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12mNovember 08 | Daily Devotion | Everyone Who Lives Godly Life will be Persecuted | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 7
33mBro. Zac 85th Birthday Celebration
Zac Poonen · Nov 6
10mNovember 05 | Daily Devotion | Living in The Sabbath Rest of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 4
57mZac Poonen - God's Plan for Our Families
Zac Poonen · Nov 4
46mZac Poonen - Husbands with Spiritual Authority
Zac Poonen · Nov 4
47mThe Holy Spirit Makes the Life of Jesus Real in Me -- Ajay Chakravarthy -- November 3, 2024
Ajay Chakravarthy · Nov 4
1h 4m"Born of the Holy Spirit" - Santosh Poonen | Austin CFC | WoF 2024
Santosh Poonen · Nov 3
14mNovember 01 | Daily Devotion | Eternal Life is to Know God, not His Actions | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31
11mOctober 31 | Daily Devotion | Your Hidden Life Is More Important Than Your Visible Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 30
4m 23sA Soul Who Would Be Like the Master — RLCF Praise Live — October 27, 2024
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 30
1h 1mZac Poonen - Marks of the True Bride of Christ
Zac Poonen · Oct 28
11mOctober 29 | Daily Devotion | Genuine Concern for the Welfare of Others | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 28
56mYou Have Only One Life - Make the Most of It for God — Santosh Poonen — October 27, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
32mCharles G Trumbull (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - October 27, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
38mIva Durham Vennard (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- April 24, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
33mJohn Hyde (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- November 29, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
42mLilias Trotter (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- October 25, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28
23mAndrew Murray (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- March 17, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 27
54mGerhard Tersteegen (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- July 24, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26
45mChristmas Evans (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- September 28, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26
15mShowing the Same Mercy as the Lord / Knowing Him Who Sits on the Throne — David L/Chetan—Oct.20,2024
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 25
3m 52sBe Thou Supreme O Jesus Christ -- RLCF Praise Live -- October 20, 2024
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 23
15mOctober 19 | Daily Devotion | Family Life is More Important than Ministry | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 18
10mOctober 15 | Daily Devotion | Following In Christ’s Footsteps | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 14
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.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
November 08 | Daily Devotion | Everyone Who Lives Godly Life will be Persecuted | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 7, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that anyone who genuinely desires to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will inevitably face persecution, as stated in 2 Timothy 3:12. The speaker warns against being a 'chameleon' who changes behavior based on the social group, arguing that true commitment to Christ will lead to conflict, even within one's own family. He emphasizes that Jesus came not to bring earthly peace, but a sword, signifying a necessary division for those who take a stand for the Lord.
33mNCCF Church
Bro. Zac 85th Birthday Celebration
Zac Poonen · Nov 6, 2024 · 33m
A birthday celebration for Brother Zac on his 85th birthday, honoring his decades of ministry in upholding biblical standards for the church while balancing discipline with love and personal mentorship. Church members share testimonies of how his uncompromising commitment to God's truth, despite personal cost, has shaped their spiritual lives and families.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
November 05 | Daily Devotion | Living in The Sabbath Rest of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 4, 2024 · 10m
The central message is that true Christian living requires adopting the attitude of helpless dependence upon God, mirroring Christ's life. This means recognizing that our needs are met by God's provision, rather than seeking benefits, security, or personal gain from church or ministry. The speaker emphasizes that spiritual maturity involves shifting focus from what we can receive to how we can serve others.
57mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - God's Plan for Our Families
Zac Poonen · Nov 4, 2024 · 57m
Zac Poonen teaches that the New Covenant emphasizes family life through the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit, which delivers believers from spiritual orphanhood and insecurity. He argues that healthy families require both husband and wife to know God intimately as Father and to be continuously filled with the Holy Spirit, which then naturally produces strong marriages and parenting—more foundational than external practices like family prayer. The true test of being filled with the Spirit is manifested in one's family relationships, not in manifestations like speaking in tongues, and this must be established before any effective ministry in the church can occur.
46mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Husbands with Spiritual Authority
Zac Poonen · Nov 4, 2024 · 46m
Zac Poonen teaches that spiritual authority in marriage and the church flows from personal submission to God's authority, using Jesus and a Roman centurion as examples. A husband exercises godly authority over his home only when he himself is under Christ's authority; rebellion against proper authority is the root of all sin, originating with Lucifer and continuing with Adam and Eve. Without understanding and living this principle of submission, Christian leaders lack God's backing and become either tyrants or compromisers, resulting in shallow faith and disobedient children.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Holy Spirit Makes the Life of Jesus Real in Me -- Ajay Chakravarthy -- November 3, 2024
Ajay Chakravarthy · Nov 4, 2024 · 47m
The speaker uses the analogy of learning to ride a bicycle to illustrate that Christian life requires more than just knowing what to do; it requires divine help to make the teachings real. He emphasizes that the Holy Spirit is necessary to help believers live out what they hear, especially when facing discouragement in various areas of life. Ultimately, he encourages the congregation to trust in God's presence and promises, drawing parallels between being in the womb and living in the current spiritual time, where God's voice is a comforting assurance.
1h 4mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
"Born of the Holy Spirit" - Santosh Poonen | Austin CFC | WoF 2024
Santosh Poonen · Nov 3, 2024 · 1h 4m
The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate goal of Christian teaching and preaching should be pointing people toward seeing Jesus Christ. He urges listeners to prioritize personal time spent seeking God, suggesting prayer should outweigh listening to sermons by a ratio of seven to one. The message concludes by focusing on the Holy Spirit's role as the 'another helper,' whose ministry is to glorify Jesus by revealing all things that belong to Him.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
November 01 | Daily Devotion | Eternal Life is to Know God, not His Actions | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31, 2024 · 14m
The central message is that true eternal life is not merely living forever, but rather knowing God and Jesus Christ intimately, as defined by John 17:3. The speaker uses analogies, such as a newly married couple learning to know each other, to illustrate that knowing God requires deep, continuous relationship and understanding of His ways, moving beyond just observing His actions. Therefore, believers must actively strive to get to know God better and better.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
October 31 | Daily Devotion | Your Hidden Life Is More Important Than Your Visible Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 30, 2024 · 11m
The central message emphasizes that a person's hidden life—their thoughts, attitudes, and motives—is far more important than their visible outward Christian life. Drawing from the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus taught that merely hearing the word is insufficient; true stability comes from obedience, which is built on a deep, unseen foundation. The strength of a life, like a tree or a building, is determined by what is hidden underground, not what is displayed publicly.
4m 23sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Soul Who Would Be Like the Master — RLCF Praise Live — October 27, 2024
CFC Messages · Oct 30, 2024 · 4m 23s
The message emphasizes that to be like the Master, one must emulate His example and word. Jesus' ministry was characterized by powerful preaching, healing, and compassion, often leading to profound, contrite hearts rather than mere applause. Ultimately, His life demonstrated perfect obedience, suffering, and following the Father's will.
1h 1mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Marks of the True Bride of Christ
Zac Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 1h 1m
Zac Poonen teaches that the true bride of Christ is characterized by loyalty and purity, both individually and corporately. He contrasts the faithful bride with Babylon (a harlot system)—those who claim Christ as bridegroom but lack genuine loyalty in their private lives, distracted by worldly pursuits. Poonen emphasizes that consistent Bible reading and alignment with God's ways of thinking, not human ways, are essential marks of a true follower who loves Christ as a devoted bride.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
October 29 | Daily Devotion | Genuine Concern for the Welfare of Others | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 11m
The message emphasizes that true spiritual leadership, exemplified by Timothy, involves a genuine concern for the welfare of others rather than self-promotion. The speaker contrasts this with those who seek personal status or position within the church. He stresses that building the church requires a solid foundation in God's love, a life lived in integrity with God, and a godly home life before ministry can be effectively built upon it.
56mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
You Have Only One Life - Make the Most of It for God — Santosh Poonen — October 27, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 56m
The speaker emphasizes that God's will is revealed solely through Jesus Christ and His Word, not through intermediaries. He strongly warns against the sin of sexual immorality, urging listeners to flee it constantly. The message concludes by encouraging the audience to embrace the calling of discipleship, which requires taking up one's cross, and highlights that the most important focus in life is not on worldly measures of success or luck, but on God's divine plan.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Charles G Trumbull (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) - Santosh Poonen - October 27, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 32m
The message emphasizes that true Christian life requires more than just going through the motions of routine religious observance; it demands a deep passion for God. The speaker uses the life of Charles G. Trumbull to illustrate that the only life that truly wins is the life of Jesus Christ dwelling within the believer. This requires a complete surrender, where the fire of God burns up the entire life, not just providing occasional help or victory in specific sins.
38mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Iva Durham Vennard (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- April 24, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 38m
The video recounts the life of Iva Durham Vennard, detailing her spiritual journey marked by periods of doubt, worldly distraction, and eventual profound surrender to God. Key moments include her initial spiritual awakening at a camp meeting, subsequent struggles with secular influences, and repeated calls to refocus on her relationship with Christ. The narrative emphasizes that God uses failures and disappointments to mold individuals into the people He intends them to be.
33mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
John Hyde (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- November 29, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 33m
The story of John Hyde illustrates that true ministry requires genuine personal experience with the Gospel, not just knowledge. Despite his initial success and ambition, Hyde realized he could not preach the saving power of Christ unless he personally testified to it. His breakthrough came when he surrendered his pride and asked God to fill him with the Holy Spirit, leading to a life of authentic witness.
42mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Lilias Trotter (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- October 25, 2023
Santosh Poonen · Oct 28, 2024 · 42m
The video recounts the life of Lilia Trotter, detailing her initial conflict between her artistic talents and her calling to Christ. Despite the admiration of artists like John Ruskin, Lilia chose to dedicate her life to serving others, first through work with young women in the YWCA, and eventually to missionary work in North Africa. Her life illustrates a profound redirection of purpose from personal ambition to divine service.
23mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Andrew Murray (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- March 17, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Oct 27, 2024 · 23m
The video discusses Andrew Murray, highlighting that his ministry was characterized by a deep desire for followers to know Jesus Christ. Murray's life exemplified a profound reliance on the Holy Spirit, moving beyond mere emotional experience. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual depth often involves a persistent, wrestling prayer life when one feels an inner dissatisfaction despite outward success.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Gerhard Tersteegen (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- July 24, 2024
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 54m
The speaker discusses the life of Gerhard Tersteegen, noting his early withdrawal from business life to seek God in an isolated setting, comparing his experience to the Apostle Paul's time in the Arabian Desert. He outlines four key doctrines emphasized by spiritual revivalists: self-denial, the continuous work of the Holy Spirit, the emptiness of religion based on fear or reward, and the equality of all members in the church. The message stresses that true devotion comes from a life consecrated to God, not from seeking earthly protection or reward.
45mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Christmas Evans (Christian Biographies Adapted for Children) -- Santosh Poonen -- September 28, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Oct 26, 2024 · 45m
The video recounts the life story of Christmas Evans, the 'one-eyed preacher' of Wales. It details his early life, his conversion experience, and the deep passion he developed for studying and proclaiming God's Word. The speaker emphasizes that a genuine desire for knowledge of God, even when difficult, can lead to profound spiritual growth and ministry.
15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Showing the Same Mercy as the Lord / Knowing Him Who Sits on the Throne — David L/Chetan—Oct.20,2024
CFC Messages · Oct 25, 2024 · 15m
The speaker emphasizes that Christian life requires mirroring the mercy shown by God, drawing parallels from Jesus washing the disciples' feet. This goes beyond simply 'paying it forward'; it means acting as an ambassador for Christ, working with God's reconciliation work. The core message is to be merciful to others, even those who are unthankful or evil, because judgment without mercy will be merciless.
3m 52sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Be Thou Supreme O Jesus Christ -- RLCF Praise Live -- October 20, 2024
CFC Messages · Oct 23, 2024 · 3m 52s
This video is a musical worship piece dedicated to Jesus Christ, expressing profound devotion and surrender. The lyrics repeatedly call upon Jesus to be supreme, acknowledging that His love surpasses all earthly comparisons, including human love and religious institutions. The central theme is complete submission to Christ's will.
15mCFC Daily Devotions
October 19 | Daily Devotion | Family Life is More Important than Ministry | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 18, 2024 · 15m
The speaker emphasizes that family life is more important than ministry, advising that time with family should take precedence when a choice must be made. He stresses the need for fathers to spend quality, dedicated time with their children, and for parents to actively teach their children the Word of God at home, not just leaving it to Sunday school. Furthermore, he advises husbands to prioritize cleaving to their wives by leaving excessive attachment to their parents.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
October 15 | Daily Devotion | Following In Christ’s Footsteps | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 14, 2024 · 10m
The central message is that true discipleship requires following Christ's example, which begins with a profound act of self-emptying and humility. The speaker emphasizes that we must learn to become 'nobodies' in our own eyes, allowing God to reduce us to zero so that He can use us mightily. This humility is contrasted with the pride that led Satan to fall, illustrating that God resists the proud, and spiritual victory over sin is achieved through this descent into lowliness.