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12mJune 18 | Daily Devotion | Be Ready For The Lord’s Coming | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 17
26mZac Poonen - Judging Ourselves Without Condemnation
Zac Poonen · Jun 16
11mJune 17 | Daily Devotion | Walk In The Light | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 16
11mJune 16 | Daily Devotion | Value Fellowship With The Father | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 15
10mJune 15 | Daily Devotion | Fervently Love God And Serve Him All Your Days | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 14
11mJune 14 | Daily Devotion | What Jesus Wants From Us? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 13
9mJune 13 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Will Baptize You With Holy Spirit And Fire | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 12
59mGod's Ways Are Totally Different From Our Ways - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 12
10mJune 12 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Faithful In Little Things | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11
46mZac Poonen - The Meaning of Repentance
Zac Poonen · Jun 11
12mJune 11 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Fulfill All Righteousness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 10
10mJune 10 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Faithful In Money Matters | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 9
8mJune 9 | Daily Devotion | Accept Correction And You Will Grow Spiritually | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 8
10mJune 8 | Daily Devotion | Our Ambition - Only To Please God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 7
13mJune 7 | Daily Devotion | The Most Important Thing In Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 6
13mJune 6 | Daily Devotion | We Must Love God With All Our Heart | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 5
1mWe take even small sins seriously because its eternal life or death! #spoonen youtu.be/Vuc4xi02aSk
Zac Poonen · Jun 5
12mJune 5 | Daily Devotion | The Importance Of Meditating God's Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 4
9mJune 4 | Daily Devotion | Let God Alone Be The Judge | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 3
13mJune 3 | Daily Devotion | Judgement Must Begin With Us First | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 2
10mJune 2 | Daily Devotion | Let Your Love Abound With Discernment | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
13mJune 1 | Daily Devotion | Be An Effective Member In The Body Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 31
9mMay 31 | Daily Devotion | Keep Fighting Against Sexual Sin Until You Overcome | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 30
10mMay 30 | Daily Devotion | Why God Allows You To Fall | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 29
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.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
June 18 | Daily Devotion | Be Ready For The Lord’s Coming | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 17, 2024 · 12m
The central message emphasizes the critical importance of being spiritually prepared for the Lord's return, regardless of whether the church goes through the tribulation. The speaker urges listeners to keep their heads lifted up, symbolizing a constant focus on Christ's glory rather than earthly concerns. True readiness involves spiritual alertness, like the wise virgins, ensuring one is prepared when events happen suddenly.
26mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Judging Ourselves Without Condemnation
Zac Poonen · Jun 16, 2024 · 26m
Zac Poonen teaches that Christians must examine themselves rather than judge others, using the Lord's table as a reminder to crucify our tendency to accuse. He emphasizes that all actions should be done in love, and that love must grow in wisdom—demonstrating practical discernment in relationships, parenting, and church life rather than foolish sentimentality.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
June 17 | Daily Devotion | Walk In The Light | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 16, 2024 · 11m
The central message is that walking in the light of Christ defeats the devil, whose territory is darkness. To maintain this victory, believers must guard against pride, which the devil frequently injects through success or praise. True spiritual authority comes from recognizing that all ability and glory belong to God, and this requires a constant, humble identification with Christ's death.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
June 16 | Daily Devotion | Value Fellowship With The Father | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 15, 2024 · 11m
The speaker emphasizes that sin, not sickness, is what leads to hell, stressing that the seriousness of sin is often underestimated. He uses Jesus' experience on the cross, where fellowship with the Father was broken, to illustrate the profound value of this relationship. The message urges listeners to treat sin with the same gravity as a broken fellowship, encouraging fervent prayer to overcome sin and live in constant awareness of God's presence.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 15 | Daily Devotion | Fervently Love God And Serve Him All Your Days | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 14, 2024 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes that a truly vibrant Christian life stems from a deep, fervent devotion to Christ, which is a work of the Holy Spirit. He uses personal anecdotes, including a near-fatal accident and his commitment to serving God out of love rather than for reward, to illustrate this point. Ultimately, he compares this selfless devotion to the profound love relationship with Christ, stating that serving God is an eternally satisfying experience.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
June 14 | Daily Devotion | What Jesus Wants From Us? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2024 · 11m
The central message is that true worship involves declaring to Jesus that nothing on earth is desired more than Him, as exemplified by Psalm 73:25. The speaker emphasizes that genuine spirituality comes from being a worshipper, not just knowing scripture, and that this devotion must remain constant even when life circumstances change. Ultimately, the goal is to love Christ supremely, prioritizing Him above career, wealth, comfort, or even ministry itself.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
June 13 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Will Baptize You With Holy Spirit And Fire | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 12, 2024 · 9m
The speaker emphasizes that true fullness of the Holy Spirit is not a one-time event but requires continuous commitment to 'the way of the Cross.' He uses the analogy of a cup becoming a bucket, tub, lake, and river to illustrate that consistent self-denial and following Christ's path increase one's capacity to receive the Spirit. The message concludes by urging listeners to move beyond initial spiritual experiences and embrace a lifelong walk of discipleship to experience the continuous flow of the Spirit's power.
59mCFC India
God's Ways Are Totally Different From Our Ways - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 12, 2024 · 59m
The central message is that God's ways and thoughts are fundamentally different from human understanding, as illustrated by Isaiah 55:8-9. The speaker encourages listeners to accept this mystery rather than questioning God's timing or methods, even when prayers seem unanswered. True worship, he argues, involves focusing solely on God's glory, mirroring the worship in heaven where no individual is seen or exalted.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 12 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Faithful In Little Things | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 11, 2024 · 10m
The central message emphasizes that faith, not human reason or understanding, is the greatest asset in the Christian life. The speaker draws from Proverbs 3 to warn against leaning on reason, citing Jesus's consistent praise of faith, even in seemingly insignificant acts. He also stresses the importance of appreciating others, even unbelievers, and notes that true discipleship requires humility and an honest heart, free from hypocrisy.
46mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Meaning of Repentance
Zac Poonen · Jun 11, 2024 · 46m
Zac Poonen teaches that true spiritual growth requires sensitivity to God's correction and reproof, illustrating how submission to discipline—rather than resistance—positions believers for greater usefulness in God's kingdom. He emphasizes that repentance and faith are inseparable foundations of Christian life, and that most modern preaching neglects the corrective and exhortative content that comprises the bulk of New Testament teaching.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
June 11 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Fulfill All Righteousness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 10, 2024 · 12m
Jesus' initial ministry began by fulfilling all righteousness, as exemplified by His baptism in the Jordan River. The speaker argues that while salvation comes through faith and repentance, believers must take the seemingly small aspects of Christian practice—like baptism, breaking bread, or head covering—seriously because they are part of God's plan to fulfill righteousness. Arrogance leads us to dismiss these practices as mere symbols, but Jesus viewed them as essential to His divine purpose.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 10 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be Faithful In Money Matters | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 9, 2024 · 10m
The central message emphasizes that being faithful in money matters is a reflection of having the mind of Christ, which is more important than mere righteousness. The speaker advises living simply and paying debts promptly, noting that God accepts what is offered with a willing heart, even if the full amount cannot be paid. True riches are defined as revelation on God's word, the continuous anointing of the Holy Spirit, and likeness to Jesus Christ.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
June 9 | Daily Devotion | Accept Correction And You Will Grow Spiritually | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 8, 2024 · 8m
The speaker emphasizes that spiritual growth requires accepting correction, rebuke, and discipline from the Lord, comparing this to anointing with oil. He shares a personal testimony about how enduring years of misunderstanding and silence was crucial for God to build the ministry of CFC. Ultimately, he urges listeners to submit to God's discipline, recognizing that when God
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 8 | Daily Devotion | Our Ambition - Only To Please God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 7, 2024 · 10m
The core message is that a person's true spiritual status is determined not by their good deeds, but by their fundamental ambition: whether they live to please God. The speaker emphasizes that God judges the heart's goal, not isolated mistakes. He encourages the audience to strive for a life that pleases God, drawing parallels to Jesus's baptism and asserting that God shows no partiality, requiring humility to receive His grace.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
June 7 | Daily Devotion | The Most Important Thing In Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 6, 2024 · 13m
The most important commandment is to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind, which supersedes all other concerns. The speaker argues that most life tensions, including those in marriage and church fellowship, stem from failing to prioritize this all-encompassing love for God. True freedom from anxiety comes from seeking God's kingdom first, as taught in Matthew 6:33.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
June 6 | Daily Devotion | We Must Love God With All Our Heart | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 5, 2024 · 13m
The ultimate goal of Christian teaching is to guide people to love God with all their heart, soul, and mind. The speaker distinguishes between a good conscience (where one confesses sins) and a pure heart (where nothing is loved except God). True discipleship requires prioritizing God above all else, as this supreme love will permeate and improve every area of life, including work and relationships.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
We take even small sins seriously because its eternal life or death! #spoonen youtu.be/Vuc4xi02aSk
Zac Poonen · Jun 5, 2024 · 1m
The speaker emphasizes that sin, even seemingly small sins, must be taken with extreme seriousness because the stakes are eternal life or death. He uses the analogy of germs in surgery to illustrate how unseen, small things can have deadly consequences, drawing a parallel to the spiritual danger of sin. This underscores the need for high standards within the church.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
June 5 | Daily Devotion | The Importance Of Meditating God's Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 4, 2024 · 12m
The central message emphasizes the vital discipline of meditating on God's Word daily, going beyond mere reading. The speaker stresses that true spiritual sustenance comes from allowing the Word to guide one's life, citing Jesus' reliance on scripture during temptation. Developing this habit, even with printed Bibles, is presented as foundational for spiritual growth and finding God's guidance in difficult times.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
June 4 | Daily Devotion | Let God Alone Be The Judge | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 3, 2024 · 9m
The central message warns against judging others, emphasizing that only God is the true judge. The speaker urges listeners to focus on self-examination and repentance instead of criticizing others, citing passages from James and 1 Corinthians. True holiness resides in the heart, and the ultimate accountability will be at the judgment seat of Christ, where self-judgment and mercy shown to others will be key.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
June 3 | Daily Devotion | Judgement Must Begin With Us First | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 2, 2024 · 13m
The sermon emphasizes that judgment must begin with the individual, urging listeners to judge themselves first rather than judging others. Key areas for self-examination include anger, which the speaker equates to murder in the New Covenant, and the theft of reputation or time. The speaker stresses the importance of thorough investigation before making accusations, referencing Deuteronomy 13, and warns that true Christianity requires moving from accusation to love.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 2 | Daily Devotion | Let Your Love Abound With Discernment | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2024 · 10m
The central message emphasizes the necessity of developing discernment, which is distinct from judging others. The speaker advises believers to be wise as serpents but harmless as doves, urging the audience not to be fooled by appearances or pass judgment prematurely. True wisdom involves trusting in God's ultimate revelation rather than relying solely on one's senses or immediate opinions.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
June 1 | Daily Devotion | Be An Effective Member In The Body Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 31, 2024 · 13m
The central message warns against being a 'busy body' or meddler in the affairs of others, citing 1 Peter 4:15. The speaker emphasizes that passing judgment on others is arrogant and often based on incomplete information. He encourages listeners to emulate Christ by judging neither by what they see nor by what they hear, instead seeking to live with reverence for God.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
May 31 | Daily Devotion | Keep Fighting Against Sexual Sin Until You Overcome | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 30, 2024 · 9m
The speaker encourages listeners to persistently fight against sexual sin, using the analogy of wrestling to illustrate that continued effort, even through losses, builds strength. He emphasizes that giving up is worse than failing, and advises young people to draw strength and example from Jesus's own victories over temptation. Ultimately, the message stresses the importance of fighting the battle to achieve purity and a strong life.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
May 30 | Daily Devotion | Why God Allows You To Fall | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 29, 2024 · 10m
God's way often involves allowing us to reach a 'zero point'—a place of total failure—because this breaking is necessary preparation for God to fill us with the Holy Spirit and use us mightily. The message assures listeners that even if they feel like total failures, God still loves them and is praying that their faith will not fail. True faith is believing in God's love even after repeated failures.