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8mBobby McDonald - Do All Things To The Glory Of God
Bobby McDonald · Jan 31
8mBobby McDonald - Doing everything vs. listening to the Spirit
Bobby McDonald · Sep 20
10mBobby McDonald - Simple And Pure Devotion To Christ
Bobby McDonald · Dec 21
12mBobby McDonald - From People Pleasing To Pleasing The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Mar 8
11mBobby McDonald - Lord, Give Them Wine and Send Me the Bill
Bobby McDonald · Oct 21
29mNCCF Church Sharing - April 19, 2015
Bobby McDonald · Apr 19
25mBobby McDonald - Teach us to number our days
Bobby McDonald · Nov 16
9mBobby McDonald - We Reap What We Sow
Bobby McDonald · Sep 19
22mBobby McDonald - A Servant Is One Who Lives For The One Who Loves Him
Bobby McDonald · Feb 11
17mBobby McDonald - Spiritual Dryness
Bobby McDonald · Nov 15
11mBobby McDonald - Serving Out Of Love, Not Working For Salvation
Bobby McDonald · Oct 11
13mBobby McDonald - The New Covenant Good Samaritan
Bobby McDonald · May 2
18mBobby McDonald - Yes, Daddy
Bobby McDonald · May 4
12mBobby McDonald - Meditations On The Parable Of The Talents
Bobby McDonald · Jan 30
10mBobby McDonald - Being Led by the Spirit
Bobby McDonald · Oct 3
20mBobby McDonald - Giving God Our Best
Bobby McDonald · Apr 26
26mThat I May Know Christ Intimately - Bobby Mcdonald
Bobby McDonald · Jan 7
14mBobby McDonald - God's Presence And Our Will
Bobby McDonald · Aug 23
13mBobby McDonald - His Burden To Cleanse Our Cup
Bobby McDonald · Aug 14
42mSeek for His Joy - Bobby McDonald - July 30, 2014 (Session 7)
Bobby McDonald · Aug 5
12mBobby McDonald - Be Strong In The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Oct 17
17mBobby McDonald - Having a burden for the local church
Bobby McDonald · Jan 26
9mBobby McDonald - The Eyes Of The Lord Are In Every Place
Bobby McDonald · Nov 4
6mBobby McDonald - Endure By Remembering Who This Is For
Bobby McDonald · Aug 10
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Bobby McDonald - Do All Things To The Glory Of God
Bobby McDonald · Jan 31, 2016 · 8m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians should dedicate every aspect of their lives—both spiritual and secular—to the glory of God, following the principle of 1 Corinthians 10:31. This means seeking to live in God's will in every moment, whether working diligently, resting, or performing mundane tasks. By doing everything cheerfully and without complaint, believers can make every act a spiritual offering.
Bobby McDonald - Doing everything vs. listening to the Spirit
Bobby McDonald · Sep 20, 2015 · 8m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christian life requires actively listening to the Holy Spirit rather than trying to accomplish everything through personal effort. The speaker uses the analogy of a piano player to illustrate that believers only need to focus on their individual role, connected to the 'head' (Christ/God), rather than trying to manage every need within the church. True service comes from submission to God's specific leading, which is more productive than self-directed effort.
Bobby McDonald - Simple And Pure Devotion To Christ
Bobby McDonald · Dec 21, 2015 · 10m · NCCF Church
The central message is that the Christian life requires making Jesus Christ everything—the sole focus of one's devotion. The speaker uses analogies, like a valuable coin, to illustrate that everything outside of Christ is worthless. True devotion means seeking to love God and obey Him with all one's heart, which involves casting off worldly attachments and even the smallest sins, as these actions suggest that Christ is not everything.
Bobby McDonald - From People Pleasing To Pleasing The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Mar 8, 2016 · 12m · NCCF Church
The central message is the danger of people-pleasing, which creates a heavy, unsustainable burden that contradicts God's will. The speaker emphasizes that true freedom and rest are found not in trying to satisfy everyone, but in dedicating oneself to pleasing God alone. He uses the analogy of a yoke to illustrate that when we live for Christ, the burden is shared, making it light, unlike the heavy backpack of self-effort or pleasing others.
Bobby McDonald - Lord, Give Them Wine and Send Me the Bill
Bobby McDonald · Oct 21, 2020 · 11m · NCCF Church
The central message is that true spiritual life involves embracing the Holy Spirit's work, which requires burning away personal attachments and self-centered desires. This process leads to a life that overflows, enabling one to bless and minister to others. The speaker warns against the temptation to desire comfort over ministry, citing examples like Jonah's bitterness and emphasizing that God's joy is found in serving and loving others.
NCCF Church Sharing - April 19, 2015
Bobby McDonald · Apr 19, 2015 · 29m · NCCF Church
The sermon uses the stories of Jairus and the woman with the hemorrhage to emphasize the power of genuine faith. The central message is that believers must continue to believe in God's promises even when circumstances become impossible or when evidence suggests otherwise. The speaker stresses that faith acts as a conduit, allowing God's power to flow immediately, without needing evaluation or a back-and-forth process.
Bobby McDonald - Teach us to number our days
Bobby McDonald · Nov 16, 2020 · 25m · NCCF Church
The speaker encourages the audience to live with the awareness that their days are numbered, drawing from Psalm 90:12. He suggests that proving one's commitment to God involves practicing humility, as exemplified by Moses, and recognizing that life is fleeting, as taught in James 4. Ultimately, he emphasizes that the constant practice of repentance—confessing sin, forsaking it, and drawing near to God—is the safest and highest priority in life.
Bobby McDonald - We Reap What We Sow
Bobby McDonald · Sep 19, 2016 · 9m · NCCF Church
The sermon emphasizes the principle of sowing and reaping, advising that what we consciously feed our minds will eventually manifest in our lives. To cultivate a life reflecting Christ, we must guard our hearts by controlling the input to our minds, avoiding negative sources like gossip or excessive focus on materialism. True transformation comes when the truth of God's Word is sown into a heart that receives it with faith, leading to a good harvest.
Bobby McDonald - A Servant Is One Who Lives For The One Who Loves Him
Bobby McDonald · Feb 11, 2018 · 22m · NCCF Church
A true servant of the Lord serves out of genuine love and gratitude for God, not merely out of routine or for self-glory. The speaker warns against performing religious acts or service with hidden motives, comparing this to the Pharisee who prayed to himself. The core message is maintaining a deep, personal relationship with God, ensuring that service flows from a heart of love rather than obligation or habit.
Bobby McDonald - Spiritual Dryness
Bobby McDonald · Nov 15, 2021 · 17m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christian life requires a consistent, daily devotion to God, viewing spiritual dryness not as a failure but as a signal to recommit. The speaker emphasizes that all life's ambitions and pursuits lose meaning outside of knowing Jesus, and true devotion is found by continually seeking Him with the whole heart. This pursuit must be a daily walk, like tending a fire, rather than expecting a one-time fix.
Bobby McDonald - Serving Out Of Love, Not Working For Salvation
Bobby McDonald · Oct 11, 2016 · 11m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians must understand they are saved by faith alone, not by their works or performance. The speaker warns against the temptation to feel they must 'work' to earn God's favor, citing Paul's letter to the Galatians. True Christian living means working out of love and gratitude for Christ's finished work, not out of fear of losing salvation.
Bobby McDonald - The New Covenant Good Samaritan
Bobby McDonald · May 2, 2016 · 13m · NCCF Church
The speaker emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the church. He draws parallels from the Good Samaritan parable, arguing that spiritually, people are often robbed and beaten by Satan, leaving them spiritually incapacitated. Therefore, the ministry of the Good Samaritan today involves prayer and encouragement—literally 'picking people up' and carrying them to safety.
Bobby McDonald - Yes, Daddy
Bobby McDonald · May 4, 2021 · 18m · NCCF Church
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian goal is to reflect Jesus' perfect obedience and surrender in all areas of life. He uses Jesus' life, from childhood obedience to his ultimate sacrifice, to illustrate this point, contrasting it with his own lack of consistent surrender. The message encourages immediate, cheerful obedience to the Holy Spirit and to earthly authorities, viewing submission to these structures as an act of obedience to God.
Bobby McDonald - Meditations On The Parable Of The Talents
Bobby McDonald · Jan 30, 2018 · 12m · NCCF Church
The sermon uses the Parable of the Talents to teach that all believers are equally rich in the Lord, regardless of perceived gifts or resources. True faithfulness is measured not by the amount possessed, but by what one actively does with what they have, emphasizing that one must always be ready to use their abilities to please God. The ultimate reward for faithfulness is greater responsibility and the joy of serving the Lord.
Bobby McDonald - Being Led by the Spirit
Bobby McDonald · Oct 3, 2017 · 10m · NCCF Church
The central message is that true Christian living involves being led by the Spirit rather than by personal emotions or rules. The speaker uses the example of Jesus's interaction with the Syrophoenician woman to illustrate that Jesus was constantly listening to and being led by the Father's will, not just adhering to strict rules. He encourages the audience to cultivate this habit of constant listening to God to avoid sin and live in alignment with the Spirit's guidance.
Bobby McDonald - Giving God Our Best
Bobby McDonald · Apr 26, 2017 · 20m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians must strive to give God their absolute best in all aspects of life, rather than treating devotion as a mere checklist of duties. This requires intentional focus, whether in Bible reading, prayer, or service, and resisting the distraction of busyness. The speaker uses the example of Martha and Mary to illustrate that prioritizing time with God and listening to His word is the most necessary task.
That I May Know Christ Intimately - Bobby Mcdonald
Bobby McDonald · Jan 7, 2015 · 26m · CFC India
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian life is more than just waiting for heaven; it involves cultivating an intimate relationship with Christ right now. He draws from the New Covenant truths to teach that believers can experience 'heaven on Earth' by knowing Christ deeply. The message also touches on freedom from various struggles like guilt, discouragement, and legalism, drawing parallels to Peter's miraculous release from prison.
Bobby McDonald - God's Presence And Our Will
Bobby McDonald · Aug 23, 2015 · 14m · NCCF Church
The central message is that to experience God's presence, one must surrender their own will and ambitions, mirroring Jesus' life. The speaker draws parallels from Jesus' time in the temple and his quiet moments with God to illustrate that true closeness to God requires focusing solely on Him. Ultimately, the speaker equates the 'veil' separating humanity from God's presence with our own will, suggesting that crucifying our will is the way to enter into God's presence.
Bobby McDonald - His Burden To Cleanse Our Cup
Bobby McDonald · Aug 14, 2018 · 13m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by cleansing the 'inside of their cup,' which refers to their inner character and disposition. This cleansing is not about outward performance but about internal transformation, requiring a willingness to surrender one's will to the Lord. The speaker emphasizes that this process is the same for everyone, regardless of their background, and it involves actively repenting of sin.
Seek for His Joy - Bobby McDonald - July 30, 2014 (Session 7)
Bobby McDonald · Aug 5, 2014 · 42m · River of Life Christian Fellowship
The sermon emphasizes that true joy comes from recognizing Jesus Christ as the preeminent center of one's life and inheritance, drawing from Colossians 1:9-12 and Psalm 16. The speaker cautions against finding comfort in self-pity or worldly ambitions, urging the congregation instead to anchor their hope and joy in the promises of God and the inheritance found in Christ. He concludes by stressing that God desires a joyful, rejoicing life, not one marked by sorrow or self-focus.
Bobby McDonald - Be Strong In The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Oct 17, 2017 · 12m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians are called to be strong in the Lord, drawing strength from the armor God provides. The speaker emphasizes that true strength is measured by what it takes to discourage us, urging listeners not to be broken by small, everyday circumstances. He encourages relying on God's armor rather than succumbing to discouragement, anger, or anxiety over minor issues.
Bobby McDonald - Having a burden for the local church
Bobby McDonald · Jan 26, 2015 · 17m · NCCF Church
The central message is that a godly love for the local church is a commitment to concern for the spiritual growth of fellow believers, aiming for Christ-likeness. True unity requires moving beyond self-concern and embracing the shared journey toward this ultimate goal. The speaker uses the Israelites' unbelief regarding the Promised Land to illustrate that we must fully trust God's plan for the church's development, even when the process is difficult or unseen.
Bobby McDonald - The Eyes Of The Lord Are In Every Place
Bobby McDonald · Nov 4, 2017 · 9m · NCCF Church
The sermon warns that Satan's primary tactic is to convince believers that God does not love them, comparing this to a persistent gossip trying to tear apart a marriage. The speaker emphasizes that God is watching us in every temptation, as stated in Proverbs 15:3. Therefore, believers must live every moment as if Christ is present, choosing to deny themselves and resist temptation to bring joy to God.
Bobby McDonald - Endure By Remembering Who This Is For
Bobby McDonald · Aug 10, 2020 · 6m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christian living involves dying to sin not for its own sake, but so that one can be alive to God and please Him. The speaker emphasizes that when tempted, one's focus should be on pleasing God, drawing inspiration from Jesus' endurance on the cross, which was motivated by the joy of pleasing the Father. Ultimately, the goal is to overcome sin to deepen one's relationship with God.