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13mMay 23 | Daily Devotion | Go Through The Sword Of Fire To Partake Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 22
8mMay 21 | Daily Devotion | The Ministry Of John The Baptist For Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 20
6mEl Video de Nuestra Memoria | The Video of Our Memory | Zac Poonen | Spanish
Zac Poonen · May 20
11mMay 14 | Daily Devotion | Repenting Till The End Of Our Lives | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 13
13mMay 13 | Daily Devotion | Repent And Believe In God’s Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 12
13mMay 8 | Daily Devotion | Is This The Root Of Our Sin - Part-2 | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 7
11mApril 29 | Daily Devotion | Meaning Of True Repentance | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 28
7mApril 19 | Daily Devotion | God Wants You To Become A Nobody | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 18
9mApril 11 | Daily Devotion | We Are The Light Of The World | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 10
1h 10mQuestions and Answers — Zac Poonen — April 6, 2024
Zac Poonen · Apr 9
14mMarch 25 | Daily Devotion | Knowing God Through Brokenness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 24
22mZac Poonen - Repentance, Dying To Self and Being Filled with the Spirit
Zac Poonen · Mar 12
14mMarch 8 | Daily Devotion | Long For The Word Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 7
14mFebruary 28 | Daily Devotion | A Reverential Fear Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 27
13mFebruary 27 | Daily Devotion | Proof Of Being In Christ's Household | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 26
17mFebruary 25 | Daily Devotion | God Is Always Silently Planning In Love For You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 24
9mFebruary 19 | Daily Devotion | No Root Of Bitterness In Our Hearts | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 18
1h 0mForgiveness And Fellowship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6
1h 30m4th Feb 2024 - CFC Bangalore | Forgiveness And Fellowship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 4
10mJanuary 30 | Daily Devotion | The Danger Of Addictions | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 29
40mZac Poonen - God Desires Mercy More Than Sacrifice
Zac Poonen · Jan 29
17mJanuary 22 | Daily Devotion | Don't Let Regret Over Your Past Hold You Back | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 21
14mJanuary 21 | Daily Devotion | Learn To Take The Blame | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 20
1h 26m7th Jan 2024 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service | Being Righteous, Merciful And Humble - Zac
Zac Poonen · Jan 7
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.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
May 23 | Daily Devotion | Go Through The Sword Of Fire To Partake Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 22, 2024 · 13m
The speaker distinguishes between approaching God's word as a 'tree of knowledge' versus a 'tree of life.' He warns that merely accumulating knowledge, like the Pharisees or the devil, is insufficient for true life. True life requires the 'sword' of the cross, meaning one must be crucified with Christ, which necessitates repentance and a 'baptism of fire.' The speaker emphasizes that genuine spiritual life is demonstrated by confronting sin, not just by religious observance.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
May 21 | Daily Devotion | The Ministry Of John The Baptist For Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 20, 2024 · 8m
The central message urges parents to take the spiritual upbringing of their children with utmost seriousness, going beyond mere salvation to ensure they become committed disciples of Jesus. The speaker emphasizes that parents have a responsibility to continually exhort their children to turn from sin and follow Christ, drawing parallels to John the Baptist's ministry of turning hearts. Ultimately, the message stresses the necessity of constant repentance, citing Revelation's repeated call for churches to repent.
6mCFC India
El Video de Nuestra Memoria | The Video of Our Memory | Zac Poonen | Spanish
Zac Poonen · May 20, 2024 · 6m
The sermon uses the analogy of a video recording to illustrate that God will judge every person based on a perfect record of their entire life—thoughts, words, and secret motives. It emphasizes that external piety or good deeds cannot erase this record, as all have sinned. Salvation, therefore, is only possible through repentance and accepting the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ, whose death and resurrection provide the only means to have sins erased before God.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
May 14 | Daily Devotion | Repenting Till The End Of Our Lives | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 13, 2024 · 11m
The central message emphasizes that repentance is not just for the beginning of the Christian life but must be a continuous practice throughout it. The speaker argues that the ultimate goal of salvation is to become fully like Christ, which requires daily repentance in areas where we fall short. He stresses that true progress in faith is demonstrated by a willingness to repent constantly, as this is the last command given to the church in Revelation.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
May 13 | Daily Devotion | Repent And Believe In God’s Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 12, 2024 · 13m
The sermon warns against false beliefs regarding salvation, emphasizing that God does not accept 'magic formulas' or mere statements of belief. Using the story of the rich man and Lazarus, the speaker stresses that this account is a true narrative, not a parable, serving as a grave warning. Ultimately, the message asserts that the only way to know the truth about heaven and hell is through the Scriptures, as stated by Abraham: 'they have Moses and the prophets.'
13mCFC Daily Devotions
May 8 | Daily Devotion | Is This The Root Of Our Sin - Part-2 | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 7, 2024 · 13m
The core sin identified is self-centeredness, which manifests as a 'give me' attitude, whether openly expressed or secretly harbored. True Christian life requires repentance from this self-focus, recognizing that all blessings come from God's mercy. The speaker emphasizes that the Lord's Prayer models this by prioritizing God's glory ('hallowed be thy name') and God's will ('let your kingdom come') over personal needs.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
April 29 | Daily Devotion | Meaning Of True Repentance | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 28, 2024 · 11m
True repentance means a complete change of mind and direction, symbolized by turning around completely, away from sin and toward God. The speaker emphasizes that genuine prayer is impossible if one has wronged another person, citing Jesus' teaching to reconcile first. Furthermore, true discipleship requires actively forgiving others, as holding onto bitterness is described as poison.
7mCFC Daily Devotions
April 19 | Daily Devotion | God Wants You To Become A Nobody | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 18, 2024 · 7m
The central message is that true spiritual understanding comes from being 'poor in spirit,' which means being acutely aware of one's own need before God. The speaker uses the Book of Job as an example, showing that God convicts Job not of his specific sins, but of his self-sufficiency and pride. The ultimate goal is for the believer to reach a point of profound brokenness, declaring, 'I am nothing,' which leads to genuine repentance and a life lived in dependence on God.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
April 11 | Daily Devotion | We Are The Light Of The World | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Apr 10, 2024 · 9m
The message emphasizes that believers are called to be the light of the world, a responsibility Jesus passed on to his disciples. True spiritual growth requires proper repentance—a 180-degree turn from sin and the world—rather than just believing and confessing. The speaker warns that a lack of weeping or sensitivity after sin indicates a spiritual numbness, and understanding sin is prerequisite to genuine repentance.
1h 10mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Questions and Answers — Zac Poonen — April 6, 2024
Zac Poonen · Apr 9, 2024 · 1h 10m
The speaker advises that to hear God's voice, one must maintain a clear conscience by confessing sins and making amends. Furthermore, regular meditation on Scripture is crucial, as God has provided His voice through written word. Assurance in Christ comes from believing God's promises, such as John 6:37, rather than relying on feelings. Finally, the speaker distinguishes between judging (condemning) and discerning, emphasizing that while we must avoid bad company for purity, only God has the authority to judge.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
March 25 | Daily Devotion | Knowing God Through Brokenness | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 24, 2024 · 14m
The central message is that the ultimate purpose of the New Covenant is to deepen our knowledge of God, which is the only thing truly worth boasting about. True spiritual growth requires moving beyond self-sufficiency and comparison, as even highly godly people like Job and Paul were incomplete until they experienced profound brokenness. This brokenness, like a seed falling into the ground or an alabaster jar being broken, is necessary for God's life and fruitfulness to emerge.
22mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Repentance, Dying To Self and Being Filled with the Spirit
Zac Poonen · Mar 12, 2024 · 22m
Zac Poonen teaches that spiritual growth is a continuous journey from conversion to Christ's return, requiring constant repentance (a complete 180-degree turn from sin) and progressive transformation to become more Christlike. He emphasizes that true repentance is not a one-time event but an ongoing practice, and that genuine faith is demonstrated through daily purification and lifestyle change, not mere head knowledge.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
March 8 | Daily Devotion | Long For The Word Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 7, 2024 · 14m
The core message emphasizes that true grace requires completely putting aside all malice, hatred, guile, and hypocrisy, testing one's heart by considering what one wishes for those who have harmed them. The speaker stresses that genuine new birth is evidenced by a deep longing for God's Word, comparing this desire to a newborn baby crying for milk. He warns against superficial Christianity and encourages believers to live in a constant state of repentance.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
February 28 | Daily Devotion | A Reverential Fear Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 27, 2024 · 14m
The central message emphasizes the necessity of living with a reverential fear of God, contrasting it with the fear that leads to slavery or the misguided understanding of God's love. The speaker argues that true Christian life requires being holy and not conforming to former lusts, warning that failing to fear God leads to spiritual delusion and a lack of true freedom found in the New Covenant.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
February 27 | Daily Devotion | Proof Of Being In Christ's Household | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 26, 2024 · 13m
The central message is that true membership in the household of God requires self-judgment, meaning one must first judge their own sin rather than judging others. The speaker emphasizes that the New Covenant is fundamentally about freedom from sin, and achieving this requires developing a deep, revulsive hatred for iniquity and a love for righteousness. This self-examination is presented as the path to not being judged at the judgment seat of Christ.
17mCFC Daily Devotions
February 25 | Daily Devotion | God Is Always Silently Planning In Love For You | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 24, 2024 · 17m
God's plan for our lives is always executed in love, meaning every trial serves a purpose leading to promotion, as seen in Psalm 23. To hear God's plan, one must maintain a clear conscience by confessing sins and forgiving others immediately. Furthermore, we must trust that God works silently, even when we cannot perceive His direct voice.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
February 19 | Daily Devotion | No Root Of Bitterness In Our Hearts | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 18, 2024 · 9m
The message emphasizes the necessity of pursuing peace with all people and achieving sanctification, as these are prerequisites for seeing the Lord. The speaker stresses that true forgiveness must come from the heart, going beyond mere outward acts of reconciliation. He warns against harboring any root of bitterness, advising that one must actively choose to wish good for others, even when remembering past hurts, as this bitterness can defile both the individual and others.
1h 0mCFC India
Forgiveness And Fellowship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 6, 2024 · 1h 0m
The central message, drawn from 1 John chapter 1, is that the purpose of the gospel is not merely forgiveness, but achieving full fellowship with God the Father and Jesus Christ, which extends to fellowship with one another. This constant fellowship is maintained by understanding that God is light, requiring believers to immediately confess any sin or 'darkness' to be cleansed by the blood of Jesus. Living in the light through confession is the path to a life of constant joy.
1h 30mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribing4th Feb 2024 - CFC Bangalore | Forgiveness And Fellowship - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 4, 2024 · 1h 30m
This sermon focuses on the interconnected themes of forgiveness and fellowship within the Christian life. It emphasizes that true fellowship with God and others is built upon the foundation of extending and receiving forgiveness. The message encourages believers to actively practice forgiveness to maintain strong community bonds.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
January 30 | Daily Devotion | The Danger Of Addictions | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 29, 2024 · 10m
The message warns against the dangers of all forms of addiction, using the Fall in Eden as an analogy for how seemingly good desires (food, sex, knowledge) can lead to sin. The speaker emphasizes that addiction, whether to food, sex, or pornography, follows a 'law of diminishing returns,' trapping the individual in a cycle of craving more. Ultimately, the message stresses that one must take radical, immediate steps to break free, as God will not stop a person from making destructive choices.
40mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - God Desires Mercy More Than Sacrifice
Zac Poonen · Jan 29, 2024 · 40m
God desires mercy and compassion more than sacrifice, and the greatest danger for churches that emphasize holiness is becoming judgmental toward others. Jesus taught the highest standards in the Sermon on the Mount, but immediately warned against judging others—maintaining external righteousness while harboring a judgmental heart is like preparing a beautiful dish but spoiling it with a dead lizard inside. The cure for sinners comes through mercy and compassion, not condemnation.
17mCFC Daily Devotions
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.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
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.
1h 26mCFC Bangalore Live
7th Jan 2024 - CFC Bangalore - Sunday Church Service | Being Righteous, Merciful And Humble - Zac
Zac Poonen · Jan 7, 2024 · 1h 26m
The service was characterized by extensive worship, focusing on themes of praise, God's mercy, and the sacrifice of Jesus. The message encouraged the congregation to draw near to God's throne of grace with a humble and honest heart, recognizing that Christ's sacrifice provides access to mercy and grace.