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1h 0mAustin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 5: The Way to Cups Running Over
Zac Poonen · May 8
1h 8mAustin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 4: Love in Two Directions
Zac Poonen · May 8
45mAustin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 1: God's Destination for Man
Zac Poonen · May 8
20mWords of Encouragement - Olu Talabi, Dave Bertsch, Santosh Poonen - May 5, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 6
19mChurch Sharing - May 5, 2019
NCCF Church · May 6
16mRLCF Sunday School Presentations - May 5, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · May 6
46mHigh Priest of Good Things to Come - Ajay Chakravarthy - May 5, 2019
Ajay Chakravarthy · May 6
1h 17m5th May 2019 - The Importance of Being Faithfull - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · May 5
22mWords of Encouragement - Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane - April 28, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Apr 29
1h 8mZac Poonen - Entering the Life of Victory
Zac Poonen · Apr 29
12mChurch Sharing - April 21, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 22
15mChurch Sharing - April 14, 2019
NCCF Church · Apr 15
1h 1mZac Poonen - Manifesting the Holiness and Compassion of God
Zac Poonen · Apr 15
32mRLCF Praise Live & Weekly Memory Verses - April 14, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Apr 15
25mWords of Encouragement - Ajay Chakravarthy, David Lane - April 14, 2019
River of Life Christian Fellowship · Apr 15
1h 12mBe Filled with the Holy Spirit - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2019
Zac Poonen · Apr 9
49mWhy Another Church? - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2019
Zac Poonen · Apr 8
52mThe Utter Importance of Humility - Zac Poonen - April 6, 2019
Zac Poonen · Apr 7
1h 0mMaximum and Minimum Christians - Zac Poonen - April 5, 2019
Zac Poonen · Apr 7
14mBobby McDonald - Our Self Denial Is Not Perfect, But It's the Water That God Will Turn Into Wine
Bobby McDonald · Apr 2
10mNCCF Church Sharing - March 24, 2019
NCCF Church · Mar 28
23m13. Quality Not Quantity - Inner Life Before Outer Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 25
1h 15mGodly Sisters Are The Lifeline Of The Church - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Mar 18
57m1 Cor 16:13 Act Like Men - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Mar 18
1h 0mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 5: The Way to Cups Running Over
Zac Poonen · May 8, 2019 · 1h 0m
The central message emphasizes the necessity of pressing on toward perfection in the Christian life, drawing from James 1 and Hebrews 6. True transformation is marked not by immediate perfection but by a deep desire to no longer live in sin or self-deception. The speaker warns against hypocrisy, noting that genuine filling with the Holy Spirit requires hating one's own sinful tendencies rather than merely experiencing initial spiritual euphoria.
1h 8mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 4: Love in Two Directions
Zac Poonen · May 8, 2019 · 1h 8m
The speaker contrasts seeking knowledge through rules (the Tree of Knowledge) with true spiritual life, using the Garden of Eden analogy. He argues that merely knowing doctrines or having correct answers is insufficient; one must embrace 'death to self'—crucifying Christ daily—to access the 'Tree of Life.' True understanding comes from recognizing Christ in all scripture and living according to His sacrifice.
45mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Austin CFC - Zac Poonen 2019 - Session 1: God's Destination for Man
Zac Poonen · May 8, 2019 · 45m
God desires to make us like Jesus Christ, which requires our free will and cooperation. Unlike inanimate objects, humans have the capacity to choose life or knowledge, a choice that can lead away from God if pursued without divine guidance. The core message emphasizes trusting in God's perfect provision during difficult times, understanding that His plan is always good even when circumstances feel like a 'stone' instead of the 'bread' we expect.
20mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Olu Talabi, Dave Bertsch, Santosh Poonen - May 5, 2019
CFC Messages · May 6, 2019 · 20m
The central message is that true Christian stability and standing before God are evidenced by a life that remains unmoved by life's challenges, mirroring Jesus's steadfastness. The speaker draws heavily from Psalm 15, outlining specific practices—walking uprightly, having pure hands and heart, speaking truth from the heart, not backbiting, honoring God's people, and being generous—that lead to this unshakeable life.
19mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - May 5, 2019
CFC Messages · May 6, 2019 · 19m
The central message emphasizes the daily necessity of encouraging one another, drawing heavily from Hebrews 3:13. The speaker stresses that encouragement should be a constant, daily practice, not just a weekly event, as this prevents the heart from becoming hardened by sin. Ultimately, the ability to encourage others flows from drawing deep from God's grace, especially during personal struggles.
16mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Sunday School Presentations - May 5, 2019
CFC Messages · May 6, 2019 · 16m
This video captures various segments from a Sunday School presentation, covering topics from creation to Christian allegory. Key teachings included passages from Psalms and Genesis, and a deep dive into John Bunyan's *Pilgrim's Progress*. The children learned about following the narrow way, enduring trials, and ultimately finding salvation and the Celestial City through faith in Jesus. The overall message emphasizes commitment to Christ and relying on God's guidance.
46mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
High Priest of Good Things to Come - Ajay Chakravarthy - May 5, 2019
Ajay Chakravarthy · May 6, 2019 · 46m
The sermon emphasizes that Christians are called to be a 'kingdom of priests' in the New Covenant, not just a select few. Drawing from scripture, the speaker highlights that believers, as living stones, are built up into a holy priesthood to offer spiritual sacrifices through Jesus Christ. The message encourages the congregation to examine their spiritual standing by asking if they have received Christ, as this is the prerequisite for participating in this priesthood.
1h 17mCFC Bangalore Live
5th May 2019 - The Importance of Being Faithfull - Charles Banna
Charles Banna · May 5, 2019 · 1h 17m
The speaker emphasizes that being faithful is crucial, drawing parallels between faithfulness in small matters and major ones. He uses the parable of the talents to illustrate that while the master praised the first two servants as 'good and faithful,' the third was called 'wicked' and 'lazy.' Ultimately, the message stresses that everything we possess—our talents, wealth, and abilities—belongs to God, and He expects us to use what He has entrusted to us wisely.
22mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Ajay Chakravarthy & David Lane - April 28, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 29, 2019 · 22m
The sermon emphasizes that God sees and rewards what we do in secret, urging believers to be good stewards of the gifts and resources entrusted to them. Drawing from parables like the talents and the call to faithfulness, the speaker argues that true riches are gained by being faithful in our daily, unseen work, such as our jobs. This faithfulness, demonstrated even when no one is watching, is what qualifies us to receive God's greater blessings.
1h 8mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Entering the Life of Victory
Zac Poonen · Apr 29, 2019 · 1h 8m
The central message is that true victory over sin requires a determined effort to learn to walk, comparing the process to a child learning to walk rather than being constantly carried. The speaker argues that a wholehearted disciple should achieve this victory in about two years, drawing parallels to the Israelites' original two-year timeline after leaving Egypt. He emphasizes that spiritual maturity requires actively engaging with the struggle against sin rather than remaining in a state of perpetual comfort.
12mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - April 21, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 22, 2019 · 12m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be reflections of Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning as members of the local church. The speaker emphasizes that building the body of Christ happens not just in public gatherings, but privately through one's attitudes and thoughts. He stresses the need to seek God's strength to use one's gifts, acknowledging that the Holy Spirit must ultimately affirm God's work in others.
15mNCCF Church
Church Sharing - April 14, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 15, 2019 · 15m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian life requires being a reflection of Jesus, achieved both individually through purity and corporately within the church. He draws parallels from David's life in 1 Samuel, showing that when we forget God's provisions or fear man more than God, we act foolishly. However, God's faithfulness ensures that even in our foolishness, His kindness leads us to true repentance, echoing the sentiment that the Lord is near to the brokenhearted.
1h 1mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Manifesting the Holiness and Compassion of God
Zac Poonen · Apr 15, 2019 · 1h 1m
The central goal of the Christian life is to be conformed to the image of Christ, as stated in Romans 8:29. The speaker cautions against letting secondary goals—such as worldly success, wealth, or even solely focusing on social work—distract from this primary destination. He emphasizes that all life decisions, including parenting ambitions, must be evaluated against the singular goal of Christ-likeness.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
RLCF Praise Live & Weekly Memory Verses - April 14, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 15, 2019 · 32m
The message encourages believers to meditate on the greatness of God to overcome feelings of smallness and weakness. Key themes include casting all cares upon God, recognizing that God has plans for welfare, and the necessity of purifying both flesh and spirit. The sermon repeatedly emphasizes that following Christ requires self-denial and taking up one's cross, referencing Matthew 16:24.
25mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Words of Encouragement - Ajay Chakravarthy, David Lane - April 14, 2019
CFC Messages · Apr 15, 2019 · 25m
The speaker emphasizes that Jesus's hard words, like those in Luke 13, are not meant to condemn but to warn so that believers do not end up outside His presence. He urges the audience to take these convicting words seriously, viewing them as opportunities for self-examination and repentance, much like Paul advised in 1 Corinthians 11. Ultimately, the message stresses that true discipleship requires disciplining one's body, eyes, and tongue to remain faithful and avoid disqualification.
1h 12mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Be Filled with the Holy Spirit - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2019
Zac Poonen · Apr 9, 2019 · 1h 12m
Jesus invites all who are thirsty to come to him and drink, emphasizing that receiving this life is a matter of trust rather than works. The speaker stresses that true spiritual desire should be to bless others, not to gain personal reputation or ministry recognition. Ultimately, the message calls for a life of being 'dead to the world,' focused solely on the Savior's eyes.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Why Another Church? - Zac Poonen - April 7, 2019
Zac Poonen · Apr 8, 2019 · 49m
God starts new churches when existing ones become corrupt and fail to serve as a pure testimony of His name. This pattern is seen historically, from Israel to the early church, because leaders compromise principles for comfort or salary. A true church, therefore, must be led by individuals who proclaim the full counsel of God without compromise, reflecting Christ's righteousness.
52mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
The Utter Importance of Humility - Zac Poonen - April 6, 2019
Zac Poonen · Apr 7, 2019 · 52m
The central message is that true spiritual outpouring, or the 'rivers of living water,' comes from the innermost being of those who truly believe and trust in God, rather than from external, spectacular acts. The speaker advises against seeking a visible or spectacular ministry, urging instead to focus on quietly fulfilling God's will in everyday life, mirroring the simple, consistent service of Jesus. Following Christ means following Him in His daily life, not just in His miracles.
1h 0mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Maximum and Minimum Christians - Zac Poonen - April 5, 2019
Zac Poonen · Apr 7, 2019 · 1h 0m
The central message is that a genuine Christian life is marked by a constant, deep hunger for God's Word, likened to a newborn baby crying for milk. The speaker emphasizes that God shows no partiality, and spiritual growth depends on the measure of our desire to seek Him. He urges listeners to examine their own hearts to ensure they possess this vital thirst, which is necessary for spiritual growth in the present tense of salvation.
14mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Our Self Denial Is Not Perfect, But It's the Water That God Will Turn Into Wine
Bobby McDonald · Apr 2, 2019 · 14m
The central message is that Christian growth involves a gradual transformation, moving toward reflecting the nature of Jesus Christ. This transformation is achieved through consistent self-denial, which doesn't result in immediate perfection but rather a persistent change in thought and feeling over time. Furthermore, the speaker advises believers to guard their ears and minds against excessive curiosity, recognizing that motives like comparison or seeking validation can lead to spiritual pitfalls.
10mNCCF Church
NCCF Church Sharing - March 24, 2019
CFC Messages · Mar 28, 2019 · 10m
The central message emphasizes that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, both individually through personal purity and corporately within the local church. Key actions to maintain this unity include giving up personal preferences, embracing suffering for what is right, and serving without seeking recognition. The speaker stresses that preserving the unity of the Spirit requires diligent effort from every believer.
23mNCCF Church
13. Quality Not Quantity - Inner Life Before Outer Life - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 25, 2019 · 23m
The central message is that the New Covenant emphasizes internal righteousness and quality over the Old Covenant's focus on external actions and quantity. Jesus taught that true righteousness comes from the heart—addressing root issues like anger and lust—rather than merely following external rules. This principle applies to all areas, including prayer, fasting, and giving, where the motive and quality of action are paramount.
1h 15mCFC India
Godly Sisters Are The Lifeline Of The Church - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Mar 18, 2019 · 1h 15m
The speaker emphasizes that sisters are the lifeline of the church, arguing that their contributions, often unseen, are vital for the body of Christ's health. He draws parallels between Eve, whose name means 'life,' and the essential role women play in bringing life into a structure, comparing the home to a sacred space. Ultimately, he encourages women to recognize that their hard work, whether in the home or in ministry, is recognized by God and should be done wholeheartedly.
57mCFC India
1 Cor 16:13 Act Like Men - Ian Robson
Ian Robson · Mar 18, 2019 · 57m
The speaker emphasizes that Christian men must be alert, stand firm in the faith, and act like men, which involves spiritual strength and leadership. He stresses that these actions, including correcting family members, must always be done in love. Furthermore, he advises guarding the truth by avoiding empty chatter and personal interpretations, instead seeking revelation through prayer and trusted teachers.