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1h 41mZac Poonen · Jan 27
37mSantosh Poonen · Jan 7
19mOlu Talabi · Jan 7
23mAjay Chakravarthy · Jan 7
21mBobby McDonald · Dec 28
33mZac Poonen · Dec 27
1h 1mZac Poonen · Dec 21
1h 4mZac Poonen · Dec 21
1h 16mZac Poonen · Dec 21
23mOlu Talabi · Dec 17
54mIan Robson · Dec 13
28mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 11
18mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Dec 11
40mAjay Chakravarthy · Nov 26
1h 59mIan Robson · Nov 25
19mAjay Chakravarthy · Nov 19
1h 3mSantosh Poonen · Nov 12
1h 29mIan Robson · Nov 11
35mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 29
1h 30mZac Poonen · Oct 28
1h 20mZac Poonen · Oct 21
1h 49mZac Poonen · Oct 21
1h 14mCFC Bangalore Live · Oct 19
9mNCCF Church · Oct 3
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Zac Poonen teaches that idolatry constitutes spiritual adultery against God, drawing a parallel between unfaithfulness in marriage and unfaithfulness in our devotion to God. The message calls believers to recognize idolatry in their lives and turn from it in repentance to restore their relationship with God.
1h 41mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jan 27, 2019 · 1h 41m
The speaker emphasizes the unique and distinguishing nature of Jesus Christ's resurrection from the dead, citing Romans 1. This resurrection, unlike other resurrections, proves His divinity and power, setting Him apart from all other religious leaders or figures. The message stresses that remembering this unique victory over death is crucial for understanding who Jesus is.
37mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jan 7, 2019 · 37m
The speaker encourages the congregation to focus on the promises of God's Word, believing that every promise must be fulfilled in each believer's life. He emphasizes that true faith is demonstrated by experiencing God's joy despite ongoing struggles. The core message revolves around three 'A's for the church: being 'Accepted' by God's immense, pre-foundation love; realizing that this love resides within us; and living in a way that reflects this divine connection.
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Olu Talabi · Jan 7, 2019 · 19m
The central message is that all spiritual efforts, including church attendance and Bible study, are insufficient until one deeply knows and tastes the life of Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus is the singular path, way, and truth, urging the congregation to shift their focus entirely to Him, as He is the source of life, salvation, and victory. Knowing Christ requires continually drawing nearer to Him and following His teachings.
23mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Jan 7, 2019 · 23m
The speaker emphasizes that every individual is precious to the Lord, drawing parallels between a hospital's high survival rate and God's ability to save even the most desperate cases. He uses Paul's conversion story (1 Timothy 1:12) to illustrate that God uses those who have fallen, and true belief requires personal, transformative experience, like Paul's Damascus Road encounter. Ultimately, the message is one of hope, assuring the listeners that Jesus is actively building the church, and no one who comes to Him will be lost.
21mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald · Dec 28, 2018 · 21m
The central message is that true freedom from fear comes from deeply knowing and experiencing God as our Father. The speaker uses the Prodigal Son narrative to illustrate that acceptance is based on God's unconditional love, not on our perfect feelings of guilt or repentance. Furthermore, he argues that even Jesus had to grasp the truth of God the Father by faith, suggesting that our own faith must similarly anchor us against doubt and anxiety.
33mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Dec 27, 2018 · 33m
The speaker contrasts the Old Covenant, which focused on obeying specific commandments and resulting in guilt when disobeyed, with the New Covenant, which is characterized by a personal relationship with God. True spirituality in the New Covenant means that one's conscience convicts not over specific rules, but over a loss of fervent love for Jesus. Furthermore, the speaker advises believers to prioritize what is profitable and edifying—whether in spending money or consuming media—over merely what is lawful.
1h 1mCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen · Dec 21, 2018 · 1h 1m
The message focuses on the New Covenant, drawing parallels between it and the Tree of Life. It encourages believers to move forward by embracing this new covenant reality, which signifies a fresh relationship with God. The core message is one of continuous progress toward spiritual perfection.
1h 4mCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen · Dec 21, 2018 · 1h 4m
The message focuses on overcoming the deceptions and accusations thrown by Satan. It encourages believers to remember that their identity is secure in Christ and that they should not dwell on past failures or accusations. The core message is to press forward toward perfection by focusing on God's truth rather than the enemy's lies.
1h 16mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Dec 21, 2018 · 1h 16m
The sermon uses Genesis 1 and 3 to illustrate that while the devil constantly tries to spoil God's perfect work through sin and pride, God always restores it. A key takeaway is that when things go wrong, humanity has a tendency to point fingers at others rather than taking responsibility. The speaker concludes by emphasizing that God will always take the side of His people against the devil, regardless of their sins.
23mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Olu Talabi · Dec 17, 2018 · 23m
The central message is that believers are the temple of the Holy Spirit, and therefore, they must strive for holiness. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 3 and John 2, the speaker emphasizes that God's holiness demands a corresponding purity in our lives. He urges the congregation to cultivate a deep desire for God's holiness so that intimacy and fellowship with Him can be maintained.
54mCFC India
Ian Robson · Dec 13, 2018 · 54m
The central message is that believers are meant to be living letters of Christ, written not with ink on stone, but by the Spirit of the Living God within their hearts. The speaker urges the congregation to move beyond mere religious observance and allow the personal encounter with Christ to manifest as a visible, life-changing demonstration of God's work in their daily lives. This living testimony is presented as a greater glory than any adherence to old laws or mere doctrine.
28mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Dec 11, 2018 · 28m
This service is a worship experience focused on praising God for His transformative power, which turns mourning into dancing and lifts sorrows. The message emphasizes the authority and majesty of Jesus Christ, calling the congregation to surrender their will and cast all cares—physical, emotional, and spiritual—at His feet. Ultimately, the focus is on living as worshippers of God, fixing their vision on the heavenly home rather than earthly concerns.
18mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Dec 11, 2018 · 18m
The central message is that experiencing the abundant life found in Jesus Christ comes not primarily from ministry or works, but from a deep, personal relationship with Him. This relationship is best cultivated by continually walking with Jesus, knowing Him moment by moment, and embracing the calling to be His 'Bride.' Furthermore, the sermon emphasizes that believers are called to be lights in a dark world by working out their salvation through actions free from grumbling or disputing.
40mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Nov 26, 2018 · 40m
The speaker encourages listeners to examine their true motivations for serving God, comparing the self-serving intentions of the older son in the parable of the Prodigal Son with the pure devotion of the younger son. He warns that in unguarded moments, our true intentions—whether for recognition or genuine devotion—will be revealed. The message concludes by drawing a parallel to Lot seeing the beautiful valley of Zoar, cautioning against being deceived by outward appearances when God's judgment is coming.
1h 59mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Nov 25, 2018 · 1h 59m
The central message is that believers are meant to be living letters written by the Spirit of the Living God, rather than merely being written with pen and ink. The speaker emphasizes that this divine purpose is for every individual, urging the church not to miss this calling and to live out this reality.
19mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Nov 19, 2018 · 19m
The central message is that God calls out to those who are unworthy, contrasting them with those who try to satisfy themselves with worldly or religious achievements. Drawing from Isaiah 55 and John 4, the speaker argues that those who have nothing to offer are the ones who can receive God's free, satisfying 'living water.' True satisfaction comes only from acknowledging our unworthiness and coming to Christ, rather than relying on our own 'broken cisterns.'
1h 3mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Santosh Poonen · Nov 12, 2018 · 1h 3m
The central message is that the world does not need more theological exposition, but rather practical examples of faith. True light and influence come not from personal achievement or knowledge, but from remaining connected to Jesus Christ. Believers are called to hold onto Jesus' hand while simultaneously reaching out to others in darkness by leading them into His light.
1h 29mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Nov 11, 2018 · 1h 29m
The speaker emphasizes that the true work of God is believing in Jesus Christ, whom the Father has sent. This belief is not merely about receiving forgiveness, victory over sin, or even the Holy Spirit, but rather a 'reckless abandon.' The message encourages the congregation to focus on this foundational belief as the means to eternal life.
35mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Oct 29, 2018 · 35m
The sermon emphasizes that true life and power come only from Jesus Christ, contrasting it with the fleeting nature of worldly things like money or pretense. The speaker encourages the congregation to find safety and rest by hiding in Christ, acknowledging that salvation is found in trusting Him completely, as exemplified by the declaration, "I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me."
1h 30mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 28, 2018 · 1h 30m
The central message emphasizes that becoming Christ-like requires receiving God's grace, as sin will otherwise maintain dominion. The speaker draws on the Beatitudes, noting that the poor in spirit are the first step toward this perfection. He uses the Parable of the Talents to warn against spiritual complacency, urging believers to actively use the gifts, time, and opportunities God provides rather than hoarding them.
1h 20mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 21, 2018 · 1h 20m
The speaker discusses how the truths of the New Covenant provide specific guidance for Christians to fight sin. He contrasts the Old Covenant focus on external enemies with the New Covenant's emphasis on internal warfare, urging believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices. The core message is that the New Covenant clarifies that the primary battleground for sin is within the believer.
1h 49mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 21, 2018 · 1h 49m
The speaker emphasizes that the most crucial aspect of Christian life is maintaining an unbroken, constant fellowship with God the Father. He draws from scripture to support this, noting that this relationship is the foundation before any focus on the church or fellowship with other believers. True eternal life is defined by knowing God.
1h 14mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Oct 19, 2018 · 1h 14m
The speaker emphasizes the New Covenant reality that there should be no distinction of race, education, or culture within the church, contrasting this with the tendency to form ethnically or communally segregated groups. He shares his personal testimony of moving from a life of nominal Christianity and theological knowledge without true spiritual depth to experiencing God's mercy and learning to walk the 'new and living way' through the ministry of CFC.
9mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Oct 3, 2018 · 9m
The speaker uses the account of Moses's desire to be with God rather than entering the Promised Land to illustrate that the ultimate priority for a Christian should be knowing God's face. He argues that our service or desire to share faith should stem from a deep, personal longing for God Himself, rather than from external recognition or benefit. The core message is to seek to know God above all else.