Library
Browse
Latest messages
628 messages
1h 14mI Believe and Therefore I Confess -- Zac Poonen — August 6, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 7
8mAugust 7 | Daily Devotion | Apart From Jesus We Can Do Nothing | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 6
11mAugust 4 | Daily Devotion | The Mark Of New Covenant Blessing Is Not Wealth And Health | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 3
14mAugust 1 | Daily Devotion | Knowing The Deep Love Of Our Father | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 31
10mJuly 26 | Daily Devotion | When I Am Weak, Then I Am Strong | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25
12mJuly 17 | Daily Devotion | Faith Is Built Up Through Trials | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 16
8mJuly 16 | Daily Devotion | God's Provision For His Children | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 15
8mZac Poonen - Living by Faith and Honoring God
Zac Poonen · Jul 14
9mJuly 14 | Daily Devotion | Hearing And Believing God's Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 13
9mJuly 9 | Daily Devotion | God's Grace Is His Power For Every Need | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 8
9mJuly 8 | Daily Devotion | Don't Just Read Scripture, Meditate On It | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 7
10mJuly 6 | Daily Devotion | Praying For An Answer And Understanding Sin's Punishment | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 5
10mJune 28 | Daily Devotion | Humility Is The First Step To Get Genuine Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 27
10mJune 23 | Daily Devotion | Worship Is Beyond Thanksgiving And Praise | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 22
1h 2mAssurance of Salvation and Overcoming Temptation -- Zac Poonen -- June 20, 2025
Zac Poonen · Jun 22
9mJune 19 | Daily Devotion | Does Jesus Entrust Himself To You? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 18
9mJune 11 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be In The Inner Circle Of Jesus Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 10
10mJune 7 | Daily Devotion | Every Christian Must Have A Spirit Of Triumph In Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 6
9mJune 6 | Daily Devotion | The Opposite Of Faith Is Pride | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 5
10mJune 5 | Daily Devotion | Don't Let Go Of God Until He Blesses You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 4
10mJune 3 | Daily Devotion | True Faith Is In The Heart, Not In The Head | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 2
10mJune 2 | Daily Devotion | The Promises Of Grace Are Validated By Your Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
1h 31m25th May 2025 - CFC Bangalore | Completing God's Plan For Our Lives - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 25
9mMay 25 | Daily Devotion | God Is Interested In Building Our Home | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 24
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 14mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
I Believe and Therefore I Confess -- Zac Poonen — August 6, 2025
Zac Poonen · Aug 7, 2025 · 1h 14m
Faith is established by hearing the New Covenant message through the Holy Spirit, which requires a clear heart free of grudges or worries. Furthermore, true faith requires both believing in the heart and confessing with the mouth, as highlighted in Romans 10. Confessing one's faith publicly, even when it is unpopular, strengthens belief and is a way to overcome spiritual opposition, including Satan's accusations.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
August 7 | Daily Devotion | Apart From Jesus We Can Do Nothing | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 6, 2025 · 8m
The central message is that all human efforts, whether in worldly achievements or spiritual endeavors, amount to nothing apart from Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual fruitfulness requires constant dependence on the Vine (Christ), warning against pride and self-sufficiency. God deliberately chooses the unlikely and ordinary people to build His church, not those who feel superior or capable on their own.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
August 4 | Daily Devotion | The Mark Of New Covenant Blessing Is Not Wealth And Health | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 3, 2025 · 11m
The speaker uses the healing of a blind man in Bethsaida to illustrate that true spiritual sight comes from recognizing God's blessing, which is not measured by wealth or health. He warns against spiritual deception, emphasizing the importance of honesty before God, and stresses that the mark of a new covenant blessing is spiritual, not material prosperity. Furthermore, Jesus's refusal to heal the man in Bethsaida suggests that a community must repent to receive God's full blessing.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
August 1 | Daily Devotion | Knowing The Deep Love Of Our Father | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 31, 2025 · 14m
The central message is that true spiritual maturity comes from understanding that the Father loves us as He loved Jesus, leading to perfect unity and eliminating competition or jealousy within the body of Christ. The speaker emphasizes that knowing God as a Father means having an intimate relationship, unlike earthly fathers, and that this understanding is foundational to faith and repentance. He uses the Prodigal Son parable to illustrate the Father's welcoming nature toward sinners and backsliders.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
July 26 | Daily Devotion | When I Am Weak, Then I Am Strong | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 25, 2025 · 10m
The central message is that God's power is most evident when we are weak, echoing Paul's realization that he is
12mCFC Daily Devotions
July 17 | Daily Devotion | Faith Is Built Up Through Trials | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 16, 2025 · 12m
The message emphasizes that true faith is proven not in comfortable times, but during trials, which serve as necessary examinations for believers. Drawing from Matthew 6, the speaker urges listeners to prioritize serving God over wealth and to trust in God's provision rather than worrying about earthly needs. Ultimately, the goal is to live a life characterized by deep trust in the Heavenly Father, rather than merely maintaining outward religious appearances.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
July 16 | Daily Devotion | God's Provision For His Children | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 15, 2025 · 8m
The central message emphasizes that Christian action, such as preaching the gospel, must be based on Christ's authority (
8mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Living by Faith and Honoring God
Zac Poonen · Jul 14, 2025 · 8m
Zac Poonen teaches that living by faith means absolute dependence on God rather than self-reliance, illustrated through the symbolic contrast of the tree of life (dependence on God) and the tree of knowledge of good and evil (dependence on self). He emphasizes that honoring God through faith—praying without doubt and trusting Him completely in all situations—ensures God's honor in return, as promised in 1 Samuel 2:30, and that this principle is foundational to experiencing answered prayers and spiritual growth.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
July 14 | Daily Devotion | Hearing And Believing God's Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 13, 2025 · 9m
The central message emphasizes that pleasing God requires living by faith, not by sight or good works alone. True faith comes specifically by hearing the word of Christ (the New Testament) and allowing the Holy Spirit to speak through it. The speaker strongly encourages the audience to develop the daily habit of reading the Bible and to root their assurance in the promise that Jesus will not cast out those who come to Him.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
July 9 | Daily Devotion | God's Grace Is His Power For Every Need | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 8, 2025 · 9m
The message emphasizes that God's grace is sufficient for every need, strengthening us in our weaknesses. It distinguishes between intellectual belief (in the mind) and true conviction (in the heart), urging listeners to trust God with their hearts rather than relying solely on their minds. Ultimately, the speaker assures that God will supply every spiritual need through the riches found in Christ Jesus.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
July 8 | Daily Devotion | Don't Just Read Scripture, Meditate On It | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 7, 2025 · 9m
The speaker emphasizes that true understanding of scripture requires deep meditation, going beyond simply reading through verses. He draws parallels to needing God's word to actively proceed into the heart, not just being read from the past. Furthermore, he stresses that salvation requires both internal belief in the heart and external confession with the mouth, comparing this to completing an electrical circuit. He encourages listeners to share what they learn from scripture with others.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
July 6 | Daily Devotion | Praying For An Answer And Understanding Sin's Punishment | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 5, 2025 · 10m
The speaker discusses the depth of sin, arguing that its true punishment is eternal separation from God, which Jesus endured on the cross. He urges listeners to meditate on this sacrifice to grasp the seriousness of sin, warning against treating sin lightly even after conversion. Furthermore, he distinguishes between receiving forgiveness for sin and being saved, emphasizing that true salvation requires unwavering faith in Christ's complete atonement.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 28 | Daily Devotion | Humility Is The First Step To Get Genuine Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 27, 2025 · 10m
Jesus was astonished twice: once at the unbelief of his own people and once at the faith of a centurion. The speaker emphasizes that genuine faith is not dependent on religious knowledge but stems from profound humility and recognizing one's unworthiness before God. Therefore, humility is presented as the essential first step toward developing true faith.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 23 | Daily Devotion | Worship Is Beyond Thanksgiving And Praise | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 22, 2025 · 10m
The speaker distinguishes between thanksgiving (thanking God for what He has done), praise (celebrating who God is), and worship. Worship, he argues, is a deeply personal act between the individual and God alone, going beyond mere praise. He illustrates this by analyzing Abraham's journey, noting that the first use of the word 'worship' in scripture shows an act of profound, private faith. Ultimately, true worship involves surrendering self-will and learning to be undisturbed, like one who has died to self.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Assurance of Salvation and Overcoming Temptation -- Zac Poonen -- June 20, 2025
Zac Poonen · Jun 22, 2025 · 1h 2m
The central message is that a person's true strength and resilience in life's storms, including temptations, depend not on outward appearance or perceived success, but on their unseen inner life and deep roots in Christ. The speaker emphasizes that believers must focus on building this inner foundation rather than seeking external validation. He assures the audience that Jesus Himself was tempted in areas like money and sexuality, providing an example of how to endure these struggles by remaining rooted in Christ.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
June 19 | Daily Devotion | Does Jesus Entrust Himself To You? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 18, 2025 · 9m
The speaker urges listeners to move beyond merely stating belief in Jesus by asking if Jesus has personally entrusted Himself to them, comparing this to a necessary element for a true marriage. He further illustrates this by referencing Simeon, who was filled with the Holy Spirit and recognized the Messiah, noting that the presence of Christ in a church will reveal the hidden thoughts of people's hearts, leading some to rise and others to fall.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
June 11 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Be In The Inner Circle Of Jesus Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 10, 2025 · 9m
The speaker emphasizes that true closeness to Jesus Christ is not based on popularity or external factors, but on personal sacrifice and deep commitment to Him. He draws parallels from Jesus choosing only Peter, James, and John for private moments, illustrating that intimacy with the Lord is reserved for those who fear Him and are willing to prioritize Him above all else. Ultimately, the message urges listeners to seek this personal, firsthand relationship with God, taking all received truth and asking the Lord to make it personally known to them.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 7 | Daily Devotion | Every Christian Must Have A Spirit Of Triumph In Him | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 6, 2025 · 10m
The speaker encourages believers to maintain a spirit of triumph because Satan has been defeated at the cross, regardless of current circumstances. He emphasizes praying in faith for God's will, accepting healing or grace as God wills, and trusting that God can provide far more than what is lost when one stands for truth rather than compromising for earthly gain. The message uses examples from scripture to illustrate trusting God's provision over worldly benefits.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
June 6 | Daily Devotion | The Opposite Of Faith Is Pride | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 5, 2025 · 9m
The central message contrasts the proud person with the righteous person, who lives by faith, noting that the opposite of faith is pride. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual strength comes not from appearing strong, but from allowing God to break down one's pride and weakness. Ultimately, receiving God's grace requires profound humility, as God opposes the proud but gives grace only to the humble.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 5 | Daily Devotion | Don't Let Go Of God Until He Blesses You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 4, 2025 · 10m
The message uses Jacob's life story from Genesis to illustrate spiritual lessons. Key takeaways include the necessity of spending time alone with God, the process of God breaking us through trials, and the power found in persistently asking God not to let go until we receive His fullness. The ultimate message is that true blessing and transformation come through deep, persistent reliance on God.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 3 | Daily Devotion | True Faith Is In The Heart, Not In The Head | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 2, 2025 · 10m
True faith requires more than intellectual agreement; it demands obedience that manifests in one's heart and actions, unlike the devil who can agree with Christian doctrines but lacks true faith. The speaker emphasizes that believers must actively claim God's promises and focus on an overcoming life, rather than seeking specific spiritual gifts. Ultimately, Christians are called to walk as Jesus walked in the present, while becoming fully like Him awaits His return.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 2 | Daily Devotion | The Promises Of Grace Are Validated By Your Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2025 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes that many Christians only grasp the initial teaching of grace—forgiveness of sins—and neglect the deeper aspects of the Christian life. He warns against merely admiring Jesus Christ rather than truly following Him, arguing that believers must actively claim the promises of God found in the Bible. The central message is that every promise in Christ is a guaranteed 'yes,' and believers must actively claim these promises to live a life of victory and spiritual fullness.
1h 31mCFC Bangalore Live
25th May 2025 - CFC Bangalore | Completing God's Plan For Our Lives - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 25, 2025 · 1h 31m
Zac Poonen leads a worship service at CFC Bangalore, emphasizing God's sovereignty, faithfulness, and the importance of worshiping and honoring Him. Through worship songs and prayer, he encourages believers to rejoice in God's reign, surrender to His will, and trust in His power to accomplish His plans for their lives.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
May 25 | Daily Devotion | God Is Interested In Building Our Home | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 24, 2025 · 9m
God is deeply invested in building a godly home, as evidenced by establishing the original union of Adam and Eve. The speaker emphasizes that maintaining a Christlike home requires a passionate faith, believing that God is more interested in its restoration than the occupants are. True faith means believing that no situation, no matter how difficult, is beyond God's ability to redeem and save.