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24mWords of Encouragement -- Olu Talabi & Chetan Chadalavada & Hymn Sing -- March 6, 2022
Olu Talabi · Mar 11
15mJeremy Utley - Do I Really Want To Be A Blessing?
Jeremy Utley · Mar 9
19mBobby McDonald - 6 Ways God Uses Affliction
Bobby McDonald · Mar 8
1h 27m6th March 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Loving Christ Supremely - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 6
1h 6mGod Will Honor Those Who Honor Him -- Zac Poonen -- March 2, 2022
Zac Poonen · Mar 3
4m 42sNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Mar 1
12mAnnie Poonen - “O love that will not let me go” by George Matheson
Annie Poonen · Feb 28
55mZac Poonen - The New Covenant’s Ten Commandments
Zac Poonen · Feb 28
15mJeremy Utley - Dealing With Life's Disappointments As A Disciple
Jeremy Utley · Feb 23
1h 2mTaking Up The Cross And Building Christ’s Church - Zac Poonen (Tamil)
Zac Poonen · Feb 22
27mZac Poonen - Going Outside "The Camp" Bearing Christ's Reproach
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
4mLift Up Your Brother And Push Him Forward – Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21
50mLet God Glorify Himself at Your Expense -- Santosh Poonen -- February 20, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21
38mRLCF Praise Live -- February 13, 2022
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 16
1h 10mReacting As Jesus Did – In Mercy Towards Others - Zac Poonen (German)
Zac Poonen · Feb 15
6mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Feb 15
47mThe Blessing of Abraham -- Ajay Chakravarthy -- February 13, 2022
Ajay Chakravarthy · Feb 14
35mRLCF Praise Live -- February 6, 2022
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Feb 9
3m 45sLord, Help Me Live On Earth Like Thee - Song by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 9
6mNCCF Church Sharing
NCCF Church · Feb 8
1h 32m6th February 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Eight Ways To Deceive Ourselves - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6
13mWords of Encouragement -- Dave Bertsch & David Lane -- January 30, 2022
David Lane · Feb 5
1h 0mSet Christ Alone As Lord Of Your Life – Sunil Poonen
Sunil Poonen · Feb 3
54mRepent Daily, Then Satan Will Be Afraid of You - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2
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.
24mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Olu Talabi & Chetan Chadalavada & Hymn Sing -- March 6, 2022
Olu Talabi · Mar 11, 2022 · 24m
The speaker draws parallels between Moses' difficult leadership journey and the assurance found in Exodus 33:14—that God's presence brings rest. He emphasizes that the goal of Christian life and preaching should be to testify about what God has done personally, echoing the sentiment of Psalm 107:2. The message concludes by noting God's patience, referencing the long wait for judgment in Eli's case, and the possibility of repentance even among unbelievers, as seen with the Ninevites.
15mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Do I Really Want To Be A Blessing?
Jeremy Utley · Mar 9, 2022 · 15m
The speaker reflects on six reasons God allows affliction, ultimately arguing that the most undervalued reason is the opportunity to grow in sympathy for others. He draws parallels to Jesus's teaching that loving God requires loving one's neighbor, suggesting that indifference to others proves a lack of love for God. The message concludes by emphasizing that Jesus deeply valued sympathy, even humbling himself to experience human weakness, which should challenge the listener's own valuation of compassion.
19mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - 6 Ways God Uses Affliction
Bobby McDonald · Mar 8, 2022 · 19m
God uses affliction not just to remove problems, but to build us up and make us more like Jesus Christ. This process involves developing a deep, consistent rest in God, even during storms, and learning to love unconditionally, mirroring God's impartial love. Ultimately, affliction is a tool for spiritual refinement, enabling us to overcome challenges through Christ's power.
1h 27mCFC Bangalore Live
6th March 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Loving Christ Supremely - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 6, 2022 · 1h 27m
The message emphasizes that the Lord desires a love that comes from the heart—an undistracted devotion—rather than mere outward actions. The speaker encourages the congregation to live according to the sentiment of Psalm 73:25, declaring that in heaven, they have no one else to desire besides the Lord. This calls for a deep, all-consuming love for Christ.
1h 6mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
God Will Honor Those Who Honor Him -- Zac Poonen -- March 2, 2022
Zac Poonen · Mar 3, 2022 · 1h 6m
The sermon uses the example of Eli, the high priest, to warn against prioritizing family comfort over obedience to God. Eli failed to rebuke his sons for their sin because he loved them more than the Lord, leading to a curse upon his lineage. The central message is that true discipleship requires honoring Christ above all relationships, and neglecting to correct sin in loved ones can have eternal consequences.
4m 42sNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Mar 1, 2022 · 4m 42s
The message centers on the motivation for persistent prayer, drawing inspiration from Isaiah 62:1, where the prophet vows not to be silent until Zion's righteousness shines forth. The speaker applies this to personal life, urging the congregation to pray ceaselessly for their families and loved ones until they are saved and become disciples. A key takeaway is the necessity of never giving up in prayer, regardless of delays, until God completes His work.
12mNCCF Church
Annie Poonen - “O love that will not let me go” by George Matheson
Annie Poonen · Feb 28, 2022 · 12m
The sermon uses George Matheson's hymn, "O love that will not let me go," to illustrate that true life and spiritual vision are found through surrender to God, especially amidst suffering. Matheson's own life, marked by blindness and personal tragedy, led him to realize that earthly loves fade, but God's eternal love endures. The core message is that by yielding our lives to the Lord, our struggles become pathways to an abundant, joyful life mirroring Christ's sacrifice.
55mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - The New Covenant’s Ten Commandments
Zac Poonen · Feb 28, 2022 · 55m
The central message is that Christians must change their mindset regarding God's commandments, viewing them not as a burden, but as a profound expression of God's love. The speaker argues that true understanding comes when believers see obedience as a pathway to freedom and eternal life, comparing this realization to the immense benefit of undergoing necessary, though painful, medical treatments. This shift in perspective is necessary for spiritual progress.
15mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley - Dealing With Life's Disappointments As A Disciple
Jeremy Utley · Feb 23, 2022 · 15m
Disappointment is a natural part of the Christian life, and a disciple's response should be to reset their hope completely on the grace found in Jesus Christ. When disappointment or temptation returns, it is not a sign of failure but an opportunity to obey again. True transformation into Christ's likeness requires diligently practicing the fundamentals of faith, much like an athlete mastering their basic skills.
1h 2mCFC India
Taking Up The Cross And Building Christ’s Church - Zac Poonen (Tamil)
Zac Poonen · Feb 22, 2022 · 1h 2m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life requires constant self-examination, acknowledging that one's life will be reviewed by God. He draws parallels from scripture, noting that Jesus prioritized the Father's glory over the attention of important people. The central message stresses that discipleship requires loving Christ above all earthly relationships and daily taking up one's cross by dying to self and submitting to God's will.
27mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Going Outside "The Camp" Bearing Christ's Reproach
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2022 · 27m
The central message is that true Christianity requires believers to willingly go 'outside the camp bearing Christ's reproach,' meaning they must be willing to face rejection from religious or worldly peers. The speaker contrasts this necessary rejection with the desire for popularity, warning that even outwardly successful churches can fall away if fervent love for Christ is replaced by the love of money or worldly things.
4mCFC India
Lift Up Your Brother And Push Him Forward – Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 21, 2022 · 4m
The speaker uses the example of two brothers in a triathlon, where one helped his struggling brother cross the finish line, to illustrate a profound Christian principle. He compares this act of selfless support to Jesus's willingness to help a stumbling sinner, emphasizing that Christian love requires us to lift up and push others forward, even if it means sacrificing our own desire to win.
50mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Let God Glorify Himself at Your Expense -- Santosh Poonen -- February 20, 2022
Santosh Poonen · Feb 21, 2022 · 50m
The speaker reflects on Psalm 8, marveling at the vastness of creation and contrasting it with humanity's small stature. He emphasizes the incredible privilege that God lavished such love on humanity, culminating in the incarnation of Christ. The message pivots to the New Covenant, defining it as following Jesus, citing John 17 and the repeated call to 'follow me' throughout the Gospels.
38mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live -- February 13, 2022
CFC Messages · Feb 16, 2022 · 38m
The sermon emphasizes the need for continuous praise, acknowledging God's goodness and faithfulness in all circumstances. A central theme is the call for personal consecration, urging listeners to allow the Holy Spirit to burn away self-centered ways and distractions. The speaker stresses that true spiritual power and grace for the coming fight come through individual surrender and prayer.
1h 10mCFC India
Reacting As Jesus Did – In Mercy Towards Others - Zac Poonen (German)
Zac Poonen · Feb 15, 2022 · 1h 10m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christian living requires embodying Christ's mercy, especially when facing accusations or suffering. The speaker draws lessons from Jesus' example—forgiving those who reviled him and not retaliating—and advises believers to approach speaking about others with caution, ensuring it comes from a spirit of correction, not accusation. Ultimately, the message calls for following Christ's example of enduring suffering without striking back.
6mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Feb 15, 2022 · 6m
The central message is that true wisdom is found by listening to counsel and accepting discipline, with Jesus Christ being the ultimate example of wisdom. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus demonstrated this by remaining submissive to his earthly parents while simultaneously possessing divine wisdom. He encourages the audience to follow Jesus' example by coming to him for rest and learning from his gentle and humble life.
47mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Blessing of Abraham -- Ajay Chakravarthy -- February 13, 2022
Ajay Chakravarthy · Feb 14, 2022 · 47m
The speaker cautions against spiritual complacency, warning that relying solely on church services without personal devotion to Christ is dangerous. He emphasizes that true spiritual strength comes from a consistent, deep personal walk with God, citing Noah's 500 years of walking with God as an example. The core message is to actively maintain one's relationship with God by addressing sin and seeking His word daily, lest one become spiritually deaf or frantic when God's guidance is needed.
35mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live -- February 6, 2022
CFC Messages · Feb 9, 2022 · 35m
The message emphasizes living life in a way that prepares one for eternity, contrasting the temporary nature of earthly life with the eternal light of heaven. The speaker encourages the congregation to focus entirely on worshiping Jesus, casting all cares, anxieties, and doubts upon God, trusting instead in His unchanging promises and Word. Ultimately, the call is to surrender one's will to God's authority and promises, trusting that He will complete the good work He started in believers.
3m 45sCFC India
Lord, Help Me Live On Earth Like Thee - Song by Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 9, 2022 · 3m 45s
The song expresses a deep desire to live a life characterized by selfless love, mirroring the love of the Lord. The singer commits to using their life to comfort others through simple acts like smiles, kind words, or deeds. The ultimate goal is to live a life of giving and love, ensuring that their time on earth is not lived in vain.
6mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing
CFC Messages · Feb 8, 2022 · 6m
The sermon emphasizes the danger of gradually forsaking the Lord, even after experiencing great blessings or victories. The speaker draws from 2 Chronicles 15 and 16, illustrating that the warning to seek God is most needed not during trials, but after times of apparent success. True faithfulness requires constant vigilance to resist self-reliance and maintain a continuous pursuit of God.
1h 32mCFC Bangalore Live
6th February 2022 - CFC Sunday Church Service | Eight Ways To Deceive Ourselves - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6, 2022 · 1h 32m
The sermon warns believers about eight ways they can deceive themselves, drawing from the warning in 2 Corinthians 11:3. The core message is to guard the simplicity and purity of their devotion to Christ against deceptive teachings or false spirits. The speaker urges the congregation to heed these warnings to prevent being led astray from the true gospel.
13mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement -- Dave Bertsch & David Lane -- January 30, 2022
David Lane · Feb 5, 2022 · 13m
The speaker contrasts the desire for extraordinary, miraculous signs with the reality of the 'ordinary Christian life.' Drawing from Acts and Hebrews, he argues that true faith is found not in spectacular deeds, but in consistent, daily obedience and reliance on Jesus. He encourages listeners to persevere in the mundane aspects of faith, trusting that God is working even when visible results are absent.
1h 0mCFC India
Set Christ Alone As Lord Of Your Life – Sunil Poonen
Sunil Poonen · Feb 3, 2022 · 1h 0m
The speaker shares his personal spiritual journey, emphasizing that mere knowledge or religious activity does not equate to discipleship. He warns against the dangers of complacency, lukewarmness, and self-reliance, particularly for youth who might think they know better than previous generations. The central message is to surrender one's life to Christ's lordship, respecting established spiritual boundaries and recognizing that true strength comes from dependence on God, not worldly wisdom or self-sufficiency.
54mCFC India
Repent Daily, Then Satan Will Be Afraid of You - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 2, 2022 · 54m
The speaker warns that the greatest danger facing the church is spiritual decline, citing the example of Ephesus where Paul preached diligently for three years. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires living a life so consecrated that the devil fears you, contrasting this with merely being a religious figure. The core message is to be radical in seeking God's kingdom and will above personal comfort, ambition, or earthly things.