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14mWords of Encouragement -- Olu Talabi & Dave Bertsch -- November 1, 2020
Olu Talabi · Nov 6
59mHas Jesus Committed Himself To You? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 3
1h 26m1st November 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Don't Be Afraid - Satan Has Been Defeated - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 1
26mRLCF Praise Live - October 11, 2020
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 14
18mJeremy Utley - Don't Forget the Debt You've Been Forgiven
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12
1h 26m11th October 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Has Jesus Committed Himself to You? - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 11
21mWords of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane -- September 27, 2020
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Sep 30
1h 3mFreedom From Self-Centeredness - Zac Poonen - August 16, 2009 (Audio Only)
Zac Poonen · Sep 23
1h 5mThe Life Jesus Lived - Zac Poonen - August 15, 2009 (Audio Only)
Zac Poonen · Sep 23
59mThe Spirit of Reality - Zac Poonen - August 15, 2009 (Audio Only)
Zac Poonen · Sep 23
54mThe Lineage of Jesus -- Zac Poonen -- August 14, 2009 (Audio Only)
Zac Poonen · Sep 23
47mJesus Christ Teaches Us to Forgive Others (Message to Women) - Annie Poonen - September 16, 2020
Annie Poonen · Sep 18
29mA Life That Lays Hold Of Jesus | ಯೇಸುವಿನಲ್ಲಿ ನೆಲೆಗೊಂಡ ಜೀವಿತ | Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Sep 15
24mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Sep 14
1h 7mDaniel: The Man Highly Esteemed by God - Zac Poonen - September 6, 2020
Zac Poonen · Sep 7
59mElisha: The Holy, Humble, Anointed Man of God - Zac Poonen - September 5, 2020
Zac Poonen · Sep 7
57mMoses: The Man Who Knew God Face to Face - Zac Poonen - September 5, 2020
Zac Poonen · Sep 6
1h 1mJob: The Man Who Was Praised By God - Zac Poonen - September 5, 2020
Zac Poonen · Sep 6
1h 28m6th September 2020 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Knowing The Father And Being Like Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 6
59mZac Poonen - Has Jesus Committed Himself to You?
Zac Poonen · Aug 31
1h 37m23rd August 2020 - CFC Sunday Church Service |God Wants to Fill You with His Holy Spirit |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 23
16mWords of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & David Lane - August 9, 2020
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Aug 14
1h 14m9th August 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Fervent Love for Christ is the Tree of Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 9
1h 59mAustin CFC | Zac Poonen - A Godly Attitude Towards Money and Sex | 2020-08-08
Zac Poonen · Aug 8
August 5 | Daily Devotion | Idolatry Is Spiritual Adultery | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Zac Poonen teaches that idolatry constitutes spiritual adultery against God, drawing a parallel between unfaithfulness in marriage and unfaithfulness in our devotion to God. The message calls believers to recognize idolatry in their lives and turn from it in repentance to restore their relationship with God.
14mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Olu Talabi & Dave Bertsch -- November 1, 2020
Olu Talabi · Nov 6, 2020 · 14m
The central message encourages believers to overcome the tendency to compare themselves to others by relying on the Holy Spirit's revelation of what God has uniquely called them to do. The speaker emphasizes that every task, no matter how small or menial, is valuable in God's eyes, citing the example of a doorknob. Believers should focus on fulfilling their specific calling rather than comparing themselves to others' ministries or gifts.
59mCFC India
Has Jesus Committed Himself To You? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 3, 2020 · 59m
The speaker emphasizes that true belief in Jesus requires more than just acknowledging His miracles; it demands a personal commitment where Jesus entrusts Himself to the believer. He warns against seeking the approval of men, citing Paul's example, and stresses that one must strive only to please the Lord. Furthermore, he interprets Jesus' coming not as a bringer of universal peace, but as a divine dividing force that sets a person against their own family if they love earthly relationships more than Christ.
1h 26mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribing1st November 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Don't Be Afraid - Satan Has Been Defeated - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 1, 2020 · 1h 26m
The message encourages the congregation not to be afraid because Satan has already been defeated through Christ. The core message is one of assurance in victory, reminding believers of the ultimate triumph over spiritual darkness. It serves as a call to live in the freedom and confidence that comes from knowing Christ's victory.
26mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live - October 11, 2020
CFC Messages · Oct 14, 2020 · 26m
This service is a worship session focused on praising God's grace, mercy, and the saving power of Jesus Christ. The message emphasizes calling God 'Father,' recognizing Him as the one who redeems and offers victory, and committing to living lives that glorify Him in all aspects—marriage, home, and church. The session concludes with a call to live by faith, knowing Jesus is the joy of living.
18mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Don't Forget the Debt You've Been Forgiven
Jeremy Utley · Oct 12, 2020 · 18m
The central message is the critical importance of remembering and living out the magnitude of the forgiveness received from God. The speaker uses the parable of the unforgiving servant to warn that forgetting one's own immense debt of forgiveness leads to unmercy toward others. He concludes that a failure to appreciate God's grace results in a spiritual blindness and a lack of fruitfulness in one's life.
1h 26mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribing11th October 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Has Jesus Committed Himself to You? - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 11, 2020 · 1h 26m
The sermon encourages the congregation to examine the depth of their relationship with Jesus by asking if He has truly committed Himself to them. Zac Poonen emphasizes that a genuine commitment from Christ should manifest in the believer's life, leading to a deeper understanding of grace and personal accountability.
21mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane -- September 27, 2020
CFC Messages · Sep 30, 2020 · 21m
The sermon uses the analogy of the Tabernacle and the living stone (Jesus) to illustrate the nature of the church, which is built by living stones. True spiritual life comes from being genuinely connected to Christ, making Him the sole ambition. The speaker encourages the congregation to focus on a private, pure devotion to Christ, as this secret life will be openly rewarded by God, rather than seeking validation through external activity or noise.
1h 3mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Freedom From Self-Centeredness - Zac Poonen - August 16, 2009 (Audio Only)
Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2020 · 1h 3m
The speaker contrasts the 'destructible life' inherited from Adam with the 'indestructible life' of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that true Christian living requires rejecting the world's pursuits—such as comfort, popularity, and material gain—and instead seeking God's kingdom and righteousness. While spiritual gifts and forgiveness are free, the speaker warns that commitment to Christ's way often requires paying a significant price, as illustrated by the cost of obtaining precious things or the call to buy gold from the Lord.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Life Jesus Lived - Zac Poonen - August 15, 2009 (Audio Only)
Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2020 · 1h 5m
The speaker argues that humanity lives under a 'destructible life' patterned after Adam's, which is characterized by seeking personal pleasure and speaking one's own will. He contrasts this with the 'indestructible life' found in Christ, which requires giving up self-will entirely. The sermon critiques modern religious practices, such as rigid observance of the Sabbath or tithing, arguing that these are merely 'shadows' of the reality found in Christ, where every day can be a holy day dedicated to the Lord.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Spirit of Reality - Zac Poonen - August 15, 2009 (Audio Only)
Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2020 · 59m
The central message is that the Christian life requires two paradoxes: perfect contentment with God's provision in earthly matters and perpetual dissatisfaction with one's spiritual state. The speaker emphasizes that true wealth is not material but the 'indestructible life' found in Christ, which is proven by the resurrection. Believers must learn to be faithful with what they have been given while constantly pressing forward toward Christlikeness.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Lineage of Jesus -- Zac Poonen -- August 14, 2009 (Audio Only)
Zac Poonen · Sep 23, 2020 · 54m
The speaker emphasizes that the book of Hebrews highlights the superiority of the New Covenant over the Old Covenant, which is described as obsolete. He focuses on Jesus' priesthood through the order of Melchizedek, noting that this priesthood was established not by physical lineage or law, but by the 'power of an indestructible life.' He warns that when church practices or personal actions are based on physical requirements or external laws rather than this internal, indestructible life, they revert to the old covenant and become 'dead works.'
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Jesus Christ Teaches Us to Forgive Others (Message to Women) - Annie Poonen - September 16, 2020
Annie Poonen · Sep 18, 2020 · 47m
The central message emphasizes the necessity and power of forgiveness, drawing parallels from Jesus' teachings and various life experiences. The speaker repeatedly stresses that forgiving others, even when wronged, is crucial for personal freedom and spiritual well-being, contrasting unforgiveness with the liberating act of giving forgiveness.
29mCFC India
A Life That Lays Hold Of Jesus | ಯೇಸುವಿನಲ್ಲಿ ನೆಲೆಗೊಂಡ ಜೀವಿತ | Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Sep 15, 2020 · 29m
The speaker draws parallels between the deep, sacrificial love of a father for his children and God's love for humanity, referencing John 3:16. He urges the audience to realize that God has special plans for them through Christ, emphasizing that true Christian life means laying hold of Jesus above all earthly pursuits, including career, reputation, or even physical comfort. The core message is a call to shift focus from self-effort or using Jesus as a means to an end, to fully relying on and experiencing the fullness of Christ.
24mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Sep 14, 2020 · 24m
The central message is that Christians must actively live out their divine nature by remembering and utilizing their dual inheritance: a secure identity in Christ and the accompanying authority. The speaker emphasizes that this inward life, which is sustained by God's promises, must be constantly maintained through prayer and faith, allowing believers to overcome daily struggles and the enemy's attacks. He concludes by urging listeners to take possession of this authority in every situation, knowing that Christ's victory over death guarantees eternal life.
1h 7mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Daniel: The Man Highly Esteemed by God - Zac Poonen - September 6, 2020
Zac Poonen · Sep 7, 2020 · 1h 7m
The speaker uses Daniel as an example of a man highly esteemed by God, contrasting him with other biblical figures who made mistakes. Daniel's life is presented as a model for believers today, particularly regarding resisting the corrupting influence of 'Babylonian Christianity'—which the speaker equates with materialism and financial gain in ministry. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires self-support, like Daniel, and remaining faithful to God's calling despite cultural pressures.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Elisha: The Holy, Humble, Anointed Man of God - Zac Poonen - September 5, 2020
Zac Poonen · Sep 7, 2020 · 59m
The central message is that true knowledge of the truth, as taught by Jesus, results in freedom from sin, not merely intellectual understanding. The speaker uses the example of Elisha, who was a hard-working man, to illustrate that God calls those who are faithful in their existing work. True servants of God are called by God while engaged in their daily labor, not those who seek ministry through institutions.
57mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Moses: The Man Who Knew God Face to Face - Zac Poonen - September 5, 2020
Zac Poonen · Sep 6, 2020 · 57m
The sermon uses Moses' life to illustrate the call to live by New Covenant standards, emphasizing that God values a heart devoted to Him above outward displays of spiritual gifts like visions or dreams. The speaker highlights that the greatest privilege is speaking to God face-to-face, a calling that requires faithfulness and rejecting the world's allurements, such as worldly honor, sinful pleasure, and material wealth, as Moses did.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Job: The Man Who Was Praised By God - Zac Poonen - September 5, 2020
Zac Poonen · Sep 6, 2020 · 1h 1m
The speaker argues that while the Old Testament is foundational scripture, the New Covenant established at Pentecost provides believers with far greater spiritual privileges than those available to Old Testament saints. He cautions against viewing Old Testament figures as having the same level of grace and reality available to Christians today, emphasizing that true reality and grace are only possible through Christ. The message encourages believers to compare their current understanding to the Old Testament examples to recognize their blessings.
1h 28mCFC Bangalore Live
6th September 2020 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Knowing The Father And Being Like Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 6, 2020 · 1h 28m
The message emphasizes shifting our understanding of God from a fearsome policeman to a loving Father, as revealed by Jesus. Jesus' primary mission was to reveal the Father's nature, not just to die for sins. The speaker cautions that remaining self-centered prevents one from achieving the fullness of the Christian life and perfect peace.
59mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Has Jesus Committed Himself to You?
Zac Poonen · Aug 31, 2020 · 59m
The central message is that true discipleship requires the believer to prioritize Christ above all earthly relationships, even family. The speaker draws from John 2:24-25 and Matthew 10:34, arguing that Jesus did not entrust himself to those who merely believed in him without genuine commitment. True faith involves a hatred for sin and a willingness to place Christ's will above the desires of family or man.
1h 37mCFC Bangalore Live
23rd August 2020 - CFC Sunday Church Service |God Wants to Fill You with His Holy Spirit |Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 23, 2020 · 1h 37m
The message emphasizes that the New Testament contains crucial promises, specifically pointing to Matthew 1:21, which is contrasted with the focus on earthly blessings found in the Old Testament. The core message is that believers should focus on the promises related to heaven and character change, rather than being preoccupied with material or physical needs. The speaker urges the congregation to seek the Holy Spirit to be effective witnesses for God's glory.
16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi & David Lane - August 9, 2020
CFC Messages · Aug 14, 2020 · 16m
The central message is a deep call to examine one's heart to ensure that Jesus Christ is valued above everything else. The speaker emphasizes that while the default answer to loving Jesus is 'yes,' one must honestly assess if other things—like ministry roles or worldly achievements—have become more important. True grounding comes from rooting one's life solely in Jesus, allowing God to be 'all in all' by submitting everything to Him.
1h 14mCFC Bangalore Live
9th August 2020 - Sunday Church Service | Fervent Love for Christ is the Tree of Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 9, 2020 · 1h 14m
The message uses the biblical analogy of the Tree of Life in the Garden of Eden to illustrate that true life comes from maintaining a fervent love for Christ. While humanity can learn to discern good from evil through knowledge, this self-sufficiency leads to spiritual death. The speaker emphasizes that remaining connected to Christ is the only way to true life and to be effective witnesses.
1h 59mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC | Zac Poonen - A Godly Attitude Towards Money and Sex | 2020-08-08
Zac Poonen · Aug 8, 2020 · 1h 59m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life is not merely about reaching heaven, but about prioritizing God above all else. He draws from John 14:21 to teach that loving Christ more than anything—including money or sex—is the primary condition for experiencing the Father's love. This commitment to Christ must be lived out daily as a demonstration of discipleship.