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10mNovember 19 | Daily Devotion | Have the Tongue of a Disciple | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 18
11mNovember 18 | Daily Devotion | Let the Word of God Abide In You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17
1m#heaven #unhindered #completetrust #santoshpoonen #rlcfFull message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00
Santosh Poonen · Nov 17
53s#walkbyfaith #santoshpoonen #rlcfFull message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00
Santosh Poonen · Nov 17
1m#jesus #example #uncertainty #santoshpoonen #rlcf Full message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16
53sFull message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00 2Corinth. 5:7 #faith #growing #trust #santoshpoonen #rlcf
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16
14mNovember 17 | Daily Devotion | Delight to Hear the Word of Righteousness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 16
39sFull message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00 #faith #growing #santoshpoonen #rlcf
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16
56sFull message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00 Psalm 105:19 #testing #santoshpoonen #rlcf
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16
1m#holyspirit #follow #santoshpoonen #rlcf Full message at: https://youtu.be/al-jQeR9dCQ
Santosh Poonen · Nov 15
9mNovember 16 | Daily Devotion | Don't Become Dull of Hearing | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 15
12mBear One Another’s Burdens & Thirsting for Jesus Alone — David B & Chetan C — November 10, 2024
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Nov 15
16mYou Want Blessing Or More Blessing? - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 15
1h 14mSome Practical Instructions For A Godly Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 15
2m 34sTrue Spiritual Progress - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 15
13mNovember 15 | Daily Devotion | Learn Obedience Through Sufferings | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 14
15mSeek To Have A Shepherd's Heart In The Church - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 14
9mOur Vision (CFC)
CFC India - Zac Poonen · Nov 13
10mNovember 13 | Daily Devotion | Seeking to Live a God-Centered Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 12
51mZac Poonen - Marriage and Family Q&A
Zac Poonen · Nov 12
12mNovember 12 | Daily Devotion | Setting Our Minds on God’s Interests | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 11
11mNovember 11 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Must Be Revealed in Our Hearts | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 10
12mNovember 10 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Overcame | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 9
11mNovember 09 |Daily Devotion |Persecution is Mandatory Subject In the School of Godliness |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 8
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
November 19 | Daily Devotion | Have the Tongue of a Disciple | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 18, 2024 · 10m
The message emphasizes the importance of developing the 'tongue of a disciple,' drawing lessons from Isaiah 50:4-10, which describes how Jesus lived. Key aspects include maintaining a disciplined tongue, being obedient to God's word even through suffering, and relying on God as one's advocate. The speaker urges listeners to meditate on these verses to achieve maturity, become a blessing to others, and overcome the evil one by allowing the word of God to abide in them.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
November 18 | Daily Devotion | Let the Word of God Abide In You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2024 · 11m
The message outlines three stages of spiritual growth, drawing from 1 John 2:12-14: little children, young men, and fathers. Little children rejoice in forgiveness and knowing God as a Father, while young men are characterized by zeal and the ability to overcome evil through the Word of God abiding in them. The speaker strongly emphasizes that true maturity requires diligent, disciplined study of scripture, citing Jesus's early learning as an example, and urges listeners to prioritize deep scriptural knowledge over other ministries.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
#heaven #unhindered #completetrust #santoshpoonen #rlcfFull message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00
Santosh Poonen · Nov 17, 2024 · 1m
The speaker shares a personal evolution in understanding Heaven, moving beyond the common imagery of a pain-free paradise. For him, true Heaven is defined by the state where God possesses his entire being, unhindered by anything else. He emphasizes that this complete surrender is the ultimate goal of spiritual growth.
53sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
#walkbyfaith #santoshpoonen #rlcfFull message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00
Santosh Poonen · Nov 17, 2024 · 53s
The central message is that Christian life requires walking by faith rather than relying on what is visible or understood. The speaker emphasizes that this journey involves continually trusting God, even when circumstances are overwhelming or when God's plans are unclear. Faith is presented as a continuous act of holding onto Christ's hand.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
#jesus #example #uncertainty #santoshpoonen #rlcf Full message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16, 2024 · 1m
The speaker uses Jesus's life and crucifixion as an example to address the importance of faith, particularly in times of uncertainty. He highlights that Jesus's suffering and unanswered questions point to a need for someone who will trust God from beginning to end. The core message is an invitation to listen to Jesus's example and trust Him for salvation.
53sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Full message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00 2Corinth. 5:7 #faith #growing #trust #santoshpoonen #rlcf
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16, 2024 · 53s
The speaker shares his personal journey of faith, noting a shift from needing constant explanation to trusting God's unseen guidance. He emphasizes that true spiritual growth involves placing confidence not in what one can see or understand, but in God's hand. The core message is that God now requires trust rather than detailed explanations.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
November 17 | Daily Devotion | Delight to Hear the Word of Righteousness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 16, 2024 · 14m
The speaker urges the audience to move beyond basic teachings, comparing spiritual understanding to a baby who only drinks milk. True spiritual maturity requires consistently consuming the 'word of righteousness'—the 'solid food'—which involves confronting difficult truths like denying oneself and forsaking the world. This consistent diet trains one's senses to discern good from evil, a mark of maturity that prevents spiritual harm.
39sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Full message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00 #faith #growing #santoshpoonen #rlcf
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16, 2024 · 39s
True growth in faith means becoming less reliant on one's own senses, intellect, or ability to understand circumstances. Instead of depending on what one can see or hear, growing faith requires a deeper trust in God's leading. This process involves God intentionally obscuring things from us to foster greater dependence on Him.
56sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Full message: https://youtu.be/rnHlU7amw00 Psalm 105:19 #testing #santoshpoonen #rlcf
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16, 2024 · 56s
God's ultimate plan for believers is to conform them into the image of Jesus Christ, which is presented as a divine promise. This process of conformity will inevitably involve testing, as God's word will test the believer to prove their genuine faith. The speaker emphasizes that full conformity to Christ's image requires complete commitment.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
#holyspirit #follow #santoshpoonen #rlcf Full message at: https://youtu.be/al-jQeR9dCQ
Santosh Poonen · Nov 15, 2024 · 1m
The central message is that being filled with the Holy Spirit is not the end goal, but rather the beginning of a life of following the Spirit's guidance. The speaker warns that many people mistakenly believe that experiencing an outpouring of the Spirit is the pinnacle, and the easiest way to lose that anointing is by failing to follow where the Spirit leads them.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
November 16 | Daily Devotion | Don't Become Dull of Hearing | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2024 · 9m
The central message warns against becoming dull of hearing, which the speaker equates to only wanting to hear comfortable, encouraging messages. True spiritual growth, and learning obedience, comes from areas of suffering and self-denial, not just easy obedience. The speaker urges listeners to cultivate a daily discipline of reading scripture personally, comparing it to the Israelites needing to gather manna every morning for survival.
12mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Bear One Another’s Burdens & Thirsting for Jesus Alone — David B & Chetan C — November 10, 2024
CFC Messages · Nov 15, 2024 · 12m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of longsuffering, drawing parallels between God's patience with humanity (like with Judas) and the Christian call to bear one another's burdens. He cites Galatians 6:2, noting that failing to help a brother or sister through their struggles is a form of self-deception. Ultimately, the message calls the congregation to adopt the humble, Christ-like attitude to achieve unity, which brings glory to God.
16mCFC India
You Want Blessing Or More Blessing? - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2024 · 16m
The speaker emphasizes that while it is natural to always want to receive, true spiritual fulfillment comes from giving. Drawing from Paul's example in Ephesus and Jesus' teaching, he stresses that it is more blessed to give than to receive. To receive more from God, believers must first develop the habit of giving what they have been blessed with, whether it is spiritual knowledge or practical wisdom.
1h 14mCFC India
Some Practical Instructions For A Godly Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2024 · 1h 14m
The speaker emphasizes that a godly life requires constant vigilance, as standards of faith tend to lower over time, necessitating continuous teaching. He draws from Acts 20, noting that Paul focused on how he lived among the elders rather than just what he preached, emphasizing selfless living and the blessing of giving. Ultimately, the message warns against the insatiable desires of things like the grave, the barren womb, the earth, and fire, urging a focus on giving rather than receiving.
2m 34sCFC India
True Spiritual Progress - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2024 · 2m 34s
True spiritual progress is defined by prioritizing others before oneself, echoing the principle of 'Jesus first, others next, yourself last.' The speaker emphasizes that Christian leaders and members have a responsibility to guide and protect the younger members of the church, especially those who lack godly parental guidance. He also cautions against joining the church solely for the benefit of one's children, stressing selfless giving.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
November 15 | Daily Devotion | Learn Obedience Through Sufferings | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 14, 2024 · 13m
The message emphasizes that true spiritual maturity and understanding come from learning obedience through suffering, drawing parallels from Jesus' life. The speaker warns that merely performing easy acts of piety, like attending church, does not equate to deep spiritual growth; genuine learning occurs in areas requiring self-denial and suffering. Therefore, to truly grow, one must embrace the difficult obedience that involves sacrifice.
15mCFC India
Seek To Have A Shepherd's Heart In The Church - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 14, 2024 · 15m
The central message is that Christian life requires having the heart of a shepherd—a deep, active care for the needs of others, rather than focusing on personal comfort or status. Jesus felt compassion for the crowds, and this compassion should motivate believers to serve others, even if it involves inconvenience. True membership is demonstrated by this selfless care and willingness to minister to those in need.
9mCFC India
Our Vision (CFC)
CFC Messages · Nov 13, 2024 · 9m
CFC's core vision is to spread the truths of discipleship—knowing God as Father, walking like Jesus, and relying on the Holy Spirit—to every church group in India. This involves making every member a true disciple who loves Jesus above all else, obeying Christ's commands, and actively engaging in evangelism. The movement emphasizes radical commitment to God over money, adherence to New Covenant standards, and building strong, independent local church fellowships.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
November 13 | Daily Devotion | Seeking to Live a God-Centered Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 12, 2024 · 10m
The central message is that a truly Christian life requires centering one's existence on God's will rather than self-interest. The speaker contrasts the self-centered life, which seeks only personal benefit, with the life of Jesus, who lived entirely to fulfill the will of the Father. Taking up the cross means abandoning self-will to prioritize God's purpose, which is the only way to truly build the church.
51mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Marriage and Family Q&A
Zac Poonen · Nov 12, 2024 · 51m
Zac Poonen addresses questions about teaching children God's Word and spiritual discipline in families, emphasizing that the New Covenant places far greater importance on family life than the Old Testament did. He shares his practical approach of engaging children with Scripture through story Bibles and dinner-time discussions, and stresses strict discipline focused on teaching respect and obedience to parents as foundational to spiritual development. He explains that New Covenant churches must maintain high standards in family life and money matters, prioritizing purity over numerical growth.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
November 12 | Daily Devotion | Setting Our Minds on God’s Interests | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 11, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that a life lived for God's interests, rather than personal desires, is the true path to building the church and fulfilling God's will. The speaker uses examples from scripture, such as Jesus's life and Peter's denial, to illustrate that true devotion requires constant self-examination and prioritizing God's glory above all else. He advises that focusing on God's kingdom first will ensure provision and prevent regret at the end of life.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
November 11 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Must Be Revealed in Our Hearts | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 10, 2024 · 11m
True church life is built not on outward conformity or mere agreement with doctrine, but on having seen Jesus revealed in one's heart. This deep understanding compels believers to live daily by Christ's principles, which involves embracing the daily cross. Hypocrisy, which is merely putting on a front, is condemned by Jesus, and following Him requires accepting the reality of suffering and self-denial.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
November 10 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Overcame | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 9, 2024 · 12m
The speaker urges believers to obey God's commandments because they are for our eternal good, comparing obedience to following a doctor's prescription for a cure. He emphasizes that the promise of sitting with Christ on the throne is an individual achievement, requiring personal struggle and overcoming sin, unlike an honorary award. True discipleship requires actively fighting battles against sin, as Jesus's own victory was an example for us to follow.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
November 09 |Daily Devotion |Persecution is Mandatory Subject In the School of Godliness |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 8, 2024 · 11m
The central message is that living a godly life in Christ will inevitably lead to persecution and unpopularity, which the speaker considers an honor. He uses examples from school, work, and military life to illustrate that choosing God's terms over the world's will result in opposition, but this commitment is necessary for true discipleship. The core challenge is deciding whose terms—the world's or God's—will govern one's life.