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February 5 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Will Save Me From All My Sins | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 4

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February 4 | Daily Devotion | Having Faith For New Covenant Promises | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 3

January 31 | Daily Devotion | Prove Yourselves To Be Doers Of God’s Word | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 30

January 28 | Daily Devotion | Divine Wisdom Is A Matter Of Heart | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 27

33m

Some Right Attitudes As We Enter A New Year - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 23

January 21 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Yourself In The Use Of Money | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 20

50m

Zac Poonen - Living in The New Covenant | Austin CFC | 2026-01-14

Zac Poonen · Jan 16

January 15 | Daily Devotion | Trust The Lord To Be A Wall Of Fire Around You | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 14

January 7 | Daily Devotion | God Gives Perseverance And Encouragement | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 6

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6.Why We Believe Jesus Is The Only Way | 6.ಯೇಸುವೇ ಒಂದೇ ಮಾರ್ಗವೆಂದು ನಾವು ಏಕೆ ನಂಬುತ್ತೇವೆ? | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 30

December 25 | Daily Devotion | Faith Of A Child Developed Through The Mother’s Faith | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 24

December 24 | Daily Devotion | The Fantastic Faith That A Mother Imparted To Her Child | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 23

December 11 | Daily Devotion | Our Loving God Is A Father Waiting For You To Come Back | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 10

December 7 | Daily Devotion | Grace Can Help You Overcome Fear And All Sins | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 6

December 3 | Daily Devotion | Faith Is Helpless Dependence On God | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 2

December 2 | Daily Devotion | Our Heavenly Father Knows The Best For Us | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 1

December 1 | Daily Devotion | Trust God’s Plan And His Provision | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 30

November 30 | Daily Devotion | Every Trial That God Brings Can Lead You To Promotion | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 29

November 29 | Daily Devotion | A Father Who Provides For All Our Needs | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 28

November 18 | Daily Devotion | A Life In Fellowship With Jesus | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 17

November 8 | Daily Devotion | The Disciple Needs Revelation On The Son Of God And The Father

Zac Poonen · Nov 7

November 3 | Daily Devotion | God Wants Everything Good For His Children | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 2

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November 2 | Daily Devotion | God Answers Persistent Prayers | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 1

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.

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Zac Poonen · faith

CFC Daily Devotions

February 6 | Daily Devotion | God Will Not Allow A Test Beyond My Ability To Bear | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 5, 2026 · 9m

God promises in 1 Corinthians 10:13 that He will never permit believers to be tested beyond their ability to bear, and will always provide a way to endure. Zac Poonen illustrates this through personal examples, emphasizing that God prepares His servants over time before allowing greater trials, and that believers should depend entirely on God's faithfulness rather than their own strength.

CFC Daily Devotions

February 5 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Will Save Me From All My Sins | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 4, 2026 · 10m

Jesus promises to save believers from their sins, not as a command requiring self-effort but as a gracious promise depending on faith and trust in Him. Drawing from Matthew 1:21 and Romans 6:14, Zac Poonen emphasizes that sin no longer has dominion over those who live under grace rather than law, and calls believers to claim this promise by overcoming common sins like anger, lust, lying, and bitterness through faith in Christ's power, making them true overcomers who transform their homes and churches.

13m

CFC Daily Devotions

February 4 | Daily Devotion | Having Faith For New Covenant Promises | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 3, 2026 · 13m

The speaker argues that many Christians mistakenly cling to the 'old covenant' blessings—such as earthly prosperity or vengeance against neighbors—instead of embracing the 'new covenant.' The core message is that true Christian life requires becoming an overcomer over sin, the world, and the flesh, rather than focusing on earthly disputes. He emphasizes that the new covenant calls believers to an inward joy and focus on Christ's finished work.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 31 | Daily Devotion | Prove Yourselves To Be Doers Of God’s Word | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 30, 2026 · 11m

The message emphasizes that true faith requires action, urging listeners to be doers of God's word rather than mere hearers, comparing hearing God's word to looking in a mirror that reveals sin. Key areas of self-deception include ignoring wrongs done to others, failing to control one's tongue, and claiming to have no sin. The central call is to live with humility, recognizing the constant possibility of sin in one's actions and words.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 28 | Daily Devotion | Divine Wisdom Is A Matter Of Heart | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 27, 2026 · 9m

Divine wisdom differs fundamentally from intellectual cleverness—it requires a humble, pure heart rather than mental acuity. Zac Poonen teaches that spiritual understanding comes only when we acknowledge our spiritual foolishness and dependence on God's revelation, not through our own intelligence or cleverness, citing Jesus's promise to reveal truth to the humble rather than the intellectually proud.

33m

CFC India

Some Right Attitudes As We Enter A New Year - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 23, 2026 · 33m

The central message emphasizes cultivating patience and maintaining faith by remembering that God is in control of all circumstances. The speaker draws from 1 Corinthians 13 and James 1 to stress that patience is a key quality of love and that God allows trials to build us to completeness. He concludes by urging listeners to pray with the belief that they are speaking to a loving, all-powerful Heavenly Father, and to strive for a life of spiritual rest.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 21 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Yourself In The Use Of Money | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 20, 2026 · 8m

Zac Poonen teaches that financial discipline is essential for spiritual growth and receiving God's true riches. He explains that faithfulness with money—whether in small or large amounts—determines whether God will entrust believers with spiritual wealth like deeper revelation, God's nature, and the Holy Spirit's anointing. Poonen exhorts Christians to avoid unnecessary spending and debt, live within their means, and cultivate the spirit of discipline in financial matters as a practical expression of their faith.

50m

Austin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)

Zac Poonen - Living in The New Covenant | Austin CFC | 2026-01-14

Zac Poonen · Jan 16, 2026 · 50m

The speaker emphasizes that a strong foundation in Christian life requires both repentance and faith, comparing them to two electric wires needed to complete a circuit. Repentance is defined as a complete about-turn from sin toward God, which should be an ongoing process throughout one's life. Furthermore, the message highlights that true Christian hope is twofold: believers will first become like Christ before they see Him.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 15 | Daily Devotion | Trust The Lord To Be A Wall Of Fire Around You | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2026 · 9m

The message draws parallels between the cooperation of Haggai and Zechariah in building the temple and the coming unity of the church in the new covenant. The core message emphasizes trusting in God to be a 'wall of fire' for protection rather than relying on human defenses. Furthermore, the speaker stresses that the believer's ultimate glory must be in Jesus Christ, not in personal achievements, culture, or material possessions.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 7 | Daily Devotion | God Gives Perseverance And Encouragement | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 6, 2026 · 10m

The message emphasizes that God provides perseverance and encouragement, drawing lessons from scripture, particularly the Old Testament. Using the Israelites' 40 years in the wilderness as an example, the speaker stresses that life is sustained not by material comfort or food, but by the Word of God. Therefore, believers must regularly read and meditate on the Bible to learn how to live by God's every word.

1h 5m

CFC India

6.Why We Believe Jesus Is The Only Way | 6.ಯೇಸುವೇ ಒಂದೇ ಮಾರ್ಗವೆಂದು ನಾವು ಏಕೆ ನಂಬುತ್ತೇವೆ? | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 30, 2025 · 1h 5m

The sermon emphasizes that believers must always be ready to answer questions about why Jesus is the only way to God. The speaker stresses that this defense should be done with humility and gentleness, never through arguing or confrontation. True conviction comes from understanding the truth and speaking it with grace, rather than engaging in debates.

CFC Daily Devotions

December 25 | Daily Devotion | Faith Of A Child Developed Through The Mother’s Faith | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 24, 2025 · 10m

Zac Poonen teaches that mothers play a crucial role in developing genuine faith in their children, not merely Bible knowledge. Through the example of Timothy's mother, he illustrates how parents who trust God through life's trials and difficulties—and teach their children to pray and seek God's help in both small and large matters—impart sincere faith that becomes the foundation of their children's spiritual character and usefulness to God.

CFC Daily Devotions

December 24 | Daily Devotion | The Fantastic Faith That A Mother Imparted To Her Child | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 23, 2025 · 10m

The sermon uses the story of Moses to illustrate the profound impact of godly parenting. The speaker emphasizes that the mother's faithful upbringing instilled values in Moses, enabling him to reject the world's temptations—honor, wealth, and sin—at age 40. This teaches parents that every day spent raising a child is crucial, as the values instilled during formative years will dictate life choices later on.

CFC Daily Devotions

December 11 | Daily Devotion | Our Loving God Is A Father Waiting For You To Come Back | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 10, 2025 · 11m

The speaker emphasizes that true worship is directed toward the living, loving Father revealed by Jesus, not an idol. He uses Joseph's story to illustrate how God works all things for good, even through suffering, and contrasts this with the judgmental nature of idols. The central message is that God is a Father who patiently waits for us to return, exemplified by the Prodigal Son, running to meet us even when we have fallen far away.

CFC Daily Devotions

December 7 | Daily Devotion | Grace Can Help You Overcome Fear And All Sins | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 6, 2025 · 12m

Zac Poonen teaches that God's grace enables believers to overcome both sin and fear, which he equates as equally serious spiritual enemies. He emphasizes that while the flesh will continue to tempt believers throughout their lives, Romans 6:14 promises that sin shall not have dominion over us, and through faith and repeated exposure to God's truth, we can conquer the 'giants' of habitual sin and fear that seek to control us.

CFC Daily Devotions

December 3 | Daily Devotion | Faith Is Helpless Dependence On God | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 2, 2025 · 11m

Faith is defined as a helpless dependence upon God, illustrated by the branch that only produces fruit because it remains connected to the tree's sap. Believers should avoid comparing themselves to others, recognizing that all ability comes from Christ, not personal experience or knowledge. True faith means acknowledging one's helplessness and remaining connected to the Head, Christ, to be useful to the body.

CFC Daily Devotions

December 2 | Daily Devotion | Our Heavenly Father Knows The Best For Us | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 1, 2025 · 12m

The sermon emphasizes that God is a good Father who always gives good gifts to those who ask Him, comparing this to the certainty of receiving the Holy Spirit. The speaker uses the analogy of traffic lights to explain that God's answers to prayer can be 'no' (red light), 'wait' (orange light), or 'yes' (green light), and that even perceived denials serve a divine purpose. Furthermore, the message assures that God's grace is sufficient, even when physical healing is not granted, as seen in the example of Paul's thorn in the flesh.

CFC Daily Devotions

December 1 | Daily Devotion | Trust God’s Plan And His Provision | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 30, 2025 · 9m

God is a faithful provider who cares for His children and has already made provision for our needs, even before we face difficulties. Through examples like the tree planted by the bitter waters in Exodus and God's hidden work in the book of Esther, Zac Poonen demonstrates that God's love and protection extend to every detail of our lives, and we should build our faith by recognizing His provision in both small and large circumstances.

CFC Daily Devotions

November 30 | Daily Devotion | Every Trial That God Brings Can Lead You To Promotion | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 29, 2025 · 11m

The message uses Peter's denial of Christ to illustrate that God allows us to fall to humble us and teach us lessons. True faith is demonstrated not when we are perfect, but when we hit rock bottom and still believe in God's unconditional love and forgiveness. The speaker emphasizes that God's provision is reliable, citing 1 Corinthians 10:13 to assure listeners that God will never test us beyond our ability, always providing a way of escape.

CFC Daily Devotions

November 29 | Daily Devotion | A Father Who Provides For All Our Needs | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 28, 2025 · 11m

The speaker emphasizes that a Christian's ultimate reliance must be on God the Father, not on earthly systems like social security or wealth. He argues that the prayer, "Give us this day our daily bread," is a comprehensive request for all material necessities—food, shelter, and education—which points to a need for consistent work. Ultimately, the most crucial aspect of the Holy Spirit's gift is not speaking in tongues, but the deep, spontaneous knowledge and cry of knowing God as Father.

CFC Daily Devotions

November 18 | Daily Devotion | A Life In Fellowship With Jesus | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2025 · 10m

The central message emphasizes that true salvation requires both faith and repentance, comparing them to the two necessary wires for electricity to flow. The speaker defines sin not just as breaking a law, but ultimately as anything that comes short of the glory of God, which is seen in Christ. He urges listeners to live with integrity in all areas of life, understanding that every word and action will be accounted for at the judgment seat of Christ.

CFC Daily Devotions

November 8 | Daily Devotion | The Disciple Needs Revelation On The Son Of God And The Father

Zac Poonen · Nov 7, 2025 · 9m

The central message emphasizes that true understanding of God, the Father, and the Son comes only through divine revelation, not merely through intellectual knowledge or study. The speaker argues that many people mistake mere head knowledge for genuine spiritual understanding, citing Matthew 16:17 to support that revelation must come from the Father. A life lacking this deep revelation results in a shallow faith, failing to transform one's attitude toward sin or one's relationship with God.

CFC Daily Devotions

November 3 | Daily Devotion | God Wants Everything Good For His Children | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 2, 2025 · 12m

The message emphasizes that God desires only good for His children, urging believers to actively claim the blessings He has provided. Drawing from examples like Hannah's persistent prayer for Samuel, the speaker stresses that enduring trials requires not just faith, but also patience. Ultimately, believers must trust that God is sovereign, even through persecution, because He cares for every detail of our lives.