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1h 29mZac Poonen · Aug 19
50mIan Robson · Aug 19
9mJeremy Utley · Aug 17
1h 8mZac Poonen · Aug 16
13mNCCF Church · Aug 15
1h 29mZac Poonen · Aug 12
13mJeremy Utley · Aug 11
11mNCCF Church · Aug 8
1h 12mZac Poonen · Aug 8
38mZac Poonen · Aug 8
1h 46mCharles Banna · Aug 7
52mJohn Pereira · Aug 4
28mSantosh Poonen · Aug 4
17mNCCF Church · Aug 1
57mZac Poonen · Aug 1
3h 41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Jul 28
58mIan Robson · Jul 28
1h 26mZac Poonen · Jul 26
58mZac Poonen · Jul 25
59mZac Poonen · Jul 25
59mZac Poonen · Jul 25
11mNCCF Church · Jul 25
31mJeremy Utley · Jul 25
1h 31mCFC Bangalore Live · Jul 24
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.
1h 29mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Aug 19, 2022 · 1h 29m
The speaker cautions against seeking novelty in spiritual teaching, arguing that God's method is often through repetition, and the true measure of truth is personal experience, not mere knowledge. He warns that excessive focus on biblical knowledge without grounding in the real Jesus Christ can lead to spiritual blindness and deception. The true mark of a New Covenant church meeting, according to the speaker, is that attendees leave with the secrets of their hearts disclosed, not merely witnessing spectacular signs or miracles.
50mCFC India
Ian Robson · Aug 19, 2022 · 50m
The speaker shares three profound lessons learned over 47 years in the church: first, true fellowship is forged through fire and requires commitment beyond mere friendship; second, one must love brothers without hypocrisy and strive to be a peacemaker, starting at home; and third, the 'whole council of God' is more than just repentance or baptism, but involves being transformed by the Holy Spirit to behold the glory of Jesus. He challenges the audience, especially the young, to live out these truths.
9mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley · Aug 17, 2022 · 9m
Drawing from the account of Jesus calming the storm in Luke 8, the speaker emphasizes that 'little faith' is characterized by waiting until the very last moment before crying out for help. He argues that Jesus tests us even in our areas of perceived strength, challenging us to rely on Him rather than our own expertise or checklists. True faith requires dependence on God even when we feel we have the knowledge or ability to handle a situation ourselves.
1h 8mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Aug 16, 2022 · 1h 8m
The speaker recounts the history of the CFC church, emphasizing that God builds His church not through human cleverness, education, or wealth, but through the power of the Holy Spirit. True discipleship requires radical repentance—a 180-degree turn away from self-will toward God's way. He warns against merely having the 'form' of godliness without genuine inner transformation.
13mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Aug 15, 2022 · 13m
The central message is that all Christian actions, such as kindness and forgiveness, must originate from Christ to be truly pleasing to God. The speaker emphasizes that if the source of our good deeds is ourselves, God sees through it, regardless of how good the action appears externally. True spiritual growth, therefore, is motivated by a desire for Christ to increase in our lives, allowing us to know God more deeply.
1h 29mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Aug 12, 2022 · 1h 29m
The sermon emphasizes that husbands must act as leaders, drawing parallels from scripture to establish the man's role in the home and church. Key points include that a man must always see God first, before seeing his wife, and that husbands must intervene when their wives disobey God's commands, as Adam failed to do. Ultimately, men are called to be strong leaders in all areas of life.
13mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley · Aug 11, 2022 · 13m
The speaker uses examples from the Gospel of Luke, particularly the healing of the demon-possessed man, to discuss the proper attitude toward ministry and discipleship. He contrasts instances where Jesus commanded silence with the instance where he told the man to proclaim God's works. The central message is that believers should not be discouraged by lack of appreciation, but rather should be proactive in sharing the testimony of God's power, embracing an offensive witness rather than clinging defensively to a comfortable environment.
11mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Aug 8, 2022 · 11m
The central message is that Christians are called to reflect the life of Jesus by constantly striving to do good in their daily interactions, much like a sweet aroma. The speaker emphasizes that this requires perseverance, not losing heart when immediate goodness isn't visible. He uses the analogy of a broken water pipe to illustrate that unaddressed bitterness can cause severe spiritual damage, urging the audience to immediately address such negative emotions through forgiveness and seeking God's help.
1h 12mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Aug 8, 2022 · 1h 12m
The speaker argues that true Christian life is found not merely in studying the Word or performing religious duties, but in embracing the 'way of the cross' and the 'new covenant.' He emphasizes that the goal is not perfection in one's own strength, but a daily desire to become more like Christ, recognizing that ministry is secondary to the life itself. This transformation is facilitated by the Holy Spirit, moving believers from the legalistic focus of the Old Testament to the grace-filled calling of sonship.
38mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Aug 8, 2022 · 38m
The speaker traces the concept of 'covenant' from biblical history, citing examples like the rainbow after the flood, the covenant with Abraham (circumcision), and the covenant with Israel (shedding blood). He argues that Jesus established the New Covenant at the Last Supper, where breaking bread symbolized his body being broken for sin. The central message is a warning that many Christians treat the elements of worship, like breaking bread, as mere empty rituals without understanding the profound commitment and reality of the covenant established by Christ.
1h 46mCFC Bangalore Live
Charles Banna · Aug 7, 2022 · 1h 46m
The sermon begins with praise and worship, focusing on Jesus's redemptive work. The speaker then leads the congregation in prayer, acknowledging their weakness and dependence on God's presence and guidance. The message concludes by reading and meditating on scripture, specifically contrasting the theme of being 'delivered over to death' for Christ's sake (2 Corinthians 4:11-12) with the command to be kind and forgiving to one another (Ephesians 4:32).
52mCFC India
John Pereira · Aug 4, 2022 · 52m
The central message is that believers must remain in a state of neediness and dependence on the Lord, as the church is being built by Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship requires humility, acknowledging one's weakness, and actively participating in the body of Christ, rather than relying on self-effort. He urges listeners to examine whether they are being built into this body by living righteously in all areas of life.
28mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Aug 4, 2022 · 28m
The speaker urges the congregation to recognize the current 'time of visitation' from God, warning against spiritual complacency like the religious leaders who missed Jesus's ministry. He advises believers to live differently by being transformed through the renewing of their minds, emphasizing that true self-assessment involves measuring one's value by dependence on God, not by past victories or achievements.
17mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Aug 1, 2022 · 17m
The central message is to persevere in doing good, both personally and corporately, drawing inspiration from Galatians 6:9. The speaker emphasizes that consistency in good works is harder than doing them once, urging the congregation to be diligent in their preparation for sharing within the church family, citing the example of Paul's consistent ministry. Ultimately, the motivation for this effort should be to reap the joy of the Lord.
57mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Aug 1, 2022 · 57m
The central message is that maintaining unbroken fellowship with God requires absolute honesty, which is presented as more crucial than perfect holiness. The speaker warns against pretense and hypocrisy, urging listeners to confess faults directly to God rather than blaming others, citing the example of Adam. True discipleship involves living openly in the light of God's truth.
3h 41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Jul 28, 2022 · 3h 41m
This video is a collection of praise and worship songs from a Discipleship Conference, focusing heavily on themes of God's overwhelming love, the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, and reliance on His grace. The worship segments repeatedly emphasize that God is bigger than all problems and that believers find strength and victory through Christ's power, rather than their own efforts.
58mCFC India
Ian Robson · Jul 28, 2022 · 58m
The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual bonds are forged not through mere fellowship, but through shared trials and struggles. He draws parallels between the relationship Christ has with the church (illustrated by Song of Solomon 8:5) and the necessary support systems in life, urging listeners to actively seek people—in marriage, family, and church—upon whom they can lean. Ultimately, the message is a call to build deep, supportive relationships, especially as the end times approach, mirroring the profound reliance shown by John at the cross.
1h 26mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Jul 26, 2022 · 1h 26m
The speaker discusses various aspects of Christian living, including the necessity of humble service, using the example of foot washing as a non-ritualistic act of service. He advises that for fellowship, starting small in a home is ideal, with online participation being a good second option. Regarding fasting and prayer, announcing these times is acceptable as long as the motive is pleasing to God, not seeking human honor. Finally, he clarifies that New Testament prophecy is not about predicting the future but about building up, challenging, and comforting the hearers.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Jul 25, 2022 · 58m
The speaker emphasizes that the 'higher Christian life' means walking in the manner of Jesus, which involves more than just singing hymns; it requires deep, meaningful communication with the Lord. He argues that Jesus' example was comprehensive, encompassing not only ministry and preaching but also practical, honest work like carpentry. Therefore, Christians in secular jobs must emulate this by being faithful and honest in their daily vocations.
59mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 25, 2022 · 59m
The speaker advises that believers should trust God's sovereignty through all life's mistakes and difficulties, rather than complaining. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires focusing on the early, foundational years of Jesus's life, not just his famous later ministry. Ultimately, one must be willing to serve humbly, like washing feet, and embrace difficult circumstances, as God's greatest blessings are often found in the lowest places.
59mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jul 25, 2022 · 59m
The speaker emphasizes that a church's vision must remain focused on God's original calling, which is building the body rather than accumulating physical assets. He stresses that the foundation of Christian life must be a constant recognition of God's boundless mercy, as we continually discover areas of sin and unchristlike living. This realization should lead to a life of constant repentance and a desire to live to reflect Christ's likeness.
11mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Jul 25, 2022 · 11m
The central message emphasizes that the goal of Christians is to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning corporately within the local church. The speaker draws heavily from John 11, using the resurrection of Lazarus to illustrate that belief in Jesus's life-giving word is what brings salvation, even when circumstances seem hopeless. He concludes by stressing that merely hearing God's word is insufficient; true discipleship requires actively doing what is heard, comparing it to building a house on the rock.
31mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley · Jul 25, 2022 · 31m
The central message is that while people often come to Jesus for temporary needs like healing, provision, or relief from difficulty, the true purpose of coming to Him is discipleship and salvation from sin. The speaker warns against mistaking past blessings or answered prayers for evidence of true discipleship, emphasizing that following Jesus requires a commitment to His kingdom even when it brings hardship.
1h 31mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribingCFC Messages · Jul 24, 2022 · 1h 31m
This message emphasizes the universal human need for support and reliance on others. It speaks to the necessity of having people in our lives to lean on during difficult times. The core message is about community support and mutual reliance.