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26mZac Poonen - Humility and Reverence for God
Zac Poonen · Feb 13
13mFebruary 13 | Daily Devotion | No Entry Roads (Discouragement And Condemnation) | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 12
11mFebruary 12 | Daily Devotion | Rejoicing In God's Provision | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11
10mFebruary 11 | Daily Devotion | Water Always Flows To The Lowest Place First | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 10
8mFeb 10 | Daily Devotion |God Will Not Allow Us To Be Tempted Beyond Our Ability To Bear | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 9
14mFebruary 9 | Daily Devotion | To Be Pleasing To The Lord | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 8
10mFebruary 8 | Daily Devotion | Not Two but One | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 7
10mFebruary 7 | Daily Devotion | You Can Run In Such A Way That You Win The First Prize | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6
1h 0mForgiveness And Fellowship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6
9mFebruary 6 | Daily Devotion | Let All That You Do Be Done In Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 5
28mZac Poonen - True Faith and Costly Sacrifice
Zac Poonen · Feb 5
9mFebruary 5 | Daily Devotion | Be Like A Little Child | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 4
1h 30m4th Feb 2024 - CFC Bangalore | Forgiveness And Fellowship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 4
9mFebruary 4 | Daily Devotion | Giving Your Best To God Is True Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 3
8mFebruary 3 | Daily Devotion | Increase And Abound In Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2
9mFebruary 2 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Come To Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1
8mFebruary 1 | Daily Devotion | Will The Lord Jesus Find Such Faith When He Comes Again? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 31
12mJanuary 31 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Come Short Of The Grace Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 30
1h 11mThe Amazing Example Of Job - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 30
10mJanuary 30 | Daily Devotion | The Danger Of Addictions | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 29
51mThe Lord Will Provide All Your Need - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 29
40mZac Poonen - God Desires Mercy More Than Sacrifice
Zac Poonen · Jan 29
9mJanuary 29 | Daily Devotion | Do Not Yield To The Downward Pull Of Your Flesh | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 28
7mJanuary 28 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Is Interested In The Inside Of Your Cup | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 27
August 6 | Daily Devotion | The Tree Of Law And The Tree Of Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions
This devotion contrasts the tree of law with the tree of life, exploring how living by legalistic rules differs from living in the Spirit. Zac Poonen teaches that true spiritual life comes not from external commandments but from an intimate relationship with God through the Spirit.
26mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Humility and Reverence for God
Zac Poonen · Feb 13, 2024 · 26m
Zac Poonen teaches on humility as essential to receiving God's grace, using 1 Peter 5:6 and examples from Scripture to show that God opposes the proud but exalts the humble. He emphasizes that true exaltation means victory over sin, not worldly success, and that pride—even subtle spiritual pride—prevents receiving God's grace and leads to defeat by sin.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
February 13 | Daily Devotion | No Entry Roads (Discouragement And Condemnation) | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 12, 2024 · 13m
The message warns that discouragement and self-condemnation are 'no entry roads' that believers must avoid. Drawing from David's experience after losing everything, the speaker emphasizes that when things seem hopeless, one must encourage oneself in the Lord. The core message is that God is a God of hope who will fix messes, regardless of who made them, and believers should not succumb to the devil's whispers of inadequacy.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
February 12 | Daily Devotion | Rejoicing In God's Provision | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11, 2024 · 11m
The central message is that believers should rejoice not in their own works or abilities, but in what God has done for them, specifically that their names are recorded in the book of life before they were born. The speaker emphasizes that true freedom comes from overcoming sin and living under grace, not from merely following external rules or achieving material comforts. He concludes by referencing 2 Corinthians 12:9, stating that God's grace is sufficient for every challenge we face.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 11 | Daily Devotion | Water Always Flows To The Lowest Place First | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 10, 2024 · 10m
The central message is that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. The speaker emphasizes that humility, not outward piety or performance, is what matters to God, citing the difference between the two thieves on the cross. True exaltation comes not from worldly success or spiritual achievement, but from being humbled by God and being exalted over sin. The speaker warns that taking credit for blessings or showing any form of pride will prevent receiving God's grace.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
Feb 10 | Daily Devotion |God Will Not Allow Us To Be Tempted Beyond Our Ability To Bear | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 9, 2024 · 8m
God promises that He will never allow believers to be tempted beyond their ability to bear, drawing an analogy to a teacher only giving a student material appropriate for their current level. This assurance means that every trial faced can be overcome because God controls the level of temptation, ensuring it matches the believer's current spiritual strength. Therefore, believers should trust God's faithfulness rather than doubting their own capacity to endure.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
February 9 | Daily Devotion | To Be Pleasing To The Lord | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 8, 2024 · 14m
The central message is that our ultimate ambition, whether on Earth or in heaven, must be to be pleasing to the Lord. The speaker emphasizes that true ambition is not impressing people with knowledge or ministry, but seeking the Father's approval. He advises believers to prioritize hearing and obeying God's word above all other good works or personal ideas.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 8 | Daily Devotion | Not Two but One | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 7, 2024 · 10m
The message emphasizes that marriage unites two people into one flesh, a union that God intends to be permanent. The speaker warns that the devil constantly tries to create separation through small disagreements or misunderstandings. True strength in marriage comes not from blaming a spouse, but from recognizing that the battle is against Satan, and that calling upon the Lord together will allow the relationship to flourish like a watered garden.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 7 | Daily Devotion | You Can Run In Such A Way That You Win The First Prize | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6, 2024 · 10m
The message uses Paul's analogy of a race to encourage believers that they can achieve spiritual victory despite past failings. Key to winning is self-discipline, which means actively controlling one's desires and actions. Furthermore, spiritual progress requires constantly looking forward toward the goal rather than dwelling on past accomplishments.
1h 0mCFC India
Forgiveness And Fellowship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6, 2024 · 1h 0m
The central message, drawn from 1 John chapter 1, is that the purpose of the gospel is not merely forgiveness, but achieving full fellowship with God the Father and Jesus Christ, which extends to fellowship with one another. This constant fellowship is maintained by understanding that God is light, requiring believers to immediately confess any sin or 'darkness' to be cleansed by the blood of Jesus. Living in the light through confession is the path to a life of constant joy.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 6 | Daily Devotion | Let All That You Do Be Done In Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 5, 2024 · 9m
The central message emphasizes that all actions must be performed in love, citing 1 Corinthians 16:14. The speaker argues that true faith requires living under the fear of God, which supersedes fear of man or worldly authorities. He stresses that enduring hardship and giving counsel must always be rooted in love, drawing parallels to Jesus' ministry which aimed at salvation through both grace and necessary correction.
28mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - True Faith and Costly Sacrifice
Zac Poonen · Feb 5, 2024 · 28m
Zac Poonen teaches that true faith, illustrated by Abel's sacrifice, means offering God the best of what you have rather than religious ritual or mere obligation. God accepts or rejects people based on the condition of their hearts and the quality of their offerings—genuine faith demonstrates itself through costly sacrifice and wholehearted devotion, not through performing religious duties with leftover time and resources.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 5 | Daily Devotion | Be Like A Little Child | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 4, 2024 · 9m
The central message encourages the listener to emulate the security and simplicity of a little child to find true rest and understanding from God. The speaker argues that intellectual cleverness often leads to anxiety and criticism, whereas adopting the childlike state allows for God's revelation to enter the heart. This humility is presented as the key to knowing God deeply and living without the desire for retaliation.
1h 30mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribing4th Feb 2024 - CFC Bangalore | Forgiveness And Fellowship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 4, 2024 · 1h 30m
This sermon focuses on the interconnected themes of forgiveness and fellowship within the Christian life. It emphasizes that true fellowship with God and others is built upon the foundation of extending and receiving forgiveness. The message encourages believers to actively practice forgiveness to maintain strong community bonds.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 4 | Daily Devotion | Giving Your Best To God Is True Faith | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 3, 2024 · 9m
True faith is demonstrated by putting God first, which is exemplified by Abel's offering of his best to God. The speaker cautions against the common misunderstanding that God accepts offerings based on the offering itself, emphasizing instead that it is a heart of faith that God sees. Ultimately, giving God the best of your life and time, rather than just scraps, is what constitutes true faith.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
February 3 | Daily Devotion | Increase And Abound In Love | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2, 2024 · 8m
The central message emphasizes that true holiness is inseparable from love, as God is revealed as love. Drawing from 1 John and 1 Thessalonians, the speaker argues that to be established in holiness before Christ's return, believers must actively increase and abound in love for God and one another. A failure to love in specific areas of life prevents one from being ready for the Lord's coming.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 2 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Come To Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1, 2024 · 9m
The central message is that believers should habitually come directly to Jesus rather than relying solely on memorizing scripture verses or promises for rest. While Jesus invites all who are weary and heavy laden to come to Him, the speaker emphasizes that Christians often carry burdens—whether from sin, circumstances, or self-imposed guilt—that Jesus is equipped to lift. True rest comes from relationship with Christ, not just quoting doctrine.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
February 1 | Daily Devotion | Will The Lord Jesus Find Such Faith When He Comes Again? | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 31, 2024 · 8m
Jesus taught that persistent prayer, illustrated by the parable of the widow, is necessary to receive justice from God. The speaker emphasizes that true faith involves persistently asking God for heavenly things, rather than focusing solely on material or earthly blessings. He warns that the devil has diverted Christian focus toward earthly gains, neglecting the pursuit of the Kingdom of God.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
January 31 | Daily Devotion | Don’t Come Short Of The Grace Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 30, 2024 · 12m
The message warns believers not to neglect the grace of God, using the example of Esau selling his birthright for a momentary physical satisfaction. The speaker emphasizes that sin, whether addiction or otherwise, is often rooted in pride, which causes God to withdraw grace. To overcome sin, one must humble themselves, practice fasting, and combat laziness, as these are the primary areas where pride leads to spiritual decline.
1h 11mCFC India
The Amazing Example Of Job - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 30, 2024 · 1h 11m
The speaker argues that the Book of Job, not Genesis, is the first scripture God gave to man, emphasizing that God's primary interest is in the individual's spiritual state. He defines 'blameless' not as perfect, but as being continually convicted by one's conscience and immediately confessing and seeking forgiveness for any sin. Spiritual growth requires a constantly developing conscience, moving from one level of understanding sin to the next.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
January 30 | Daily Devotion | The Danger Of Addictions | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 29, 2024 · 10m
The message warns against the dangers of all forms of addiction, using the Fall in Eden as an analogy for how seemingly good desires (food, sex, knowledge) can lead to sin. The speaker emphasizes that addiction, whether to food, sex, or pornography, follows a 'law of diminishing returns,' trapping the individual in a cycle of craving more. Ultimately, the message stresses that one must take radical, immediate steps to break free, as God will not stop a person from making destructive choices.
51mCFC India
The Lord Will Provide All Your Need - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 29, 2024 · 51m
The central message emphasizes that the proper 'dress' for God's presence is humility, which must be worn toward God and one another. The speaker stresses that true humility leads to victory over sin, citing scripture like 1 Peter 5:5. He encourages continuous spiritual disciplines, including seeking more humility, meditating on God's mercy, and being continually filled with the Holy Spirit while daily taking up the cross by dying to self.
40mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - God Desires Mercy More Than Sacrifice
Zac Poonen · Jan 29, 2024 · 40m
God desires mercy and compassion more than sacrifice, and the greatest danger for churches that emphasize holiness is becoming judgmental toward others. Jesus taught the highest standards in the Sermon on the Mount, but immediately warned against judging others—maintaining external righteousness while harboring a judgmental heart is like preparing a beautiful dish but spoiling it with a dead lizard inside. The cure for sinners comes through mercy and compassion, not condemnation.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
January 29 | Daily Devotion | Do Not Yield To The Downward Pull Of Your Flesh | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 28, 2024 · 9m
Man is uniquely created with both the dust of the earth (the downward pull) and the Spirit (the upward pull), giving him conscience and the ability to choose. The central message warns that yielding to the downward pull—whether through sin, addiction, or twisting scripture to justify sin—leads away from God. Believers must use scripture not to find comfort in sin, but to pursue holiness.
7mCFC Daily Devotions
January 28 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Is Interested In The Inside Of Your Cup | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 27, 2024 · 7m
Jesus commended the Pharisees for their external adherence to law and their public testimony, but He warned that this external piety could mask internal hypocrisy. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual examination must look at the 'inside of the cup,' focusing on hidden thoughts, attitudes toward others and money, and the underlying motives for all actions. Ultimately, all actions, even the simplest, must be done for the glory of God.