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40mThe Marks of Heavenly Wisdom -- Zac Poonen -- April 6, 2022
Zac Poonen · Apr 7
58m27th March 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | How God Enables Us To Prophesy - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 27
1h 3mElders: Be Faithful to Build Christ's Church -- Zac Poonen -- March 26, 2022
Zac Poonen · Mar 27
1h 6mGod Will Honour Those Who Honour Him - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 22
27mZac Poonen - How God Enables Us To Prophesy
Zac Poonen · Mar 21
1h 39m20th March 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | God Will Honor Those Who Honor Him - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 20
1h 22mFollowing Jesus In Overcoming Temptation |ಶೋಧನೆಯನ್ನು ಜಯಿಸುವದರಲ್ಲಿ ಯೇಸುವನ್ನು ಹಿಂಬಾಲಿಸುವುದು|Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 17
1h 3mFollowing Jesus In Humility | ದೀನತೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಯೇಸುವನ್ನು ಹಿಂಬಾಲಿಸುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Mar 17
1h 10mFollowing Jesus In The Pathway Of Love | ಪ್ರೀತಿಯ ಹಾದಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಯೇಸುವನ್ನು ಹಿಂಬಾಲಿಸುವುದು | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 17
1h 1mThe Most Important Message of Discipleship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 16
29mZac Poonen - Living by the Word of God
Zac Poonen · Mar 14
1h 28m13th March 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service |The Most Important Message of Discipleship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 13
1h 27m6th March 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Loving Christ Supremely - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 6
1h 6mGod Will Honor Those Who Honor Him -- Zac Poonen -- March 2, 2022
Zac Poonen · Mar 3
55mZac Poonen - The New Covenant’s Ten Commandments
Zac Poonen · Feb 28
1h 2mTaking Up The Cross And Building Christ’s Church - Zac Poonen (Tamil)
Zac Poonen · Feb 22
27mZac Poonen - Going Outside "The Camp" Bearing Christ's Reproach
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
4mLift Up Your Brother And Push Him Forward – Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
1h 10mReacting As Jesus Did – In Mercy Towards Others - Zac Poonen (German)
Zac Poonen · Feb 15
3m 45sLord, Help Me Live On Earth Like Thee - Song by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 9
1h 32m6th February 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Eight Ways To Deceive Ourselves - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6
54mRepent Daily, Then Satan Will Be Afraid of You - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2
18mZac Poonen - For Children: True Repentance and Forgiveness
Zac Poonen · Jan 31
9mZac Poonen - The Importance of Baptism by Immersion
Zac Poonen · Jan 17
August 5 | Daily Devotion | Idolatry Is Spiritual Adultery | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Zac Poonen teaches that idolatry constitutes spiritual adultery against God, drawing a parallel between unfaithfulness in marriage and unfaithfulness in our devotion to God. The message calls believers to recognize idolatry in their lives and turn from it in repentance to restore their relationship with God.
40mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Marks of Heavenly Wisdom -- Zac Poonen -- April 6, 2022
Zac Poonen · Apr 7, 2022 · 40m
The sermon emphasizes that wisdom, which is superior to mere knowledge, is the greatest requirement for all areas of life, including personal, family, and church life. Wisdom is acquired through enduring trials, which test and build faith to produce endurance and completeness. Believers are encouraged to recognize their lack of wisdom and ask God for it in faith, knowing that He gives it generously and without reproach.
58mCFC Bangalore Live
27th March 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | How God Enables Us To Prophesy - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 27, 2022 · 58m
The message emphasizes that while love should be the greatest aim, believers should also ask for the special gifts of the Holy Spirit, particularly prophecy. Prophetic words are vital today for encouraging, edifying, and building up the church, especially as external pressures increase. The goal is to be receptive to the Spirit's word so that it can be an effective witness.
1h 3mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Elders: Be Faithful to Build Christ's Church -- Zac Poonen -- March 26, 2022
Zac Poonen · Mar 27, 2022 · 1h 3m
Elders are accountable to the Lord for how they shepherd the church, which requires focusing on an inner circle of committed believers rather than trying to manage the entire growing congregation. True eldership is characterized by humble service, viewing the role as more like that of a servant or caretaker than an honor. Furthermore, elders must cultivate self-judgment daily and exercise supernatural discernment to help others, remembering that judging others is not their role.
1h 6mCFC India
God Will Honour Those Who Honour Him - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 22, 2022 · 1h 6m
The speaker uses the example of High Priest Eli to warn against favoring family members over God's will. Eli failed to rebuke his sons for their sin because he loved them more than the Lord, leading to a curse upon his lineage. The central message is that true discipleship requires honoring Christ above all relationships, and neglecting to correct sin in loved ones can have eternal consequences.
27mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - How God Enables Us To Prophesy
Zac Poonen · Mar 21, 2022 · 27m
The central message emphasizes that Christian life requires becoming an exact reflection of Jesus through personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker stresses that true spiritual gifting, like prophecy, comes from being filled with God's encouragement and comfort, which is received through personal experience with God's word during difficulties. A key takeaway is that God treats us according to how we treat others, making forgiveness and kindness essential for spiritual growth.
1h 39mCFC Bangalore Live
20th March 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | God Will Honor Those Who Honor Him - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 20, 2022 · 1h 39m
The message emphasizes the principle that God honors those who honor Him, drawing parallels to judging others, as we will be judged by our own standards. The speaker encourages the congregation to receive God's word with attentive hearts to allow for lasting transformation for God's glory.
1h 22mCFC India
Following Jesus In Overcoming Temptation |ಶೋಧನೆಯನ್ನು ಜಯಿಸುವದರಲ್ಲಿ ಯೇಸುವನ್ನು ಹಿಂಬಾಲಿಸುವುದು|Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 17, 2022 · 1h 22m
The central message emphasizes that true discipleship means following Jesus wholeheartedly, recognizing that our standing before God is based solely on the merit of Jesus Christ, not on our own service or perceived righteousness. The speaker warns against spiritual pride and encourages believers to confess all sins, both to God and to those they have wronged, trusting that the blood of Jesus is powerful enough to cleanse all sin. Ultimately, the goal is to overcome sin and walk in victory, just as Jesus did.
1h 3mCFC India
Following Jesus In Humility | ದೀನತೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಯೇಸುವನ್ನು ಹಿಂಬಾಲಿಸುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Mar 17, 2022 · 1h 3m
Following Jesus requires profound humility, exemplified by Jesus washing the feet of his disciples. The central message emphasizes that true discipleship means considering others as more important than oneself, rather than seeking to prove one's own spiritual superiority. The speaker warns against pride, noting that the greatest sin is the desire to be better than others, which leads to spiritual downfall.
1h 10mCFC India
Following Jesus In The Pathway Of Love | ಪ್ರೀತಿಯ ಹಾದಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಯೇಸುವನ್ನು ಹಿಂಬಾಲಿಸುವುದು | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 17, 2022 · 1h 10m
The sermon emphasizes wholeheartedly following Jesus, which is presented as a pathway of love. The message encourages deep commitment to Christ's way of life, drawing from biblical principles.
1h 1mCFC India
The Most Important Message of Discipleship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 16, 2022 · 1h 1m
The central message is that true discipleship requires adhering to rigorous, foundational teachings, which are more important than mere declarations of forgiveness or belief. The speaker emphasizes that modern Christianity often devalues genuine discipleship, comparing it to counterfeit currency. He urges listeners to regularly check their own spiritual health against the difficult conditions set forth by Jesus in Luke 14, rather than focusing on judging others.
29mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Living by the Word of God
Zac Poonen · Mar 14, 2022 · 29m
The central message is that true Christian life requires more than just academic knowledge of scripture; one must receive the 'breath of God' through the Word. This deep engagement, which involves meditating on scripture daily, equips believers to be adequate for every good work and results in a life that prospers in doing the will of God. The speaker emphasizes that this process leads to unwavering assurance of salvation and a life rooted in God's purpose.
1h 28mCFC Bangalore Live
13th March 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service |The Most Important Message of Discipleship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 13, 2022 · 1h 28m
The message emphasizes that true Christianity is rooted in discipleship, recalling that the term 'Christian' originally referred to disciples in Antioch. The speaker argues that merely seeking forgiveness or assurance of heaven is insufficient for building a life, home, or church. True discipleship requires a deeper commitment to following Christ's path, moving beyond superficial religious understanding.
1h 27mCFC Bangalore Live
6th March 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Loving Christ Supremely - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 6, 2022 · 1h 27m
The message emphasizes that the Lord desires a love that comes from the heart—an undistracted devotion—rather than mere outward actions. The speaker encourages the congregation to live according to the sentiment of Psalm 73:25, declaring that in heaven, they have no one else to desire besides the Lord. This calls for a deep, all-consuming love for Christ.
1h 6mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God Will Honor Those Who Honor Him -- Zac Poonen -- March 2, 2022
Zac Poonen · Mar 3, 2022 · 1h 6m
The sermon uses the example of Eli, the high priest, to warn against prioritizing family comfort over obedience to God. Eli failed to rebuke his sons for their sin because he loved them more than the Lord, leading to a curse upon his lineage. The central message is that true discipleship requires honoring Christ above all relationships, and neglecting to correct sin in loved ones can have eternal consequences.
55mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The New Covenant’s Ten Commandments
Zac Poonen · Feb 28, 2022 · 55m
The central message is that Christians must change their mindset regarding God's commandments, viewing them not as a burden, but as a profound expression of God's love. The speaker argues that true understanding comes when believers see obedience as a pathway to freedom and eternal life, comparing this realization to the immense benefit of undergoing necessary, though painful, medical treatments. This shift in perspective is necessary for spiritual progress.
1h 2mCFC India
Taking Up The Cross And Building Christ’s Church - Zac Poonen (Tamil)
Zac Poonen · Feb 22, 2022 · 1h 2m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life requires constant self-examination, acknowledging that one's life will be reviewed by God. He draws parallels from scripture, noting that Jesus prioritized the Father's glory over the attention of important people. The central message stresses that discipleship requires loving Christ above all earthly relationships and daily taking up one's cross by dying to self and submitting to God's will.
27mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Going Outside "The Camp" Bearing Christ's Reproach
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2022 · 27m
The central message is that true Christianity requires believers to willingly go 'outside the camp bearing Christ's reproach,' meaning they must be willing to face rejection from religious or worldly peers. The speaker contrasts this necessary rejection with the desire for popularity, warning that even outwardly successful churches can fall away if fervent love for Christ is replaced by the love of money or worldly things.
4mCFC India
Lift Up Your Brother And Push Him Forward – Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2022 · 4m
The speaker uses the example of two brothers in a triathlon, where one helped his struggling brother cross the finish line, to illustrate a profound Christian principle. He compares this act of selfless support to Jesus's willingness to help a stumbling sinner, emphasizing that Christian love requires us to lift up and push others forward, even if it means sacrificing our own desire to win.
1h 10mCFC India
Reacting As Jesus Did – In Mercy Towards Others - Zac Poonen (German)
Zac Poonen · Feb 15, 2022 · 1h 10m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christian living requires embodying Christ's mercy, especially when facing accusations or suffering. The speaker draws lessons from Jesus' example—forgiving those who reviled him and not retaliating—and advises believers to approach speaking about others with caution, ensuring it comes from a spirit of correction, not accusation. Ultimately, the message calls for following Christ's example of enduring suffering without striking back.
3m 45sCFC India
Lord, Help Me Live On Earth Like Thee - Song by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 9, 2022 · 3m 45s
The song expresses a deep desire to live a life characterized by selfless love, mirroring the love of the Lord. The singer commits to using their life to comfort others through simple acts like smiles, kind words, or deeds. The ultimate goal is to live a life of giving and love, ensuring that their time on earth is not lived in vain.
1h 32mCFC Bangalore Live
6th February 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Eight Ways To Deceive Ourselves - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6, 2022 · 1h 32m
The sermon warns believers about eight ways they can deceive themselves, drawing from the warning in 2 Corinthians 11:3. The core message is to guard the simplicity and purity of their devotion to Christ against deceptive teachings or false spirits. The speaker urges the congregation to heed these warnings to prevent being led astray from the true gospel.
54mCFC India
Repent Daily, Then Satan Will Be Afraid of You - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2, 2022 · 54m
The speaker warns that the greatest danger facing the church is spiritual decline, citing the example of Ephesus where Paul preached diligently for three years. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires living a life so consecrated that the devil fears you, contrasting this with merely being a religious figure. The core message is to be radical in seeking God's kingdom and will above personal comfort, ambition, or earthly things.
18mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - For Children: True Repentance and Forgiveness
Zac Poonen · Jan 31, 2022 · 18m
The central message is that true repentance means a complete 'about turn' from sin, which is understood as changing one's mind about sin. The speaker emphasizes that one must first reconcile with people by asking for forgiveness before approaching God in prayer, citing Matthew 5:23-24. Furthermore, true discipleship requires actively forgiving others, as holding onto bitterness is described as poison that can lead one away from Christ.
9mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Importance of Baptism by Immersion
Zac Poonen · Jan 17, 2022 · 9m
The speaker argues that true baptism must be by full immersion, citing the Greek word 'bapto' which means immersion. He refutes common practices like sprinkling and infant baptism, explaining that baptism is a public testimony of dying to sin with Christ and being raised to a new life, as illustrated by Jesus' own baptism. While salvation comes through repentance and faith, baptism is a vital, visible testimony of that spiritual reality.