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January 27 | Daily Devotion | Recognize That All That You Have Is By Grace | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 26

January 26 | Daily Devotion | Pursue Perfection In Mercy | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 25

January 25 | Daily Devotion | The Command To Be Perfect As Your Heavenly Father | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 24

January 24 | Daily Devotion | Our Father Is The Sovereign Ruler Of The Universe | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 23

January 23 | Daily Devotion | Knowing God As Our Father | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 22

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January 22 | Daily Devotion | Don't Let Regret Over Your Past Hold You Back | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 21

2h 17m

21st January 2024 - CFC Bangalore | The Amazing Example Of Job - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 21

January 21 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Take The Blame | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 20

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January 20 | Daily Devotion | Take Sin Seriously | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 19

January 19 | Daily Devotion | Have This Attitude Of Pressing On To Perfection | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 19

January 18 | Daily Devotion | Submit To God By Submitting To His Word | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 17

January 17 | Daily Devotion | Having Authority By Living Under Authority | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 16

January 16 | Daily Devotion | Become An Unworthy Slave | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 15

January 15 | Daily Devotion | Make Zero Hypocrisy To Be Your Goal | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 14

1h 49m

14th Jan 2024 - CFC Bangalore | The Lord Will Provide All Your Need - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 14

January 14 | Daily Devotion | Let Your Speech Always Be Seasoned With Salt | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 13

January 13 | Daily Devotion | Bearing The Image Of The Heavenly | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 12

16m

January 12 | Daily Devotion | Is Your Value System Different? | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 11

1h 4m

Question And Answer (Youth Meeting)

Zac Poonen · Jan 11

January 11 | Daily Devotion | God Has Determined My Destination | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 10

January 10 | Daily Devotion | Dying To Self Leads You To A Much Better Life | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 9

52m

Being Righteous, Merciful And Humble - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 9

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January 9 | Daily Devotion | God Cares For You More Than The Rest Of His Creation | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 8

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7th Jan 2024 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service | Being Righteous, Merciful And Humble - Zac

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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.

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January 27 | Daily Devotion | Recognize That All That You Have Is By Grace | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 26, 2024 · 11m

The sermon uses the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector to warn against self-righteousness and boasting in one's own merits. The central message emphasizes that all abilities and blessings are gifts from God, requiring constant humility and gratitude. Furthermore, the speaker stresses the critical need to be merciful to others, mirroring the mercy God has shown us, and warns parents against creating 'Pharisees' in their children through comparison or excessive focus on knowledge.

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January 26 | Daily Devotion | Pursue Perfection In Mercy | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 25, 2024 · 9m

The central message is that the one area where believers must strive for perfection on earth is in showing mercy, mirroring the mercy of God the Father. Mercy involves making allowances for the limitations of others, particularly in relationships like marriage, and this pursuit is essential for spiritual progress. The speaker emphasizes that God's mercy is vast, even towards hypocrites, and encourages the audience to emulate this standard.

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January 25 | Daily Devotion | The Command To Be Perfect As Your Heavenly Father | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 24, 2024 · 10m

The central message is a call to take Jesus' command to 'be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect' seriously, recognizing it as a command, not a promise. The speaker warns against hypocrisy and superficial engagement with scripture, urging listeners to study the Bible diligently, comparing scripture with scripture, as this diligent effort is necessary to truly understand God's will.

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January 24 | Daily Devotion | Our Father Is The Sovereign Ruler Of The Universe | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 23, 2024 · 12m

The central message is that believers should find rest and peace by recognizing that God the Father is the sovereign ruler who acts according to His perfect will. This understanding frees us from anxiety over the mistakes or difficulties of others, as no one can stop God's hand. The speaker emphasizes that true rest comes from knowing God as Father, which is superior to merely praying through Jesus' mediation.

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January 23 | Daily Devotion | Knowing God As Our Father | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 22, 2024 · 11m

The message emphasizes that true prayer begins with the conviction that God is our loving Father, surpassing any earthly father. It also stresses the assurance that God rules the universe with absolute sovereignty, a truth exemplified by Nebuchadnezzar's humbling in Daniel. Ultimately, the message calls listeners to rest in the knowledge that God is their Father and that all humanity is nothing before Him.

17m

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January 22 | Daily Devotion | Don't Let Regret Over Your Past Hold You Back | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 21, 2024 · 17m

The speaker addresses the tendency to dwell on past failures, comparing it to a 'thorn in the flesh' that God allows to remain for humility. While God blots out sins through Christ's blood, the memory of past mistakes remains to prevent repetition and maintain humility. Instead of self-punishment, one must actively choose not to live in regret, allowing the memory to spur one toward greater spiritual progress.

2h 17m

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21st January 2024 - CFC Bangalore | The Amazing Example Of Job - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 21, 2024 · 2h 17m

The sermon focuses on the exemplary life of Job, using his experience to illustrate themes of faithfulness and praise through immense suffering. The message encourages the congregation to maintain a spirit of gratitude and praise, regardless of current circumstances, acknowledging God's sovereignty and unchanging nature.

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January 21 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Take The Blame | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 20, 2024 · 14m

The message urges listeners to move forward by forgetting past achievements and failures, warning against both pride in successes and regret over mistakes. The central theme is taking personal responsibility for sin, contrasting Adam's tendency to blame others with Christ's willingness to take the blame for sin on the cross. True discipleship requires confessing one's own sin without pointing fingers at others.

13m

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January 20 | Daily Devotion | Take Sin Seriously | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 19, 2024 · 13m

The central message urges believers to focus on pressing toward Christlikeness rather than seeking approval from others or dwelling on past failures. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual growth requires taking sin with utmost seriousness, recognizing that the cost of sin is the blood of Jesus Christ, not merely a symbolic sacrifice. This seriousness about sin and a passion for Christlikeness should drive believers to possess every area of their lives.

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January 19 | Daily Devotion | Have This Attitude Of Pressing On To Perfection | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 19, 2024 · 12m

The message encourages believers to adopt the attitude of constantly pressing on toward maturity and perfection, drawing parallels to a child's ambition. While acknowledging current imperfections is necessary, it is insufficient; one must actively desire and strive toward Christ-likeness. This proactive pursuit means embracing correction from others with gratitude, viewing it as a loving guide toward improvement.

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January 18 | Daily Devotion | Submit To God By Submitting To His Word | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 17, 2024 · 12m

The central message emphasizes the absolute necessity of submitting to God's authority, drawing parallels from paying taxes to Caesar and apologizing for past wrongs. The speaker stresses that unresolved issues, like unconfessed sin or lack of obedience, act like a chain hindering spiritual progress. He urges listeners to teach their children obedience and to live lives free from debt or unfulfilled obligations to anyone but God.

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January 17 | Daily Devotion | Having Authority By Living Under Authority | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 16, 2024 · 18m

The central message emphasizes that true Christian authority comes not from knowledge or religious performance, but from complete submission to God's authority. The speaker draws parallels between the original sin (disobedience to God's authority) and the need for believers to submit to God's will in all areas of life. Ultimately, having authority over the devil and confusion in one's home depends entirely on one's own submission to Christ's authority.

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January 16 | Daily Devotion | Become An Unworthy Slave | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 15, 2024 · 11m

The message emphasizes the profound importance of humility, using the example of the Centurion who recognized his unworthiness before Jesus. The speaker draws a parallel between this humility and the biblical teaching that after fulfilling all commanded duties, one becomes an 'unworthy slave.' True spiritual growth requires avoiding pride and remembering that obedience, like the military discipline of marching regardless of obstacles, is paramount.

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January 15 | Daily Devotion | Make Zero Hypocrisy To Be Your Goal | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2024 · 14m

The speaker emphasizes two core principles for Christian living: sacrifice and submission to authority. He argues that true sacrifice, like that of David and Jesus, involves giving up what costs us everything. Furthermore, the most perfect life, exemplified by Jesus, is one where one never does their own will but instead submits completely to the will of the Father. This submission must be constant, even when inconvenient, and it requires actively seeking God's will in every area of life.

1h 49m

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14th Jan 2024 - CFC Bangalore | The Lord Will Provide All Your Need - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2024 · 1h 49m

The message assures the listeners that God is capable of providing for every single need they have. It encourages reliance on God's provision rather than on worldly means. The core message is one of complete trust in divine care.

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January 14 | Daily Devotion | Let Your Speech Always Be Seasoned With Salt | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 13, 2024 · 10m

The message emphasizes that a true life change requires more than just hearing a good sermon; it demands a fundamental shift in one's entire value system, modeled after Jesus' careful conduct. A key focus is on seasoning one's speech with grace, comparing it to adding salt to food, and recognizing that what comes out of the mouth reveals what is in the heart. Ultimately, the speaker urges listeners to depend on the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit, rather than relying on worldly means, to live like Christ.

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January 13 | Daily Devotion | Bearing The Image Of The Heavenly | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 12, 2024 · 14m

The central message is that believers must shift their life's priorities from earthly concerns to bearing the image of heaven, exemplified by Christ. The speaker argues that true spirituality is not about maintaining outward decorum or pleasing people, but about prioritizing fellowship with God and embodying Christ's radical compassion, even if it causes offense. This requires a fundamental change in one's value system.

16m

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January 12 | Daily Devotion | Is Your Value System Different? | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 11, 2024 · 16m

The central message urges believers to ensure their entire value system reflects their heavenly destination in Christ, rather than remaining attached to earthly concerns. True transformation, which is the core of holiness, begins in the mind by renewing one's thoughts and values, moving away from worldly standards. The speaker emphasizes that outward appearance or mere participation in church life is insufficient if the inner mindset remains worldly.

1h 4m

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Question And Answer (Youth Meeting)

Zac Poonen · Jan 11, 2024 · 1h 4m

The session addresses questions regarding church discipline, advising that concerns should be brought to godly elders for confidential counsel rather than being aired publicly. It also discusses self-discipline, emphasizing that discipleship requires self-control in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity. Ultimately, the speaker encourages patience, perseverance, and trusting in God's provision and the Holy Spirit's help during the process of sanctification.

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January 11 | Daily Devotion | God Has Determined My Destination | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 10, 2024 · 18m

The speaker emphasizes that the most important focus in the Christian life is not merely reaching heaven, but being conformed to the image of Jesus Christ, which is God's predetermined destination for believers. He warns against 'majoring on minors'—getting sidetracked by good but secondary activities like evangelism—if it distracts from the primary goal of Christlikeness. True Christian living means integrating all aspects of life, including service and ministry, under the overarching goal of becoming like Jesus.

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January 10 | Daily Devotion | Dying To Self Leads You To A Much Better Life | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 9, 2024 · 12m

The central message is that the Christian life requires a commitment to 'die to self' daily, which is presented as a greater reality and blessing than the miracles of the Old Covenant. This daily surrender allows the life of Jesus to be manifested in the believer's body, leading to the reception of the Holy Spirit, which is compared to filling a cup beyond mere cleansing.

52m

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Being Righteous, Merciful And Humble - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 9, 2024 · 52m

The central message is that believers should not fight against people, but rather remain silent and trust God, as the Lord will fight for them. The speaker draws lessons from scripture, particularly Psalm 46 and 2 Chronicles 20, emphasizing that when facing overwhelming opposition, one must seek the Lord, acknowledge their lack of power, and declare that their eyes are on God. He concludes by referencing Ephesians 6:12, advising that refusing to fight with human beings grants power against Satan.