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1h 1mEvery Temptation to Sin Can Be Overcome -- Zac Poonen -- February 5, 2025
Zac Poonen · Mar 8
10mMarch 8 | Daily Devotion | Persevering In Love And Faithfulness To Our Bridegroom | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 7
11mFebruary 27 | Daily Devotion | Sin Shall Not Rule Over You When You Are Humble | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 26
8mFebruary 26 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Was Tempted In Every Point As We Are! | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 25
50mZac Poonen - Jesus Overcoming Sin - and Building the Church
Zac Poonen · Feb 24
16mZac Poonen - Characteristics of a Man Who Fears God
Zac Poonen · Feb 17
10mFebruary 12 | Daily Devotion | God Will Make A Way Of Escape Through Grace | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11
10mFebruary 11 | Daily Devotion | God Will Exalt You At The Proper Time | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 10
1h 16m9th Feb 2025 - Yielding Our Body And Its Passions Fully To The Lord - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 9
8mFebruary 2 | Daily Devotion | Two Sins Which Are Very Serious | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1
11mJanuary 31 | Daily Devotion | Prove Yourselves To Be Doers Of God’s Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 30
39mThe New Covenant Message Proclaimed For Fifty Years - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 22
11mJanuary 11 | Daily Devotion | Danger Of Falling And Failing When You Are Blessed | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 10
11mJanuary 9 | Daily Devotion | Danger Of Backsliding When You Have Wealth And Comfort | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 8
10mJanuary 6 | Daily Devotion | Do Everything For The Glory Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 5
10mJanuary 1 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Completed His Spiritual Education On Earth | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 31
1h 2mThe Wisdom Of Forgiveness | ಕ್ಷಮಾಪಣೆಯ ಜ್ಞಾನ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 31
11mDecember 24 | Daily Devotion | Manifesting the Glory of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 23
9mDecember 22 | Daily Devotion | Standing Against Sin And Having Concern For Others | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 21
12mDecember 19 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Came To Save Us From Our Sins | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 18
1h 10mDangers Of Wealth And Comfort - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 10
12mDecember 08 | Daily Devotion | God Delights In Honest People | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 7
12mDecember 06 | Daily Devotion | All Things Are Possible To Him Who Believes | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 5
12mDecember 04 | Daily Devotion | Follow The Real Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 3
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.
1h 1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Every Temptation to Sin Can Be Overcome -- Zac Poonen -- February 5, 2025
Zac Poonen · Mar 8, 2025 · 1h 1m
The speaker emphasizes the necessity of repeatedly teaching foundational truths, citing Peter's commitment to reminding the church even after his death. He argues that true spiritual teaching requires persistence, as people need to hear vital messages multiple times to achieve genuine understanding. The core message is a call to move from a life of spiritual wandering to one of victory over sin, comparing this to the Israelites entering the promised land of Canaan.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
March 8 | Daily Devotion | Persevering In Love And Faithfulness To Our Bridegroom | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 7, 2025 · 10m
The message uses the analogy of a fiancée waiting for her groom to illustrate the need for faithfulness to Christ. The central message emphasizes that true Christian living requires a passionate desire to overcome known sins—such as anger, lust, and greed—by immediately confessing every slip-up to God. The speaker also cautions against empty religious expressions, urging believers to align their worship and declarations with what is explicitly taught in Scripture, particularly regarding the destruction of Babylon.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
February 27 | Daily Devotion | Sin Shall Not Rule Over You When You Are Humble | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 26, 2025 · 11m
The central message is that believers are not destined to be ruled by sin, but rather, they are protected by God's grace. The speaker contrasts the common teaching that sin will eventually be cleansed by the blood of Christ with the gospel truth that grace actively prevents sin from mastering a person. He emphasizes that this victory is achieved by remaining under grace and adopting humility, as scripture states God gives grace to the humble.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
February 26 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Was Tempted In Every Point As We Are! | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 25, 2025 · 8m
Jesus was tempted in every way we are, making him the perfect example for our own struggles. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus did not use his divine power to overcome sin, but rather lived and prayed like a man, showing us how to fight temptation through reliance on God. Believing that Jesus lived exactly like us, without sin, is crucial for overcoming our own temptations.
50mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Jesus Overcoming Sin - and Building the Church
Zac Poonen · Feb 24, 2025 · 50m
Jesus builds His church on the revelation that He came in the flesh like us, enabling believers to overcome sin. This revelation, not mere intellectual knowledge, is the foundation for the church functioning as a unified body where members work together without competition or strife, reflecting Christ's image.
16mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Characteristics of a Man Who Fears God
Zac Poonen · Feb 17, 2025 · 16m
Zac Poonen teaches that the fear of God coupled with humility produces lasting riches, honor, and life—demonstrated through the example of Job, who maintained reverence for God in his private life, exercised strict discipline over his eyes and thoughts, and treated those beneath him with respect. True fear of God means being acutely aware of God's presence in every moment and action, leading to victory over sin and a character so transformed that Jesus would boast about that person to Satan.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 12 | Daily Devotion | God Will Make A Way Of Escape Through Grace | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 11, 2025 · 10m
The central message is that God's grace is sufficient to overcome sin and endure life's trials, unlike trying to conquer sin through sheer willpower under the law. The speaker emphasizes that true strength comes from accepting God's grace, which is like the power of electricity, allowing us to run for hours where our own efforts would fail. He concludes by citing 1 Corinthians 10:13, assuring that God will never allow us to be tempted beyond what we can bear, always providing a way of escape through grace.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
February 11 | Daily Devotion | God Will Exalt You At The Proper Time | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 10, 2025 · 10m
The central message is that God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble, making grace the source of our overcoming power. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual strength comes not from quoting scripture or asserting titles, but from deep humility before God. He advises believers to embrace difficult circumstances as the 'mighty hand of God' to be broken down, knowing that God will exalt them at the proper time, specifically over sin and Satan, not over worldly achievements.
1h 16mCFC Bangalore Live
9th Feb 2025 - Yielding Our Body And Its Passions Fully To The Lord - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 9, 2025 · 1h 16m
Zac Poonen teaches on yielding our body and its passions fully to the Lord by drawing parallels between Israel's exodus from Egypt and the Christian's journey to victory over sin. Using 1 Corinthians 10 and Hebrews 3-4, he explains that baptism and the Holy Spirit's baptism are meant to lead believers from slavery to sin (Egypt) into a life of complete victory over fleshly lusts (Canaan), not mere wandering in the wilderness of defeat.
8mCFC Daily Devotions
February 2 | Daily Devotion | Two Sins Which Are Very Serious | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Feb 1, 2025 · 8m
Jesus warned that anger, dirty thoughts, and lusting with the eyes or committing sin with the hands are sins that can lead to hell, unlike other sins mentioned in the Sermon on the Mount. The speaker emphasizes that overcoming these sins requires fearing God, citing Joseph's example, and stresses that God judges the heart and private actions, not just public behavior.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
January 31 | Daily Devotion | Prove Yourselves To Be Doers Of God’s Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 30, 2025 · 11m
The message emphasizes that true faith requires being doers of God's word, not just hearers, comparing hearing without action to looking in a mirror and forgetting the dirt. It warns against self-deception in areas like failing to apologize for wrongs or assuming one is sinless. The speaker stresses that controlling one's tongue is a key mark of spirituality, and believers must remain humble, recognizing the constant possibility of sin.
39mCFC India
The New Covenant Message Proclaimed For Fifty Years - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 22, 2025 · 39m
The speaker emphasizes that true Christian life involves moving beyond merely acknowledging Jesus' presence to actively following Him, contrasting this with superficial religious displays. He draws parallels from Isaiah 43, arguing that Christians must move from the 'wilderness' of sin and complacency into the 'land of Canaan'—a life of victory achieved by overcoming specific sins like lust and anger. The core message is that God makes a new way, requiring believers to confess their brokenness and press on to perfection by confronting these primary sins.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
January 11 | Daily Devotion | Danger Of Falling And Failing When You Are Blessed | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 10, 2025 · 11m
The sermon uses the examples of Noah and David to warn against the dangers of comfort, ease, and prosperity leading to moral failure. When men are opposed or struggling, they remain faithful, but when blessed and comfortable, they can fall into sin, leading to severe consequences for themselves and their families. The core message is a call to maintain spiritual vigilance regardless of one's current blessings.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
January 9 | Daily Devotion | Danger Of Backsliding When You Have Wealth And Comfort | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 8, 2025 · 11m
The message warns against the danger of backsliding when one achieves wealth and comfort, using the Israelites' experience after leaving Egypt as a primary example. The speaker emphasizes that material success and ease can lead people to forget God and worship 'other gods' like money, pleasure, and comfort. True devotion requires constant remembrance of God's provision and a humble heart, exemplified by Moses' intercession.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
January 6 | Daily Devotion | Do Everything For The Glory Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 5, 2025 · 10m
The message warns against the 'Spirit of Babylon' within Christianity, which manifests as seeking personal gain, honor, or money rather than glorifying God. Drawing from 2 Timothy 3, the speaker contrasts the true lover of God with those who merely possess the form of godliness without power. He urges the audience to treat spiritual health with the same urgency as physical health, addressing small sins immediately through confession and reconciliation with others.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
January 1 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Completed His Spiritual Education On Earth | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 31, 2024 · 10m
Jesus' earthly life was a spiritual education, requiring him to learn everything from basic academics to obedience through suffering. The core lesson is that sin stems from yielding to 'my will' rather than God's will, which is exemplified by Adam and Eve's fall. True discipleship means resisting personal desires and choosing to obey God's will, as Jesus did throughout his life.
1h 2mCFC India
The Wisdom Of Forgiveness | ಕ್ಷಮಾಪಣೆಯ ಜ್ಞಾನ | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Dec 31, 2024 · 1h 2m
The sermon emphasizes that God seeks the lost and calls sinners to repentance, rather than only seeking the righteous. True repentance requires a daily turning away from sin, not just a one-time conversion experience. Furthermore, Jesus's ministry shows that he ministered to those considered 'sick' or spiritually needy, not just those who felt healthy. The core message is that we must continually seek God and forgive others, as God does not condemn those who confess their sins.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
December 24 | Daily Devotion | Manifesting the Glory of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 23, 2024 · 11m
The central message is that the New Covenant, manifested through Jesus Christ, brings a reality of 'Grace and Truth' that was impossible under the Old Covenant. Grace provides freedom from the power of sin, while Truth offers freedom from hypocrisy, allowing believers to live a life of reality. Believers must understand that they are no longer under the law but under grace, which empowers them to overcome sin's dominion.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
December 22 | Daily Devotion | Standing Against Sin And Having Concern For Others | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 21, 2024 · 9m
The message uses the story of Joseph to teach that when tempted, one should remember the conviction, "How can I do this great evil and sin against God." Furthermore, the speaker emphasizes that focusing on the needs and sorrows of others, like Joseph did in prison, can be God's way of directing you to opportunities and blessings, even when you are facing personal hardship.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 19 | Daily Devotion | Jesus Came To Save Us From Our Sins | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 18, 2024 · 12m
Jesus came to save us not just from sin, but to save us from sin progressively, leading to a life where we become more like Him. The Christian life is a race requiring perseverance, discipline, and refusing to be discouraged by setbacks. True victory means striving to enter heaven and hear Jesus say, "Well done, good and faithful servant."
1h 10mCFC India
Dangers Of Wealth And Comfort - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 10, 2024 · 1h 10m
The speaker emphasizes that human life is sustained not by material comfort or abundance, but by the Word of God. Drawing from Deuteronomy 8, he explains that God uses periods of hardship, like the wilderness, to humble us and test our commitment to His commandments. The ultimate lesson is that we must continually draw spiritual sustenance from scripture to avoid becoming complacent or forgetting God's teachings when prosperity arrives.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 08 | Daily Devotion | God Delights In Honest People | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 7, 2024 · 12m
The central message is that walking in the light, which signifies fellowship with God, requires absolute and ruthless honesty. God does not require perfect holiness initially; rather, He requires us to confess our sins honestly, calling them what they are—sin—and turning from them. The speaker emphasizes that calling sin a 'mistake' prevents cleansing, while confessing it as sin leads to immediate forgiveness.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 06 | Daily Devotion | All Things Are Possible To Him Who Believes | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 5, 2024 · 12m
The message emphasizes that God's promises are signed by Jesus' blood, but believers must affirm them by saying 'Amen,' which means 'it will be so.' The speaker draws parallels between Abraham's faith and the need for believers to trust God's power over seemingly impossible situations, such as sin or personal struggles. Ultimately, the sermon warns that unbelief is a profound sin, even more so than others, and encourages believers to approach God with the conviction that He can handle any problem.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
December 04 | Daily Devotion | Follow The Real Jesus | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 3, 2024 · 12m
The speaker contrasts the world's focus on quantity with the Christian emphasis on quality, arguing that only the True Church of Jesus Christ will endure. He stresses that true Christian living must be inwardly focused, citing Jesus' teachings on anger and lust as the two most serious sins, which he believes are often overlooked in modern church life. The central message is to pursue holiness and Christ-likeness in all aspects of life, rather than merely outward compliance.