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January 31 | Daily Devotion | Prove Yourselves To Be Doers Of God’s Word | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 30

January 30 | Daily Devotion | Don't Think You Are A Somebody When You Are A Nobody | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 29

January 29 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Be Deceived: Bad Company Corrupts Good Morals | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 28

January 28 | Daily Devotion | Divine Wisdom Is A Matter Of Heart | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 27

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Zac Poonen - Submitting to God-Appointed Authorities

Zac Poonen · Jan 27

January 27 | Daily Devotion | Has Music Replaced The Holy Spirit? | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 26

January 26 | Daily Devotion | Don't Despise Others But Encourage Them | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 25

January 25 | Daily Devotion | We Cannot Build The Church Without Sacrifice | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 24

January 24 | Daily Devotion | Dying To Self Is A Daily Affair | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 23

January 23 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Filled By The Spirit Of Wisdom | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 22

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Enduring To The End - In Faithfulness And Goodness - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 22

39m

The New Covenant Message Proclaimed For Fifty Years - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 22

January 22 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Your Body In Order To Win | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 21

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Zac Poonen - The Baptism in the Holy Spirit Unites Us as One Family

Zac Poonen · Jan 21

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CFC Bangalore 50th Anniversary Celebration (4th January 2025)

Zac Poonen · Jan 20

January 21 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Yourself In The Use Of Money | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 20

January 20 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Be Foolish, But Make The Most Of Your Time | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 19

January 19 | Daily Devotion | Those To Whom God Gives Revelation | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 18

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January 18 | Daily Devotion | God Shuts Down The Accusations Of Satan | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 17

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.

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CFC Daily Devotions

February 4 | Daily Devotion | Having Faith For New Covenant Promises | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 4, 2025 · 13m

The speaker argues that many Christians prefer the promises of the Old Covenant—such as earthly healing and prosperity—over the greater blessings of the New Covenant. He emphasizes that the true calling of the New Covenant is to be an overcomer against sin, the world, and the flesh, rather than focusing on earthly enemies. The message concludes by urging listeners to embrace the New Covenant fully and to focus on Jesus as the author and finisher of faith.

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NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - The Fear of God and Respect for Elders

Zac Poonen · Feb 3, 2025 · 14m

Zac Poonen teaches that the fear of God is foundational to understanding Scripture, comparing it to learning the alphabet before studying other subjects. He illustrates how those who truly fear God, like Simeon and Anna, recognize God's work and receive divine guidance, while those who merely study Scripture intellectually without reverence—like the Pharisees—miss its essential message and make wrong decisions. He emphasizes that beginning with the fear of God enables believers to understand Scripture properly and receive the Holy Spirit's guidance in daily situations.

CFC Daily Devotions

February 3 | Daily Devotion | God Rejoices Over Us | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 2, 2025 · 9m

The message emphasizes that the Christian life means being more than conquerors, and God's love is unconditional, comparing it to a father's care for all children. The speaker urges listeners to maintain a daily spiritual check-up, recognizing that spiritual issues are more serious than physical ailments. Ultimately, the central message is that believers should embrace the reality that God rejoices over them with singing, recalling the deep, joyful love exemplified by Hannah receiving Samuel.

CFC Daily Devotions

February 2 | Daily Devotion | Two Sins Which Are Very Serious | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 1, 2025 · 8m

Jesus warned that anger, dirty thoughts, and lusting with the eyes or committing sin with the hands are sins that can lead to hell, unlike other sins mentioned in the Sermon on the Mount. The speaker emphasizes that overcoming these sins requires fearing God, citing Joseph's example, and stresses that God judges the heart and private actions, not just public behavior.

CFC Daily Devotions

February 1 | Daily Devotion | Proclaiming The Whole Purpose Of God | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 31, 2025 · 9m

The central message is that God judges the heart, not the outward appearance, citing 1 Samuel 16:7. The speaker contrasts the outward focus of the Old Covenant and the Pharisees' external piety with the necessity of an inward righteousness, drawing from Matthew 5. True entry into the Kingdom of Heaven requires a transformation of the heart, addressing internal sins like anger, which the Pharisees overlooked.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 31 | Daily Devotion | Prove Yourselves To Be Doers Of God’s Word | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 30, 2025 · 11m

The message emphasizes that true faith requires being doers of God's word, not just hearers, comparing hearing without action to looking in a mirror and forgetting the dirt. It warns against self-deception in areas like failing to apologize for wrongs or assuming one is sinless. The speaker stresses that controlling one's tongue is a key mark of spirituality, and believers must remain humble, recognizing the constant possibility of sin.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 30 | Daily Devotion | Don't Think You Are A Somebody When You Are A Nobody | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 29, 2025 · 12m

The message warns against self-deception, particularly when believers become complacent due to seniority or perceived gifts, leading them to think they are 'somebody' when they are spiritually 'nobody.' True spiritual maturity requires remembering one's humble beginnings. Furthermore, the speaker emphasizes that believers must sow to the Holy Spirit's promptings to reap eternal life, rather than sowing to the flesh, which leads to corruption.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 29 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Be Deceived: Bad Company Corrupts Good Morals | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 28, 2025 · 9m

The central message warns against the corrupting influence of bad company, referencing 1 Corinthians 15:33. The speaker emphasizes that this corruption is slow and insidious, leading to self-deception. True Christian life is marked by seeking fellowship with those who are also committed to Christ, and believers must be discerning about the company they keep, both in the world and within the church.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 28 | Daily Devotion | Divine Wisdom Is A Matter Of Heart | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 27, 2025 · 9m

The central message is that true spiritual wisdom comes not from intellectual cleverness or intelligence, but from a humble heart. The speaker emphasizes that one must acknowledge their spiritual foolishness before God's Word to avoid self-deception. This humility is presented as the essential prerequisite for understanding divine truths.

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NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - Submitting to God-Appointed Authorities

Zac Poonen · Jan 27, 2025 · 1h 0m

Zac Poonen teaches that true godliness means complete subjection to God's will and appointed authorities, using Jesus as the ultimate example—Jesus limited His ministry to Israel, spent 30 years in obscurity under parental authority, and made decisions based on His Father's direction rather than human logic or apparent efficiency. Christians must order their lives according to God's perfect plan rather than human reasoning, trusting that subjection to God's authority, like the order in the physical universe, produces the best and most meaningful outcomes.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 27 | Daily Devotion | Has Music Replaced The Holy Spirit? | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 26, 2025 · 11m

The speaker argues that modern Christianity has been compromised by the influence of music, money, and psychological gimmicks, which have replaced the true power of the Holy Spirit. He contrasts superficial displays of faith, like elaborate worship or reliance on music, with the genuine, life-altering surrender to God found in silence and discipleship. True worship, for him, is the complete surrender of the self, not mere performance.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 26 | Daily Devotion | Don't Despise Others But Encourage Them | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 25, 2025 · 9m

The central message emphasizes that encouragement is far more effective than criticism or despising others, drawing parallels to Paul's teaching on being fathers rather than just teachers. The speaker advises that when someone messes up, one should first help them solve the problem before gently correcting them, rather than immediately pointing out their mistakes. Ultimately, the message encourages having the heart to serve like a father, showing hope especially for those who have strayed.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 25 | Daily Devotion | We Cannot Build The Church Without Sacrifice | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 24, 2025 · 11m

The central message is that the church must be built in a place of genuine sacrifice, not cheaply or emotionally. Drawing parallels from the building of the temple and Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac, the speaker emphasizes that true devotion requires giving what costs us everything—time, comfort, reputation, or life—rather than what costs nothing. He advises believers to

CFC Daily Devotions

January 24 | Daily Devotion | Dying To Self Is A Daily Affair | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 23, 2025 · 11m

The central message is the necessity of daily self-denial, echoing Jesus' command to take up the cross every day. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires constantly saying 'no' to one's own will and saying 'yes' to the Father's will, a process that must be lived out daily, not just once. This daily surrender is likened to the 'New and Living Way' inaugurated by Christ, which allows believers to enter God's presence.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 23 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Filled By The Spirit Of Wisdom | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 22, 2025 · 10m

The central message is that true wisdom comes from being filled with the Spirit of Wisdom, which teaches one to fear and revere God above all else. Following Jesus' example, believers must learn to disregard what their eyes and ears tell them, instead relying solely on what God's Word says in their hearts. This requires a conscious choice to remain under the fullness of the Holy Spirit's anointing.

26m

CFC India

Enduring To The End - In Faithfulness And Goodness - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 22, 2025 · 26m

The speaker emphasizes that God's work should be done quietly, like a negative kept in a darkroom, awaiting the time of Christ's return rather than being advertised. He encourages the audience to live faithfully in their daily roles—such as parents raising godly children—and to practice humility by giving up judgment, trusting that God is the only judge. Ultimately, the message centers on the profound truth that God loves believers as much as He loved Jesus Christ.

39m

CFC India

The New Covenant Message Proclaimed For Fifty Years - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 22, 2025 · 39m

The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life involves moving beyond merely acknowledging Jesus' presence to actively following Him, contrasting this with superficial religious displays. He draws parallels from Isaiah 43, arguing that Christians must move from the 'wilderness' of sin and complacency into the 'land of Canaan'—a life of victory achieved by overcoming specific sins like lust and anger. The core message is that God makes a new way, requiring believers to confess their brokenness and press on to perfection by confronting these primary sins.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 22 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Your Body In Order To Win | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 21, 2025 · 6m

The message emphasizes that a disciplined life is necessary for the Christian race, drawing parallels to athletes who control their bodies to win. The speaker advises listeners to apply this discipline to their time, money, and especially their bodies through practices like fasting and moderation in eating. Ultimately, this self-discipline is presented as a means to be filled with the Holy Spirit and achieve victory in life.

17m

NCCF Church

Zac Poonen - The Baptism in the Holy Spirit Unites Us as One Family

Zac Poonen · Jan 21, 2025 · 17m

Zac Poonen teaches that genuine baptism in the Holy Spirit does more than grant personal anointing or spiritual power—it unites believers into one family, transforming them from disconnected individuals into a cohesive body of Christ. True spiritual maturity requires not just personal holiness but also becoming an integral part of a local church, characterized by sympathy, encouragement, humility, and tender-heartedness rather than criticism and condemnation.

5h 4m

CFC India

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CFC Bangalore 50th Anniversary Celebration (4th January 2025)

Zac Poonen · Jan 20, 2025 · 5h 4m

This video captures the 50th Anniversary Celebration of CFC Bangalore, featuring multiple speakers and segments. Key themes addressed include maintaining unity within the CFC leadership, building strong families, and the impact of the church. The event concludes with reflections on the church's growth and divine planting.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 21 | Daily Devotion | Discipline Yourself In The Use Of Money | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 20, 2025 · 8m

The central message is that faithfulness in managing earthly money is a test that determines whether God will entrust us with true, eternal riches. The speaker advises believers to be disciplined, frugal, and careful with their spending, warning against unnecessary debt and wastefulness. Ultimately, this discipline in finances is presented as a prerequisite for receiving deeper spiritual blessings, such as greater revelation and the anointing of the Holy Spirit.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 20 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Be Foolish, But Make The Most Of Your Time | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 19, 2025 · 10m

The central message is the importance of being disciplined with time, as the days are evil and time cannot be recovered. The speaker emphasizes that while God can restore lost money or health, wasted time is permanently lost. He encourages listeners to utilize small, fragmented moments—like dedicating 15 minutes daily to Bible study—to make the most of their time for Christ.

CFC Daily Devotions

January 19 | Daily Devotion | Those To Whom God Gives Revelation | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 18, 2025 · 11m

The speaker compares Moses to a New Covenant person living in Old Covenant times, arguing that true spiritual understanding comes from receiving God's Revelation, which is different from mere intellectual knowledge. He emphasizes that humility is key to receiving this revelation, citing Moses' humility as an example. Furthermore, true revelation changes one's priorities, leading one to reject the honor of the world, the pleasures of sin, and the riches of earthly possessions.