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21mZac Poonen - Being a Testimony to Satan about God's goodness
Zac Poonen · Nov 15
24mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 49 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)
Zac Poonen · Nov 15
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 47 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)
Zac Poonen · Nov 15
51mChild Dedication Service - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 14
1h 19m7th November 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Being A Witness For God To Satan - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 7
1h 6mA Challenge to Greater Godliness - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 2
42mZac Poonen - Have The Same Ambition On Earth As You Will Have In Heaven
Zac Poonen · Nov 2
1h 40m31st October 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | A Challenge to Greater Godliness - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31
56mThe Absolute Importance of Submission to Authority - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 27
48mBringing Up Our Children Aright -- Zac Poonen -- October 24, 2021
Zac Poonen · Oct 25
1h 11mA Healthy Husband-Wife Relationship -- Zac Poonen -- October 24, 2021
Zac Poonen · Oct 25
1h 31m24th October 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | The Most Important Commandment of God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 24
21mQualities of a Godly Elder -- Zac Poonen -- October 10, 2021
Zac Poonen · Oct 11
6mA Higher Calling For Our Children - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 11
1h 1mDon't Give to God That Which Costs You Nothing - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 11
56mThe Absolute Importance of Submission to Authority -- Zac Poonen -- October 10, 2021
Zac Poonen · Oct 11
1h 28m3rd October 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Don't Let Past Failures Discourage You - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 3
1h 1mDon't Give to God That Which Costs You Nothing -- Zac Poonen -- September 26, 2021
Zac Poonen · Sep 29
1h 18mLiving A Balanced Christian Life | Living in Overcoming Life | Zac Poonen | Tamil
Zac Poonen · Sep 28
1h 18mHumility Helps Us to Be Ready to Meet the Lord | Living in Overcoming Life | Zac Poonen | Tamil
Zac Poonen · Sep 27
56mDon't Let Past Failures Discourage You -- Zac Poonen -- September 19, 2021
Zac Poonen · Sep 20
1h 0mElders: You Should Lead Your People Into the New Covenant -- Zac Poonen -- September 18, 2021
Zac Poonen · Sep 19
1h 10mOvercoming by Trusting the Lord | Living in Overcoming Life | Zac Poonen | Tamil
Zac Poonen · Sep 17
1h 11m5th September 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Seek To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 5
August 5 | Daily Devotion | Idolatry Is Spiritual Adultery | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Zac Poonen teaches that idolatry constitutes spiritual adultery against God, drawing a parallel between unfaithfulness in marriage and unfaithfulness in our devotion to God. The message calls believers to recognize idolatry in their lives and turn from it in repentance to restore their relationship with God.
21mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Being a Testimony to Satan about God's goodness
Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2021 · 21m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be consistent witnesses of Christ's life in all areas, even when no one is watching. The speaker emphasizes that this deep witness is even required toward 'satanic powers,' suggesting a constant demonstration of Christ's life. He concludes by advising believers to find a balance in understanding God's nature—neither superficial happiness nor constant guilt—but rather recognizing God as a loving Father who guides us toward perfection.
24mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 49 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)
Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2021 · 24m
The speaker analyzes passages from Matthew 12 and 2 Peter 2, warning that abandoning the truth after knowing it can lead to a worse spiritual state than never knowing it. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires prioritizing spiritual relationships with God's will over even earthly family ties, citing Jesus' declaration that those who do the will of the Father are his true family. The message concludes by advising believers to seek fellowship with wholehearted, radical disciples.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 47 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)
Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2021 · 25m
The sermon emphasizes that the ultimate calling is to make disciples, following Jesus' command to teach others everything he commanded. The speaker contrasts two passages regarding those who are not with Jesus: in one context, those merely casting out demons were not to be hindered, but in the context of the church's mission, those who are not wholeheartedly gathering with the disciples are actively against the Lord. The core message is that the church's focus must remain on discipleship, not just ministry activity.
51mCFC Bangalore Live
Child Dedication Service - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 14, 2021 · 51m
The message emphasizes that children are a gift from God and that parents have a vital role in raising them in a god-fearing way. Drawing from Proverbs 22:6, the speaker stresses that parents must actively train their children in God's ways from the earliest age, starting with teaching obedience and the meaning of 'no.' Furthermore, the speaker advises that mothers, who are often at home, play a crucial role in enforcing these godly disciplines within the family.
1h 19mCFC Bangalore Live
7th November 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Being A Witness For God To Satan - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 7, 2021 · 1h 19m
The speaker discusses the unique nature of ministry in the New Covenant, noting that unlike the Old Testament prophets who often worked in isolation, the New Testament shows Jesus sending out people in pairs. He uses the example of Peter and John, and Paul and Barnabas, to illustrate that the Holy Spirit enables people to work together harmoniously, which was impossible in the past due to human nature and lack of understanding of grace.
1h 6mCFC India
A Challenge to Greater Godliness - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 2, 2021 · 1h 6m
The central message is that every Christian is called to be a witness to what the Lord has done in their lives, regardless of natural gifting. The speaker urges listeners not to be complacent, comparing a lukewarm Christian life to a beautiful house without electricity. To truly live out their faith, believers must be filled with the Holy Spirit to overcome shyness and seize every opportunity to share the gospel, especially with their immediate family.
42mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Have The Same Ambition On Earth As You Will Have In Heaven
Zac Poonen · Nov 2, 2021 · 42m
The central message is that Christian ambition must mirror the desire to please God, not to impress people with knowledge or ministry success. The speaker emphasizes that true understanding of the New Covenant moves beyond mere intellectual knowledge (the 'holy place') into the spirit, where God dwells. Ultimately, one's deepest ambition should be to live in a way that earns the affirmation, "I'm well pleased with you," from the Father.
1h 40mCFC Bangalore Live
31st October 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | A Challenge to Greater Godliness - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31, 2021 · 1h 40m
The message encourages the congregation to hear the Lord's call to walk with Him in a deeper, closer manner, referencing John's vision on Patmos. It emphasizes that while not everyone is called to preach or evangelize, all Christians are called to be witnesses of what the Lord has done in them, empowered by the Holy Spirit.
56mCFC India
The Absolute Importance of Submission to Authority - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 27, 2021 · 56m
The sermon emphasizes two core principles God uses to run the universe: sacrifice and submission to authority. Sacrifice requires giving up what costs you something, exemplified by Abraham and Jesus. Submission to authority means consistently yielding your own will to the will of God, regardless of convenience, which is presented as the secret to the most perfect life. The speaker encourages listeners to apply this principle to every area of life, including forgiving others.
48mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Bringing Up Our Children Aright -- Zac Poonen -- October 24, 2021
Zac Poonen · Oct 25, 2021 · 48m
The speaker discusses the importance of setting a good example in marriage, particularly for raising children, as children learn primarily through observation. He emphasizes that parents must be strict and teach obedience and respect from an early age, noting that good parenting habits are more crucial than religious affiliation. The message concludes by citing Proverbs 22:6, stressing that parents must actively train their children in the right way, as this is a law like gravity.
1h 11mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Healthy Husband-Wife Relationship -- Zac Poonen -- October 24, 2021
Zac Poonen · Oct 25, 2021 · 1h 11m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian life goes beyond merely confessing sins (1 John 1:9) to actively walking in the manner of Jesus (1 John 2:6). The speaker warns that many believers are more concerned with avoiding physical death than spiritual death, comparing this lack of vigilance to a failure to learn basic life skills. Ultimately, he stresses that the foundation of the Christian life must be built on prioritizing Christ above all worldly concerns, as exemplified by Jesus' prayer for His devoted disciples.
1h 31mCFC Bangalore Live
24th October 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | The Most Important Commandment of God - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 24, 2021 · 1h 31m
The central message revolves around identifying the most important commandment, which Jesus taught is to love the Lord God with all one's heart, soul, and mind. The speaker emphasizes that Christian life requires setting God's kingdom and love as the absolute first priority, which should guide all other aspects of life, including church attendance. He cautions that merely attending for sermons is insufficient, as Jesus came for fellowship and building up the local church body.
21mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Qualities of a Godly Elder -- Zac Poonen -- October 10, 2021
Zac Poonen · Oct 11, 2021 · 21m
The speaker emphasizes that the New Covenant church is defined by living under Jesus Christ through the Bible, not by following old covenant practices or the teachings of men. He stresses that the church is the people, not a building, and that leadership in the New Covenant is communal, requiring multiple appointed elders rather than a single pastor. The qualifications for an elder include having a good testimony, being a man of one wife, and having children who love the Lord.
6mCFC India
A Higher Calling For Our Children - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 11, 2021 · 6m
The speaker contrasts the earthly focus of the 'old covenant' with the heavenly focus of the 'new covenant' church. He uses the examples of John the Baptist and the promise to Zacharias to illustrate that true greatness is measured by the Lord, not by worldly success or recognition. Therefore, parents should pray that their children desire to be great in the sight of the Lord rather than being great in the eyes of the world.
1h 1mCFC India
Don't Give to God That Which Costs You Nothing - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 11, 2021 · 1h 1m
The sermon warns believers against giving God what costs them nothing, drawing parallels from Malachi's critique of Israel's poor offerings. The speaker cautions that Christians must avoid a laid-back attitude, believing that mere acceptance of Christ negates the need for costly devotion. True worship requires giving the best, as God rejects cheap or worthless sacrifices.
56mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Absolute Importance of Submission to Authority -- Zac Poonen -- October 10, 2021
Zac Poonen · Oct 11, 2021 · 56m
The speaker discusses two core principles governing the universe: sacrifice and submission to authority. He emphasizes that true sacrifice, like that of Christ, must cost something, and that the most perfect life, exemplified by Jesus, was one of complete submission to the Father's will, regardless of convenience. This principle requires believers to continually yield their own will to God's will in every area of life.
1h 28mCFC Bangalore Live
3rd October 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Don't Let Past Failures Discourage You - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 3, 2021 · 1h 28m
The message encourages believers not to let past failures discourage them, drawing parallels between parental disappointment and God's desire for spiritual maturity. The core message is to press on toward perfection, maintaining the standard of faith already attained, rather than dwelling on past shortcomings. This requires a commitment to growth and maturity in the Christian life.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Don't Give to God That Which Costs You Nothing -- Zac Poonen -- September 26, 2021
Zac Poonen · Sep 29, 2021 · 1h 1m
The sermon uses Malachi's critique of Israel's poor offerings to warn Christians against giving God what costs them nothing. The speaker argues that accepting Christ and making small, easy offerings can lead to a dangerous complacency, suggesting that true devotion requires giving sacrifices that represent a genuine cost or sacrifice. The message concludes with the promise that God's name will be great through a people who offer pure, acceptable worship.
1h 18mCFC India
Living A Balanced Christian Life | Living in Overcoming Life | Zac Poonen | Tamil
Zac Poonen · Sep 28, 2021 · 1h 18m
The sermon emphasizes that a balanced Christian life requires meditating on God's word day and night, allowing the teachings to take deep root. True understanding of the 'glory of God' involves balancing grace and truth, as seen in the relationship between kindness and severity. This balance must be reflected in personal life, parenting, and church leadership to prevent decline.
1h 18mCFC India
Humility Helps Us to Be Ready to Meet the Lord | Living in Overcoming Life | Zac Poonen | Tamil
Zac Poonen · Sep 27, 2021 · 1h 18m
The speaker emphasizes that humility is crucial for being prepared to meet the Lord. The message suggests that true readiness comes from a humble heart, implying that arrogance or self-sufficiency hinders one's spiritual preparedness for divine encounter.
56mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Don't Let Past Failures Discourage You -- Zac Poonen -- September 19, 2021
Zac Poonen · Sep 20, 2021 · 56m
The central message is that Christians should never become discouraged by past failures but must instead press on toward maturity and perfection in their faith. Drawing from Philippians 3, the speaker emphasizes that acknowledging imperfection is only the first step; the crucial action is to maintain a passionate commitment to growth, much like a student aiming for a high degree. This attitude requires embracing correction from others as a gift, viewing it as guidance toward Christlikeness.
1h 0mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Elders: You Should Lead Your People Into the New Covenant -- Zac Poonen -- September 18, 2021
Zac Poonen · Sep 19, 2021 · 1h 0m
The speaker emphasizes that claiming to be a 'new covenant church' requires understanding its core implication: the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, which was unprecedented under the old covenant. He warns against counterfeits, such as those taught in some charismatic circles, and stresses that true assurance of salvation and the Spirit's work must come from a personal, undeniable witness from God. Furthermore, he distinguishes between the initial filling, continuous experience, and the lifelong process of growing into Christ's likeness, urging leaders to maintain a constant dependence on God.
1h 10mCFC India
Overcoming by Trusting the Lord | Living in Overcoming Life | Zac Poonen | Tamil
Zac Poonen · Sep 17, 2021 · 1h 10m
The speaker critiques modern church culture for prioritizing superficial aspects like size and perceived 'best' amenities over genuine devotion to God's Word. He emphasizes that true spirituality requires a constant pursuit of Christ, not just adherence to tradition or location. The core message centers on overcoming through humility, citing Jesus's example of humbling himself to the lowest point, which ultimately led to exaltation.
1h 11mCFC Bangalore Live
5th September 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Seek To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 5, 2021 · 1h 11m
The message emphasizes the necessity of being filled with the Holy Spirit, noting that this power from on high is essential for living the Christian life, echoing Jesus' own ministry. The speaker also cautions against basing church affiliation on convenience or size, pointing out that Jesus' ministry was not defined by large crowds but by divine power.