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11mZac Poonen - Be Like Little Children
Zac Poonen · Sep 16
1h 45mDead Works And The New Covenant | ನಿರ್ಜೀವ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಹೊಸ ಒಡಂಬಡಿಕೆ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Sep 15
58mDead Works And The New Covenant - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7
1h 7mRighteousness With Peace And Joy - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7
7mAugust 28 | Daily Devotion | Only Humble People Receive Grace And Scare The Devil | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27
1h 32mZac Poonen - "Christ Wants to Build a Pure Church" | Austin CFC | 2025-08-24
Zac Poonen · Aug 24
9mAugust 22 | Daily Devotion | Never Evaluate Yourself By External Life And Be Deceived | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 21
9mAugust 17 | Daily Devotion | Value What Is Spiritual Above What Is Earthly | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 16
10mAugust 15 | Daily Devotion | Learn From Others' Mistakes | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 14
1h 6mMarriage Questions & Answers — Zac Poonen — August 2, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11
1h 3mWe Must Decrease for Christ to Increase — Zac Poonen — August 2, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11
46mChildren's Questions & Answers — Zac Poonen — August 1, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11
10mAugust 10 | Daily Devotion | Pride Brought Sin, Humility Brought Salvation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 9
9mAugust 9 | Daily Devotion | Deal With The Hidden Root To Get The Victory Over Sin | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 8
40mZac Poonen - The Fear of God and Humility
Zac Poonen · Jul 28
10mJuly 26 | Daily Devotion | When I Am Weak, Then I Am Strong | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25
11mJuly 21 | Daily Devotion | Be Merciful And Don't Judge According To The Flesh | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 20
9mJuly 13 | Daily Devotion | A Good Foundation: Humility And A Good Inner Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 12
11mJuly 12 | Daily Devotion | The Three Conditions Of Discipleship | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 11
15mZac Poonen - Learning from Jesus Riding on a Donkey
Zac Poonen · Jul 7
14mZac Poonen - Having Right Attitudes When Breaking Bread
Zac Poonen · Jul 7
8mJuly 5 | Daily Devotion | God's Grace Is Given Only To The Humble | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 4
9mJune 30 | Daily Devotion | Forgetting Our Past Sins Makes Us Spiritually Blind | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 29
10mJune 29 | Daily Devotion | A Worshiper Is One Who Has Humility And Reverence Toward God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 28
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.
11mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Be Like Little Children
Zac Poonen · Sep 16, 2025 · 11m
Jesus calls Christians to become like little children by eliminating pride, self-importance, and grudges. True conversion involves developing a childlike mindset—free from thoughts of personal greatness, inability to hold grudges, and genuine love for others—which is the path to humility and spiritual greatness in God's kingdom.
1h 45mCFC India
Dead Works And The New Covenant | ನಿರ್ಜೀವ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಹೊಸ ಒಡಂಬಡಿಕೆ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Sep 15, 2025 · 1h 45m
The speaker emphasizes that true understanding of God's truth, particularly regarding the New Covenant, requires moving beyond mere adherence to rules or external practices. He warns against falling into the extremes of legalism or worldly indulgence, stressing that the path of truth is narrow. Ultimately, he urges the congregation to confront their pride and self-sufficiency, as true spiritual maturity comes from a deep, humble reliance on Christ's judgment seat rather than self-proclaimed spiritual status.
58mCFC India
Dead Works And The New Covenant - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7, 2025 · 58m
The speaker warns that legalism is the primary hindrance to entering the new covenant, cautioning against falling into the trap of worldliness while simultaneously criticizing the extremes of both. He emphasizes that the Christian life requires walking a very narrow path, which demands constant self-examination and humility. Ultimately, the message stresses that spiritual pride is worse than sin, and believers must judge themselves severely to avoid hypocrisy and judgment at Christ's return.
1h 7mCFC India
Righteousness With Peace And Joy - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 7, 2025 · 1h 7m
The central message emphasizes that many biblical promises, including provision for earthly needs and eternal rewards, are conditional. To receive God's blessings, one must first seek God's kingdom and righteousness above all else. Furthermore, true discipleship requires giving everything—plans, possessions, and ambitions—to God, rather than offering only a percentage. Humility, not gifting or status, is the key to eternal reward.
7mCFC Daily Devotions
August 28 | Daily Devotion | Only Humble People Receive Grace And Scare The Devil | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 27, 2025 · 7m
The central message emphasizes that humility is the greatest defense against the devil, as he fears humble people. The speaker draws from James 4:6-7, instructing listeners to first submit and humble themselves before God before attempting to resist the devil. Furthermore, the sermon stresses that receiving God's grace is proven when sin no longer has dominion over a believer's life, urging the audience to take repentance and humility seriously.
1h 32mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen - "Christ Wants to Build a Pure Church" | Austin CFC | 2025-08-24
Zac Poonen · Aug 24, 2025 · 1h 32m
The church must be built upon the divine revelation of Christ, not merely on human knowledge or understanding gained from study. The true measure of a church is its ability to withstand the powers of darkness, which only Christ can build it against. Furthermore, believers must guard against the danger of self-justification and seeking the esteem of men, remembering that God values humility over impressive abilities like preaching or singing.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
August 22 | Daily Devotion | Never Evaluate Yourself By External Life And Be Deceived | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 21, 2025 · 9m
True spirituality is not measured by external religious activities like knowing scripture, preaching, or singing, but by the daily willingness to deny one's own will and selfishness. The speaker emphasizes that one must constantly seek light on their own selfishness—whether in finances, family life, or ministry—and actively deny it to build a life foundation on the rock, rather than the shifting sand of mere understanding or emotion.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
August 17 | Daily Devotion | Value What Is Spiritual Above What Is Earthly | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 16, 2025 · 9m
The message uses the story of Esau selling his birthright for a meal to warn against valuing earthly things over spiritual blessings. The speaker emphasizes that true spirituality comes from grace and humility, not from education or social status. Ultimately, one must strive to enter through the narrow door by maintaining a humble mindset, as repentance can be impossible when one neglects spiritual values for worldly gain.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
August 15 | Daily Devotion | Learn From Others' Mistakes | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 14, 2025 · 10m
The central message is that true spiritual growth requires constant self-examination, or judging oneself daily, rather than merely judging others. The speaker contrasts the tendency to judge others, like the Pharisees, with the necessary humility to learn from one's own mistakes. He emphasizes that this daily self-judgment is a mark of the true family of God and is the only way to make continuous progress in the Christian life.
1h 6mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Marriage Questions & Answers — Zac Poonen — August 2, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11, 2025 · 1h 6m
The speaker addresses marital struggles by emphasizing that a failure to love others often stems from a failure to love God wholeheartedly, which requires breaking the self-love habit. He defines true faith as helpless dependence on God, contrasting it with arrogant self-sufficiency. Regarding marital intimacy and disagreements, he asserts that sexual desire does not decrease with spiritual closeness and advises couples to humble themselves and obey God's design. Finally, he counsels that in household disagreements, like tidiness or parenting styles, patience and self-denial are more important than being 'right,' as anger is worse than disorder.
1h 3mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
We Must Decrease for Christ to Increase — Zac Poonen — August 2, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11, 2025 · 1h 3m
The central message is that true discipleship requires believers to actively decrease in prominence so that Christ may increase. Drawing from Paul's experience and John 10, the speaker argues that any desire for personal recognition or being seen is a hindrance to Christ's glory. He emphasizes that a genuine man of God longs to be inconspicuous, allowing Christ to be the focus.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Children's Questions & Answers — Zac Poonen — August 1, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 11, 2025 · 46m
The central message is to emulate the character of Jesus Christ, particularly by learning from the innocence and humility of a child. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian living involves shedding adult pride, forgiving easily, and consistently obeying parents and God. He encourages the audience to strive for holiness, mirroring Jesus' perfect example in all aspects of life.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
August 10 | Daily Devotion | Pride Brought Sin, Humility Brought Salvation | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 9, 2025 · 10m
The root of all sin is pride, which leads to self-exaltation, as exemplified by the fall of an archangel. Conversely, the root of salvation is humility, which is best illustrated by Christ's self-emptying. True humility involves treating others as more important than oneself, recognizing one's own lowliness, and adopting the attitude of Christ—emptying oneself, taking the lowest place, and ultimately accepting the role of a servant.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
August 9 | Daily Devotion | Deal With The Hidden Root To Get The Victory Over Sin | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 8, 2025 · 9m
The speaker explains that while the Old Covenant law could only address the external manifestations of sin, Jesus came to strike at the root of sin. This root is not found in specific sins like anger or lust, but rather in the heart becoming proud due to one's own wisdom, beauty, or achievements. True victory over sin requires confronting this internal pride, which hinders spiritual growth, allowing the Holy Spirit to work on the heart.
40mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Fear of God and Humility
Zac Poonen · Jul 28, 2025 · 40m
The fear of God and humility are rare but essential characteristics for mature New Testament Christians seeking to reflect Jesus Christ. These two qualities, as exemplified by Christ himself, lead to spiritual wealth, honor, and eternal life, and manifest practically through careful judgment that doesn't rely solely on what we see or hear but waits patiently for fuller understanding. Growing beyond spiritual infancy requires cultivating reverence for God and genuine humility, which the sevenfold Holy Spirit imparts to believers who diligently pursue God's word and walk in intimate fellowship with Him.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
July 26 | Daily Devotion | When I Am Weak, Then I Am Strong | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25, 2025 · 10m
The central message is that God's power is most evident when we are weak, echoing Paul's realization that he is
11mCFC Daily Devotions
July 21 | Daily Devotion | Be Merciful And Don't Judge According To The Flesh | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 20, 2025 · 11m
The sermon contrasts the superficial piety of those who follow prosperity gospel teachings with the genuine humility found in the poor. The speaker emphasizes that God tests our heart's attitude, not our material wealth or perceived spiritual status. Drawing from the story of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery, he argues that judging others according to the flesh is wrong, as God's purpose is to save, not to judge.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
July 13 | Daily Devotion | A Good Foundation: Humility And A Good Inner Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 12, 2025 · 9m
The central message emphasizes that true spiritual depth comes from humility, comparing it to the childlike state. The speaker stresses that believers must seek revelation from God through the Holy Spirit rather than merely accumulating knowledge, as knowledge can lead to pride. Furthermore, true righteousness requires an internal transformation that surpasses mere external adherence to rules, building a life, family, and church on a solid foundation.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
July 12 | Daily Devotion | The Three Conditions Of Discipleship | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 11, 2025 · 11m
Discipleship requires three key conditions: first, loving Jesus supremely above all else, even family; second, daily taking up one's cross by refusing to harbor bitterness or offense against others; and third, relinquishing the sense of personal possession over all material things. The speaker emphasizes that these practices ensure Christ remains the supreme authority in one's life.
15mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Learning from Jesus Riding on a Donkey
Zac Poonen · Jul 7, 2025 · 15m
Jesus riding on a donkey exemplifies God's counter-cultural values, deliberately rejecting human standards of honor, attractiveness, and capability. Through this image and examples like the Apostle Paul and Joni Eareckson Tada, Zac Poonen teaches that God deliberately uses the weak, despised, and overlooked to accomplish His purposes, and believers should value others not by worldly metrics but by recognizing Christ's presence in them.
14mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Having Right Attitudes When Breaking Bread
Zac Poonen · Jul 7, 2025 · 14m
When breaking bread at the Lord's table, Christians must examine themselves with humility and self-judgment rather than judging others, asking 'Lord, is it me?' in light of Jesus' teaching. The breaking of bread should reflect Jesus' example of servant leadership and humility, demonstrated when he washed his disciples' feet—a model of how believers should serve one another in the church community.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
July 5 | Daily Devotion | God's Grace Is Given Only To The Humble | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 4, 2025 · 8m
The message distinguishes between mercy, which covers past sins, and grace, which provides help for future situations. The central theme is that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble, a truth emphasized in Proverbs, James, and 1 Peter. Understanding this principle is vital because God resists the proud, while the humble are supported and lifted up by grace, even when facing constant struggles like Paul's 'thorn in the flesh.'
9mCFC Daily Devotions
June 30 | Daily Devotion | Forgetting Our Past Sins Makes Us Spiritually Blind | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 29, 2025 · 9m
The central message is that true faith is cultivated by recognizing one's profound unworthiness before God, rather than feeling deserving of anything. To achieve this, believers must remember their past sins, not out of guilt, but to continually humble themselves and prevent spiritual pride. Forgetting one's past sins leads to spiritual blindness, while remembering them leads to a deeper reliance on Christ's cleansing blood.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 29 | Daily Devotion | A Worshiper Is One Who Has Humility And Reverence Toward God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 28, 2025 · 10m
The speaker argues that modern Christianity suffers from a decline in genuine reverence and worship toward God. True worship, exemplified by figures like Job and Abraham, involves a profound recognition of one's unworthiness before God. This reverence brings wisdom and freedom from sin, contrasting sharply with superficial religious displays or self-esteem issues. The message concludes by emphasizing that the title of an 'unworthy slave' is the highest honor, earned through obedience to Christ's commandments.