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16mContinue to Seek the Things Above — David Bertsch — January 12, 2025
David Bertsch · Jan 12
13mJanuary 13 | Daily Devotion | The Word Of The Cross For Believers: Not My Will But God's Will
Zac Poonen · Jan 12
11mJeremy Utley - How Jesus Invites Believers to the Lord's Supper
Jeremy Utley · Jan 8
8mJanuary 8 | Daily Devotion | Beware When You Become Rich That You Don't Forget God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 7
41mFulfilling God's Unbelievable Plans for Our Lives -- Ajay Chakravarthy -- January 5, 2024
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 5
13mJanuary 5 | Daily Devotion | The Pure Bride Of Christ Is Selfless | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 4
13mJanuary 4 | Daily Devotion | Discerning The Spirit Of Babylon | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 3
10mJanuary 1 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Completed His Spiritual Education On Earth | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 31
33mWorking Heartily For The Lord - Jeremy Utley
Jeremy Utley · Dec 31
59mThe Importance of Dying to Our Own Will - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 31
9mDecember 30 | Daily Devotion | Live By Every Single Word Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 29
12mDecember 26 | Daily Devotion | Most Believers Have Missed The New Covenant | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 25
3m 20sTake My Life and Let It Be -- RLCF Praise Live -- December 22, 2024
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 25
4m 11sIs Your All on the Alter -- RLCF Praise Live -- December 22, 2024
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 25
8mDecember 25 | Daily Devotion | Worshiping The Father In Spirit | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 24
7mSanjay Poonen - Be Quick to Listen, Slow to Speak. Two Ears, One Mouth
Sanjay Poonen · Dec 23
11mDecember 23 | Daily Devotion | The Life of Jesus Is the Light of Men | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 22
9mDecember 22 | Daily Devotion | Standing Against Sin And Having Concern For Others | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 21
17mBeing Conformed to Christ's Image & Treasuring What He Has Given Us — Dave B & Chetan C — 12/15/24
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 20
12mDecember 19 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Came To Save Us From Our Sins | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 18
8mDecember 18 | Daily Devotion | Don't Be A Stumbling Block To The Little Ones | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 17
5mAndrei Pavlov - Hold Firmly to That Which Is Good
Andrei Pavlov · Dec 17
12mDecember 17 | Daily Devotion | Learn From The Little Babies | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 16
23mWenhai Pan - Being a Doer of God's Word
Wenhai Pan · Dec 16
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.
16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Continue to Seek the Things Above — David Bertsch — January 12, 2025
David Bertsch · Jan 12, 2025 · 16m
The central message is the necessity for believers to continually seek 'the things above'—focusing on heavenly realities rather than earthly concerns. The speaker draws heavily from Colossians 3, emphasizing that since believers have died with Christ, they must put off the old self (sinful practices) and put on the new self characterized by compassion, kindness, humility, and love. This transformation must begin at home and permeate all aspects of life.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
January 13 | Daily Devotion | The Word Of The Cross For Believers: Not My Will But God's Will
Zac Poonen · Jan 12, 2025 · 13m
The central message contrasts self-will with God's will, drawing heavily from John 6:38, which states Jesus came not to live a decent life, but to do the will of the Father. The speaker argues that true discipleship requires a commitment to God's will in the hidden, secret areas of life, which is a higher standard than merely avoiding obvious sins. Furthermore, the sermon emphasizes that salvation is not achieved through good works or self-effort, but through acknowledging sin and accepting Christ's free sacrifice.
11mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - How Jesus Invites Believers to the Lord's Supper
Jeremy Utley · Jan 8, 2025 · 11m
Jeremy Utley teaches on the spiritual preparation required for partaking in the Lord's Supper, using Jesus's foot-washing of the disciples as a central metaphor. He emphasizes that ongoing cleansing and thorough repentance from sin—particularly ongoing struggles like pride—are necessary for believers to have a true part in communion, arguing against superficial or partial confession. The message calls disciples to radical honesty and complete self-examination before approaching the Lord's table, rather than quick or surface-level attempts at cleansing.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
January 8 | Daily Devotion | Beware When You Become Rich That You Don't Forget God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 7, 2025 · 8m
The sermon warns that prosperity and comfort can lead to forgetting God and becoming arrogant, a danger that often strikes when life becomes materially easy. The speaker urges listeners to remember their past struggles and maintain humility, emphasizing that raising children requires intentional spiritual focus and acknowledging parental failure to God for change to occur. True discipleship requires remaining humble before God, regardless of worldly success.
41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Fulfilling God's Unbelievable Plans for Our Lives -- Ajay Chakravarthy -- January 5, 2024
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 5, 2025 · 41m
The central message is that believers should strive to live lives that fulfill God's perfect and unbelievable plans for them, ensuring they have no regrets in eternity. The speaker uses the analogy of a caterpillar becoming a butterfly and the story of Abraham to illustrate that personal plans, even if they seem good, can deviate from God's best will. He urges the audience to constantly check if their current path aligns with the Lord's perfect will.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
January 5 | Daily Devotion | The Pure Bride Of Christ Is Selfless | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 4, 2025 · 13m
The central message warns against pursuing knowledge or religious practice for personal honor or status, equating this to the spirit of Babylon. True devotion, like Abel's offering, is characterized by giving the best and living selflessly for Christ, rather than meeting a minimum requirement. The speaker contrasts this with the self-centered nature of those who use religion to advance themselves.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
January 4 | Daily Devotion | Discerning The Spirit Of Babylon | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 3, 2025 · 13m
The message contrasts the 'Spirit of Babylon' with the 'New Jerusalem' (the bride of Christ), warning that spiritual adultery comes from being unfaithful to Christ. This unfaithfulness is characterized by friendship with the world system, which deceives those who claim to be Christian. The speaker emphasizes that true devotion involves doing the will of God, contrasting the world's lusts (flesh, eyes, pride) with the life found in Christ.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
January 1 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Completed His Spiritual Education On Earth | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 31, 2024 · 10m
Jesus' earthly life was a spiritual education, requiring him to learn everything from basic academics to obedience through suffering. The core lesson is that sin stems from yielding to 'my will' rather than God's will, which is exemplified by Adam and Eve's fall. True discipleship means resisting personal desires and choosing to obey God's will, as Jesus did throughout his life.
33mCFC India
Working Heartily For The Lord - Jeremy Utley
Jeremy Utley · Dec 31, 2024 · 33m
The central message is that hard work is not contrary to spirituality but is, in fact, a vital way to live spiritually. The speaker draws parallels from Jesus' life, suggesting that Jesus learned obedience through suffering, including experiences in his workplace. Therefore, believers should view their professional lives as God's appointed place to be prepared, refined, and perfected for a spiritual life.
59mCFC India
The Importance of Dying to Our Own Will - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 31, 2024 · 59m
The central message is that true spirituality is not found in mere knowledge, emotional excitement, or eloquent preaching, but in the daily yielding and denial of one's own will to God's will. The speaker warns against the deception of confusing intellectual understanding or emotional fervor with genuine spiritual life. True discipleship requires living out the will of the Father in all aspects of daily life, not just during church services.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
December 30 | Daily Devotion | Live By Every Single Word Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 29, 2024 · 9m
The central message is that true life and spiritual sustenance come from living by every word of God, not just material provision. The speaker urges listeners to diligently study scripture daily, teaching God's word to their children, and to remain constantly aware of God's guidance. He emphasizes that a deep knowledge of scripture is essential for spiritual effectiveness, especially during times of temptation.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 26 | Daily Devotion | Most Believers Have Missed The New Covenant | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 25, 2024 · 12m
The message outlines three key components of the New Covenant based on Hebrews 8:10-12. First, all past sins are completely blotted out, which God will not even remember. Second, believers will know God personally through the Holy Spirit, rather than needing constant teaching. Third, God writes His law in the mind (giving desire) and, crucially, in the heart (giving ability) through grace. True discipleship requires not just hearing Jesus' teachings (like the Sermon on the Mount) but actively obeying them, building one's life on the rock.
3m 20sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Take My Life and Let It Be -- RLCF Praise Live -- December 22, 2024
CFC Messages · Dec 25, 2024 · 3m 20s
This video features a worship song, "Take My Life and Let It Be," which is a dedication of the singer's entire life to God. The lyrics express a desire to consecrate every moment, action, voice, and possession to the Lord's service. It is a commitment to living wholly for God's glory.
4m 11sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Is Your All on the Alter -- RLCF Praise Live -- December 22, 2024
CFC Messages · Dec 25, 2024 · 4m 11s
The message emphasizes that true peace and blessing are found when one dedicates everything—body, soul, and heart—to sacrifice on the altar. To achieve rest and contentment, one must walk in the light of God's word and willingly do His will. This surrender is presented as the only path to being truly blessed.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
December 25 | Daily Devotion | Worshiping The Father In Spirit | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 24, 2024 · 8m
The central message is that true worship in the New Covenant is not merely external praise or thanksgiving, but a complete presentation of one's body and mind as a living sacrifice to God. This spiritual worship involves dedicating every part of oneself—tongue, eyes, hands, and mind—to God's will, allowing the mind to be renewed according to God's perfect will. This contrasts with the Old Covenant, which could only address outward obedience, whereas the New Covenant allows God to dwell within the believer's spirit.
7mNCCF Church
Sanjay Poonen - Be Quick to Listen, Slow to Speak. Two Ears, One Mouth
Sanjay Poonen · Dec 23, 2024 · 7m
Sanjay Poonen teaches on James 1:19—being quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger—emphasizing that believers often speak more than they listen, particularly when stirred by anger. He challenges the congregation to examine this weakness in their personal relationships and to enter 2025 with humility, honesty, and hunger to apply God's Word, recognizing that life is fragile and uncertain.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
December 23 | Daily Devotion | The Life of Jesus Is the Light of Men | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 22, 2024 · 11m
The speaker argues that the true Gospel is not merely forgiveness of sins, but the 'gospel of the glory of Christ'—a reality beyond simple pardon. He contrasts the Old Covenant's focus on the written word with the New Covenant, where the Word became flesh in Jesus Christ, making life itself the light. Believers must move beyond merely confessing sins to recognizing that Jesus saves people from sin, requiring a life that mirrors the truth preached.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
December 22 | Daily Devotion | Standing Against Sin And Having Concern For Others | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 21, 2024 · 9m
The message uses the story of Joseph to teach that when tempted, one should remember the conviction, "How can I do this great evil and sin against God." Furthermore, the speaker emphasizes that focusing on the needs and sorrows of others, like Joseph did in prison, can be God's way of directing you to opportunities and blessings, even when you are facing personal hardship.
17mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Being Conformed to Christ's Image & Treasuring What He Has Given Us — Dave B & Chetan C — 12/15/24
CFC Messages · Dec 20, 2024 · 17m
The speaker meditates on the glorious end times described in Revelation, focusing on the ultimate victory over evil and the new heaven and earth. He contrasts the future hope of being like Christ (1 John 3:2) with the immediate call to unity and living in the Father's presence, drawing heavily on John 17 and Romans 8 to emphasize that our present focus should be on Christ's glory and the unity He desires for His followers.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 19 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Came To Save Us From Our Sins | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 18, 2024 · 12m
Jesus came to save us not just from sin, but to save us from sin progressively, leading to a life where we become more like Him. The Christian life is a race requiring perseverance, discipline, and refusing to be discouraged by setbacks. True victory means striving to enter heaven and hear Jesus say, "Well done, good and faithful servant."
8mCFC Daily Devotions
December 18 | Daily Devotion | Don't Be A Stumbling Block To The Little Ones | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 17, 2024 · 8m
The message emphasizes that believers must be extremely careful in their conduct to avoid causing any stumbling block to children. This responsibility extends to parents, who must treat every child with equal love and respect, mirroring how they would treat Jesus himself. Furthermore, parents must be mindful of their behavior, both with their children and with each other, as these actions are constantly observed and can cause spiritual stumbling.
5mNCCF Church
Andrei Pavlov - Hold Firmly to That Which Is Good
Andrei Pavlov · Dec 17, 2024 · 5m
Andrei Pavlov uses the metaphor of food spoiling in a refrigerator to teach three principles for avoiding spiritual disaster: maintaining proper spiritual temperature through conscience, God's Word, and wise counsel; rejecting old covenant practices and unbiblical teachings in favor of sound doctrine; and actively sharing spiritual nourishment with others so that both we and those around us are refreshed. The goal is to reflect Jesus and bring joy to the Lord while becoming a delight to others.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 17 | Daily Devotion | Learn From The Little Babies | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 16, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that true humility, which is necessary for entering the Kingdom of Heaven, must be learned from little children, not pretended. The speaker warns against the danger of pride masquerading as humility, noting that genuine humility is characterized by a complete lack of pretense. To achieve this, one must focus on the inner state of the mind, learning from the natural simplicity of a child rather than adopting outward appearances.
23mNCCF Church
Wenhai Pan - Being a Doer of God's Word
Wenhai Pan · Dec 16, 2024 · 23m
Wenhai Pan emphasizes that being a Christian requires not merely understanding God's Word but actively applying it in daily life. He warns against two dangers: treating intellectual knowledge as equivalent to obedience, and practicing partial obedience rather than full commitment. Drawing from Mark 12 and Ephesians 4, he challenges believers to move beyond hearing sermons to practicing what they learn, modeling this through personal application before sharing with others.