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10mDecember 14 | Daily Devotion | God Works All Things For The Good Of Those Who Love Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 13
9mDecember 13 | Daily Devotion | Live According To The Laws Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 12
8mDecember 12 | Daily Devotion | Seek For The Greater Reward | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 11
29mRLCF Praise Live — December 8, 2024
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 11
4m 2sMy Faith Looks Up to Thee — RLCF Praise Live — December 8, 2024
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 11
12mDecember 11 | Daily Devotion | He Loved Me; So I Love And Obey Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 10
13mDecember 10 | Daily Devotion | The Path Of The Righteous Shines Brighter And Brighter | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 9
48mThe Final Examination of the Christian - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 9
9mZac Poonen - Those Who Judge Themselves Daily Can Break Bread
Zac Poonen · Dec 9
20mZac Poonen - How to Function as a Member of Christ's Body
Zac Poonen · Dec 9
31mSunil Poonen - Functioning Members of the Body of Christ
Sunil Poonen · Dec 9
13mDecember 09 | Daily Devotion | God's Goal For Us Is Christ-likeness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 8
13mDecember 07 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Appreciate One Another | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 6
17mSeeing Jesus by Way of the Cross & God's Compassion for the Lonely — David L & Alan T — Dec 01, 2024
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 6
28mRLCF Praise Live -- December 1, 2024
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 4
14mZac Poonen - Jesus Submitted to Authority
Zac Poonen · Dec 2
22mWenhai Pan - Marks of Spiritual Maturity
Wenhai Pan · Dec 2
9mDecember 02 | Daily Devotion | Gold, Silver, And Precious Stones Or Wood, Hay, And Straw |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 1
59sFull message: https://youtu.be/tVdl-L3dDBI #running #christ #satisfied #thirsting
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Nov 30
12mNovember 30 | Daily Devotion | Our Ambition Is To Be Pleasing To Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 29
55mSensitive To The Spirit's Voice | ಆತ್ಮನ ಸ್ವರಕ್ಕೆ ಸೂಕ್ಷ್ಮವಾಗಿರುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Nov 28
55mHow To Love God With All Our Heart | ಪೂರ್ಣ ಹೃದಯದಿಂದ ದೇವರನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಪ್ರೀತಿಸುವುದು? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 27
56mNo Partiality With God | ದೇವರಲ್ಲಿ ಪಕ್ಷಪಾತವಿಲ್ಲ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Nov 27
12mNovember 25 | Daily Devotion | You Become Spiritual When Your Will Is Crucified | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 24
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.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
December 14 | Daily Devotion | God Works All Things For The Good Of Those Who Love Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 13, 2024 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes that it is more blessed to give than to receive, applying this principle not just to money but to time, energy, and even spiritual knowledge, which should be shared. He also expounds on Romans 8:28-29, teaching that if one truly loves God and desires to fulfill His purpose, every negative event or hardship will ultimately work out for their good and make them more like Christ.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
December 13 | Daily Devotion | Live According To The Laws Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 12, 2024 · 9m
The sermon outlines several 'laws' for Christian living, emphasizing that one's life is governed by faith, seeking God's kingdom first, and sowing rightly. Key points include that what you receive is proportional to your faith, that seeking God's kingdom (living by God's rules) ensures earthly needs are met, and that sowing to the Spirit yields eternal life while sowing to the flesh brings corruption. The overarching message is to live according to God's established laws for personal benefit.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
December 12 | Daily Devotion | Seek For The Greater Reward | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 11, 2024 · 8m
The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate reward in heaven, according to Revelation 22:12, is not material wealth but closeness to Jesus Christ. He cautions against serving God or others merely to receive a reward, stressing that true service must stem from love and gratitude. The goal of Christian life should be to emulate Christ's selfless love, rather than accumulating earthly or heavenly accolades.
29mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live — December 8, 2024
CFC Messages · Dec 11, 2024 · 29m
The sermon emphasizes the enduring, pure, and changeless love of Jesus, which led Him to the Cross. It encourages the congregation to emulate this love by committing their lives fully to God, trusting in His faithfulness to complete the work He started. Key prayers focus on maintaining faith, unity within the church and families, and dedicating all aspects of life to God.
4m 2sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
My Faith Looks Up to Thee — RLCF Praise Live — December 8, 2024
CFC Messages · Dec 11, 2024 · 4m 2s
The sermon reflection focuses on the theme of enduring, unchanging love, drawing parallels between Christ's unwavering love for humanity—even to the point of death—and the believer's response. It encourages the congregation to emulate this pure, warm, and changeless love in their own lives, especially when facing trials.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 11 | Daily Devotion | He Loved Me; So I Love And Obey Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 10, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that true spiritual progress involves a daily, conscious effort to become more Christlike in every area of life. The speaker emphasizes that this growth must be evident in relationships (like loving one's spouse as Christ loved the church) and in handling worldly concerns, such as money and enemies. Ultimately, the motive behind obedience, whether tithing or following commandments, is more important than the act itself, stemming from a love for Christ.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
December 10 | Daily Devotion | The Path Of The Righteous Shines Brighter And Brighter | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 9, 2024 · 13m
The central message is that the Christian life must be characterized by a personal, daily devotion to Christ, which is the true 'Tree of Life.' This devotion ensures that one's life path, like the sunrise, continuously brightens toward Christ's return, preventing backsliding. The speaker emphasizes that God's ultimate goal is not merely salvation or earthly blessings, but transforming believers to be like Christ, which requires presenting one's entire body, mind, and passions to God, rather than just giving money.
48mCFC India
The Final Examination of the Christian - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 9, 2024 · 48m
The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual education, exemplified by Jesus, involves learning obedience through suffering, which is often internal rather than purely physical. Sin originates from yielding to 'my will' rather than God's will, as demonstrated by Adam and Eve. Therefore, resisting temptation and choosing God's path over personal desire is the core of Christian suffering and discipleship.
9mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Those Who Judge Themselves Daily Can Break Bread
Zac Poonen · Dec 9, 2024 · 9m
Zac Poonen teaches that believers must judge themselves daily through self-examination to avoid judgment in eternity. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 11:31 and the example of Adam and Eve, he emphasizes that we should examine our own hearts, words, and thoughts rather than pointing fingers at others—a habit that leads to participating in the Lord's Supper worthily. The practice of daily self-judgment, not just at communion, transforms our lives and ensures we face zero judgment before Christ.
20mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - How to Function as a Member of Christ's Body
Zac Poonen · Dec 9, 2024 · 20m
Zac Poonen teaches that Christians must function as mature, interconnected members of Christ's body by speaking truth in love and remaining connected to Christ the Head. True spiritual growth and church function comes not from frequent social interaction between members, but from each member's personal connection to Christ, which then enables coordinated, fruitful contribution to the body's overall growth. A committed church member embodies humility, authenticity, and genuine concern for others' blessing rather than self-impression.
31mNCCF Church
Sunil Poonen - Functioning Members of the Body of Christ
Sunil Poonen · Dec 9, 2024 · 31m
Jesus ascended to heaven to fill all things through the Holy Spirit, equipping believers with gifts to build up the church as a unified body. Every member of the church must actively function as a connected part of the body rather than being a passive spectator or merely appearing to participate; genuine commitment means speaking truth in love and working together toward maturity in Christ, which becomes the most powerful evangelistic witness to the world.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
December 09 | Daily Devotion | God's Goal For Us Is Christ-likeness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 8, 2024 · 13m
God's ultimate goal for humanity is not wealth, health, or any earthly achievement, but rather Christ-likeness. The speaker emphasizes that believers are predestined to be conformed to the image of Jesus Christ, citing Romans 8:29 as the key scripture. He cautions against following teachings that set worldly goals as spiritual aims, urging listeners to focus on this divine destination.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
December 07 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Appreciate One Another | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 6, 2024 · 13m
The central message is the necessity of replacing the natural tendency toward criticism and accusation with genuine appreciation in all areas of life. The speaker emphasizes that to maintain a 'new covenant life,' one must emulate Jesus's profound appreciation, even for those who are unconverted or who have wronged us. This practice should be applied to spouses, parents, children, and those who serve us, starting with small, consistent acts of gratitude.
17mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Seeing Jesus by Way of the Cross & God's Compassion for the Lonely — David L & Alan T — Dec 01, 2024
CFC Messages · Dec 6, 2024 · 17m
The speaker emphasizes that truly seeing Jesus requires a daily commitment to taking up the cross, meaning choosing God's will over personal desires. He contrasts temporary, spectacular spiritual experiences with the constant, daily discipline of following Christ. The message draws from John 12 and Isaiah 33, urging listeners to remain faithful day after day rather than relying on one-time events.
28mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live -- December 1, 2024
CFC Messages · Dec 4, 2024 · 28m
The message centers on the believer's relationship with Christ, emphasizing that the truth will set the believer free, even when facing trouble. The speaker urges the congregation to dedicate their entire lives—including habits, self-seeking, and misplaced loves—at the altar to Jesus. The core call is to live a life fully yielded to God, recognizing the fleeting nature of earthly life and preparing for Christ's return by being filled with faith.
14mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Jesus Submitted to Authority
Zac Poonen · Dec 2, 2024 · 14m
Zac Poonen teaches that following Jesus begins with foundational practices like knowing Scripture and submitting to authority, using Jesus's hidden years (ages 12-30) as the primary model for discipleship rather than his miraculous ministry. He emphasizes that learning obedience to parents and authority figures is essential, rooted in God's design for all creation, and warns that rebellion against authority—traced back to Satan's original sin—undermines authentic faith and character development.
22mNCCF Church
Wenhai Pan - Marks of Spiritual Maturity
Wenhai Pan · Dec 2, 2024 · 22m
Wenhai Pan teaches that spiritual maturity is the goal of Christian growth, contrasting it with merely having spiritual gifts or talents. Drawing from Colossians 1:28 and the example of young Jesus in Luke 2, he identifies key marks of spiritual maturity including a sense of responsibility for God's work and prioritizing God's kingdom above personal desires. True maturity is measured not by abilities but by one's commitment to grow from spiritual infancy to adulthood in Christ.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
December 02 | Daily Devotion | Gold, Silver, And Precious Stones Or Wood, Hay, And Straw |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 1, 2024 · 9m
The central message is that while salvation is secured by faith in Christ, the quality of one's life's work—not its quantity—will be tested by the fire of Christ's return. Just as wood, hay, and straw burn to ashes, works done apart from Christ will prove worthless, whereas works built on Christ will endure. Believers must live daily to please the Father, focusing on genuine devotion rather than worldly approval or impressive achievements.
59sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Full message: https://youtu.be/tVdl-L3dDBI #running #christ #satisfied #thirsting
CFC Messages · Nov 30, 2024 · 59s
The message warns against spiritual complacency, cautioning against merely 'cooling off' or coasting through life while waiting for Christ's return. True discipleship requires an active, running pursuit of Christ, rather than a passive waiting posture. The speaker emphasizes that believers should be eagerly running to meet Him when He appears.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
November 30 | Daily Devotion | Our Ambition Is To Be Pleasing To Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 29, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that a Christian's ultimate ambition must be to please God alone, both in this life and in eternity. The speaker contrasts those who merely desire to go to heaven with those who are willing to follow Christ daily by denying themselves and taking up the cross. He warns that the opportunity to sacrifice and deny oneself is only available on Earth, making this a critical, non-negotiable commitment for believers.
55mCFC India
Sensitive To The Spirit's Voice | ಆತ್ಮನ ಸ್ವರಕ್ಕೆ ಸೂಕ್ಷ್ಮವಾಗಿರುವುದು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Nov 28, 2024 · 55m
The sermon emphasizes that the Holy Spirit's work is characterized by a deep reverence for God, which is described as a 'fear of the Lord.' The speaker contrasts this with superficial manifestations of the Spirit, arguing that true spiritual sensitivity involves discerning God's will and maintaining a pure heart. Ultimately, the Spirit leads believers to fear God, making them sensitive to spiritual realities, much like a dog tracking a scent.
55mCFC India
How To Love God With All Our Heart | ಪೂರ್ಣ ಹೃದಯದಿಂದ ದೇವರನ್ನು ಹೇಗೆ ಪ್ರೀತಿಸುವುದು? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 27, 2024 · 55m
The sermon emphasizes that true devotion to God stems from loving Him with all your heart, which is the primary condition for receiving God's promises. The speaker cautions against following religious rules or commandments for wrong reasons, such as to avoid sin or gain worldly blessings, arguing that such adherence keeps one under the law rather than in the New Covenant. Instead, the focus must be on the *reason* for obedience, which should be love for the Lord.
56mCFC India
No Partiality With God | ದೇವರಲ್ಲಿ ಪಕ್ಷಪಾತವಿಲ್ಲ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Nov 27, 2024 · 56m
The central message is that God shows no partiality, treating everyone according to the same divine laws. True honor comes not from spectacular miracles or visible ministry, but from possessing God's character and humility in one's daily life. Believers should focus on emulating Christ's character and service rather than imitating the ministry or perceived status of other leaders.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
November 25 | Daily Devotion | You Become Spiritual When Your Will Is Crucified | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 24, 2024 · 12m
True spirituality comes not from intellectual understanding (the mind) or emotional fervor (emotions), but from crucifying one's own will. The speaker cautions against being deceived by 'bright ideas' derived from scripture or by overwhelming emotions, emphasizing that genuine spiritual life requires yielding one's will to God. The ultimate measure of spiritual maturity is the willingness to self-deny, mirroring Christ's crucifixion.