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1h 1m2.Authority And Respect - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 17
25mThrough The Bible - Tamil - 24 (Isaiah - 1) by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27
51mThrough The Bible - Tamil - 23 (Song Of Solomon) by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27
50mThrough The Bible - Tamil - 22 (Ecclesiastes) by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27
55mThe True Mark of Spirituality - Zac Poonen - August 5, 2012
Zac Poonen · Aug 5
1h 1mJesus Destroyed the Works of Satan - Zac Poonen - August 1, 2012
Zac Poonen · Aug 2
57mRecognizing That God Knows Best by Zac Poonen (Tamil)
Zac Poonen · Jul 29
1h 5mDiscipleship And The New Covenant - Zac Poonen (15 July 2012)
Zac Poonen · Jul 25
58m01.Understanding God's Full Purpose - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
57m05.Jesus - Totally God And Totally Man - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
56m07.Being Protected From Deception, Ourselves - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
56mThree Radical Prophets - 3) Moses - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
57mThree Radical Prophets - 2) Elijah - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
26m02.Free Will And Conscience - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
27m09.How Man Fell Into Sin - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
26m10.God's Provision For Man's Failure - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
26m14.Keeping The Tenth Commandment - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
27m17.The Reality Of Final Judgement - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
26m01.The Root Causes Of Evil - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
27m23.Renewal Through God's Word - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
26m31.Jesus Is Our Forerunner - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
27m36.The Terms Of The New Covenant - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
27m38.Faith Claims God's Promises - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
27m52.The Fear Of God - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24
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.
1h 1mCFC India
transcribing2.Authority And Respect - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 17, 2012 · 1h 1m
This message addresses the importance of maintaining a balance between truth and authority. It likely discusses how believers should approach authority figures while remaining grounded in biblical truth, ensuring that respect does not compromise doctrinal integrity.
25mCFC India
Through The Bible - Tamil - 24 (Isaiah - 1) by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27, 2012 · 25m
The speaker introduces the book of Isaiah, noting its structure and key prophecies concerning judgment and comfort, particularly referencing Isaiah 6 and chapter 53. He contrasts the uncompromising truth of prophets like Isaiah with modern preaching, arguing that true prophets speak God's difficult truth rather than comforting lies. The message emphasizes that God's people, like Judah in Isaiah's time, can sink to a low level of spiritual understanding, and that prayer is ineffective without a clear conscience and confession of sin.
51mCFC India
Through The Bible - Tamil - 23 (Song Of Solomon) by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27, 2012 · 51m
The speaker discusses the Song of Solomon, arguing that it has a correct biblical message often misunderstood due to cultural influences like cinema. He emphasizes that sexual union is good and created by God for marriage, contrasting this with worldly views. Furthermore, he stresses that true love, both in marriage and in our relationship with Christ, must be selfless, drawing a distinction between human infatuation and divine, motherly love.
50mCFC India
Through The Bible - Tamil - 22 (Ecclesiastes) by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27, 2012 · 50m
The speaker analyzes Ecclesiastes, arguing that it showcases the limits of human wisdom, even that of Solomon, demonstrating that worldly pursuits—knowledge, pleasure, and labor—are ultimately vanity. True wisdom, conversely, is revealed by God to the humble, contrasting with the cleverness of the world. The ultimate conclusion drawn from the book is that one must fear God and keep His commandments, as this is the only lasting fulfillment.
55mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The True Mark of Spirituality - Zac Poonen - August 5, 2012
Zac Poonen · Aug 5, 2012 · 55m
The central message is that the greatest danger to believers is self-deception, which can lead one to believe falsehoods about their spiritual state, even when God allows it. To escape this deception, one must actively love the truth by honestly acknowledging sin—calling it by its worst name—and by humbly submitting to any truth revealed in Scripture that contradicts one's previous understanding.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Jesus Destroyed the Works of Satan - Zac Poonen - August 1, 2012
Zac Poonen · Aug 2, 2012 · 1h 1m
Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil, which include the wrong concepts and ideas about God and Christianity that we absorb from the world. The speaker repeatedly challenges common interpretations of scripture, such as those concerning anger or speech, by asking, "Has God really said...?" He argues that doubting God's word, like Eve did, is the root of sin, and that true understanding requires recognizing the devil's subtle lies.
57mCFC India
transcribingRecognizing That God Knows Best by Zac Poonen (Tamil)
Zac Poonen · Jul 29, 2012 · 57m
The sermon emphasizes the need to trust God's perfect knowledge and plan, even when human understanding suggests otherwise. It encourages believers to surrender their own limited perspectives and accept God's divine wisdom in all aspects of life. Ultimately, the message calls for complete reliance on God's sovereignty.
1h 5mCFC India
Discipleship And The New Covenant - Zac Poonen (15 July 2012)
Zac Poonen · Jul 25, 2012 · 1h 5m
The speaker emphasizes that the Great Commission requires two parts: preaching the gospel (Mark 16:15) and making disciples (Matthew 28:19-20). True discipleship involves more than just accepting Christ; it requires loving Jesus above all else, denying oneself daily, and prioritizing Christ over possessions. Furthermore, disciples must be taught to live by every command of Christ, including loving enemies and practicing radical obedience, rather than just hearing about salvation.
58mCFC India
transcribing01.Understanding God's Full Purpose - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 58m
This message addresses what the modern church might be missing in its understanding of God's full purpose. It suggests that contemporary Christianity sometimes overlooks key aspects of God's plan. The talk encourages a deeper understanding of God's comprehensive will for humanity.
57mCFC India
transcribing05.Jesus - Totally God And Totally Man - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 57m
This message explores the profound dual nature of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that he was fully God and fully man. The teaching highlights the necessity of understanding this incarnation to grasp the depth of salvation and Christian doctrine. It addresses what might be missing or misunderstood in contemporary Christian teaching.
56mCFC India
transcribing07.Being Protected From Deception, Ourselves - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 56m
The sermon addresses the danger of deception within Christianity, urging believers to be vigilant against false teachings. It emphasizes the need for spiritual discernment to protect oneself and the church from misleading doctrines.
56mCFC India
transcribingThree Radical Prophets - 3) Moses - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 56m
This message focuses on Moses as a radical prophet, suggesting that modern Christianity has missed key aspects of his message. The teaching implies that true discipleship requires a deeper understanding of the covenant and the role of God's law in the believer's life.
57mCFC India
transcribingThree Radical Prophets - 2) Elijah - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 57m
This message focuses on the prophetic ministry of Elijah, drawing lessons for contemporary Christianity. It emphasizes that modern Christianity often misses key prophetic messages that are necessary for true spiritual revival. The talk encourages listeners to re-engage with the radical calls for repentance and God's presence.
26mCFC India
02.Free Will And Conscience - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 26m
The passage explores the necessity of free will and conscience, arguing that these attributes are what give life true value, unlike programmed obedience. God desired beings capable of voluntary love and choice, even at the risk of disobedience, which is why He granted humanity free will and conscience. These capacities allow for genuine relationship, contrasting sharply with the perfect but unfeeling obedience of machines or planets.
27mCFC India
09.How Man Fell Into Sin - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
The sermon examines Genesis 3 to illustrate how sin entered the world, focusing on the dangers of human cleverness and questioning God's word. The speaker warns against both diminishing God's word and adding to it, cautioning that such actions lead to legalism. A major theme is identifying the devil's primary lie—that sin will not result in punishment—and urging listeners to adhere strictly to the Bible's truth regarding judgment.
26mCFC India
10.God's Provision For Man's Failure - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 26m
The sermon analyzes the initial temptation in Genesis chapter 3, drawing parallels between Adam and Eve's sin and modern human tendencies to justify oneself. The speaker emphasizes that God's response to sin is always merciful, first offering a solution (the promise of Christ) before rebuking. Furthermore, the fig leaves symbolize human righteousness, which must be discarded, while the garments of skin represent Christ's atoning sacrifice and righteousness covering us.
26mCFC India
14.Keeping The Tenth Commandment - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 26m
The sermon reviews the Ten Commandments, noting the first four relate to God (no other gods, no idols, no taking God's name in vain), and the next six relate to human relationships (honoring parents, no murder, no adultery, no stealing, no false witness). The speaker emphasizes that the tenth commandment, which forbids coveting, is internal and impossible to keep perfectly. He uses the rich young ruler and Paul's examples to show that true righteousness requires acknowledging one's inability to keep the law perfectly and relying on God's grace.
27mCFC India
17.The Reality Of Final Judgement - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
The speaker emphasizes that all people will face God one day, leading to a judgment after death, which is a certainty. He argues that only Jesus Christ, who came from eternity, died, and resurrected, can speak authoritatively on matters of heaven and hell. The passage concludes by quoting John 5, detailing the two resurrections—one to life and one to judgment—and stressing that all believers must stand before the judgment seat of Christ to give an account for their deeds.
26mCFC India
01.The Root Causes Of Evil - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 26m
The speaker asserts that all human problems stem from a broken connection with God, emphasizing that God is the ultimate source of life. He argues that evil does not originate from teaching or nature, but rather that God's power is supreme, suggesting that the Bible reveals how to partake in God's eternal life rather than just teaching religious doctrine. The core message is that understanding the origin of evil requires recognizing God's perfect nature, as the Bible affirms God is pure love.
27mCFC India
23.Renewal Through God's Word - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
The central message is that true spiritual growth requires continuous renewal through God's Word and the Holy Spirit, not just receiving correct information. Just as God created the world through a process of divine word and Spirit's action, believers must respond daily to the Word to be transformed into God's image. This renewal is a constant process, as stagnation or complacency leads to spiritual decline, requiring daily repentance and effort.
26mCFC India
31.Jesus Is Our Forerunner - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 26m
Jesus is presented as the 'Forerunner' who paved the way for believers to follow God's will. He demonstrated how to live as God originally intended by emptying himself of divine resources while remaining fully God. This example proves that believers can live a life of obedience, leading to the realization that following Christ is possible and exciting, not discouraging.
27mCFC India
36.The Terms Of The New Covenant - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
The speaker contrasts the Old Covenant with the New Covenant, arguing that most believers still operate under the limitations of the former. The Old Covenant was flawed because it required perfect adherence to laws, which humanity could never keep. The New Covenant, established by God, is characterized not by commandments but by promises, promising that God will write His laws directly onto the hearts of believers, ensuring forgiveness and a relationship based on God's grace.
27mCFC India
38.Faith Claims God's Promises - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
Genuine faith is evidenced by a spirit of praise and thanksgiving, as illustrated by examples like being released from prison or healed from sickness. The speaker emphasizes that murmuring, complaining, or criticizing others builds a 'throne for Satan,' whereas praise builds a throne for God. True faith means believing God's promises are already accomplished, not waiting for circumstances to prove them.
27mCFC India
52.The Fear Of God - Zac Poonen (With Tamil Translation)
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012 · 27m
The core message is that the true 'fear of God' is not the fear of punishment, but rather a deep reverence that leads one to desire to please God and live righteously. This reverence is foundational to wisdom and is necessary for perfecting holiness, as evidenced by passages in both the Old and New Testaments. When this fear is absent, people are prone to sin, deceit, and living without moral restraint.