faith. It stresses that merely hearing the word is insufficient; the promise must be united by genuine faith to be profitable, drawing parallels to the Israelites in the wilderness. True repentance requires more than just confessing sin to God; it demands making full restitution to those wronged, building a deep foundation in Christ.
40mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Sep 9, 2019 · 40m
The central message is that faith and repentance must always be coupled, comparing them to the necessary connection of two wires for electricity to flow. Repentance is defined as turning away from sin, with the most comprehensive definition being anything that comes short of the glory of God, which is ultimately seen in the life of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian living requires an attitude where one is willing to sacrifice worldly gain or convenience to remain in fellowship with Christ, as everything done and said will be accounted for at the judgment seat.
41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Sep 9, 2019 · 41m
The central message is that humility is the prerequisite for receiving God's grace, which in turn grants victory over sin. The speaker emphasizes that all struggles—such as anger, lust, or materialism—stem from a lack of humility and subsequent lack of grace. Furthermore, he assures the audience that God is fair and has no favorites among His children, and that God never tests anyone beyond their ability.
55mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Sep 8, 2019 · 55m
The message emphasizes that all of God's promises are 'yes' through Christ, urging listeners to believe in them fully rather than letting doubt or past failures undermine their faith. True belief in God's promises, like the Israelites failing to believe at the border, is necessary for the promises to profit in our lives. Furthermore, genuine repentance requires making full restitution for sins, not just confessing them to God.
45mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Olu Talabi · Aug 27, 2019 · 45m
The speaker warns that the greatest threat to a believer's joy and peace is not the devil, but self-rebellion and sin against God. Using the story of Balaam, he illustrates how a prophet, initially walking with God, eventually departed from the right path by succumbing to unrighteous desires. Balaam's ultimate sin was not just departing from God, but actively standing against God's people, serving as a warning against spiritual compromise.
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Aug 19, 2019 · 22m
The speaker discusses the concept of 'revenge' using the example of the Corinthian church, drawing heavily from 2 Corinthians. He contrasts the idea of taking revenge with the godly sorrow that leads to repentance, emphasizing that true joy comes from godly sorrow, not from worldly regret. The passage highlights Paul's deep care for the Corinthians, which ultimately brought him comfort and joy.
1h 56mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 15, 2019 · 1h 56m
The speaker discusses John Bunyan's 'Pilgrim's Progress,' highlighting that the book's enduring popularity stems from its message. A key theme is the necessity of having a sensitive conscience, as feeling a 'burden of sin' is prerequisite for recognizing the need for salvation through Jesus Christ. If one does not feel remorse for wrongdoing, they cannot be saved.
57mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Jun 10, 2019 · 57m
The sermon emphasizes that true peace, mirroring the angels' praise, comes from having a clear conscience and living for the glory of God. Peace with God is maintained by confessing everything and keeping one's conscience clear, as a troubled conscience is worse than a physical ailment. Ultimately, the speaker teaches that the way to discern God's will is to seek the peace that comes when one's mind is set on the Holy Spirit, which is accessed by listening to one's conscience.
1h 1mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 6, 2019 · 1h 1m
The sermon uses 'Pilgrim's Progress' to illustrate the Christian journey, emphasizing that true salvation begins with recognizing a 'burden of sin' and repenting. The speaker warns against those who lack a sensitive conscience, those who are stubborn, or those who are compromisers, all of whom can derail the journey toward Christ. Ultimately, the path to salvation is through belief in Jesus Christ, not through good works or worldly cleverness.
54mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 5, 2019 · 54m
The speaker emphasizes that every life is divinely planned, referencing Psalm 139 to assure listeners that their existence is not an accident. He encourages the audience to realize that true conversion requires a radical, 180-degree change in ambition, moving beyond selfish motives like seeking worldly success or merely avoiding hell. This profound shift in focus is necessary to walk the narrow way toward God's ultimate purpose.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Jun 4, 2019 · 1h 1m
The message uses John Bunyan's 'Pilgrim's Progress' to illustrate the Christian journey, emphasizing that true salvation begins with a deep sense of sin's burden, which prompts one to seek Christ. The speaker warns against spiritual pitfalls like being swayed by compromise or discouraged by worldly views, stressing that salvation is found only by believing in Jesus, not through good works or adherence to rules.
36mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Jun 3, 2019 · 36m
The central message emphasizes holding fast to faith until the end by maintaining a deep desire for holiness and practicing mercy. The speaker uses examples like Zacchaeus, the woman caught in adultery, and the thief on the cross to illustrate God's boundless mercy for sinners. He advises that true pursuit of holiness requires a passionate hunger, and that this pursuit must always be balanced with compassion and mercy toward others.
53mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · May 27, 2019 · 53m
The speaker emphasizes that the true Full Gospel centers on Jesus saving people from sin, not just forgiving them. He contrasts legalistic adherence to doctrine with the reality of grace, using the story of the woman caught in adultery to illustrate that Jesus came to save, not to condemn. The Full Gospel comprises two parts: the past is forgiven ("I do not condemn you") and the future calls for perseverance ("don't sin again").
18mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley · May 6, 2019 · 18m
The central message is that God's promises and restoration are available even to those who feel undeserving or are in a state of spiritual desolation. Drawing from Ezekiel 33, Isaiah 54, and Ezekiel 37, the speaker emphasizes that God does not take pleasure in the death of the wicked but desires their return to righteousness. He encourages the audience to believe God's word over their current feelings of lack or impossibility.
31mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · May 6, 2019 · 31m
This video is a worship service featuring praise music and memory verses, focusing heavily on themes of God's glory, the need for trust in Him, and the assurance of forgiveness through Christ. Key messages include casting all doubts and fears upon God, recognizing that Christ intercedes for believers 24/7, and the promise of eternal life through confession of sin.