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6mBobby McDonald · Jun 29
5mZac Poonen · Jun 28
45mSantosh Poonen · Jun 28
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Jun 27
57mAjay Chakravarthy · Jun 27
1h 9mZac Poonen · Jun 27
13mJeremy Utley · Jun 23
1h 32mZac Poonen · Jun 20
22mAjay Chakravarthy · Jun 20
43mAnnie Poonen · Jun 17
12mNCCF Church · Jun 15
14mBobby McDonald · Jun 15
1h 9mZac Poonen · Jun 14
2m 12sZac Poonen · Jun 7
1m 4sZac Poonen · Jun 7
4m 20sZac Poonen · Jun 7
4m 28sZac Poonen · Jun 5
33mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Jun 4
53mZac Poonen · Jun 1
54mIan Robson · Jun 1
1h 0mZac Poonen · May 29
17mOlu Talabi · May 28
58mZac Poonen · May 28
1h 1mZac Poonen · May 28
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.
6mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald · Jun 29, 2021 · 6m
The central message is the priceless value of maintaining a clean conscience, drawing inspiration from Paul's commitment to a blameless conscience before God and man. The speaker shares personal experiences battling temptation and anxiety, concluding that the best way to please God is by cultivating great faith, much like Jesus calming the storm, and clinging to God's Word when temptations arise.
5mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen · Jun 28, 2021 · 5m
The central message emphasizes the importance of hope alongside faith and love, drawing from 1 Corinthians 13. The speaker cautions that the devil often tries to discourage believers by focusing on past failures. Instead, believers must hold onto the assurance that God who began a good work in them will certainly complete it, providing strength for the Christian life, especially as times become more intense.
45mNCCF Church
Santosh Poonen · Jun 28, 2021 · 45m
The central message is that Christians are called to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker emphasizes that true faith requires trusting God's plan even when the outcome is unseen, drawing parallels to the anchor of hope found in scripture. He highlights that God is full of hope (Romans 15:13) and comfort (2 Corinthians 1), which are necessary for spiritual growth and perseverance.
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Jun 27, 2021 · 19m
The speaker emphasizes that truly knowing God as Father is not just intellectual knowledge but an experience gained through times of testing and chaos. He draws heavily on Luke 10 and John 14, stressing that this deep knowledge comes through following Christ and keeping His commandments. Furthermore, he encourages the congregation to practice asking God in faith, referencing Matthew 7:7, and warns against the danger of worldly love weakening one's faith, citing the example of Demas.
57mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jun 27, 2021 · 57m
The sermon emphasizes that knowing God as Father is not dependent on physical lineage, but rather on adopting a heart of care, like that of a father or mother. The speaker draws examples from Paul's pastoral care and Jesus's reactions to acts of faith, concluding that the core requirement for believers is to maintain daily, unwavering faith that God cares for them personally, even amidst life's storms.
1h 9mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 27, 2021 · 1h 9m
The central message is that God desires believers to be free from discouragement and anxiety by seeking His kingdom and righteousness first. The speaker draws comfort from scripture, emphasizing that God is the God of encouragement and perseverance. He advises believers to grieve naturally over loss but not grieve like those who do not have the hope of resurrection, and to trust God's sovereignty over life and death.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley · Jun 23, 2021 · 13m
The sermon uses Moses' concern for God's reputation when the Israelites doubted God's ability to bring them into the Promised Land to illustrate a deeper spiritual point. The central message is that believers must not allow doubt or the thought that God cannot fulfill His promises to take root, as this dishonors God's name. Instead, we must embrace the fullness of God's promise and live entirely for Christ, recognizing that our calling is based on what Christ accomplished, not on our own merit.
1h 32mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jun 20, 2021 · 1h 32m
The central message is that God desires for believers to overcome discouragement by focusing on His provision and kingdom rather than earthly anxieties. The speaker advises distinguishing between healthy concern and worry, reminding the audience to seek God's kingdom and righteousness first, as all other concerns will be added to them.
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jun 20, 2021 · 22m
The speaker encourages the audience to desire a life that reflects the 'fragrance of heaven' in all areas—work, home, and church—by being authentic in all settings. Drawing parallels from the Bible, he emphasizes that just as Queen of Sheba traveled from the ends of the earth to meet Solomon, believers should seek deep, personal encounters with the Lord, trusting Him with our difficult questions and circumstances. The ultimate goal is to have an experience so profound that it becomes a powerful testimony, like the Queen who said, 'I did not believe the reports until I came and my eyes saw it.'
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Annie Poonen · Jun 17, 2021 · 43m
The message centers on the sin of partiality, which can manifest in personal relationships, parenting, or judging others. The speaker advises listeners to forgive those who have been partial to them and to actively examine their own lives for hidden biases. Ultimately, the core truth to hold onto is that God shows no partiality, which provides a foundation for faith even when earthly circumstances appear unfair.
12mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Jun 15, 2021 · 12m
The speaker shares his deep personal testimony of why he continues to follow Jesus, emphasizing that his commitment stems from Jesus' unwavering love and grace. He recounts how Jesus loved him even when he was an enemy and how Jesus has shown His hand in every area of his life, including his marriage and family. Ultimately, he concludes that Jesus is the only way to true peace, hope, and life.
14mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald · Jun 15, 2021 · 14m
The central message is that true Christian faith must be built on an unwavering understanding of God's love, which is best exemplified by John 3:16. The speaker warns against counterfeiting God's love, which often leads people to doubt God when facing hardship or disappointment. True faith trusts God's love regardless of external circumstances, recognizing that God's ways and thoughts are infinitely higher than our own limited understanding.
1h 9mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Jun 14, 2021 · 1h 9m
God desires that believers remain free from discouragement and anxiety, which often stem from earthly concerns. Instead of worrying about external circumstances, believers are taught to seek God's kingdom and righteousness first, trusting that God will provide for all needs. Furthermore, Christians are encouraged to grieve differently than the world, finding comfort in the hope of reunion with loved ones who have passed away, as God sovereignly determines the number of our days.
2m 12sCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 7, 2021 · 2m 12s
The video addresses a question from a young woman considering marriage who heard stories of arranged marriages where the groom had HIV, and she subsequently contracted it. The core question is whether she should insist on medical test reports from the prospective groom or if she should proceed based on faith. The discussion touches upon the seriousness of such health risks in marriage.
1m 4sCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 7, 2021 · 1m 4s
The speaker addresses the common issue of intellectually knowing spiritual truths without experiencing visible growth in one's spiritual life. The core message suggests that mere listening to teachings is insufficient for true spiritual maturity. The discussion implies that a deeper, experiential dimension is necessary for genuine spiritual progress.
4m 20sCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 7, 2021 · 4m 20s
The discussion addresses the common struggle of losing confidence and joy in Christ after repeated falls into sin. It emphasizes that discouragement is a natural part of the process, and the core message revolves around maintaining one's faith and confidence in God despite setbacks. The speaker guides the listener on how to overcome this discouragement.
4m 28sCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 5, 2021 · 4m 28s
The Bible teaches that Jesus Christ is the living demonstration of what God is. A core commandment is to love God the Father and to love Jesus more than one loves their own relatives and friends. This love must be so profound that one is willing to die for it.
33mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Jun 4, 2021 · 33m
The service focused on praising God for His wonderful grace and the life-giving power of Christ. The speaker encouraged the congregation to live out their faith practically, reigning over sin, anger, and selfish ambition daily. A key message was to commit all needs, including doubts and struggles, to God, trusting in His unchanging plan and seeking His kingdom first.
53mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2021 · 53m
The central message is that genuine Christian life requires both repentance and faith, with repentance being the foundational element. Repentance is defined as a complete 180-degree turn away from self-centered sin and toward God. The speaker warns that many Christians only make partial turns, leading to an unsatisfying spiritual life, and emphasizes that true salvation involves a desire to give up everything displeasing to God, not just believing in Jesus Christ.
54mCFC India
Ian Robson · Jun 1, 2021 · 54m
The speaker encourages the audience to memorize and deeply believe Psalm 91, emphasizing that true security comes from dwelling permanently in the 'secret place of the most high.' This dwelling is not just for times of trouble but should be a constant state of abiding in God's presence, mirroring the faith shown by trusting God even when circumstances are dire. Ultimately, the goal is to live continually in this secret place, seeking to behold God's glory and meditate on His presence daily.
1h 0mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 29, 2021 · 1h 0m
The sermon uses Daniel's life to illustrate the necessity of unwavering faithfulness to God, even when facing persecution or in secular life. Daniel exemplified excellence and integrity in his professional life while maintaining deep devotion through consistent prayer. The message urges Christians to live lives so exemplary that the only fault others can find is their devotion to Christ, preparing them for future times of legal persecution.
17mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Olu Talabi · May 28, 2021 · 17m
The speaker reflects on the passage of Genesis 17, questioning the focus on external rituals like circumcision, which was commanded for both Israelites and non-Jews. He argues that God's true concern, as supported by scripture, is not external observance but the condition of the heart. True righteousness and obedience come from the heart being bent to follow God's commandments, exemplified by Abraham's faith and culminating in Christ.
58mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 28, 2021 · 58m
The sermon compares the Old Covenant experience of Moses, who spoke with God face-to-face, to the modern Christian tendency to rely on mere visions or dreams. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual privilege involves a direct, face-to-face relationship with God, which Moses exemplified by rejecting the world's honors, sinful pleasures, and wealth. Ultimately, the message challenges listeners to live by faith, mirroring Moses' commitment to God's calling over worldly gain.
1h 1mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 28, 2021 · 1h 1m
The central message is that believers are called to be witnesses not only to people but also to Satan, demonstrating God's wisdom in all aspects of life. This witness must be evident in private actions, such as how one handles money or sin when no one is watching. Ultimately, the goal is to seek the affirmation of God, desiring to be called God's friend and servant, as exemplified by Abraham.