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27mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 17
1h 59mIan Robson · Nov 25
1h 2mSantosh Poonen · Nov 12
14mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 22
29mSantosh Poonen · Oct 22
57mSandeep Poonen · Oct 22
1h 49mCFC Bangalore Live · Oct 21
34mIan Robson · Sep 25
24mZac Poonen · Sep 24
28mNCCF Church · Sep 18
32mSantosh Poonen · Sep 17
47mZac Poonen · Sep 11
52mZac Poonen · Sep 10
22mAjay Chakravarthy · Aug 21
58mZac Poonen · Aug 8
30mZac Poonen · Aug 7
1h 14mCFC Bangalore Live · Jul 1
1h 1mZac Poonen · Jun 12
1h 26mZac Poonen · Jun 6
1h 4mZac Poonen · May 14
1h 4mZac Poonen · May 13
25mJeremy Utley · Mar 5
16mSanjay Poonen · Feb 8
14mBobby McDonald · Jan 15
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.
27mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Dec 17, 2018 · 27m
The sermon emphasizes that salvation comes through recognizing our own sinfulness and accepting the grace shown on the cross. The central message is not self-improvement or trying to be better, but rather being transformed by God's Spirit to live a life surrendered to Him. The speaker urges the congregation to open their hearts to receive the Holy Spirit's power to be useful vessels for God's work.
1h 59mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Nov 25, 2018 · 1h 59m
The central message is that believers are meant to be living letters written by the Spirit of the Living God, rather than merely being written with pen and ink. The speaker emphasizes that this divine purpose is for every individual, urging the church not to miss this calling and to live out this reality.
1h 2mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen · Nov 12, 2018 · 1h 2m
The speaker uses the story of the sons of Kora, who remained faithful after their father rebelled, to illustrate the importance of standing firm in God's authority. He emphasizes that true spiritual life requires a deep thirst for God, surpassing mere emotional satisfaction from modern culture or music. Ultimately, he directs listeners to Ephesians 5:27 and Revelation 3, urging them to desire a relationship with Jesus characterized by intimacy—a 'dinner date'—more than worldly blessings.
14mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Oct 22, 2018 · 14m
The central message emphasizes that true faith and the life of victory in Christ require seeking the honor of God alone, rather than the approval or opinion of men. The speaker draws heavily on scripture, warning against trusting in human beings or the praise of man, and instead urging the audience to live before God. He concludes by noting that only the Spirit of Christ can truly discern and bring life from the Word of God, dividing the soul from the spirit.
29mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Oct 22, 2018 · 29m
The sermon emphasizes that true spiritual life, like a river, is found not in times of ease but in the wilderness through desperate thirst and reliance on God. The speaker urges the congregation to press forward in faith, taking up their cross, and to live in constant dependence on the Holy Spirit. He concludes by referencing Jesus cleansing the temple, highlighting that even in righteous confrontation, profound humility is required.
57mCFC Bangalore Live
Sandeep Poonen · Oct 22, 2018 · 57m
The message emphasizes the need to be filled with the Holy Spirit, drawing a parallel between being filled with the Spirit and being drunk with wine. It encourages the congregation to view the church as a 'Father's house' where all debts, including sins, can be cleared through confession and forgiveness. The speaker concludes by urging the listeners to live daily in the presence of God and to be careful how they walk, understanding God's will.
1h 49mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Oct 21, 2018 · 1h 49m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of consciously speaking to one another and oneself using Psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, as commanded in Ephesians 5:19. This practice is linked to being filled with the Holy Spirit, contrasting it with being drunk with wine. The message encourages the congregation to focus their thoughts on Jesus, acknowledging personal sin and finding restoration through Him.
34mCFC India
Ian Robson · Sep 25, 2018 · 34m
The message emphasizes that as the end times draw near, believers must remain vigilant, maintaining a sober spirit and prioritizing prayer. Central to this endurance is keeping fervent in love for one another, as this love covers a multitude of sins and is the defining mark of discipleship. Ultimately, enduring in love to the end requires the strengthening power of the Holy Spirit to allow Christ to dwell in our hearts through faith.
24mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Sep 24, 2018 · 24m
The sermon explores how Jesus taught through both his words and his actions, emphasizing that true ministry requires supernatural discernment gifted by the Holy Spirit, not just academic knowledge. The speaker contrasts this with modern ministry, warning against the love of money and the tendency to rely on scripture quoting rather than divine guidance. He concludes by highlighting Jesus's humility and commitment to a life of radical surrender.
28mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Sep 18, 2018 · 28m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by maintaining a standard of sound doctrine and practical Christianity in all areas of life. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship is demonstrated not just by teaching, but by one's character, citing examples from Paul's life and Malachi's character. Ultimately, living this life requires the power of the Holy Spirit, which the speaker assures the audience is given richly to all who believe.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Sep 17, 2018 · 32m
The speaker encourages the audience to meditate on 1 Corinthians 14, emphasizing that pursuing love is paramount, and that true prophecy involves edification, exhortation, and consolation through the Holy Spirit. He stresses that spiritual gifts are not the measure of faith; rather, one must be a doer of the word, as demonstrated by Jesus's humble entrance into Jerusalem on a donkey, fulfilling prophecy.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Sep 11, 2018 · 47m
The speaker draws lessons from the prophets, noting that each delivered a specific, necessary message, which was always to repent. He emphasizes that a true servant of God has a burden for the people, like Jeremiah, and that God's work often requires first 'plucking up, breaking down, destroying, and overthrowing' false ideas and traditions before building. He warns that attempting to build upon a flawed foundation will fail, urging believers to allow the Holy Spirit to dismantle unbiblical practices in their lives.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Sep 10, 2018 · 52m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian living requires following Jesus' example, which means relying on the Holy Spirit's power rather than emotions. He stresses that obedience to God's commands requires first asking for grace, comparing this to needing money to buy bread. Furthermore, he advises filling one's mind primarily with God's Word to be equipped to handle life's trials, contrasting this with filling the mind with unnecessary worldly information.
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Aug 21, 2018 · 22m
The speaker addresses the common struggle of feeling tempted even after conversion, refuting the idea that baptism or the filling of the Holy Spirit eliminates sin. He uses an analogy of the 'old man' versus the 'new man' to illustrate that while sin's power is broken at the cross, the believer must actively guard their heart and continually rely on God's Word and the Holy Spirit for strength to overcome recurring temptations.
58mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Aug 8, 2018 · 58m
The speaker warns that in the end times, Christians face dangers from both worldly persecution and internal deception within Christianity. He emphasizes that the greatest danger is deception, which can be overcome only by being filled with the Holy Spirit, not by following counterfeits. True devotion means obeying God's commandments, even the seemingly small ones, and recognizing that living under grace means sin cannot rule over you, unlike those who are under the law.
30mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Aug 7, 2018 · 30m
The speaker argues that the Old Covenant was abolished because God's ultimate plan required the Holy Spirit to dwell in man, which was impossible due to sin. He emphasizes that sin requires a definitive price, which Jesus paid on the cross. The New Covenant shifts the relationship from a governmental one to a familial one, where the church functions as the 'body of Christ'—a family where Christ is the head, requiring the cooperation of all members because no single human can perfectly manifest the glory of God.
1h 14mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Jul 1, 2018 · 1h 14m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of teaching the next generation to praise God, give thanks in all things, and place their confidence in God, drawing from Psalm 78. Beyond mere knowledge, the message stresses teaching children to repent of sin and to receive the power of the Holy Spirit, as these are necessary for a life of true praise and connection with God.
1h 1mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen · Jun 12, 2018 · 1h 1m
The speaker discusses two foundational promises of the New Testament: being saved from sin (Matthew 1:21) and being baptized with the Holy Spirit (Matthew 3:11). He stresses the critical difference between merely being forgiven sins and being truly saved, warning that many Christians mistake forgiveness for salvation. Furthermore, he clarifies that 'baptism' in the Greek sense means immersion, applying this concept to the Holy Spirit as a thorough filling or immersion.
1h 26mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen · Jun 6, 2018 · 1h 26m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by continually renewing their minds to think from God's perspective. This requires constant spiritual discipline, as illustrated by Jesus's obedience to the Father's will even when opportunities for ministry were present. Ultimately, this transformation involves presenting one's body and mind as living sacrifices to God, allowing the Holy Spirit to change one's thinking to align with God's good, acceptable, and perfect will.
1h 4mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen · May 14, 2018 · 1h 4m
Divine love, as exemplified by a mother's selfless care for a newborn, is characterized by not seeking its own. The speaker argues that true love, whether in relationships or the exercise of spiritual gifts, must be selfless. The fullness of the Holy Spirit is evidenced by a deep, unwavering assurance of God's love poured into the heart, leading to contentment and eliminating complaining.
1h 4mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen · May 13, 2018 · 1h 4m
True understanding of God's mysteries comes not from mere study or intellect, but through the revelation of the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that humility is crucial, as pride prevents us from grasping God's deeper truths. He illustrates this by comparing Jesus' ultimate humility—washing the disciples' feet—to the nature of God the Father, suggesting that true discipleship mirrors this lowliness.
25mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley · Mar 5, 2018 · 25m
The central message is that true spiritual understanding, or revelation, must be received by the Holy Spirit, not merely held as doctrine. The speaker emphasizes that the proof of receiving revelation is a transformation in prayer life, leading one to pray boldly for God's promises, much like David did. He encourages the congregation to examine their prayers to see if they reflect a deep, revealed understanding of God's power.
16mCFC India
Sanjay Poonen · Feb 8, 2018 · 16m
The speaker encourages the young people to finish their race with faithfulness, emphasizing that life presents a binary choice: either we die or we meet the Lord. Drawing from the parable of the talents, he stresses that faithfulness, not worldly success, is what matters to God. He urges the congregation to persevere in their walk, drawing parallels to marathon running, and to rely on the Holy Spirit for the strength to remain faithful.
14mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald · Jan 15, 2018 · 14m
The central message is that true Christian love for God is demonstrated not by outward religious acts, but by an inward transformation of thought and motive, reflecting the desire to live for the Lord. The speaker emphasizes that God is faithful to His promises, encouraging believers to draw near to the throne of grace with confidence, as demonstrated by his personal experience overcoming the temptation of a loose tongue through the help of the Holy Spirit.