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51mLaying Hold of That for Which Jesus Laid Hold of Me - Santosh Poonen - October 19, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Oct 20
2h 16m12th October, 2014 - The Holy Spirit Helps The Bride Make Herself Ready - Santhosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Oct 12
1h 15mYouth Conference - 2014: Session - 2 : The Path Of The Righteous - Santhosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Oct 6
46mFaith is What Pleases God - Santosh Poonen - September 21, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Sep 22
49mGod's Purpose in Breaking Us - Santosh Poonen - August 31, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Aug 31
39mThe "Narrow-Minded" Church - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Aug 27
45mBeware of Practicing Your Brokenness Before Men - Santosh Poonen - August 24, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Aug 25
20mThe Path To Perfection - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Aug 20
45mBe a Worshiper - Santosh Poonen - July 30, 2014 (Session 5)
Santosh Poonen · Aug 5
47mBe Rich Towards God - Santosh Poonen - July 29, 2014 (Session 2)
Santosh Poonen · Jul 30
55mPray, Then, In This Way - 3: The Effective Prayer Of The Righteous - Santosh Poonen - July 27, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jul 28
57mPray, Then, In This Way - 2: Pregnant With Prayer - Santosh Poonen - July 13, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jul 15
52mPray, Then, In This Way - 1: From Him, Through Him, To Him - Santosh Poonen - July 6, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jul 7
52mTesting Your Godliness - 3: Love From the Center of Who You Are - Santosh Poonen - June 22, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jun 23
50mTesting Your Godliness - 2: Who is Your Enemy? - Santosh Poonen - June 8, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jun 10
53mSession 3: A Pure Bride for Christ - Santosh Poonen - May 23, 2014
Santosh Poonen · May 24
40mTesting Your Godliness - 1: Love Your Enemy - Santosh Poonen - May 4, 2014
Santosh Poonen · May 5
54mAnything More Than Yes or No is of the Evil One - Santosh Poonen - April 20, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Apr 20
56mTo Present to Thee a Heart of Wisdom - Santosh Poonen - April 6, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Apr 7
54mPower to Overcome - Santosh Poonen - March 16, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Mar 17
1h 1mAfraid? Of What? - Santosh Poonen - February 23, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Feb 24
26m8.Ambassadors - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21
41m7.Love (Part 2) - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21
53m3.Faith (Part 2) - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21
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.
51mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Laying Hold of That for Which Jesus Laid Hold of Me - Santosh Poonen - October 19, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Oct 20, 2014 · 51m
The speaker encourages the congregation to move beyond simply being saved from sin to actively
2h 16mCFC Bangalore Live
12th October, 2014 - The Holy Spirit Helps The Bride Make Herself Ready - Santhosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Oct 12, 2014 · 2h 16m
The speaker uses the historical account of the Hebrew midwives in Exodus to illustrate that fearing God is more important than obeying human authority, even when that authority commands something sinful. The midwives disobeyed Pharaoh's order to kill male babies because they feared God, and as a result, God blessed them.
1h 15mCFC Bangalore Live
Youth Conference - 2014: Session - 2 : The Path Of The Righteous - Santhosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Oct 6, 2014 · 1h 15m
The speaker uses the biblical analogy of the Tree of Life and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil to discuss Christian living. He explains that while God has given us the outline of being made in the image of Jesus, our ongoing sanctification is the process of being filled in to resemble Him. The core message is a warning against the spiritual temptation of knowing what is good and bad without making Jesus Christ preeminent in our lives.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Faith is What Pleases God - Santosh Poonen - September 21, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Sep 22, 2014 · 46m
The central message emphasizes that God sees in secret, contrasting this with the world's tendency to broadcast everything on social media. The speaker argues that true discipleship, like Jesus' life, involves internal, secret obedience rather than only outward, visible acts. Furthermore, the Holy Spirit's primary purpose is not just for gifts, but to guide believers into deeper truths that were not publicly revealed, mirroring Jesus' private life.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God's Purpose in Breaking Us - Santosh Poonen - August 31, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Aug 31, 2014 · 49m
The speaker warns against the danger of making spiritual experiences, such as brokenness or righteousness, into public performances. He draws parallels from church history, noting that zeal can devolve into legalism and outward appearance. Ultimately, he cautions that even deep spiritual work can become ineffective if the goal shifts from pleasing God to gaining recognition from others.
39mCFC India
The "Narrow-Minded" Church - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Aug 27, 2014 · 39m
The speaker distinguishes between earthly and heavenly narrow-mindedness, arguing that true spiritual understanding requires becoming 'zero-minded' by giving up one's own way of thinking to receive God's thoughts. He uses Matthew 7 to contrast the 'narrow gate' leading to life with the 'broad way' leading to destruction, warning believers to discern the true path from false teachings, which he identifies by examining the 'fruit' of the teaching and life.
45mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Beware of Practicing Your Brokenness Before Men - Santosh Poonen - August 24, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Aug 25, 2014 · 45m
The speaker cautions against focusing solely on external religious actions or manifestations, arguing that true Christian life stems from an inner nature. He emphasizes that while external acts are important, they are merely an overflow of a deeply filled inner life, urging listeners to meditate on the internal nature of Christ rather than just His visible deeds. The core message is the necessity of cultivating this inner life, which is more crucial than any specific external performance.
20mCFC India
The Path To Perfection - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Aug 20, 2014 · 20m
The speaker explores the book of Hebrews, noting its systematic exaltation of Jesus Christ as the forerunner into the new covenant. He emphasizes that the greatest pursuit in Christian life is Jesus himself, rather than other spiritual gifts or knowledge. The book builds to the conclusion that the most precious reality is the body of Christ—the local church—where believers find the presence of Jesus.
45mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingBe a Worshiper - Santosh Poonen - July 30, 2014 (Session 5)
Santosh Poonen · Aug 5, 2014 · 45m
This session focuses on the concept of being a true worshiper. The message emphasizes that worship is not merely an activity but a lifestyle that should permeate every aspect of the believer's life. It encourages the audience to live in a constant state of worship before God.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Be Rich Towards God - Santosh Poonen - July 29, 2014 (Session 2)
Santosh Poonen · Jul 30, 2014 · 47m
The speaker emphasizes that Jesus Christ must have preeminence—superiority and priority—in every aspect of a believer's life. He argues that if Christ is not preeminent, the believer is wasting their Christian life. The message introduces
55mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Pray, Then, In This Way - 3: The Effective Prayer Of The Righteous - Santosh Poonen - July 27, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jul 28, 2014 · 55m
The core message is that effective prayer must originate from God's breath, making it a communion with Him rather than merely expressing human need. To ensure prayers are answered, one must seek God's guidance first, rather than being driven solely by desperation or need. True prayer requires forsaking outward displays of piety and instead yielding to the Holy Spirit's prompting.
57mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Pray, Then, In This Way - 2: Pregnant With Prayer - Santosh Poonen - July 13, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jul 15, 2014 · 57m
The central message is that effective prayer must originate from God's word and will, rather than merely being a litany of requests. The speaker emphasizes that true prayer is communion with God, flowing from His breath through His Spirit dwelling in us and back to Him. He contrasts the long, unanswered prayers of the prophets of Baal with Elijah's brief, focused prayer, illustrating that God responds to alignment with His will, not the sheer volume or dramatic nature of the effort.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Pray, Then, In This Way - 1: From Him, Through Him, To Him - Santosh Poonen - July 6, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jul 7, 2014 · 52m
The sermon emphasizes that the condition of a church can be accurately gauged by the fervor of its prayer meetings, quoting Charles Spurgeon to stress that God's presence requires diligent prayer. The speaker encourages the congregation to commit to attending the scheduled prayer meetings, warning that spiritual neglect in prayer is a primary sign of God's absence. Finally, he directs the listeners to pray privately, as Jesus taught, rather than praying publicly for recognition.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Testing Your Godliness - 3: Love From the Center of Who You Are - Santosh Poonen - June 22, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jun 23, 2014 · 52m
The central message is that the true test of godliness is the depth and nature of our love, which must be rooted in the understanding that God Himself is love. The speaker emphasizes that this divine love is an unchangeable nature, not merely a feeling. He concludes by stating that the ultimate test of our love is our ability to love our enemies, which requires a divine love that surpasses human capacity.
50mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Testing Your Godliness - 2: Who is Your Enemy? - Santosh Poonen - June 8, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jun 10, 2014 · 50m
The sermon explores the depth of knowing God, arguing that true knowledge comes not just from knowing His works or reading His word, but from experiencing Him through Jesus Christ. Jesus' teachings, particularly in Matthew 5, shift the standard from the letter of the law to the heart of God's love, exemplified by loving enemies. The speaker cautions against merely 'working for Christ' based on personal fancies, emphasizing that all Christian service must originate from the Sovereign will and command of the Lord.
53mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingSession 3: A Pure Bride for Christ - Santosh Poonen - May 23, 2014
Santosh Poonen · May 24, 2014 · 53m
This session focuses on the concept of being a pure bride for Christ. The message emphasizes the believer's calling to holiness and preparation for Christ's return. It speaks to the need for a dedicated life focused on Christ's glory.
40mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Testing Your Godliness - 1: Love Your Enemy - Santosh Poonen - May 4, 2014
Santosh Poonen · May 5, 2014 · 40m
The speaker emphasizes that true godliness is measured not by programs or activities, but by a deep, increasing love for God and for fellow believers. He argues that a genuine love for God is demonstrated through loving one's spouse, children, and church community self-sacrificially. The message warns against treating Christ or the church as a 'project' or a cause to be promoted, stressing instead that obedience must originate from the Lord's sovereign will.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Anything More Than Yes or No is of the Evil One - Santosh Poonen - April 20, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Apr 20, 2014 · 54m
Jesus teaches that oaths are unnecessary because one's statement should simply be 'yes' or 'no,' as anything beyond these two words belongs to the evil one. This principle restores the original standard of God's law, emphasizing that the command to love and not lust or get angry is not a new standard but a return to what God always intended for humanity. Jesus' words correct loopholes that people had used in the law to excuse sin.
56mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
To Present to Thee a Heart of Wisdom - Santosh Poonen - April 6, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Apr 7, 2014 · 56m
The speaker encourages the audience to live mindful of the shortness of life, drawing from Psalm 90, and to seek a heart of wisdom from God. He emphasizes that our legacy should not be based on our skills or achievements, but rather on our relationship with Jesus, who was filled with the Holy Spirit and used that power to do good. The core message is to live intentionally to present a life pleasing to God.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Power to Overcome - Santosh Poonen - March 16, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Mar 17, 2014 · 54m
The central message is the necessity of being an 'overcomer,' a theme repeated throughout Revelation to the seven churches. The speaker emphasizes that overcoming is not a one-time event but a continuous process of perseverance in faith. This overcoming leads to eternal rewards, such as eating from the Tree of Life and receiving eternal life with Christ.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Afraid? Of What? - Santosh Poonen - February 23, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Feb 24, 2014 · 1h 1m
Jesus contrasts the blessings of the Old Covenant with the blessings of the New Covenant, emphasizing that true fortune comes from being poor in spirit, mourning, meekness, and hunger for righteousness. Specifically, the speaker highlights that being persecuted for the sake of righteousness is a sign of great fortune, a concept that reverses the old understanding of earthly prosperity as God's favor.
26mCFC India
8.Ambassadors - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21, 2014 · 26m
The sermon emphasizes that Christians must move beyond being superficial, 'cardboard cutouts' to become 'three-dimensional' believers. This depth is achieved by diligently cultivating faith, hope, and love, which build like a crescendo. By actively pursuing these virtues, believers will serve God's purpose in their generation and achieve an abundant entrance into the eternal kingdom.
41mCFC India
7.Love (Part 2) - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21, 2014 · 41m
The speaker emphasizes that love is a discipline toward God, drawing a parallel between Newton's third law of motion and spiritual life. He argues that the depth of one's love for God is proportional to the magnitude of sin one has been forgiven. True love, therefore, is the equal and opposite reaction to the grace received through forgiveness.
53mCFC India
3.Faith (Part 2) - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21, 2014 · 53m
Faith is fundamentally defined as dependence on God, enabling us to face seemingly impossible situations through Him. The speaker emphasizes that just as a building requires a strong, unseen foundation, our spiritual life must prioritize foundational elements like reading God's word, fellowship, and prayer over visible ministries. He outlines five faith foundations, starting with the affirmation that God is who He says He is, which must be maintained in daily life, not just on Sunday.