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56mBeware of What Springs Up Quickly - Santosh Poonen - May 31, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Jun 3
1h 15mAustin CFC WOF 2019 Santosh Poonen - 3: Decreasing So That Christ Can Increase
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11
46mDevoted Love for Jesus Requires Hating Everything Else - Santosh Poonen - July 14, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Jul 15
59mThe Compromise of Omission - Santosh Poonen - April 14, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Apr 15
42mThe Church: One House Against a Large Enemy - Santosh Poonen - December 2, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Dec 3
44mSeeing the Evil Present in a "Good" Life - Santosh Poonen - May 13, 2018
Santosh Poonen · May 14
38mJesus: Transfigured or Revealed? - Santosh Poonen - September 10, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Sep 11
46mAsking With Wrong Motives - Santosh Poonen - August 20, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 29
32mQuestions & Answers for Young Adults - Santosh Poonen - July 31, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 21
59mThe Compromise of Korah - Santosh Poonen - August 5, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 20
52mFollowing Another Jesus - Santosh Poonen - July 30, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 20
46mThe God of "Self" - Santosh Poonen - March 12, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Mar 13
48mThe Fragrant Anointing of Goodness - Santosh Poonen - January 15, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Jan 17
49mBehold, I Send You - Santosh Poonen - September 25, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Sep 27
52mOh, How He Loves You! - Santosh Poonen - April 24, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Apr 26
45mRejoice! You Are God's Inheritance (Don't Forget to LOL: Part 1) - Santosh Poonen - Feburary 7, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Feb 7
52mBy Whose Authority? Part 3: Submission and Exaltation - Santosh Poonen - December 13, 2015
Santosh Poonen · Dec 14
1h 30mDestroying the Works of the Devil- Part 3 - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 10
1h 15mDestroying the Works of the Devil- Part 2-Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 10
59mLife in the Spirit - Santosh Poonen - May 3, 2015
Santosh Poonen · May 4
56mBearing Leaves Without Fruit: Part 2 - Santosh Poonen - April 19, 2015
Santosh Poonen · Apr 20
58mIs Your Eye Evil? - Santosh Poonen - November 2, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Nov 3
2h 16m12th October, 2014 - The Holy Spirit Helps The Bride Make Herself Ready - Santhosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Oct 12
54mAnything More Than Yes or No is of the Evil One - Santosh Poonen - April 20, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Apr 20
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.
56mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Beware of What Springs Up Quickly - Santosh Poonen - May 31, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Jun 3, 2020 · 56m
The speaker emphasizes that genuine spiritual growth and the ability to prove God's promises are only realized through enduring trials, comparing this to the necessity of weeding a garden. He warns that a lackadaisical attitude toward one's Christian life allows sin (the weeds) to flourish, requiring a zealous, active effort—a 'violent gardening'—to cultivate the fruit of righteousness and allow the life of Christ to manifest.
1h 15mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC WOF 2019 Santosh Poonen - 3: Decreasing So That Christ Can Increase
Santosh Poonen · Nov 11, 2019 · 1h 15m
The message emphasizes that there is no 'holding pattern' for a Christian; every season of waiting has a divine purpose. The speaker argues that the time spent waiting for fulfillment—whether it's marriage, ministry, or victory over sin—is not wasted but is instead used by God to conform the believer into the image of Christ. This process builds patience, brokenness, and ultimately, mercy towards others.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Devoted Love for Jesus Requires Hating Everything Else - Santosh Poonen - July 14, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Jul 15, 2019 · 46m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian gladness comes solely from delighting in the Lord's presence, not from external achievements like better jobs or possessions. He warns that the enemy of love is not hate, but rather spiritual adultery—being friendly with the world, which James 4:4 identifies as hostility toward God. This spiritual unfaithfulness can affect even those who claim to be Christian.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Compromise of Omission - Santosh Poonen - April 14, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Apr 15, 2019 · 59m
The sermon emphasizes the need for believers to cleanse themselves from all defilement, both in flesh and spirit, drawing parallels to the sanctity of the Temple. The speaker distinguishes between 'compromise' (actively doing what is wrong) and 'omission' (failing to do what is right). He warns that merely avoiding sin is insufficient; one must actively live according to God's will, which requires hearing and obeying the living voice of God, not just adhering to a list of prohibitions.
42mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Church: One House Against a Large Enemy - Santosh Poonen - December 2, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Dec 3, 2018 · 42m
The message emphasizes that the Christian life requires making clear spiritual distinctions, citing the Word of God's power to divide. Drawing from Revelation 3, the speaker stresses that believers must strive to be 'overcomers' to share in eternal life with Christ on His throne. Ultimately, true victory is found not in earthly possessions or status, but in overcoming sin and embracing the authority granted through Christ.
44mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Seeing the Evil Present in a "Good" Life - Santosh Poonen - May 13, 2018
Santosh Poonen · May 14, 2018 · 44m
The sermon encourages the congregation to remember that being the light of the world means enduring trials and hardships, as God intends for His light to shine through our difficulties. Furthermore, the speaker strongly cautions against the sin of gossip, noting that speaking about others in their absence is almost always gossip. True spirituality, according to James 1:26, requires not only religious acts but also the discipline of bridling one's tongue.
38mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Jesus: Transfigured or Revealed? - Santosh Poonen - September 10, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Sep 11, 2017 · 38m
The speaker discusses the meaning of the Sabbath rest, drawing from Hebrews 4, clarifying that it is not limited to a specific day but is a daily state of rest from self-effort. He emphasizes that salvation is received by resting from works, acknowledging total sinfulness (Romans 3:23), but this rest does not negate the need for sanctification, which requires yielding to Christ's conformity. Finally, he urges listeners to live in constant preparedness for Christ's return by maintaining a clear conscience before God and others.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Asking With Wrong Motives - Santosh Poonen - August 20, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 29, 2017 · 46m
The sermon emphasizes that understanding grace frees believers from the slavery of sin, drawing parallels between this freedom and the divine purpose woven into every aspect of life. The speaker encourages the audience to view every day, no matter how mundane, as purposeful because God has already recorded it in His book. Furthermore, he draws lessons from Jesus' interactions with the Pharisees, noting that Jesus remained un-intimidated despite their earthly power.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Questions & Answers for Young Adults - Santosh Poonen - July 31, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 21, 2017 · 32m
The speaker emphasizes that the local church should foster an informal, welcoming atmosphere, mirroring Jesus' ministry rather than rigid religious structures. A core message is the identity of believers as ambassadors for Christ, meaning our citizenship and true home are in heaven. This ambassadorship is rooted in Christ taking our sin upon Himself, enabling us to confess our own sins and be reconciled to God.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Compromise of Korah - Santosh Poonen - August 5, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 20, 2017 · 59m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian life involves being fully integrated into the body of Christ, rather than maintaining an independent connection to Christ alone. The speaker warns against the deception of thinking one can be special in heaven by resembling Jesus, stressing that the body's unity is what reflects Christ. Furthermore, he discusses that spiritual growth requires embracing brokenness, contrasting this with the sin of compromise, exemplified by Korah's rebellion.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Following Another Jesus - Santosh Poonen - July 30, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Aug 20, 2017 · 52m
The speaker warns that Christians today risk missing the true presence of Jesus, much like the Pharisees in Jesus' time. He draws from 2 Corinthians 11, cautioning against accepting a 'different Jesus' or spirit, emphasizing that the true Christ is the only focus. The message stresses that even when Jesus speaks with necessary firmness against sin, it stems from love and a desire to set people free.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
transcribingThe God of "Self" - Santosh Poonen - March 12, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Mar 13, 2017 · 46m
The sermon addresses the danger of worshipping multiple 'gods,' suggesting that self-worship is a primary idol. It challenges the listener to identify what truly holds their ultimate allegiance, as this misplaced worship prevents genuine belief in God. The core message is about redirecting devotion away from self and toward the true God.
48mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Fragrant Anointing of Goodness - Santosh Poonen - January 15, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Jan 17, 2017 · 48m
Jesus' ministry demonstrated that God's focus is not on adherence to religious law, but on genuine goodness and faith. The speaker emphasizes that faith, even amidst sin, is what draws God's power, contrasting this with self-righteous legalism. True Christian living involves doing good, fulfilling the spirit of the law rather than merely observing its letter.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Behold, I Send You - Santosh Poonen - September 25, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Sep 27, 2016 · 49m
The speaker emphasizes that effectiveness in ministry is dependent on faithfulness in small, inner areas, using the analogy of using time and money as tests of faithfulness. He contrasts the tendency to focus on external works with Jesus' call for 'Shepherds,' and draws a parallel from Isaiah's experience. Isaiah's transformation from proclaiming woes to accepting God's message is shown by first confronting his own sinfulness before being commissioned to speak God's word.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Oh, How He Loves You! - Santosh Poonen - April 24, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Apr 26, 2016 · 52m
The central message emphasizes that a godly life requires constant dependence on God the Father, mirroring Jesus' own life. The speaker warns against the danger of self-sufficiency, which is rooted in sin, and points to John 5:26 as proof that life and ability to function must be received from God. This principle of dependency is presented as the secret to overcoming sin and living a life of continuous victory.
45mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Rejoice! You Are God's Inheritance (Don't Forget to LOL: Part 1) - Santosh Poonen - Feburary 7, 2016
Santosh Poonen · Feb 7, 2016 · 45m
The speaker discusses the dual ministry of the Word of God, comparing it to a surgeon's scalpel for cutting out infected sin, which discerns between soul and spirit. However, this cutting must be balanced by the restorative power of the Word, likened to rain and snow, which brings healing and life. True spiritual health requires recognizing and embracing the balance within the entire Body of Christ, acknowledging that no single individual is perfectly balanced.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
By Whose Authority? Part 3: Submission and Exaltation - Santosh Poonen - December 13, 2015
Santosh Poonen · Dec 14, 2015 · 52m
The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual authority comes from diligent study of God's Word, making it personal rather than just hearing it preached. He contrasts worldly or authoritarian displays of power with the quiet, inherent authority Jesus demonstrated. Ultimately, he warns that the Devil gains advantage not from external enemies, but from internal sins like lust, pride, bitterness, and unforgiveness, which must be brought into the light of God.
1h 30mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Destroying the Works of the Devil- Part 3 - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 10, 2015 · 1h 30m
The speaker emphasizes that true assurance of salvation comes not just from God's past forgiveness, but from faith in the future certainty of Christ's work. He uses the analogy of a thoroughly cleansed stain to illustrate that sin is completely removed by Jesus, and believers must consciously choose to trust God's non-remembrance over their memory of past sins when confronted by the devil or doubt.
1h 15mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Destroying the Works of the Devil- Part 2-Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Nov 10, 2015 · 1h 15m
The speaker emphasizes that true ministry should aim not to impress, but to point people back to the source of truth—the Chef in the kitchen. He warns against the danger of accepting partial truths presented by the devil, whose greatest tactic is deception rather than overt evil. Ultimately, destroying the works of the devil involves recognizing this deception and allowing the Holy Spirit to restore what has been stolen.
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.
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.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Is Your Eye Evil? - Santosh Poonen - November 2, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Nov 3, 2014 · 58m
The speaker warns that the devil seeks to defile every aspect of life—marriage, family, and the church—but the primary source of defilement is not external. Citing Mark 7, he emphasizes that what defiles a person are not external things entering them, but rather the things that proceed out of the man. True purity must come from within.
2h 16mCFC Bangalore Live
12th October, 2014 - The Holy Spirit Helps The Bride Make Herself Ready - Santhosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Oct 12, 2014 · 2h 16m
The speaker uses the historical account of the Hebrew midwives in Exodus to illustrate that fearing God is more important than obeying human authority, even when that authority commands something sinful. The midwives disobeyed Pharaoh's order to kill male babies because they feared God, and as a result, God blessed them.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Anything More Than Yes or No is of the Evil One - Santosh Poonen - April 20, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Apr 20, 2014 · 54m
Jesus teaches that oaths are unnecessary because one's statement should simply be 'yes' or 'no,' as anything beyond these two words belongs to the evil one. This principle restores the original standard of God's law, emphasizing that the command to love and not lust or get angry is not a new standard but a return to what God always intended for humanity. Jesus' words correct loopholes that people had used in the law to excuse sin.