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1h 3mIan Robson · Jul 6
1h 5mZac Poonen · Jun 25
52mSantosh Poonen · Jun 23
25mCFC India - Zac Poonen · Jun 18
1h 1mZac Poonen · Jun 13
39mZac Poonen · Jun 13
1h 1mZac Poonen · Jun 13
57mZac Poonen · Jun 11
1h 5mZac Poonen · Jun 8
1h 11mNCCF Church · Jun 8
59mZac Poonen · May 22
57mZac Poonen · May 22
57mZac Poonen · May 21
1h 4mZac Poonen · May 19
1h 1mZac Poonen · May 19
58mZac Poonen · May 19
57mZac Poonen · May 10
58mZac Poonen · May 10
49mZac Poonen · May 10
58mZac Poonen · May 6
1h 49mNCCF Church · Mar 31
1h 3mCFC India - Zac Poonen · Mar 30
43mNCCF Church · Mar 26
1h 1mZac Poonen · Feb 22
1h 3mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Jul 6, 2014 · 1h 3m
The central message is that believers are called to be faithful not merely as servants, but as sons and daughters. The speaker draws parallels between Moses' faithfulness as a servant and Christ's faithfulness as a Son, emphasizing that true faithfulness is a characteristic we are called to bear, empowered by the Holy Spirit. He uses examples from scripture—such as Daniel and Abraham—to illustrate that faithfulness in all aspects of life earns a testimony from God and others.
1h 5mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 25, 2014 · 1h 5m
The speaker urges listeners to prioritize spiritual health over physical health, comparing the care given to bodies versus the care given to souls. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires a complete surrender of life to Christ, likening this relationship to being a purchased slave rather than a voluntary favor. The central message is that believers must recognize that their lives belong entirely to God because Christ paid the ultimate price for their redemption.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jun 23, 2014 · 52m
The central message is that the true test of godliness is the depth and nature of our love, which must be rooted in the understanding that God Himself is love. The speaker emphasizes that this divine love is an unchangeable nature, not merely a feeling. He concludes by stating that the ultimate test of our love is our ability to love our enemies, which requires a divine love that surpasses human capacity.
25mCFC India
CFC Messages · Jun 18, 2014 · 25m
The speaker draws inspiration from the story of Moses, particularly his survival and upbringing despite the Pharaoh's decree to kill all male Hebrew infants. He emphasizes that God has a divine purpose for those who believe and that the Lord builds His church through His people, even when circumstances seem impossible. The core message is to trust in God's providence and faith, as He works miraculously in the lives of those who believe.
1h 1mCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 1h 1m
This message focuses on the concept of the New Covenant life, encouraging listeners to emulate the life of Jesus. It emphasizes that living according to the New Covenant involves a transformed life characterized by Christ's example.
39mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 39m
The sermon explores the profound implications of being called a 'firstborn' in relation to Jesus Christ, drawing parallels between Jesus's divine status and the concept of being God's child. The speaker emphasizes that God's care for Jesus will extend to believers, assuring them that God knows their thoughts and protects them even before danger arises. He concludes by urging the congregation to embrace their identity as brothers and sisters in Christ, which is the highest title one can claim.
1h 1mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 13, 2014 · 1h 1m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian life is not merely about suggestion but about following God's commands, specifically living as Jesus lived. The speaker argues that true discipleship requires a desire to grow in fullness of knowledge and that God only gives commands we are capable of keeping. Ultimately, Jesus came to restore humanity to its original design—to be free and a conqueror, not a slave to sin or negative patterns.
57mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Jun 11, 2014 · 57m
The sermon explains that being a light means living in the truth of the New Covenant, contrasting it with the darkness of the world ruled by Satan. The speaker emphasizes that the devil's primary tactic is to make believers doubt God's Word, as seen in the story of Adam and Eve. True assurance comes from confessing sin, trusting God's faithfulness to forgive, and understanding that God's forgiveness is complete, not conditional on perfect promises of future sinlessness.
1h 5mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen · Jun 8, 2014 · 1h 5m
The speaker urges listeners to prioritize spiritual health over physical health or education, comparing the care given to physical well-being with the neglect of spiritual life. He emphasizes that true discipleship requires recognizing that one has completely surrendered their life to Christ, not merely offering a partial commitment. This surrender is likened to being purchased property, meaning one has no right to self-determination, echoing Paul's description of being a bond slave to Jesus.
1h 11mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Jun 8, 2014 · 1h 11m
The message emphasizes that Christ seeks a functioning body, not just a preaching center, and encourages the congregation to demonstrate this by sharing their faith. The core teaching, drawn from Psalm 131, compares the believer to a weaned child resting against a mother, illustrating that God is the Great Giver and the believer is the receiver. Therefore, the practical application is to remain closely connected to Jesus, recognizing Him as the ultimate gift, much like a branch must remain attached to the vine to bear fruit.
59mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 22, 2014 · 59m
The speaker warns that many Christians are missing their true inheritance in Christ, being satisfied with mere forgiveness rather than the full life offered by the new covenant. He emphasizes that true spiritual life requires more than just cleansing from past sins; it demands justification, where Christ's righteousness clothes us, leading to an internal transformation empowered by the Holy Spirit. This internal work, which the law could never achieve, is the ultimate purpose God desires for believers.
57mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 22, 2014 · 57m
The speaker addresses five common struggles for young people: self-acceptance, conflict with parents, peer pressure, sexual temptation, and coping with failure/injustice. He emphasizes that true self-worth comes from knowing that God chose the individual before the foundation of the world, making them inherently valuable. He encourages accepting what cannot be changed while finding the courage and wisdom to change what can be improved.
57mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 21, 2014 · 57m
The central message is that true Christian experience comes from understanding and experiencing the Father's unconditional love, which is deeper than the love shown to the world. The speaker emphasizes that knowing God as a Father, rather than just through Jesus, is key to overcoming discouragement. This deep knowledge of the Father's love is cultivated by loving the Lord more and trusting in His plan, even when it differs from our own expectations.
1h 4mCFC India
transcribingZac Poonen · May 19, 2014 · 1h 4m
This session focuses on the crucial step of knowing both God the Father and Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life involves a deep, personal relationship with both divine persons. Understanding who God is and who Jesus is is foundational to spiritual growth.
1h 1mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 19, 2014 · 1h 1m
The sermon distinguishes between imputed righteousness (being declared righteous by Christ's work) and imparted righteousness (the ongoing process of living righteously by the Holy Spirit). While forgiveness is necessary, it is insufficient; believers must actively pursue holiness and mercy to avoid spiritual pride. True Christian life requires balancing the truth of imputed righteousness with the daily choice to live according to God's will, which manifests in one's relationships and actions.
58mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 19, 2014 · 58m
The speaker emphasizes the necessity of constantly teaching foundational biblical truths, as churches need repetition for new members. He draws from John 8:32, teaching that knowing the truth sets one free, specifically from the slavery of conscious sin, not just physical bondage. He stresses that Jesus's name means 'Savior' from sin, not merely 'forgiver,' and warns against being deceived by teachings that focus on worldly matters or financial gain over true spiritual freedom.
57mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 10, 2014 · 57m
The central message is that everything apart from Christ—including personal achievements, wealth, adherence to the law, or perceived goodness—is worthless ('rubbish') when measured against God's righteousness. Paul urges believers to realize that their own righteousness is insufficient, as it is like a filthy rag. True Christian experience comes from understanding and accepting that salvation and acceptance are solely based on God's righteousness received through faith in Christ.
58mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 10, 2014 · 58m
The speaker emphasizes that the core message of 1 John is eternal life and fellowship with the Father, warning against worshipping anything other than this true God, such as material prosperity or physical healing. He argues that true, unending joy—the mark of those pursuing eternal life—is superior to worldly achievements or even legalistic righteousness. This full joy is the result of focusing on the eternal relationship with God.
49mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 10, 2014 · 49m
The speaker distinguishes between three aspects of humanity—spirit, soul, and body—arguing that many Christians mistakenly live only in their 'soul' rather than the 'spirit.' He uses scripture, particularly 1 Thessalonians 5:23 and Hebrews 4:12, to emphasize that true spiritual maturity requires penetrating the division between soul and spirit through God's Word. The message culminates by comparing the human being to the Tabernacle, where the most holy place represents the spirit, showing that God dwells in the deepest parts of us.
58mCFC India
Zac Poonen · May 6, 2014 · 58m
The speaker advises against rejoicing in personal accomplishments or abilities, even spiritual ones like casting out demons. Instead, believers should rejoice in the fact that their names are recorded in heaven, a status granted by God before birth. True spiritual freedom comes not from avoiding rules (legalism) but from overcoming sin, which is the only freedom Jesus spoke of.
1h 49mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Mar 31, 2014 · 1h 49m
The speaker emphasizes that God is continually demonstrating His righteousness in the present moment, which is a source of great encouragement. Drawing from Proverbs, he discusses how this demonstration involves increasing our sensitivity to evil, prompting us to hate sin while developing compassion for sinners. Ultimately, he finds assurance that God is the justifier, meaning believers do not need to prove themselves, but rather can trust God's ongoing revelation of His own righteousness.
1h 3mCFC India
CFC Messages · Mar 30, 2014 · 1h 3m
The speaker recounts a series of life events, including being poisoned and subsequently being diagnosed with temporary confusion, which led to a period of recovery. Through this experience, the speaker realized the depth of God's grace and the truth that she is a child of God. The message concludes by encouraging listeners to remember that Jesus loves them deeply, regardless of how they perceive themselves in comparison to others.
43mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Mar 26, 2014 · 43m
The speaker shared reflections based on passages concerning the veil, emphasizing that self-dependence and sin create a separation from God, similar to the veil. True fellowship with God is restored when we turn to Him, as the veil is lifted. The core message encourages believers to fix their eyes on the unseen eternal realities in Christ rather than on temporary circumstances, trusting in God's constant help and never being forsaken.
1h 1mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Feb 22, 2014 · 1h 1m
The central message is that the most important aspect of the Christian life is loving God with all your heart and loving your neighbor as yourself. Jesus summarized the law by stating these two commandments, adding a third for the church: to love one another as he has loved them. The speaker cautions against getting bogged down in analyzing or focusing on single doctrines, emphasizing that true Christianity encompasses many aspects working together, not just one isolated point.