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52m3. Freedom From Being Orphans -- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
16mThe Two-fold Testimony In Breaking Bread - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 8
1h 49m11th December 2022 - How God Planted A New Covenant Church In Bangalore - India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 11
21mEnduring In Love Until The End | 3. Recognizing The Value Of Others - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 25
59mEnduring In Love Until The End | 1. Preserving Reverence For God In The Church - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 25
1h 49m4. Being A Zealous Builder in the Church — Zac Poonen — October 12, 2022
Zac Poonen · Oct 14
24mNew Covenant Life in New Covenant Churches - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 21
1h 11mWhat God Has Joined Together: Service in the Spirit — Zac Poonen -- September 11, 2022
Zac Poonen · Sep 14
1h 32m28th August 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | The Importance Of Fellowship | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 28
1h 8m6. Building the Church as a Body -- Zac Poonen -- July 24, 2022
Zac Poonen · Jul 26
56m4. Building a Godly Home -- Zac Poonen -- July 23, 2022
Zac Poonen · Jul 26
1h 17m19th June 2022 -CFC Sunday Church Service |Building The Church As A Home For The Lonely - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 19
43mZac Poonen - The Reason Why God Raised Up CFC Churches
Zac Poonen · May 31
56mThe Church – A Place Of Sacrifice And Protection - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 19
27mZac Poonen - How God Enables Us To Prophesy
Zac Poonen · Mar 21
4mLift Up Your Brother And Push Him Forward – Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
1h 36m12th December 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Do Your Part to Build Christ’s Body - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 12
24mCommitment To The Local Church - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 10
2h 33mZac Poonen - 82nd Birthday Celebration
Zac Poonen · Nov 16
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 50 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)
Zac Poonen · Nov 15
25mAll That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 47 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)
Zac Poonen · Nov 15
1h 19m7th November 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Being A Witness For God To Satan - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 7
1h 1mSome Principles for Building the Church -- Zac Poonen -- August 15, 2021
Zac Poonen · Aug 17
49mHow to Encourage Others -- Zac Poonen -- August 8, 2021
Zac Poonen · Aug 10
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.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
3. Freedom From Being Orphans -- Zac Poonen -- February 28, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 52m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the full context of scripture, warning against memorizing verses without knowing their original setting to avoid misunderstanding. He contrasts this with the necessity of total commitment to God's will, drawing parallels between Jesus' unwavering dedication and the need for Christians to abandon their own will. The talk concludes by defining the church not as a collection of meetings or groups, but as a total, unwavering commitment to one another as the body of Christ.
16mCFC India
The Two-fold Testimony In Breaking Bread - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 8, 2023 · 16m
The sermon emphasizes that participating in the Lord's Table requires a thorough self-examination concerning both one's relationship with God (vertical) and one's relationship with fellow believers (horizontal). Self-examination means confessing sins to God and making amends with others; the horizontal aspect signifies commitment and fellowship within the local church body. Taking part lightly, either by neglecting personal confession or by lacking commitment to the community, risks spiritual judgment.
1h 49mCFC Bangalore Live
11th December 2022 - How God Planted A New Covenant Church In Bangalore - India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 11, 2022 · 1h 49m
The service began with congregational singing praising Jesus' lordship and the glory of God. The sermon preparation included prayers for the Holy Spirit to open understanding and for the church to be built up. The message transitioned to scripture, noting the memory verse (1 John 2:25) and the week's command (Ecclesiastes 12:13), which emphasizes fearing God and keeping His commandments.
21mCFC India
Enduring In Love Until The End | 3. Recognizing The Value Of Others - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 25, 2022 · 21m
The central message emphasizes that true understanding of the Body of Christ requires recognizing the indispensable value of every member, especially the seemingly weaker ones. The speaker warns against self-centeredness, noting that any part of the body that seeks only its own interest is like cancer. Genuine Christian love, exemplified by Christ, means giving oneself for the good of the church rather than seeking personal gain or honor.
59mCFC India
Enduring In Love Until The End | 1. Preserving Reverence For God In The Church - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 25, 2022 · 59m
The central message is that preserving reverence for God in the church, especially among preachers, requires maintaining a constant fear of God. The speaker emphasizes that all Christians must be witnesses, and this calling demands speaking as if God Himself is speaking, not from personal wisdom or experience. He uses the Apostle Paul as an example of humble service, concluding that true spiritual endurance is found in recognizing one's weakness and remaining dependent on God's grace.
1h 49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
4. Being A Zealous Builder in the Church — Zac Poonen — October 12, 2022
Zac Poonen · Oct 14, 2022 · 1h 49m
The sermon emphasizes the responsibility of men to act as strong leaders, both in their homes and within the church, drawing parallels to biblical examples. The speaker argues that leadership is not limited to those with the gift of preaching, but rather involves taking responsibility in any capacity. He also touches on the importance of spiritual alertness, referencing passages like 1 Corinthians 16:13.
24mCFC India
New Covenant Life in New Covenant Churches - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 21, 2022 · 24m
The speaker argues that many modern church systems are like 'old wine skins'—structures that have lost their original fervor and are filled with traditions not found in God's Word. He contrasts this with the 'new wine skin' pattern found in the New Testament, emphasizing that proper church structure involves appointed elders, no salaried preachers, and adherence to apostolic teaching. Following this pattern requires following Paul's teachings alongside Jesus's, as both are necessary for a complete understanding of the New Covenant life.
1h 11mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
What God Has Joined Together: Service in the Spirit — Zac Poonen -- September 11, 2022
Zac Poonen · Sep 14, 2022 · 1h 11m
The speaker emphasizes the necessity of living to worship and serve in the Spirit, contrasting this with merely operating in the mind or emotions. He draws heavily from Romans 8 to illustrate the triumph found in the Spirit, and stresses that true ministry, like the apostles, results in establishing local, functioning churches rather than just converting individuals. Ultimately, he urges the audience to honor God by diligently reading the entire Bible before seeking guidance on matters not explicitly written.
1h 32mCFC Bangalore Live
28th August 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | The Importance Of Fellowship | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 28, 2022 · 1h 32m
The message emphasizes that true Christian life requires actively building fellowship, which is distinct from mere worldly friendship. The speaker argues that simply attending church or knowing about Christ's sacrifice is insufficient; one must engage in genuine fellowship, which necessitates freedom from sin. He draws parallels to Jesus' desire for fellowship at the Last Supper and stresses that this aspect of the new covenant is often overlooked.
1h 8mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
6. Building the Church as a Body -- Zac Poonen -- July 24, 2022
Zac Poonen · Jul 26, 2022 · 1h 8m
The central message is that all human achievements, statuses, and glories are nothing before God, as illustrated by the story of Nebuchadnezzar. True value is found only in Jesus Christ, and the church must reflect this understanding by embracing humility and recognizing that every member is a 'zero' before God. The speaker warns that the desire to be recognized or to lead a church for personal glory will result in building only a useless congregation, not the true Body of Christ.
56mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
4. Building a Godly Home -- Zac Poonen -- July 23, 2022
Zac Poonen · Jul 26, 2022 · 56m
The sermon outlines building a godly life and home using the metaphor of a building with three floors. The foundation is the assurance of God's forgiveness through Jesus Christ. The first floor requires a clean personal walk with God, demanding immediate confession of sin. The second floor is family life, emphasizing that parents must raise children with respect. The third floor is the church, which must integrate personal devotion (vertical) with mutual love (horizontal) to be a true body, not just a club or congregation.
1h 17mCFC Bangalore Live
19th June 2022 -CFC Sunday Church Service |Building The Church As A Home For The Lonely - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 19, 2022 · 1h 17m
The message emphasizes that God desires to build the church to function as a true home, especially for the lonely. It draws from scripture to encourage believers to be established in God's love and to understand that the entire Bible, including the Old Testament, is inspired by God. The core message is one of divine provision and the necessity of building a supportive community within Christ.
43mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The Reason Why God Raised Up CFC Churches
Zac Poonen · May 31, 2022 · 43m
The speaker emphasizes that the true measure of a church is not the size of the crowd or the quality of the Sunday service, but rather the members' private lives. He argues that discipleship is demonstrated by living righteously throughout the entire week—in one's relationships, work, and finances—rather than just on Sunday. Furthermore, he cautions against accepting religious traditions or terminology (like infant baptism) based on faulty translations that prioritize avoiding conflict over accurate understanding.
56mCFC India
The Church – A Place Of Sacrifice And Protection - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 19, 2022 · 56m
The central message emphasizes that the church is a place of mutual dependence, where every member, no matter how gifted, must recognize their need for others. The speaker warns against self-exaltation, reminding the congregation that no individual is indispensable to God's work. True service involves humbly doing the work God has given, knowing that only works done for eternity will remain.
27mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - How God Enables Us To Prophesy
Zac Poonen · Mar 21, 2022 · 27m
The central message emphasizes that Christian life requires becoming an exact reflection of Jesus through personal purity and functioning within the local church. The speaker stresses that true spiritual gifting, like prophecy, comes from being filled with God's encouragement and comfort, which is received through personal experience with God's word during difficulties. A key takeaway is that God treats us according to how we treat others, making forgiveness and kindness essential for spiritual growth.
4mCFC India
Lift Up Your Brother And Push Him Forward – Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2022 · 4m
The speaker uses the example of two brothers in a triathlon, where one helped his struggling brother cross the finish line, to illustrate a profound Christian principle. He compares this act of selfless support to Jesus's willingness to help a stumbling sinner, emphasizing that Christian love requires us to lift up and push others forward, even if it means sacrificing our own desire to win.
1h 36mCFC Bangalore Live
12th December 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Do Your Part to Build Christ’s Body - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 12, 2021 · 1h 36m
The sermon encourages the congregation to actively participate in building up the body of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship involves living in alignment with Christ's example, as highlighted by the memory verse from 1 John 2:6. The service concludes with worship, prayer, and a focus on receiving the Holy Spirit's guidance.
24mCFC India
Commitment To The Local Church - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 10, 2021 · 24m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian commitment is demonstrated by active participation, not just attendance. Drawing from the analogy of the body, he argues that every member must contribute, warning against spiritual passivity like a paralyzed hand. He concludes by encouraging listeners to assess their contributions, reminding them that God only asks what we are able to do, referencing the woman who poured out the ointment.
2h 33mCFC India
Zac Poonen - 82nd Birthday Celebration
Zac Poonen · Nov 16, 2021 · 2h 33m
The speaker celebrates a birthday while emphasizing that the true focus of the gathering must always be Jesus Christ. He recounts the history of the church's founding, noting that the Lord called them to seek Him in desperation. He credits the enduring fellowship and success of the group to three core principles: deep mutual love rooted in Christ, mutual respect, and genuine mutual acceptance, all modeled after Christ's own sacrifice.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 50 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)
Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2021 · 25m
The sermon analyzes the parables of the tares and the mustard seed, emphasizing that the field in the parable refers to the world, not the church. Jesus taught that the separation of wheat (true believers) and tares (evil people) will happen at the end of the age by angels. However, the church must remain pure, requiring immediate discipline for sin within its walls, unlike the world where God allows time for repentance. The mustard seed parable is interpreted as a metaphor for the growth of the kingdom, not the physical development of the church.
25mCFC India
All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 47 of 80) - Zac Poonen (with Romanian Subtitles)
Zac Poonen · Nov 15, 2021 · 25m
The sermon emphasizes that the ultimate calling is to make disciples, following Jesus' command to teach others everything he commanded. The speaker contrasts two passages regarding those who are not with Jesus: in one context, those merely casting out demons were not to be hindered, but in the context of the church's mission, those who are not wholeheartedly gathering with the disciples are actively against the Lord. The core message is that the church's focus must remain on discipleship, not just ministry activity.
1h 19mCFC Bangalore Live
7th November 2021 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Being A Witness For God To Satan - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 7, 2021 · 1h 19m
The speaker discusses the unique nature of ministry in the New Covenant, noting that unlike the Old Testament prophets who often worked in isolation, the New Testament shows Jesus sending out people in pairs. He uses the example of Peter and John, and Paul and Barnabas, to illustrate that the Holy Spirit enables people to work together harmoniously, which was impossible in the past due to human nature and lack of understanding of grace.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Some Principles for Building the Church -- Zac Poonen -- August 15, 2021
Zac Poonen · Aug 17, 2021 · 1h 1m
The central message emphasizes that building the church requires more than just listening to sermons; genuine fellowship is crucial. Drawing an analogy from the body's joints, the speaker argues that individual parts must function together in love for the body to grow. He advocates for incorporating shared, fun activities alongside spiritual teaching to foster true community.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
How to Encourage Others -- Zac Poonen -- August 8, 2021
Zac Poonen · Aug 10, 2021 · 49m
The central message is the necessity of believers recognizing that they are members of one another, requiring them to actively encourage one another daily. Drawing from Hebrews 3, the speaker warns against allowing an unbelieving heart to cause one to fall away from God. Encouragement should be a constant practice in all aspects of life, not just in church services, as this guards against the deceitfulness of sin. The speaker concludes by pointing to Jesus as the ultimate example of one who ran the race and overcame every temptation.