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38mEzra: The Work of Building the Temple - Santosh Poonen - October 26, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Nov 5
2h 16m12th October, 2014 - The Holy Spirit Helps The Bride Make Herself Ready - Santhosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Oct 12
39mThe "Narrow-Minded" Church - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Aug 27
57mPray, Then, In This Way - 2: Pregnant With Prayer - Santosh Poonen - July 13, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jul 15
54mAnything More Than Yes or No is of the Evil One - Santosh Poonen - April 20, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Apr 20
1h 1mAfraid? Of What? - Santosh Poonen - February 23, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Feb 24
53m3.Faith (Part 2) - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21
53m2.Faith (Part 1) - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21
1h 1mThe God of All Encouragement: Part 2 - Santosh Poonen - November 17, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Nov 18
49mThe Kingdom of Heaven is for the Poor in Spirit - Santosh Poonen - October 20, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Oct 21
51mThe Lower Lights - Santosh Poonen - September 22, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Sep 22
59mThe Serpent of Old: Part 2 - Santosh Poonen - September 1, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Sep 2
54mThe Serpent of Old: Part 1 - Santosh Poonen - August 25, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Aug 26
48m"Un-Boring" Your Bible - Santosh Poonen - August 8, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Aug 8
42mWhat is Salvation?: Part 1 - Santosh Poonen - May 26, 2013
Santosh Poonen · May 27
41mThe Pathway to the Promise: Part 1 - Santosh Poonen - May 5, 2013
Santosh Poonen · May 6
47mThe Equilibrium Point of Our Convictions - Santosh Poonen - February 10, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Feb 10
43mLifting the Veil from God's Word - Santosh Poonen - January 27, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Jan 28
49mGod Must Be Worshiped in Spirit and Truth - Santosh Poonen - August 8, 2012
Santosh Poonen · Aug 8
55mSonship, Faith, and Worship - Santosh Poonen - July 15, 2012
Santosh Poonen · Jul 15
49mRetaining the Standard of the Gospel - Santosh Poonen - June 3, 2012
Santosh Poonen · Jun 4
52mWhere is Your Son of Man Today - Santosh Poonen - December 4, 2011
Santosh Poonen · Apr 21
54mTrue Godliness is a Great Mystery - Santosh Poonen - November 20, 2011
Santosh Poonen · Apr 21
55mThose Who Fear God - Santosh Poonen - September 14, 2011
Santosh Poonen · Apr 21
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.
38mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ezra: The Work of Building the Temple - Santosh Poonen - October 26, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Nov 5, 2014 · 38m
The speaker draws lessons from the rebuilding of the Temple in Ezra, emphasizing that God moves supernaturally to fulfill His word, requiring only dependence on Him, not on man's efforts. He also stresses the importance of willing and cheerful giving, noting that God values the heart and sacrifice according to one's ability, rather than the quantity of the gift.
2h 16mCFC Bangalore Live
12th October, 2014 - The Holy Spirit Helps The Bride Make Herself Ready - Santhosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Oct 12, 2014 · 2h 16m
The speaker uses the historical account of the Hebrew midwives in Exodus to illustrate that fearing God is more important than obeying human authority, even when that authority commands something sinful. The midwives disobeyed Pharaoh's order to kill male babies because they feared God, and as a result, God blessed them.
39mCFC India
The "Narrow-Minded" Church - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Aug 27, 2014 · 39m
The speaker distinguishes between earthly and heavenly narrow-mindedness, arguing that true spiritual understanding requires becoming 'zero-minded' by giving up one's own way of thinking to receive God's thoughts. He uses Matthew 7 to contrast the 'narrow gate' leading to life with the 'broad way' leading to destruction, warning believers to discern the true path from false teachings, which he identifies by examining the 'fruit' of the teaching and life.
57mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Pray, Then, In This Way - 2: Pregnant With Prayer - Santosh Poonen - July 13, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Jul 15, 2014 · 57m
The central message is that effective prayer must originate from God's word and will, rather than merely being a litany of requests. The speaker emphasizes that true prayer is communion with God, flowing from His breath through His Spirit dwelling in us and back to Him. He contrasts the long, unanswered prayers of the prophets of Baal with Elijah's brief, focused prayer, illustrating that God responds to alignment with His will, not the sheer volume or dramatic nature of the effort.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Anything More Than Yes or No is of the Evil One - Santosh Poonen - April 20, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Apr 20, 2014 · 54m
Jesus teaches that oaths are unnecessary because one's statement should simply be 'yes' or 'no,' as anything beyond these two words belongs to the evil one. This principle restores the original standard of God's law, emphasizing that the command to love and not lust or get angry is not a new standard but a return to what God always intended for humanity. Jesus' words correct loopholes that people had used in the law to excuse sin.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Afraid? Of What? - Santosh Poonen - February 23, 2014
Santosh Poonen · Feb 24, 2014 · 1h 1m
Jesus contrasts the blessings of the Old Covenant with the blessings of the New Covenant, emphasizing that true fortune comes from being poor in spirit, mourning, meekness, and hunger for righteousness. Specifically, the speaker highlights that being persecuted for the sake of righteousness is a sign of great fortune, a concept that reverses the old understanding of earthly prosperity as God's favor.
53mCFC India
3.Faith (Part 2) - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21, 2014 · 53m
Faith is fundamentally defined as dependence on God, enabling us to face seemingly impossible situations through Him. The speaker emphasizes that just as a building requires a strong, unseen foundation, our spiritual life must prioritize foundational elements like reading God's word, fellowship, and prayer over visible ministries. He outlines five faith foundations, starting with the affirmation that God is who He says He is, which must be maintained in daily life, not just on Sunday.
53mCFC India
2.Faith (Part 1) - Santosh Poonen
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21, 2014 · 53m
The central message is that faith is fundamentally a dependence on God, which is described as a mystery that cannot be grasped by logic or science. The speaker emphasizes that without faith, it is impossible to please God, making it the most crucial element for a Christian life. He uses the analogy of rock climbing to illustrate that faith is knowing who and what one has anchored to, regardless of the falls or struggles encountered.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The God of All Encouragement: Part 2 - Santosh Poonen - November 17, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Nov 18, 2013 · 1h 1m
The message emphasizes that true spiritual understanding requires deep study of scripture, comparing the need to understand spiritual meaning to looking up words in a dictionary. The core focus is on Jesus' profound value for fellowship with the Father, which he feared losing even more than physical death. The speaker urges listeners to value this relationship above all else, recognizing that sin breaks this fellowship.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Kingdom of Heaven is for the Poor in Spirit - Santosh Poonen - October 20, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Oct 21, 2013 · 49m
Jesus taught that entering the Kingdom of Heaven requires passing through the narrow gate, which is not merely about hearing His teachings but about actively doing the will of the Father. The speaker emphasizes that mere knowledge or performance (like miracles or prophecy) is insufficient; true discipleship is proven by one's daily obedience in private life. Ultimately, the wise person is the one who hears Jesus' words and acts upon them, while the foolish person fails to do so.
51mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Lower Lights - Santosh Poonen - September 22, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Sep 22, 2013 · 51m
The speaker discusses discerning the voice of the Holy Spirit from natural instincts, warning that the greatest deception is often the knowledge of good and evil, which can lead to sin. He emphasizes that knowing God's Word is the only sure way to discern divine guidance. The message concludes by applying the concept of the 'great light' to the modern believer, calling everyone to be the light of the world by focusing on Christ's life and ministry, which was intentionally limited geographically.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Serpent of Old: Part 2 - Santosh Poonen - September 1, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Sep 2, 2013 · 59m
The message discusses the ongoing spiritual battle between God and the devil, referencing Revelation 12:9 where the devil is cast down as the 'serpent of old.' The speaker emphasizes that following Christ makes one the enemy of the devil, and God uses wilderness experiences to prove His power in believers. Understanding the devil's tactics, as revealed in scripture, is crucial for believers to avoid spiritual pitfalls.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Serpent of Old: Part 1 - Santosh Poonen - August 25, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Aug 26, 2013 · 54m
The speaker discusses the nature of family, asserting that its strength is determined by love, not by numbers. He then transitions to studying the temptation of Jesus in Matthew 3-4, using this as a model to show how the devil operates. The core message is that understanding the devil's tactics, as revealed in scripture, allows believers to be aware of the traps they must avoid in their spiritual lives.
48mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
"Un-Boring" Your Bible - Santosh Poonen - August 8, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Aug 8, 2013 · 48m
The speaker emphasizes that all Scripture is divinely inspired and purposeful, urging the audience not to be distracted by worldly standards of what is 'captivating.' He stresses the importance of obeying every command and experiencing every promise in the New Covenant, regardless of how small it seems. Ultimately, the message is that God often reveals Himself in the unappealing or overlooked aspects of life, warning against passing by God because of superficial judgment.
42mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
What is Salvation?: Part 1 - Santosh Poonen - May 26, 2013
Santosh Poonen · May 27, 2013 · 42m
The speaker begins by reflecting on the daily sustenance of the Israelites from manna, emphasizing the need for daily spiritual refreshment from God's Word. He then pivots to discussing the profound meaning of salvation, prompted by a child's question. The core message is that salvation is not merely an intellectual concept but a complete freeing provided by Jesus Christ, which the devil actively tries to steal from believers through distraction and minimizing God's provision.
41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Pathway to the Promise: Part 1 - Santosh Poonen - May 5, 2013
Santosh Poonen · May 6, 2013 · 41m
The speaker advises that true spiritual blessing comes not from impressive oratory skills, but from seeking the narrow way that leads to eternal life. He contrasts the world's desire for stimulating intellectual or emotional experiences with the transformative power found in the 'foolishness of the message of the cross.' Ultimately, the goal of Christian life and preaching should be transformation through discipleship, not mere entertainment.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Equilibrium Point of Our Convictions - Santosh Poonen - February 10, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Feb 10, 2013 · 47m
The speaker emphasizes that God's Word is 'living and active' because it is inspired by God, a concept illustrated by the Greek word *theonustos* (God-breathed). He compares reading scripture to a vital conversation, not just reading a book, and uses the analogy of CPR to show that God breathes life into our struggles. Ultimately, he argues that our convictions must also be 'theonustos,' resting on the unshakeable foundation of Jesus Christ, even when denominations disagree on secondary issues.
43mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Lifting the Veil from God's Word - Santosh Poonen - January 27, 2013
Santosh Poonen · Jan 28, 2013 · 43m
The speaker emphasizes that all Scripture is inspired by God and is profitable for teaching, reproving, correcting, and training in righteousness, applying this truth to every believer, regardless of their calling. He stresses the solemn duty of taking God's Word seriously, comparing it to taking an oath, and urges listeners to fulfill their ministry diligently without being distracted by worldly interests. The core message is the comprehensive authority and necessity of living out the entirety of Scripture.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God Must Be Worshiped in Spirit and Truth - Santosh Poonen - August 8, 2012
Santosh Poonen · Aug 8, 2012 · 49m
The central message is that true worship must be offered in spirit and in truth, which requires being filled with the Holy Spirit. The speaker critiques modern forms of worship, suggesting that emotional services, music, and atmosphere are often mistaken for genuine worship. He directs listeners to John chapter 4, where Jesus teaches that worship is not confined to a specific location like Jerusalem or Samaria, but is a deeper reality.
55mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Sonship, Faith, and Worship - Santosh Poonen - July 15, 2012
Santosh Poonen · Jul 15, 2012 · 55m
The speaker compares the Old Covenant to a picture or shadow of the New Covenant, which is fully realized in Jesus Christ. He warns that focusing too much on analyzing the Word (the picture) can lead to bondage, while the true joy comes from relating to the living, present reality of Jesus. The message encourages believers to keep their focus on the living Bridegroom rather than getting lost in theological analysis of the Word.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Retaining the Standard of the Gospel - Santosh Poonen - June 3, 2012
Santosh Poonen · Jun 4, 2012 · 49m
The speaker urges the congregation to remain vigilant and discerning as the world bombards them with noise, warning that times of ease are passing. He emphasizes that believers must use the current times of peace wisely to build the body of Christ, lest they regret wasting opportunities when times become difficult. The message draws strength from Paul's example, urging believers to retain the standard of sound doctrine and actively live out their faith.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Where is Your Son of Man Today - Santosh Poonen - December 4, 2011
Santosh Poonen · Apr 21, 2012 · 52m
The sermon explores 1 Timothy 3:16, focusing on the mystery of godliness, which involves Jesus being revealed in the flesh and vindicated in the spirit. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus was always the Son of God, even before becoming the 'Son of Man,' and that angels continually beheld and adored him. The core question posed is where the Son of Man is today, prompting reflection on Christ's ongoing presence and example for believers.
54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
True Godliness is a Great Mystery - Santosh Poonen - November 20, 2011
Santosh Poonen · Apr 21, 2012 · 54m
The speaker emphasizes that God desires our love above all else, contrasting this with mere obedience. He explains that God's mysteries are not for the wise or intelligent, but for those who pursue Him with passion. While salvation and basic ordinances are clear, certain aspects, like the mystery of lawlessness or the transformation at the resurrection, are divine mysteries that require diligent searching and pursuit.
55mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Those Who Fear God - Santosh Poonen - September 14, 2011
Santosh Poonen · Apr 21, 2012 · 55m
The speaker emphasizes that fearing God means removing all idols from one's life, citing Deuteronomy 6:13 as the commandment to fear only the Lord. He also advises the audience to pursue spiritual gifts, particularly prophecy, while always prioritizing love, which he calls the greatest fruit. Furthermore, he stresses the importance of studying scripture, especially Deuteronomy, as it contains the spiritual 'sword' needed to resist temptation.