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55mNCCF Church Sharing - June 14, 2015
NCCF Church · Jun 17
1h 11mZac Poonen - The Spirit of grace - SPC7
Zac Poonen · Jun 7
1h 1mUK Conference : Offering God That Which Is Costly - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 9
59mLife in the Spirit - Santosh Poonen - May 3, 2015
Santosh Poonen · May 4
24mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 76 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 22
56mBearing Leaves Without Fruit: Part 2 - Santosh Poonen - April 19, 2015
Santosh Poonen · Apr 20
58mTony Thomas' Baptism
Tony Thomas · Apr 13
1h 3mCoimbatore Conference - 2015: Session - 4 - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 11
34mNCCF Church Sharing - March 29, 2015
NCCF Church · Mar 30
1h 11m8th March, 2015 - Sunday Service @ CFC
CFC Bangalore Live · Mar 8
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 68 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 27
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 65 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 24
25mNCCF Church Sharing - February 22, 2015
NCCF Church · Feb 23
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 55 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 19
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 54 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 19
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 50 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 17
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 48 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 17
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 40 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 12
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 28 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 25 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 20 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 10
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 18 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 10
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 17 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 10
42mNCCF Church Sharing - February 02, 2015
NCCF Church · Feb 2
August 6 | Daily Devotion | The Tree Of Law And The Tree Of Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
This devotion contrasts the tree of law with the tree of life, exploring how living by legalistic rules differs from living in the Spirit. Zac Poonen teaches that true spiritual life comes not from external commandments but from an intimate relationship with God through the Spirit.
55mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - June 14, 2015
CFC Messages · Jun 17, 2015 · 55m
The speaker emphasizes that a mark of spiritual growth is increasing sensitivity to one's own sin and unChristlike behavior. He shares personal convictions regarding negative talk, citing Matthew 12:36 about accounting for every careless word. The message warns against becoming 'busy bodies' or gossips, which stems from pride, and stresses the importance of guarding one's speech, especially when interacting with unbelievers.
1h 11mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Spirit of grace - SPC7
Zac Poonen · Jun 7, 2015 · 1h 11m
The central message is that the fear of the Lord is the primary guard against sin, even more reliably than spiritual gifts or knowledge. The speaker uses examples like Joseph and Job to illustrate that a deep reverence for God compels one to live blamelessly. He urges listeners to develop a strong moral backbone, prioritizing conscience and eternal accountability over temporary gains or worldly pressures.
1h 1mCFC Bangalore Live
UK Conference : Offering God That Which Is Costly - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 9, 2015 · 1h 1m
The speaker analyzes the offerings of Cain and Abel to teach that God accepts the person's heart, not just the physical offering. He emphasizes that God's regard was for Abel, not his offering, pointing out that true acceptance requires settling relationships with others first. Ultimately, the quality of the offering reflects the heart's condition, which is what God sees.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Life in the Spirit - Santosh Poonen - May 3, 2015
Santosh Poonen · May 4, 2015 · 59m
The central message emphasizes the critical importance of honesty and repentance, contrasting it with the danger of hypocrisy, which is likened to Adam and Eve covering their shame with fig leaves. The speaker argues that true spirituality begins with an honest acknowledgment of one's shortcomings, citing the repentant thief on the cross as an example. This honesty is presented as the foundation for God's work and the path to salvation.
24mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 76 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 22, 2015 · 24m
The sermon analyzes Jesus' teachings through his life and words, focusing on examples like Peter's denial and Jesus' silence before Pilate. The speaker emphasizes that true repentance must be directed only to God, not to religious leaders. Furthermore, he advises Christians to follow Jesus' example by remaining silent when falsely accused by fellow believers or religious figures.
56mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Bearing Leaves Without Fruit: Part 2 - Santosh Poonen - April 19, 2015
Santosh Poonen · Apr 20, 2015 · 56m
The central message warns against the danger of 'bearing leaves without fruit,' which describes hypocrisy—maintaining a outward appearance of piety while living sinfully in private. The speaker argues that God raises the standard of righteousness to perfection, and pretending to meet this standard is futile. True Christian life requires genuine transformation from the root up, rejecting pretense and transactional relationships with God.
58mNCCF Church
Tony Thomas' Baptism
Tony Thomas · Apr 13, 2015 · 58m
Baptism is fundamentally a conscious choice to follow Jesus Christ, not something forced by family or circumstance. Scripturally, it symbolizes a burial—a decisive turning away from a life lived for oneself and embracing a new life in the Kingdom of God, which is characterized by grace. This commitment is demonstrated through full immersion, signifying that the old, sinful life is dead and the individual is now alive to God's riches through Christ's sacrifice.
1h 3mCFC Bangalore Live
Coimbatore Conference - 2015: Session - 4 - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 11, 2015 · 1h 3m
The message emphasizes that a Christian's life must be the opposite of the world's sin, as described in Romans 3:10-18. A core teaching point is that God looks at the heart, not the outward appearance, meaning unconfessed sin will prevent God from hearing prayer. Furthermore, unanswered prayer can stem from either unconfessed sin or a lack of faith in God's ability to answer.
34mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 29, 2015
CFC Messages · Mar 30, 2015 · 34m
The speaker discusses the process of repentance, emphasizing that while forgiveness cleanses the conscience, God often desires to talk through the sin to prevent recurrence, much like a good father disciplines. He draws from Psalm 51 and Hebrews 10:22, teaching that true spiritual growth requires an open heart to understand one's motives, not just confessing the act. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to embrace God's desire to teach and guide them toward wisdom regarding their failings.
1h 11mCFC Bangalore Live
8th March, 2015 - Sunday Service @ CFC
CFC Messages · Mar 8, 2015 · 1h 11m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of memorizing scripture, noting that many people today are distracted by modern media rather than God's Word. He focuses on Romans 6:14, teaching that believers are not under law but under grace, and therefore, sin cannot be their master. The message encourages the congregation to internalize this promise to overcome the dominion of sin.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 68 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 27, 2015 · 25m
The central message is that true righteousness comes from cleaning the inner life before focusing on external appearances, using the analogy of cleaning the inside of a cup. The speaker contrasts the temporary nature of adherence to law (like an ointment) with the permanent healing found in grace, emphasizing that one must address the root problem internally. He warns against hypocrisy, comparing outwardly beautiful tombs to inwardly corrupt hearts.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 65 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 24, 2015 · 25m
The central message is that standing before God requires clothing oneself only in the righteousness of Christ, not in personal achievements or self-righteousness. The speaker emphasizes the difference between forgiveness (dealing with past sins) and justification (being clothed in Christ's righteousness). He warns against boasting in personal piety and stresses that true spiritual equality is found in accepting the free garment of Christ's righteousness, regardless of one's spiritual seniority or history with the faith.
25mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - February 22, 2015
CFC Messages · Feb 23, 2015 · 25m
The central message emphasizes that Christian growth requires both individual purity and corporate function, aiming to reflect Jesus. The speaker warns against the dangers of small sins, particularly the love of money, which can lead to larger issues in relationships and the church. He stresses guarding one's heart and mind, as sin is conceived there, and advises examining failures by asking if God's instructions have been neglected.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 55 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 19, 2015 · 25m
The speaker discusses Jesus' teachings, focusing on the danger of hypocrisy, which he compares to the leaven of the Pharisees. He warns that outward appearance of piety can mask internal emptiness, making hypocrisy more dangerous than physical lack. The message emphasizes that spiritual integrity and freedom from hypocrisy are more vital than material provision or even physical sustenance.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 54 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 19, 2015 · 25m
Jesus taught that what defiles a person comes not from what enters the mouth, but from what proceeds out of the heart, such as evil thoughts, lusts, and slander. The speaker urges listeners to be more careful about spiritually defiling things—like what they read or see—than about physical sickness. True spirituality is marked by a greater fear of sin than of physical illness.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 50 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 17, 2015 · 25m
The sermon analyzes the parables of the tares and the mustard seed, emphasizing that the field in the parable refers to the world, not the church. Jesus taught that the separation of wheat and tares will occur at the end of the age by angels, but the church must maintain purity by disciplining those who live in sin. The mustard seed parable is interpreted not as a picture of the church, but as a seed growing into a large, artificial-seeming tree.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 48 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 17, 2015 · 25m
Jesus taught that a person's true nature, or the contents of their heart, will inevitably manifest through their words, as the mouth is the overflow valve of the heart. The speaker emphasizes that true Christlikeness requires more than just being gracious; it demands firmness and the willingness to speak truth, even when confronting sin. Furthermore, he stresses that every careless word will be accounted for at the judgment, meaning accountability extends beyond just sins against God to include sins against other people.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 40 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 12, 2015 · 25m
The sermon continues studying Matthew, focusing on the persecution faced by true disciples, who will be hated by the world, even by family. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires standing for the truth, even when unpopular, and warns against false teachings that minimize sin. Ultimately, the message urges the audience not to fear anything because God is sovereign, and if we fear God, we need fear nothing else.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 28 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11, 2015 · 25m
The sermon emphasizes that Jesus' teachings, particularly in the Sermon on the Mount, demand a narrow path of discipleship that requires radical obedience regarding sin, anger, and lust. The speaker warns against modern interpretations that dilute scripture or widen the gate, cautioning that true Christianity requires taking Jesus' words seriously rather than merely appearing religious. He concludes by warning against false prophets who teach that the commands of scripture are optional.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 25 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11, 2015 · 25m
The sermon reviews the nine wrong attitudes Jesus warned against, focusing specifically on judging and condemning others. The speaker argues that judging is premature because we do not know the full story, the hidden things in darkness, or the true motives of people's hearts. Ultimately, judging others reveals more about our own flawed hearts than it does about the person being judged.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 20 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 10, 2015 · 25m
The speaker reviews the teachings of Jesus, focusing on the 'wrong attitudes' to eliminate from Christian life, such as anger, sexual sin, and lying. He emphasizes that Jesus' teachings must be understood in their spirit, not taken literally, using examples like the slap on the cheek to illustrate a radical attitude of non-resistance and trust in God. The discussion concludes by comparing Jesus' words on lending with Luke 6:35, advising that loans should be treated as gifts, expecting nothing in return.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 18 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 10, 2015 · 25m
The sermon emphasizes that fulfilling the Great Commission requires understanding everything Jesus taught, focusing specifically on the internal nature of sin like lust and anger. The speaker stresses that overcoming these sins is impossible by human power and requires the genuine fullness of the Holy Spirit, which grants self-control over the tongue and eyes. True freedom comes through radical honesty, confession, and seeking the Spirit's power rather than settling for counterfeit spiritual experiences.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 17 of 80) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 10, 2015 · 25m
The speaker emphasizes that Christians must move beyond merely knowing Jesus as a forgiver to understanding Him as a Savior who saves people from sin. He uses the examples of anger and lust to illustrate that repeatedly sinning and seeking forgiveness only addresses the symptom, not the root problem of sin itself. True spiritual literacy means recognizing the seriousness of sin and actively seeking salvation from its power, rather than just receiving forgiveness for past acts.
42mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - February 02, 2015
CFC Messages · Feb 2, 2015 · 42m
The speaker emphasizes that our actions significantly affect our perception, urging the audience to see God clearly by taking sin seriously. He draws from scripture to show that sin defiles the mind and conscience, hindering one's ability to see right from wrong. Furthermore, the message stresses that the ultimate goal is fellowship with God and others, which sin ruins, requiring constant cleansing to maintain unity.