Who Can Build the Body of Christ: 5: One Who Values Fellowship with God - Zac Poonen - May 24, 2014

Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2019 · 1h 5m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

NCCF Church Sharing

CFC Messages · Nov 9, 2020 · 22m · NCCF Church

The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate goal of Christian life is not self-improvement or personal betterment, but rather to reflect Jesus Christ's glory. He warns against diluting the gospel into self-help advice, arguing that Christ's sacrifice is unnecessary if that is the end goal. True discipleship requires acknowledging one's helplessness before God and recognizing that Christ is everything, leading to a life focused solely on His glory and will.

Baptism And Salvation From The World - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Aug 12, 2014 · 1h 4m · CFC India

Following Jesus Through Your Trials & Created for His Pleasure — Allan D & Chetan C — June 7, 2026

Allan D · Jun 13, 2026 · 17m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

Discipleship requires willingly following Jesus even when it is inconvenient or difficult, mirroring His example. The speaker shares personal experiences of grief and trial, realizing that true discipleship means serving others and focusing on the needs of others, even when personally struggling. Ultimately, following Christ means yielding to His will rather than relying on one's own strength.

Bobby McDonald - New Covenant Disciples Are Kind

Bobby McDonald · Jan 30, 2023 · 26m · NCCF Church

NCCF Church Sharing - April 22, 2018

CFC Messages · Apr 23, 2018 · 11m · NCCF Church

The speaker encourages the audience to reflect on Jesus's profound mercy, exemplified by his words on the cross and his eagerness to receive repentant hearts. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires more than just good works or adherence to commandments; it demands a deep, personal faith that acknowledges God's lordship over one's life. The message concludes by urging believers to prioritize a relationship with Christ over material possessions and to never forget God's promises, no matter how much effort they put into their faith.

1Tim3:16 Don't follow a false Christ who is incomplete: https://youtu.be/YyS8syZIHjI #santoshpoonen

Santosh Poonen · Dec 1, 2025 · 59s · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker emphasizes the complete nature of Christ, contrasting it with any gospel that suggests mere forgiveness without transformation. True discipleship requires following a Christ who was fully revealed in the flesh and who calls believers to be conformed to His image. This complete Christ was vindicated by the Spirit, seen by angels, and proclaimed globally.

Taking Up The Cross And Building Christ’s Church - Zac Poonen (Tamil)

Zac Poonen · Feb 22, 2022 · 1h 2m · CFC India

We Must Decrease for Christ to Increase — Zac Poonen — August 2, 2025

Zac Poonen · Aug 11, 2025 · 1h 3m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

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.

NCCF Church Sharing

CFC Messages · Nov 21, 2022 · 15m · NCCF Church

The speaker shares five principles for raising children to be disciples for God, emphasizing that the motive must be pure and for God alone. He stresses that discipleship is dependent on God's work, requires a spiritually peaceful home environment, involves sowing time and effort bountifully, and is ultimately about reflecting Jesus' character.

All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 6 of 80) - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 27, 2014 · 26m · CFC India

The sermon emphasizes that the Great Commission has two parts: making disciples and teaching them to obey everything Jesus commanded. The speaker uses the analogy of a carpenter shop to illustrate that focusing only on evangelism (making legs) without discipleship (making tables) leaves the work incomplete. He warns against serving both God and material wealth (Mammon) and stresses that the only one to worship and serve is the Lord Jesus Christ, cautioning against elevating any human leader to a mediating role between God and man.

Testimonies Of God's Leading - (Brothers Sharing)

CFC Messages · Jan 7, 2015 · 1h 19m · CFC India

Bobby McDonald - 2 Things God Impressed Upon Me In 2016

Bobby McDonald · Dec 26, 2016 · 9m · NCCF Church

December 26 | Daily Devotion | Only One Example God Has Given Us Today - Jesus Christ

Zac Poonen · Dec 25, 2025 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions

The central message is that Jesus Christ is the sole and ultimate example for Christian living, surpassing even the great figures of the Old Testament. True discipleship involves following Christ's example, which means that when believers inevitably stumble, they must immediately repent and press on, rather than dwelling on past failures. This pattern of immediate recovery is what defines following Christ.

Satisfied in Christ but Thirsting for Him -- Santosh Poonen -- September 22, 2024

Santosh Poonen · Sep 23, 2024 · 1h 17m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The sermon emphasizes that true discipleship means being deeply connected to Christ, comparing the Church to the bride who follows Jesus everywhere. The speaker urges the congregation to prioritize hearing and singing to Jesus, noting that His excitement for our praise surpasses any musical performance. He concludes with a prayer asking for the Holy Spirit's fire, purity, and strength for daily living, especially in marriage.

Jeremy Utley - The Half-Truths That Deceive Us Today

Jeremy Utley · Jan 5, 2022 · 24m · NCCF Church

The Grace in Which We Stand and Overcome -- Zac Poonen -- July 31, 2022

Zac Poonen · Aug 1, 2022 · 57m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The central message is that maintaining unbroken fellowship with God requires absolute honesty, which is presented as more crucial than perfect holiness. The speaker warns against pretense and hypocrisy, urging listeners to confess faults directly to God rather than blaming others, citing the example of Adam. True discipleship involves living openly in the light of God's truth.

Seven Things We Must Always Do | सात बातें जो हमें हमेशा करनी चाहिए | Zac Poonen | Hindi

Zac Poonen · Nov 18, 2021 · 1h 7m · CFC India

The sermon emphasizes that true discipleship requires more than just hearing the gospel; it demands a deep, internal transformation that mirrors Christ's life. The speaker contrasts the old covenant's focus on external adherence to law with the new covenant's emphasis on an internal life empowered by the Holy Spirit. Key takeaways include the necessity of living by the Spirit's power, embracing forgiveness, and understanding that true spiritual life is a continuous process of following Christ's example.

NCCF Church Sharing - January 26, 2020

CFC Messages · Jan 31, 2020 · 21m · NCCF Church

The central message emphasizes that Christian growth requires believers to first internalize God's commands personally before attempting to teach them to others. The speaker warns against hypocrisy, using the analogy of a flight mask to illustrate that one must secure their own spiritual survival first. True discipleship requires taking God's Word as life, approaching it with humility, and constantly examining one's own heart and actions.

2020.02.23_Faithfulness With Our Body and Our Money - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 24, 2020 · 1h 33m · CFC Bangalore Live

The message emphasizes that true Christian discipleship involves setting a visible example for others, particularly those younger in the faith. Following Christ's example means not only speaking the truth but also living it out so that others can emulate that pattern of life. This responsibility is key to building a community that reflects the New Covenant.

Being A Witness By Obedience - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Aug 20, 2014 · 58m · CFC India

40 Q&A_06. What does it mean practically to be a disciple of Jesus Christ?

CFC Messages · Jan 17, 2020 · 2m 5s · CFC India

4. Following Jesus On the Narrow Way — Zac Poonen — August 24, 2024

Zac Poonen · Aug 27, 2024 · 1h 7m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The sermon emphasizes that the Christian life requires following Jesus on the narrow way, drawing parallels between the journey to find a bride and the spiritual journey toward Christ. The speaker urges listeners to fix their eyes on Jesus, who is the author and perfecter of our faith, recognizing that enduring the cross and daily self-denial is superior to any earthly miracle. True discipleship means having an unwavering focus on Christ's glory rather than the difficulties of the journey.

September 14 | Daily Devotion | Do Not Forget Your First Love | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Sep 13, 2024 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions

The central message warns Christians against losing their first love for Jesus Christ, even while remaining active in ministry and good works. The speaker cautions that excessive focus on activity, service, or worldly comforts can dilute genuine devotion, making outward religious life meaningless if the heart's primary focus is not worship of Christ. True discipleship requires maintaining a pure, eager devotion to Jesus, rather than merely looking forward to earthly or heavenly comfort.