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20mBobby McDonald - Giving God Our Best
Bobby McDonald · Apr 26
22mBobby McDonald - 5 Things I've Learned About Faith
Bobby McDonald · Mar 13
11mBobby McDonald - Differing Weights And Differing Measures
Bobby McDonald · Mar 7
13mBobby McDonald - The Lord Strengthens Us
Bobby McDonald · Feb 24
10mBobby McDonald - Praising God For Our Family In The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Jan 17
10mBobby McDonald - Obedience And Motive
Bobby McDonald · Jan 14
9mBobby McDonald - 2 Things God Impressed Upon Me In 2016
Bobby McDonald · Dec 26
15mBobby McDonald - Jesus Died For Me, So I Want To Die For Him
Bobby McDonald · Oct 24
14mBobby McDonald - Patiently Bearing With One Another In Love
Bobby McDonald · Oct 17
7mBobby McDonald - Be Teachable
Bobby McDonald · Sep 26
10mBobby McDonald - God's Eternal Purpose
Bobby McDonald · Sep 5
9mBobby McDonald - Eagerness To Follow Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Aug 22
28mBobby McDonald - Growing In Passion For God And Overcoming Lukewarmness
Bobby McDonald · Aug 15
10mBobby McDonald - The Pursuit Of God And The Pursuit Of Godliness
Bobby McDonald · Jul 25
13mBobby McDonald - The New Covenant Good Samaritan
Bobby McDonald · May 2
10mBobby McDonald - Inheriting God's Promises Through Faith And Patience
Bobby McDonald · Apr 25
8mBobby McDonald - Slow To Speak, Quick To Listen To God
Bobby McDonald · Apr 11
13mBobby McDonald - Being Diligent To Preserve Unity
Bobby McDonald · Mar 15
12mBobby McDonald - From People Pleasing To Pleasing The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Mar 8
19mBobby McDonald - Maximum Christians
Bobby McDonald · Mar 1
11mBobby McDonald - Devoting Ourselves To God's Word
Bobby McDonald · Feb 22
8mBobby McDonald - Do All Things To The Glory Of God
Bobby McDonald · Jan 31
5mBobby McDonald - Obey God And Leave The Consequences To Him
Bobby McDonald · Jan 26
10mBobby McDonald - Emotions: Good Servants But Terrible Masters
Bobby McDonald · Jan 12
August 3 | Daily Devotion | Repentance Is The Mark Of Being Truly Born Again | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Repentance is the defining mark of a truly born-again Christian. Without genuine repentance—a turning away from sin with changed behavior—one's claim to conversion is hollow and superficial.
20mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Giving God Our Best
Bobby McDonald · Apr 26, 2017 · 20m
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.
22mNCCF Church
transcribingBobby McDonald - 5 Things I've Learned About Faith
Bobby McDonald · Mar 13, 2017 · 22m
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This transformation happens both individually through personal purity and corporately by functioning fully within the local church.
11mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Differing Weights And Differing Measures
Bobby McDonald · Mar 7, 2017 · 11m
The speaker challenges the audience to examine whether their commitment to godliness is genuine or merely performative, comparing their behavior in church versus at home. He warns against 'differing weights and differing measures,' arguing that true faith requires consistent love and devotion to God and others regardless of who is watching. The core message is the necessity of living a unified, genuine life of love in all areas of life.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - The Lord Strengthens Us
Bobby McDonald · Feb 24, 2017 · 13m
The speaker emphasizes that while the physical body naturally declines, the Holy Spirit works in the inner person, leading to spiritual growth. True strength isn't about removing life's difficulties, but about developing the capacity to bear greater weight and overcome temptations through the Spirit's power. This process pushes believers toward greater maturity and Christ-likeness.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Praising God For Our Family In The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Jan 17, 2017 · 10m
The speaker encourages spending time praising God specifically for one's family and the people God has placed in one's life. Drawing from Paul's letters, he notes that constant thanksgiving is a theme in apostolic writing. He further argues that differences within relationships, like marriage, are not obstacles but are divinely orchestrated 'friction' that polishes believers, helping them grow more like Christ.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Obedience And Motive
Bobby McDonald · Jan 14, 2017 · 10m
The central message is that true Christian devotion requires both obedience to God's commands and the correct motive, which is loving God with all one's heart. The speaker uses the example of the Pharisees to illustrate that merely following rules without genuine love and humility is worthless. Ultimately, following Christ means desiring to do God's will because of love, not for self-glorification or religious performance.
9mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - 2 Things God Impressed Upon Me In 2016
Bobby McDonald · Dec 26, 2016 · 9m
The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate goal for Christians is to be a reflection of Jesus, which requires both personal purity and functioning within the local church. He stresses that true discipleship means centering one's entire life and prayers around God's will, rather than personal desires. Furthermore, he argues that the most valuable work on earth is building up the church, which is achieved through obedience and the breaking of one's own will.
15mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Jesus Died For Me, So I Want To Die For Him
Bobby McDonald · Oct 24, 2016 · 15m
The central message is that Christian life requires a two-sided response: receiving God's grace and love, and then responding with a life of total surrender and gratitude. The speaker emphasizes that believers should live not for temporary, self-serving goals, but for eternity, mirroring Daniel's devotion to God's sake. This surrender means recognizing that we belong to God, just as we were created in His image, and living accordingly.
14mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Patiently Bearing With One Another In Love
Bobby McDonald · Oct 17, 2016 · 14m
The central message is the necessity of patiently bearing with one another in love, drawing from passages like Colossians 3:13 and Ephesians 4. The speaker distinguishes between forgiving, which is a one-time act, and bearing with, which implies continually forgiving and not holding grudges. Ultimately, the speaker encourages believers to adopt a posture of patience, trusting that God's sovereign hand is at work even in difficult circumstances, and modeling God's own patience toward others.
7mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Be Teachable
Bobby McDonald · Sep 26, 2016 · 7m
The central message is the necessity of being teachable and recognizing that Christian growth requires more than just the Bible; it requires the community of the local church. The speaker warns that the untaught and unstable can distort scripture, and true spiritual maturity is achieved by submitting to the teaching provided by God through apostles, prophets, teachers, and pastors. Pride, specifically the belief that one can succeed alone, is identified as the greatest hindrance to progress.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - God's Eternal Purpose
Bobby McDonald · Sep 5, 2016 · 10m
The central message is that God is actively working all things—both good and difficult—for the ultimate good of those who love Him, as exemplified by Romans 8:28. The speaker uses the personal experience of his son's school anxiety and the life of Joseph to illustrate that hardship is part of God's plan for growth, teaching believers to view past struggles not as bad luck, but as things God allowed or caused for a greater, eternal purpose.
9mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Eagerness To Follow Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Aug 22, 2016 · 9m
The sermon emphasizes that the Christian life requires an eagerness to follow Jesus, mirroring the Ethiopian eunuch's willing commitment. This commitment is not a one-time event but a daily choice to die to self and live for Christ. Furthermore, the speaker clarifies that church membership involves a voluntary commitment to submit to the local church's elders for mutual care and guidance, distinguishing committed members from mere visitors.
28mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Growing In Passion For God And Overcoming Lukewarmness
Bobby McDonald · Aug 15, 2016 · 28m
The speaker advises that maintaining passion for God is not a one-time fix but a daily pursuit requiring consistent effort, much like physical health. He cautions against confusing emotional highs with genuine devotion, emphasizing that true spiritual life comes from seeking God daily through the Holy Spirit, not just through intense feelings. Ultimately, believers should focus on doing their best with what they have, resisting Satan's accusations of inadequacy by serving the Lord cheerfully.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - The Pursuit Of God And The Pursuit Of Godliness
Bobby McDonald · Jul 25, 2016 · 10m
The central message is that a genuine pursuit of God must be inseparable from a pursuit of godliness and Christlikeness. The speaker argues that one cannot truly know God while simultaneously living in sin, as God and sin cannot coexist. True relationship with God is found by denying oneself and aligning one's will with God's will, mirroring the selfless love found in deep human relationships.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - The New Covenant Good Samaritan
Bobby McDonald · May 2, 2016 · 13m
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.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Inheriting God's Promises Through Faith And Patience
Bobby McDonald · Apr 25, 2016 · 10m
True faith requires not only works but also patience to fully inherit God's promises. The speaker emphasizes that God's timing is often slower than ours, requiring endurance and perseverance. He urges listeners not to give up hope in their faith, relationships, or ministry, as doing so means missing out on the blessings God has prepared.
8mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Slow To Speak, Quick To Listen To God
Bobby McDonald · Apr 11, 2016 · 8m
The central message is the necessity of being quick to listen to God and slow to speak, drawing from James 1:19. The speaker emphasizes that this principle applies to everything, from conversations and emails to major life decisions, suggesting that true wisdom comes from pausing to hear God's will. Ultimately, a listening heart is one that is always ready to do God's will, which is sustained by dwelling in God's Word.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Being Diligent To Preserve Unity
Bobby McDonald · Mar 15, 2016 · 13m
The central message is the critical importance of diligently preserving unity within the church and in personal relationships. The speaker emphasizes that any division, no matter how small, must be addressed immediately, comparing it to a serious fracture that requires attention. True Christian living requires prioritizing fellowship and unity over personal preferences or doctrinal disagreements.
12mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - From People Pleasing To Pleasing The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Mar 8, 2016 · 12m
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.
19mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Maximum Christians
Bobby McDonald · Mar 1, 2016 · 19m
The central message is the call to live as a 'maximum Christian,' meaning one's life revolves entirely around pleasing God rather than personal wants. The speaker contrasts this with the 'minimum Christian,' who only adheres to the bare minimum requirements or expects recognition for service. True discipleship involves freely choosing to be a slave to God, giving everything without expecting anything in return, exemplified by the attitude of Job.
11mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Devoting Ourselves To God's Word
Bobby McDonald · Feb 22, 2016 · 11m
The central message is the necessity of devoting oneself completely to God's Word, going beyond mere study to a deep, personal devotion. The speaker emphasizes that true devotion involves a desire to live out what is learned, focusing on the quality of time spent meditating on Scripture for personal transformation rather than just accumulating knowledge. This devotion is presented as essential for spiritual growth and bearing witness to Christ.
8mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Do All Things To The Glory Of God
Bobby McDonald · Jan 31, 2016 · 8m
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.
5mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Obey God And Leave The Consequences To Him
Bobby McDonald · Jan 26, 2016 · 5m
The central message is that Christians should prioritize seeking and doing God's will in every aspect of life, even if the outcome is imperfect. The speaker emphasizes that approaching God with a surrendered attitude—asking, "Lord, what is your will?"—is what pleases Him, regardless of personal mistakes. This principle is supported by examples from Israel's history and scripture, encouraging believers to live for God's glory in all things.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Emotions: Good Servants But Terrible Masters
Bobby McDonald · Jan 12, 2016 · 10m
The central message is that while emotions can be good servants, they become terrible masters when they contradict God's will. Drawing from Jesus's life, the speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires actively rejecting feelings of self-pity, shame, and indulgence in worldly desires, just as Jesus did on the cross. This requires a conscious, hostile rejection of any inner inclination that pulls one away from God's purpose.