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57mSandeep Poonen · Oct 22
1h 24mZac Poonen · Oct 20
1h 1mMichael · Oct 19
9mBobby McDonald · Oct 18
1h 35mSandeep Poonen · Oct 14
20mNCCF Church · Oct 12
15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship · Oct 8
15mBobby McDonald · Oct 3
39mSantosh Poonen · Oct 1
21mNCCF Church · Sep 25
34mIan Robson · Sep 25
24mZac Poonen · Sep 24
25mZac Poonen · Sep 24
25mZac Poonen · Sep 24
25mZac Poonen · Sep 24
25mZac Poonen · Sep 24
1h 20mCFC Bangalore Live · Sep 23
46mZac Poonen · Sep 19
28mNCCF Church · Sep 18
32mSantosh Poonen · Sep 17
49mZac Poonen · Sep 11
17mJeremy Utley · Sep 11
58mZac Poonen · Sep 11
4m 42sNCCF Church · Sep 10
57mCFC Bangalore Live
Sandeep Poonen · Oct 22, 2018 · 57m
The message emphasizes the need to be filled with the Holy Spirit, drawing a parallel between being filled with the Spirit and being drunk with wine. It encourages the congregation to view the church as a 'Father's house' where all debts, including sins, can be cleared through confession and forgiveness. The speaker concludes by urging the listeners to live daily in the presence of God and to be careful how they walk, understanding God's will.
1h 24mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Oct 20, 2018 · 1h 24m
The speaker contrasts the family life expectations of the Old Covenant with the New Covenant, arguing that a good family life is crucial for Christians today. He uses examples from Moses and Samuel to show that while the Old Covenant did not emphasize marital or parental roles, the New Covenant requires believers to manage their households well, as this demonstrates their ability to lead the church.
1h 1mCFC Bangalore Live
Michael · Oct 19, 2018 · 1h 1m
The message advises believers to seek a life of humility by remaining hidden and unnoticed, drawing parallels to Proverbs 25:6. True shining for the Lord comes not from demanding attention, but from being prepared to answer questions when called upon, trusting that God will provide the right responses. This requires being available to help others without becoming a busybody or harboring jealousy.
9mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald · Oct 18, 2018 · 9m
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus, which is achieved both individually through purity and corporately within the local church. This pursuit of holiness is not an end in itself, but rather the means to achieve oneness with God and with other believers. Striving against sin is presented as the necessary process, like physical therapy, that gradually changes us and makes it easier to deny our own will.
1h 35mCFC Bangalore Live
Sandeep Poonen · Oct 14, 2018 · 1h 35m
The message draws parallels between the Israelites' poor offerings described in Malachi 1 and the spiritual decline of the Church in Ephesus, as detailed in Revelation 2. The central warning is that merely going through the motions of religious duty or ritualistic obedience is insufficient for God. True devotion requires offering one's best and first love, or else the spiritual presence (the lampstand) risks being removed.
20mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Oct 12, 2018 · 20m
The speaker encourages the audience to view difficult people not as the source of the problem, but as an opportunity to improve their own conduct, drawing from Hebrews 3. He emphasizes that true Christian growth involves seeing oneself as part of the issue and actively sowing kindness and encouragement rather than criticism. The message concludes by highlighting God's masterful ability to encourage and love us through various means, using examples from Zerubbabel and Jesus' intercession.
15mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
CFC Messages · Oct 8, 2018 · 15m
The central message emphasizes that true life and eternal reward are contingent upon 'dying with the Lord Jesus Christ,' as stated in 2 Timothy 2:11. The speaker warns against worldly distractions—such as accumulating wealth or preserving reputation—which will prove meaningless at judgment. Believers must remain focused on Christ's will, redeem the time, and live diligently because the day of death is unknown.
15mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald · Oct 3, 2018 · 15m
The central message is that Christian life requires being a reflection of Jesus' perfect, self-giving love, which is the opposite of a 'give-me' mentality. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus exemplified this love by constantly giving himself for others, even to the end. He encourages listeners to fix their eyes on Jesus' life—his sympathy, gentleness, and willingness to serve—as the model for enduring life's difficulties.
39mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Oct 1, 2018 · 39m
The speaker contrasts the temporary popularity of following Jesus with the true nature of discipleship. He argues that when being Christian becomes popular, it often lacks the cost of true commitment, contrasting this with the profound meaning of Jesus' 'glorification.' True glorification, according to the speaker, is not about being lifted up by the world's standards, but rather involves going down and dying to self for God's glory.
21mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Sep 25, 2018 · 21m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus Christ, both individually and corporately. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus's life serves as the ultimate example, demonstrating that through faith, persistence, and continually seeking to love righteousness and hate lawlessness, believers can experience His great salvation. He urges the congregation to remain persistent in prayer and guard against internal idols that lead to impatience and discouragement.
34mCFC India
Ian Robson · Sep 25, 2018 · 34m
The message emphasizes that as the end times draw near, believers must remain vigilant, maintaining a sober spirit and prioritizing prayer. Central to this endurance is keeping fervent in love for one another, as this love covers a multitude of sins and is the defining mark of discipleship. Ultimately, enduring in love to the end requires the strengthening power of the Holy Spirit to allow Christ to dwell in our hearts through faith.
24mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Sep 24, 2018 · 24m
The sermon analyzes Jesus' teachings by examining Matthew 8, contrasting Jesus' perfect ministry with the limitations of human ministry. The speaker emphasizes that while believers should follow Jesus' example in life, they cannot replicate his miracles or ministry gifts. He cautions against false teachings regarding the fulfillment of prophecy, specifically noting that the passage in Matthew 8:17 refers to aspects of Jesus' earthly life, not solely the crucifixion.
25mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Sep 24, 2018 · 25m
The sermon emphasizes that true Christian life, building one's house on the rock, is not merely intellectual understanding or emotional excitement about Jesus' teachings. Instead, it requires the active yielding of one's will to God's will, which is the defining characteristic of true worship. This surrender of self-will, exemplified by Jesus in Gethsemane and Abraham's offering of Isaac, is what truly connects believers to God's will.
25mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Sep 24, 2018 · 25m
The central message is that true salvation comes through faith in Christ, which necessitates genuine repentance and results in a desire to live according to the teachings of Jesus (the Sermon on the Mount). The speaker emphasizes that faith without corresponding works, or the fruit of the Spirit, is dead, drawing parallels to the body needing breath to be alive. He warns against both false prophets who widen the gate and legalists who narrow it, stressing that the fruit of the Spirit is more important than the gifts.
25mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Sep 24, 2018 · 25m
The sermon emphasizes that living by Jesus' high standard, as taught in the Sermon on the Mount, is impossible by human strength alone, requiring divine help. The speaker urges the congregation to shift their prayers from purely material concerns to spiritual needs, such as forgiving others, loving enemies, and freedom from sin. Ultimately, receiving God's highest spiritual blessings requires a genuine desire and the act of asking in faith.
25mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Sep 24, 2018 · 25m
The sermon reviews the ninth wrong attitude Jesus taught: judging and condemning others. The speaker emphasizes that judging is premature because we do not know the full story, the hidden motives of people's hearts, or the full context of their lives. He advises believers to wait until the Lord's return, when God will reveal hidden darkness and true motives, noting that judging others often reveals our own flawed attitudes.
1h 20mCFC Bangalore Live
CFC Messages · Sep 23, 2018 · 1h 20m
The sermon encourages parents to actively lead their children to Christ by teaching them the fear of God, drawing heavily from Isaiah 8. The speaker emphasizes that children are a gift from God, not an accident, and warns against modern influences like Satanism in schools. Ultimately, the message calls for parents to raise their children in the discipline and fear of the Lord.
46mCFC India
Zac Poonen · Sep 19, 2018 · 46m
The speaker emphasizes the importance of passing down faith and spiritual truths to the next generation, drawing parallels to Psalm 78 and the relay race of ministry. He warns that complacency and taking God's warnings lightly can lead to decline, citing the example of Ephesus. The core message is to take seriously the teachings received, particularly regarding maintaining the standard of sound doctrine and commitment within the church.
28mNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Sep 18, 2018 · 28m
The central message is that Christians must strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by maintaining a standard of sound doctrine and practical Christianity in all areas of life. The speaker emphasizes that true discipleship is demonstrated not just by teaching, but by one's character, citing examples from Paul's life and Malachi's character. Ultimately, living this life requires the power of the Holy Spirit, which the speaker assures the audience is given richly to all who believe.
32mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Sep 17, 2018 · 32m
The speaker encourages the audience to meditate on 1 Corinthians 14, emphasizing that pursuing love is paramount, and that true prophecy involves edification, exhortation, and consolation through the Holy Spirit. He stresses that spiritual gifts are not the measure of faith; rather, one must be a doer of the word, as demonstrated by Jesus's humble entrance into Jerusalem on a donkey, fulfilling prophecy.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Sep 11, 2018 · 49m
The central message is that true discipleship requires loving Jesus supremely above all else—family, self, and possessions. This means recognizing that everything on earth, including our possessions, belongs to the Lord, and we are merely stewards. The speaker emphasizes that we cannot serve both God and money, and our relationship with wealth reveals our true master.
17mNCCF Church
Jeremy Utley · Sep 11, 2018 · 17m
The speaker emphasizes that Christian growth requires being a doer of the word, mirroring Jesus' example of listening as a disciple rather than merely gathering information like a scribe. He focuses on the command not to despise the little ones, drawing from Matthew 18 and 19. This teaching extends to recognizing that every person, including children, is made in God's image and is stewarding God's nature, requiring us to see past superficial quirks to the divine nature within.
58mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Sep 11, 2018 · 58m
The sermon distinguishes between the devil's condemnation and the Holy Spirit's conviction, noting that condemnation is accusatory and destructive, while conviction is gentle guidance showing what was wrong and offering a way forward. The central message emphasizes that building a life on Christ requires more than just hearing His words; one must actively 'do' what is heard, yielding one's will to Christ's teachings, as illustrated by the parable of the wise and foolish builders.
4m 42sNCCF Church
CFC Messages · Sep 10, 2018 · 4m 42s
The message uses the parable of the Prodigal Son to illustrate that merely attending church or having a routine fellowship with God is insufficient. True spiritual maturity requires moving beyond discussing personal needs and problems to actively seeking to know the Father's heart for others. The speaker emphasizes that knowing God's heart leads to practical action, such as encouraging or reaching out to other believers.