June 20 | Daily Devotion | Listen As A Disciple | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jun 19, 2025 · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions

The central message encourages developing the daily habit of waking up and asking God to open the heart to listen as a disciple, referencing Isaiah 50:4. The speaker emphasizes that sin blocks spiritual hearing, and to overcome this, one must maintain good relationships, practice forgiveness, and reject negative thoughts. Ultimately, the key is prioritizing time to sit at Jesus' feet and listen to His word above all else.

The Fellowship of Christ's Sufferings - Zac Poonen - May 26, 2018

Zac Poonen · May 29, 2018 · 1h 3m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker contrasts the Old Covenant understanding of blessings (material prosperity) with the New Covenant understanding, where spiritual blessings are found in adversity and suffering. He emphasizes that ministry in the New Covenant comes not through isolated study or prophecy, but through enduring suffering, drawing heavily on Paul's experience. True discipleship involves understanding that believers are called to share in Christ's sufferings to attain the resurrection life.

A Firm Grip on the Christian Life: 1: The Blood of Christ - Zac Poonen - October 30, 2009

Zac Poonen · Mar 10, 2019 · 58m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

Preserving The Standard of Jesus and The Apostles - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Jan 22, 2015 · 1h 4m · CFC India

The speaker emphasizes that the primary focus of the church should be on maintaining purity and quality of its members, rather than merely increasing in numbers. He draws from scripture to argue that while evangelism is important, the internal work of discipleship and guarding against corruption (the 'leaven') is paramount. True Christian living, according to him, is demonstrated by a consistent, godly life throughout the entire week, not just on Sunday.

God's Word Versus Man's Traditions - Zac Poonen (Tamil)

Zac Poonen · Feb 3, 2011 · 1h 1m · CFC India

The sermon addresses the critical distinction between adhering to God's revealed Word and following man-made religious traditions. Zac Poonen emphasizes that true discipleship requires prioritizing scripture above human customs or doctrines. The core message is a call to examine whether one's religious practices are rooted in biblical truth or cultural habit.

Faithful Stewards - 3.Making Disciples - Completing The Great Commission - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 18, 2013 · 31m · CFC India

The speaker cautions against misinterpreting scripture by taking verses out of their original context, emphasizing that one must read entire passages or letters for accurate understanding. He stresses the necessity of balancing truth (doctrine) with grace (practical love), citing Jesus's life as the model. Finally, he discusses the Great Commission, noting that Jesus commanded it twice, implying a comprehensive, global scope for evangelism that requires all believers to be witnesses.

Sixteen Truths That I Have Learnt - 2 — Zac Poonen -- September 10, 2022

Zac Poonen · Sep 14, 2022 · 1h 12m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker outlines several truths learned throughout his life, emphasizing that holiness comes not from self-effort but from fixing one's eyes on Jesus. He stresses that the greatest weakness is the tendency to sin easily, and that true discipleship means accepting Jesus's full humanity—being tempted and having a will like ours—while always submitting to the Father's will. The ultimate goal is to run the race by looking to Jesus, which is presented as superior to all miracles.

February 21 | Daily Devotion | Forgetting The Things That Are Behind | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 20, 2024 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions

The central message encourages believers to focus entirely on becoming more like Jesus Christ, rather than on accomplishments or status. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship means pressing forward with a single goal: Christlikeness, which requires deliberately forgetting past achievements or failures. This focus is an act of the will, trusting in God's presence rather than one's own memory or works.

God Will Honour Those Who Honour Him - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Mar 22, 2022 · 1h 6m · CFC India

The speaker uses the example of High Priest Eli to warn against favoring family members over God's will. 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.

Zac Poonen - Jesus Weeps and Whips to Build the Church

Zac Poonen · May 26, 2025 · 14m · NCCF Church

Jesus' primary work is building His church as a unified body filled with the Holy Spirit. True discipleship requires personal holiness, submission to proper authority (especially in marriage), and a passionate zeal for the purity of God's house—demonstrated by Jesus both weeping over spiritual decline and actively confronting corruption, as seen in His cleansing of the temple.

Building Fellowship In One Body | ஒரே சரீரமாக ஐக்கியத்தை கட்டுதல் | Zac Poonen | Tamil

Zac Poonen · Apr 24, 2020 · 37m · CFC India

The sermon emphasizes that fellowship within the body of Christ is distinct from mere friendship or social connection. True fellowship requires active participation and mutual care among members, suggesting that the body functions best when its parts work together in unity.

Zac Poonen - The God-Centered Can Build The Church

Zac Poonen · Jun 16, 2017 · 1h 8m · NCCF Church

The central message is that true church building is not based on mere doctrine or outward conformity, but on the profound, personal revelation of Jesus Christ in one's heart. The speaker emphasizes that genuine discipleship requires living by the principles of Christ's life daily, which is a continuous process of self-examination and cleansing. He warns that intellectual agreement or outward adherence without this inner revelation constitutes hypocrisy.

BEGINNING THE CHRISTIAN LIFE ARIGHT (8 of 8) - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · May 19, 2014 · 1h 4m · CFC India

November 19 | Daily Devotion | Have the Tongue of a Disciple | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 18, 2024 · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions

The message emphasizes the importance of developing the 'tongue of a disciple,' drawing lessons from Isaiah 50:4-10, which describes how Jesus lived. Key aspects include maintaining a disciplined tongue, being obedient to God's word even through suffering, and relying on God as one's advocate. The speaker urges listeners to meditate on these verses to achieve maturity, become a blessing to others, and overcome the evil one by allowing the word of God to abide in them.

Zac Poonen - Sixty Blessed Years of Serving the Lord Full-Time

Zac Poonen · May 4, 2026 · 24m · NCCF Church

Zac Poonen shares his sixty-year testimony of full-time Christian service, highlighting pivotal moments of spiritual growth including his assurance of salvation through John 6:37, obedience in baptism, and God's call to ministry through Isaiah 49. He emphasizes the importance of personal certainty in Christ, regular Bible reading, and obedient steps in discipleship, demonstrating how God's faithfulness sustained him and his family without worldly employment or financial assistance.

October 5 | Daily Devotion | The New And Living Way Into The Most Holy Place | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Oct 4, 2025 · 12m · CFC Daily Devotions

Jesus demonstrated complete submission to the Father's will, even in Gethsemane, which ultimately opened the way to the most holy place. Following this example, true discipleship requires a daily, radical self-denial—replacing personal will with God's will. The speaker warns that merely claiming to be 'born again' without giving up personal ambitions and plans is insufficient; true commitment is like a marriage where one gives up all personal autonomy to the spouse.

May 11 | Daily Devotion | Is It Worth Serving A God Who Demands From Me Everything I Have?

Zac Poonen · May 10, 2024 · 13m · CFC Daily Devotions

The Creation - The Creator or His Creation Part 1of4 by Zac Poonen (Malayalam)

Zac Poonen · Nov 5, 2010 · 14m · CFC India

The speaker discusses the true nature of conversion, arguing that merely going through rituals or adopting a new name does not equate to true discipleship. Genuine conversion requires a genuine repentance and a turning away from sin toward God, which is a process of becoming more like Christ, even if perfection is not immediately achieved. The core message emphasizes that true change comes from a heart's repentance, not just outward religious performance.

A Firm Grip on the Christian Life: 5: The Body of Christ - Zac Poonen - November 1, 2009

Zac Poonen · Mar 11, 2019 · 1h 3m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The speaker argues that true Christian holiness requires more than individual piety; it necessitates fellowship with others, forming the 'Body of Christ.' He critiques self-centeredness, comparing it to humanity believing the Earth was the center of the universe, and points to the Lord's Prayer as an example of centering life on God rather than 'I, me, mine.' True discipleship involves centering life on God's will and caring for others.

Parents, Meet God With Your Children - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Nov 28, 2013 · 19m · CFC India

The sermon emphasizes that true knowledge of scripture must translate into practical obedience, warning against the danger of intellectual understanding without lifestyle change. Specifically regarding parenting, the speaker urges fathers to discipline their children according to God's word but never in anger, modeling honesty and genuine discipleship for their children to follow. Ultimately, the goal is for all children to become wholehearted disciples of Christ.

All That Jesus Taught (Bible Study – 34 of 80) - Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 11, 2015 · 24m · CFC India

The sermon uses the account of Jesus calming the storm to teach that true discipleship requires overcoming the fear of death, which the speaker identifies as the highest form of slavery. Jesus's death, according to the speaker, was not only to forgive sins but also to render Satan powerless and deliver humanity from the fear of death. Overcoming this fear is achieved not through mental effort, but through receiving God's deliverance by faith.

December 15 | Daily Devotion | The Gate And The Way That Lead To Life | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Dec 14, 2025 · 9m · CFC Daily Devotions

Jesus calls believers to enter through the gate of repentance and faith, then walk the narrow way of obedience and transformation found in Matthew 5-7, ultimately arriving at eternal life. The gospel is not merely forgiveness of sins but salvation from sins—Jesus as Savior delivers believers from anger, lust, hatred, greed, and other sins, not just pardon after repeated falling. Many deceived Christians settle for a false gospel of accepting Christ once and living as they please, but true discipleship requires perseverance and progressive victory over sin until the end.

Raising a Godly Family — Zac Poonen — August 31, 2025

Zac Poonen · Aug 31, 2025 · 36m · River of Life Christian Fellowship

The sermon warns against treating God with casualness, comparing it to offering substandard gifts, and stresses that our reverence for God must exceed our respect for earthly authorities. Furthermore, it emphasizes that God takes note of our family life, specifically the covenant between husband and wife, because the purpose of union is to raise godly offspring. Parents are ultimately responsible for guiding their children into discipleship.

February 17 | Daily Devotion | Begin Your Christian Life Where Jesus Began | Zac Poonen

Zac Poonen · Feb 16, 2025 · 12m · CFC Daily Devotions

The central message is that true Christian living begins by imitating Jesus's life, which involved submitting to imperfect human authority. The speaker emphasizes that submission to God-appointed authority is a crucial, often difficult, lesson in discipleship. He assures listeners that if they are wholehearted disciples, God will never test them beyond their ability, and all things will ultimately work for their good.