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1h 12mGod Wants You to Live Free From All Anxiety - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 1
1h 12mGod Wants You to Live Free From All Anxiety -- Santosh Poonen -- December 5, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Dec 6
1h 5mThe Goal of the New Covenant is to Win Christ -- Santosh Poonen -- November 21, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Nov 22
10mRealizing Our True Purpose #4: God's Power in Us -- Santosh Poonen -- November 18, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Nov 19
1h 7mSpiritual Backsliding Comes Through Neglect -- Santosh Poonen -- November 3, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Nov 4
57mA Dwelling Place for God Like Heaven Upon Earth -- Santosh Poonen -- June 13, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Jun 15
58mThe Spirit of Grace and Supplication -- Santosh Poonen -- May 16, 2021
Santosh Poonen · May 17
1h 4mThe True Circumcision of the New Covenant - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Apr 28
39mLukewarmness Comes From Having Need of Nothing -- Santosh Poonen -- March 14, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Mar 15
6mThe God Who Plans Amid Your Chaos -- Santosh Poonen -- December 25, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Dec 25
58mA Church of Fresh Anointing -- Santosh Poonen -- December 13, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Dec 14
51mDo You Know the Holy Spirit? -- Santosh Poonen -- November 15, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16
1h 1mGod Gives His Holy Spirit To Widows - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Jan 31
48mA Life of Rest and Discernment - Santosh Poonen - December 29, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Dec 30
1h 1mGod Gives His Holy Spirit to Widows - Santosh Poonen - December 15, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Dec 16
48mThe More Excellent Covenant - Santosh Poonen - December 1, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Dec 2
56mThree Hindrances to Faith - Santosh Poonen - October 13, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Oct 13
43mGiving Jesus the First Place is What Knits Us Together in His Body - Santosh Poonen - May 12, 2019
Santosh Poonen · May 13
1h 1mGod's Secret Wavelength - Santosh Poonen - April 28, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Apr 29
53mThe Holy Spirit Helps the Bride Make Herself Ready - Santosh Poonen - May 23, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Mar 10
1h 2mWeekend of Fellowship at Austin CFC, Nov 10 & 11, 2018 - Session 2
Santosh Poonen · Nov 12
29mPrevailing Prayer Begins with Desperate Thirst - Santosh Poonen - October 21, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Oct 22
32mWhen Christ Becomes Your Burden - Santosh Poonen - September 16, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Sep 17
57mI Would Have Despaired Unless I Had Believed - Santosh Poonen - October 22, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Oct 23
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.
1h 12mCFC India
God Wants You to Live Free From All Anxiety - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 1, 2022 · 1h 12m
The speaker emphasizes that Christians should remain dependent on the Holy Spirit rather than being distracted by worldly delights like money or career advancement. He encourages the congregation to come to meetings with a desire to behold the delightfulness of the Lord, drawing parallels between spiritual nourishment and sharing personal testimonies. Ultimately, the goal is to know God's love so deeply that one can recognize Christ's glory upon His return.
1h 12mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God Wants You to Live Free From All Anxiety -- Santosh Poonen -- December 5, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Dec 6, 2021 · 1h 12m
The speaker urges the congregation to prioritize beholding the delightfulness of the Lord over worldly pursuits like money or career advancement. He emphasizes that true spiritual life comes from dependence on the Holy Spirit, not just attending services. The core message is to focus on knowing God's love and desiring to see Jesus clearly when He returns, stripping away all earthly distractions.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Goal of the New Covenant is to Win Christ -- Santosh Poonen -- November 21, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Nov 22, 2021 · 1h 5m
The central message emphasizes that true life and adequacy come solely from the Holy Spirit, not from personal effort or adherence to religious rules. The speaker warns against the danger of living by the 'letter of the law,' which can lead to death, even within a seemingly religious community. He urges the congregation to seek the power of the Holy Spirit as the only source of life that truly pleases God.
10mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Realizing Our True Purpose #4: God's Power in Us -- Santosh Poonen -- November 18, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Nov 19, 2021 · 10m
The central message is that salvation is more than just forgiveness; believers must be empowered by the Holy Spirit to resist the ongoing attraction to sin. God desires believers to become holy and to act as messengers, which requires relying on Christ's power within, rather than trying to live right by personal strength. The speaker emphasizes getting back up after failure and regularly reading the Bible to grow in obedience.
1h 7mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Spiritual Backsliding Comes Through Neglect -- Santosh Poonen -- November 3, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Nov 4, 2021 · 1h 7m
The speaker emphasizes that spiritual backsliding often occurs through neglect, not outright rejection of the gospel. He encourages the congregation to maintain a constant thirst for the Holy Spirit and to pay close attention to the word, understanding that all teaching must be seen as manifesting in Jesus Christ. The core warning is about neglecting the salvation offered in the new covenant, which requires active nurturing of the life of Christ within.
57mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Dwelling Place for God Like Heaven Upon Earth -- Santosh Poonen -- June 13, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Jun 15, 2021 · 57m
The central message emphasizes that true love for God is demonstrated by keeping His commandments, as stated in John 14:23. The speaker warns that merely claiming love for God is insufficient; one must actively obey His word. Furthermore, the sermon suggests that the presence of God, or 'heaven,' can dwell on earth through the Holy Spirit, making the believer's life and community a dwelling place for God.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Spirit of Grace and Supplication -- Santosh Poonen -- May 16, 2021
Santosh Poonen · May 17, 2021 · 58m
The speaker encourages the congregation to keep their Christian life vibrant by constantly remembering the newness of the Gospel—that Jesus died for them. He warns against spiritual apathy, urging believers to focus on the Kingdom of Heaven rather than the passing concerns of the world. Furthermore, he emphasizes that the outpouring of the Holy Spirit is a continuous experience, suggesting that even children can exercise prophecy by asking God to anoint their tongues for edification.
1h 4mCFC India
The True Circumcision of the New Covenant - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Apr 28, 2021 · 1h 4m
The speaker draws a parallel between the physical circumcision of the Old Covenant and the 'true circumcision' required for the New Covenant. This true mark of discipleship is characterized by three things: worshipping in the Spirit of God, glorifying Christ Jesus, and having no confidence in the flesh. He emphasizes that true commitment requires obedience and devotion solely to glorifying God in one's life, marriage, family, and church.
39mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Lukewarmness Comes From Having Need of Nothing -- Santosh Poonen -- March 14, 2021
Santosh Poonen · Mar 15, 2021 · 39m
The sermon warns against spiritual lukewarmness, drawing heavily from Revelation 3's message to the church in Laodicea. Jesus condemns this state because it signifies that the believers feel rich and have 'need of nothing,' meaning they no longer rely on God's filling or the Holy Spirit. True spiritual life requires acknowledging our need for God, rather than becoming self-sufficient.
6mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The God Who Plans Amid Your Chaos -- Santosh Poonen -- December 25, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Dec 25, 2020 · 6m
The message encourages listeners to find hope amidst life's chaos, drawing parallels between the confusing circumstances of Jesus's birth and modern times. The central point is that God allows chaos to demonstrate His supreme power, and believers can rely on the Holy Spirit to guide them through their own difficult circumstances, just as God guided Jesus. Ultimately, trusting God means believing He can turn the worst possible situations into the best.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Church of Fresh Anointing -- Santosh Poonen -- December 13, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Dec 14, 2020 · 58m
The speaker emphasizes that the Lord rejoices over His people with shouts of joy, drawing heavily on Zephaniah 3:17. He stresses that when God is silent, He is actively planning and writing a good plan for us, which is already finished. Furthermore, he teaches that the anointing received from the Holy Spirit abides within believers, meaning they do not need constant external teaching, but rather must abide in Christ to bear fruit in all areas of life.
51mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Do You Know the Holy Spirit? -- Santosh Poonen -- November 15, 2020
Santosh Poonen · Nov 16, 2020 · 51m
The speaker discusses the purity of the church, contrasting the genuine early church with modern corruptions and 'other Jesuses' that twist scripture. He emphasizes that the church's ministry must constantly draw people back to their first love in Christ, drawing parallels to the spiritual struggle of swimming upstream against worldly currents. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to remain in a constant battle against the world's pressures to stay focused on the Kingdom of Heaven.
1h 1mCFC India
God Gives His Holy Spirit To Widows - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Jan 31, 2020 · 1h 1m
The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate mark of the fullness of the Holy Spirit is becoming holy, which involves humility and living under God's grace. He compares this to being constantly under a waterfall of grace, suggesting that pride is the only thing that causes one to step out of this grace. The message concludes by warning that the devil's true devouring is not through external attacks, but by leading one into the spirit of pride.
48mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
A Life of Rest and Discernment - Santosh Poonen - December 29, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Dec 30, 2019 · 48m
The speaker shares two key lessons learned: that a life of rest is what God intends for believers, and that the true test of being filled with the Holy Spirit is experiencing complete rest. He emphasizes that the mind set on the Spirit leads to life and peace, contrasting it with a mind set on the flesh, which is characterized by death, even if outward sin is controlled. The ultimate test of faith is maintaining peace and rest when life is unexpectedly shaken.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God Gives His Holy Spirit to Widows - Santosh Poonen - December 15, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Dec 16, 2019 · 1h 1m
The speaker emphasizes that the ultimate evidence of the fullness of the Holy Spirit is becoming holy, which involves humility and living under God's grace. He explains that sin is overcome by remaining constantly immersed in this 'waterfall of grace,' which requires the entire being, including the mind, to be surrendered. Pride is identified as the primary barrier that causes this flow of grace to stop.
48mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The More Excellent Covenant - Santosh Poonen - December 1, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Dec 2, 2019 · 48m
The central message is that Christian life, particularly striving to be like Jesus, cannot be accomplished by human strength or effort, like a car trying to refuel itself. True ability to live a life of love and holiness comes only from God's Spirit, requiring us to cry out to Him rather than relying on self-effort. This dependence on God's divine power is compared to the infinite gap between human ability and God's wisdom.
56mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Three Hindrances to Faith - Santosh Poonen - October 13, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Oct 13, 2019 · 56m
The speaker contrasts the fleeting nature of human words and wisdom, comparing them to grass that withers, with the eternal nature of God's Word. He warns that many Christian experiences can feel like a dream, where promises of fulfillment are not realized, leading to spiritual stagnation. True understanding requires more than just reading the Bible; the heart must be open to God's Spirit.
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Giving Jesus the First Place is What Knits Us Together in His Body - Santosh Poonen - May 12, 2019
Santosh Poonen · May 13, 2019 · 43m
The speaker emphasizes the critical need for believers to actively encourage one another to protect against the deceitfulness of sin. He draws parallels to Adam and Eve's temptation, arguing that mutual encouragement is a divine responsibility that safeguards the community. Ultimately, this deep connection and mutual care can only be achieved through the work of the Holy Spirit.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God's Secret Wavelength - Santosh Poonen - April 28, 2019
Santosh Poonen · Apr 29, 2019 · 1h 1m
The speaker discusses the nature of prayer, drawing parallels between the prayers of Jesus and the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing that Jesus set a unique example for believers. He uses the analogy of ultraviolet light and unseen radio frequencies to suggest that Jesus operated on a 'secret wavelength'—a spiritual frequency that allows believers to perceive heavenly realities and hear God's voice, which many Christians fail to tune into.
53mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Holy Spirit Helps the Bride Make Herself Ready - Santosh Poonen - May 23, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Mar 10, 2019 · 53m
The central message emphasizes that building the church requires three core elements: discipleship, fellowship, and the fullness of the Holy Spirit. Discipleship means committing to Christ above all else, which must be proven through practical living in one's daily life, especially within marriage and family. True discipleship is manifested through deep fellowship with one another, which in turn requires being filled with the Holy Spirit, as Jesus instructed his followers.
1h 2mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Weekend of Fellowship at Austin CFC, Nov 10 & 11, 2018 - Session 2
Santosh Poonen · Nov 12, 2018 · 1h 2m
The speaker uses the story of the sons of Kora, who remained faithful after their father rebelled, to illustrate the importance of standing firm in God's authority. He emphasizes that true spiritual life requires a deep thirst for God, surpassing mere emotional satisfaction from modern culture or music. Ultimately, he directs listeners to Ephesians 5:27 and Revelation 3, urging them to desire a relationship with Jesus characterized by intimacy—a 'dinner date'—more than worldly blessings.
29mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Prevailing Prayer Begins with Desperate Thirst - Santosh Poonen - October 21, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Oct 22, 2018 · 29m
The sermon emphasizes that true spiritual life, like a river, is found not in times of ease but in the wilderness through desperate thirst and reliance on God. The speaker urges the congregation to press forward in faith, taking up their cross, and to live in constant dependence on the Holy Spirit. He concludes by referencing Jesus cleansing the temple, highlighting that even in righteous confrontation, profound humility is required.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
When Christ Becomes Your Burden - Santosh Poonen - September 16, 2018
Santosh Poonen · Sep 17, 2018 · 32m
The speaker encourages the audience to meditate on 1 Corinthians 14, emphasizing that pursuing love is paramount, and that true prophecy involves edification, exhortation, and consolation through the Holy Spirit. He stresses that spiritual gifts are not the measure of faith; rather, one must be a doer of the word, as demonstrated by Jesus's humble entrance into Jerusalem on a donkey, fulfilling prophecy.
57mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
I Would Have Despaired Unless I Had Believed - Santosh Poonen - October 22, 2017
Santosh Poonen · Oct 23, 2017 · 57m
The speaker encourages listeners facing any kind of loss—physical, emotional, or memory-related—by pointing them to the comfort of the Holy Spirit. He emphasizes that God does not judge us by what we are currently experiencing, and that we should seek the Spirit's comfort. Furthermore, he stresses that while sin is always dishonoring to God, true repentance involves a godly sorrow, which is distinct from the devil's condemnation.