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42mZac Poonen - Two Levels of the Christian Life
Zac Poonen · Jul 31
1h 30m16th July 2023 - CFC Bangalore - Fellowship In The Dying Of Jesus Daily - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 16
17mZac Poonen - Knowing The Father By Revelation
Zac Poonen · Jun 19
1h 14mRLCF Men’s Conference 2023 Q&A — Zac Poonen — April 22, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 26
1h 8mMen Who Manifest God's Nature — Zac Poonen — April 22, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 26
1h 54mHow God Started the Work of CFC — Zac Poonen — April 12, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 18
5mLessons from the life of Hannah - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 18
24m8. Raising Godly Children -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9
46mChrist Must Increase And I Must Decrease - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 2
1h 41m5th Feb 2023 - The Blessed Results Of Being Filled With The Spirit - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 5
49mFaith To Obtain God's Promises - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31
1h 11mServant Session | 2. The Lord Encourages Us Constantly - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 27
1h 10mZac Poonen 3 - We Have a Father in Heaven | Austin CFC | 2022-09-25
Zac Poonen · Sep 25
1h 3mHow To Pray Without Ceasing - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 22
1h 25mGlobal Online Youth Meeting Q&A -- Zac Poonen -- August 27, 2022
Zac Poonen · Aug 29
1h 3mHow to Pray Without Ceasing -- Zac Poonen -- August 28, 2022
Zac Poonen · Aug 29
15mMake Sure That God is Hearing Your Prayers -- Zac Poonen -- July 27, 2022
Zac Poonen · Jul 29
1h 26m7. RLCF Discipleship Conference 2022 Q&A -- Zac Poonen -- July 24, 2022
Zac Poonen · Jul 26
30mZac Poonen - God Speaks From Within Us Today
Zac Poonen · May 16
1h 39m8th May 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Jesus' Example In Ministry - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 8
28mZac Poonen - Christians Who Worship An "Idol-god" And Not Our Heavenly Father
Zac Poonen · Apr 4
19mZac Poonen - For Children: Maintaining A Close Connection With God
Zac Poonen · Jan 3
1h 22mGod Wants To Fill Your Heart With His Love - Zac Poonen | Hindi
Zac Poonen · Dec 2
1h 9mGod Wants Us To Overcome Discouragement | परमेश्वर चाहता है की हम निराशा पर जयवंत हो | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17
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.
42mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Two Levels of the Christian Life
Zac Poonen · Jul 31, 2023 · 42m
The speaker outlines two levels of Christian living: one focused on avoiding unlawful actions to maintain a clear conscience, and a higher level centered on choosing what is most profitable for glorifying God's Kingdom. He emphasizes that true devotion goes beyond mere legality, requiring a willingness to sacrifice personal comfort or desires to align with God's will, citing fasting and prayer as examples of this higher commitment.
1h 30mCFC Bangalore Live
16th July 2023 - CFC Bangalore - Fellowship In The Dying Of Jesus Daily - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 16, 2023 · 1h 30m
The sermon focused heavily on worship, praise, and acknowledging the boundless nature of God's love and mercy, drawing inspiration from Nehemiah's prayer. The central message is to live lives that glorify God in everything we do, remembering His covenant faithfulness and unending grace. The speaker encouraged the congregation to draw strength from God's power and mercy as they journey of faith.
17mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Knowing The Father By Revelation
Zac Poonen · Jun 19, 2023 · 17m
The central message is that true Christian life requires knowing God personally as a Father, which is achieved by being filled with the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that this relationship eliminates anxiety and worry, as a Heavenly Father provides for all needs—physical, financial, and emotional. He urges listeners to move beyond merely having the Holy Spirit to being filled with it, allowing them to live in a state of rest and trust.
1h 14mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Men’s Conference 2023 Q&A — Zac Poonen — April 22, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 26, 2023 · 1h 14m
The speaker emphasizes that Christianity is a spiritual faith, not merely an intellectual one, requiring understanding beyond the mind and soul to reach the spirit. True life change comes not from winning arguments, but from surrendering one's will to God's plan through prayer. Furthermore, the speaker advises that sin confession should be made to God and the person wronged, not to another person, and that one must focus solely on Christ rather than being discouraged by the hypocrisy of others.
1h 8mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Men Who Manifest God's Nature — Zac Poonen — April 22, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 26, 2023 · 1h 8m
The speaker emphasizes that men are ordained to take the lead in the church, which requires deep knowledge of God and His Word. He draws from the story of Cornelius to illustrate that God hears sincere prayer, even from non-Christians, provided there is a reverence for God. True prayer is characterized by a constant state of helplessness, not by the quantity of time spent praying, and it should be approached with intimacy, addressing God as 'Abba' in private.
1h 54mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
How God Started the Work of CFC — Zac Poonen — April 12, 2023
Zac Poonen · Apr 18, 2023 · 1h 54m
Genuine works of God always begin with a burden and prayer, tracing historical examples from Martin Luther's Reformation to John Wesley's emphasis on holiness. The speaker argues that the full purpose of God—encompassing salvation by faith, the Holy Spirit, and a life of holiness—has been repeatedly obscured by corruption and materialism within Christianity. He advocates for a return to authentic, non-worldly Christian living, using his experience in India to illustrate the need to counter the influence of money in church leadership.
5mCFC India
Lessons from the life of Hannah - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 18, 2023 · 5m
The life of Hannah illustrates that when barren women sought God in intense prayer, God fulfilled their needs, as seen with Samuel's birth. The key lesson is that true breakthrough occurs when our focus shifts from our personal needs to God's greater purpose. Hannah's prayer evolved from asking for a son to dedicating him entirely to the Lord's service, which was crucial for restoring Israel.
24mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
8. Raising Godly Children -- Zac Poonen -- March 1, 2009
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2023 · 24m
The central message is that raising children is a sacred trust from God, requiring faith from parents, similar to how Moses' parents protected him. The speaker emphasizes that every child is a gift from God, and parents must treat their children as such, recognizing that receiving a child in Jesus' name is equivalent to receiving Christ. Furthermore, while children teach us humility, the process of raising them requires continuous prayer and discipline to overcome sin's nature.
46mCFC India
Christ Must Increase And I Must Decrease - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 2, 2023 · 46m
The speaker emphasizes that God has a perfect plan for our lives, citing examples like the invention of Zoom during the pandemic to illustrate His providence. A core message revolves around the necessity of shepherds in the church, drawing from Matthew 9:36, stating that compassion is the primary requirement for leadership. He urges believers to pray for God to send shepherds, as the harvest (people) is plentiful, but the workers (shepherds) are few.
1h 41mCFC Bangalore Live
5th Feb 2023 - The Blessed Results Of Being Filled With The Spirit - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 5, 2023 · 1h 41m
The message emphasizes that the greatest need is to seek the Lord with hungry and believing hearts, acknowledging that God is eager to work in us. The speaker encourages the congregation to focus on God's goodness, greatness, and mercy, drawing strength from scripture passages like Psalm 27 and the promise that if we seek the Lord, we will find Him. The core message is one of continuous seeking and receiving God's Spirit and Word.
49mCFC India
Faith To Obtain God's Promises - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 31, 2022 · 49m
The central message is that God promises to supply all our needs according to His riches in glory through Christ, but this does not mean He will give us everything we want. When facing uncertainty or lack of wisdom, believers are encouraged to ask God generously, remembering that He never scolds. Furthermore, accessing this provision requires humility and faith, trusting God completely rather than doubting His care.
1h 11mCFC India
Servant Session | 2. The Lord Encourages Us Constantly - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Oct 27, 2022 · 1h 11m
The speaker discusses how discouragement is a sin because it implies God does not care, and he shares how praying in unknown tongues helped him overcome it. He emphasizes that every spiritual gift has a proper place for use, citing Jesus' ministry as an example: the need was not the call to act. Instead, the guiding principle for action must be fulfilling the will of the one who sent you, rather than reacting solely to perceived needs.
1h 10mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen 3 - We Have a Father in Heaven | Austin CFC | 2022-09-25
Zac Poonen · Sep 25, 2022 · 1h 10m
The speaker discusses various aspects of biblical study, including comparing Old Testament and New Testament speaking styles, and recommending the NASB translation for accuracy over older versions like KJV. He emphasizes that true rejoicing comes not from one's own authority or works for God, but from recognizing what God has done for us. Finally, he advises on prayer, suggesting meditation on the Lord's Prayer rather than mere rote repetition.
1h 3mCFC India
How To Pray Without Ceasing - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Sep 22, 2022 · 1h 3m
The central message is the necessity of taking God's commands, especially prayer, with utmost seriousness and persistence. The speaker emphasizes that true love for Jesus is proven by keeping His commandments, urging listeners not to give up halfway through difficult obedience. He stresses that believers must diligently seek God's word and be willing to press through perceived impossibilities.
1h 25mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Global Online Youth Meeting Q&A -- Zac Poonen -- August 27, 2022
Zac Poonen · Aug 29, 2022 · 1h 25m
The speaker addresses common struggles such as doubting salvation, advising listeners to rely on God's Word (faith) rather than feelings. He emphasizes that seeking the Holy Spirit should be done through persistent prayer, not by relying on others. Furthermore, he teaches that true guidance comes from a motive to glorify God, and that the Holy Spirit always encourages, never condemns.
1h 3mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
How to Pray Without Ceasing -- Zac Poonen -- August 28, 2022
Zac Poonen · Aug 29, 2022 · 1h 3m
The central message emphasizes taking God's commands, such as praying without ceasing, with utmost seriousness and persistence. The speaker warns against giving up halfway or dismissing commands as impossible, asserting that true love for Christ is proven by obedience to His commandments. He encourages believers to strive for deep obedience rather than settling for a shallow, half-hearted faith.
15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Make Sure That God is Hearing Your Prayers -- Zac Poonen -- July 27, 2022
Zac Poonen · Jul 29, 2022 · 15m
The central message is that for God to hear our prayers, we must ensure there is no sin or wrong attitude in our hearts. The speaker emphasizes that harboring wickedness, wishing evil on others, or being critical breaks the connection with God. Furthermore, before presenting our prayers, we must reconcile with any person we have offended, as this is a necessary condition for acceptable prayer.
1h 26mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
7. RLCF Discipleship Conference 2022 Q&A -- Zac Poonen -- July 24, 2022
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.
30mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - God Speaks From Within Us Today
Zac Poonen · May 16, 2022 · 30m
God primarily speaks to us today through the Holy Spirit working from within, rather than through external signs as in the Old Covenant. To hear God's guidance, believers must actively seek to be filled with the Holy Spirit through prayer. Furthermore, the speaker emphasizes that unforgiveness is a major barrier to hearing God's voice, urging the audience to forgive others immediately, even for future offenses.
1h 39mCFC Bangalore Live
8th May 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Jesus' Example In Ministry - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 8, 2022 · 1h 39m
The service emphasizes praising God for His unwavering love, goodness, and faithfulness, drawing heavily on hymns and scripture readings. The message encourages the congregation to keep their focus on God's unchanging nature and His promises, particularly in times of trial. It concludes by focusing on the privilege of hearing God's word, referencing Psalm 19 as a testament to God's self-revelation through creation and scripture.
28mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Christians Who Worship An "Idol-god" And Not Our Heavenly Father
Zac Poonen · Apr 4, 2022 · 28m
The central message is that true Christian worship must be directed toward the living, risen Christ, not an idolized version of Him. The speaker argues that treating Christ as an idol—one who cannot hear prayer, speak, or act—is a result of unaddressed sin in one's heart, which prevents a genuine connection with God. To worship the real Christ, believers must confront their internal attitudes and rely on the assurance that He hears and answers prayer through the Scriptures.
19mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - For Children: Maintaining A Close Connection With God
Zac Poonen · Jan 3, 2022 · 19m
The speaker uses the analogy of a broken electrical wire to illustrate that even one sin can completely sever a person's connection with God, making the lamp of life go out. He emphasizes that all people have sinned, as God's standard requires perfection. Furthermore, he stresses the importance of daily spiritual connection, citing Genesis 1 to teach that God speaks every day, and advises starting the day with prayer to hear God's word.
1h 22mCFC India
God Wants To Fill Your Heart With His Love - Zac Poonen | Hindi
Zac Poonen · Dec 2, 2021 · 1h 22m
The central message is that God desires to fill our hearts with His love, which requires us to cultivate the ability to hear Him speak. The speaker emphasizes that just as God spoke every day in creation, we must remain attentive to His word daily. He warns that allowing negative habits, such as harboring hatred, can deafen our hearts, and true transformation comes only when we actively listen for and obey God's voice.
1h 9mCFC India
God Wants Us To Overcome Discouragement | परमेश्वर चाहता है की हम निराशा पर जयवंत हो | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 17, 2021 · 1h 9m
The central message is that God desires for believers to be free from discouragement and anxiety. The speaker draws from Romans 15 and Matthew 6, emphasizing that instead of worrying about earthly matters, believers should seek first the Kingdom and righteousness of God. He also offers comfort regarding death, citing that believers who pass away are 'asleep' with the Lord, awaiting resurrection, and should not grieve like those who have no hope.