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20mBobby McDonald - The Best Thing I Can Do for My Marriage Is Listen to God
Bobby McDonald · Oct 14
45mFalse Guilt — Bobby McDonald — July 18, 2024
Bobby McDonald · Jul 18
21mBobby McDonald - The Blessing Of Disappointment
Bobby McDonald · Jul 1
19mBobby McDonald - Humbling Ourselves At Home
Bobby McDonald · Mar 25
24mBobby McDonald - 8 Things I've Learned About Prayer
Bobby McDonald · May 1
26mBobby McDonald - New Covenant Disciples Are Kind
Bobby McDonald · Jan 30
23mBobby McDonald - What Is God Mainly Interested In?
Bobby McDonald · Nov 21
24mBobby McDonald - Salvation is a Process: Blessed are those who wash their robes
Bobby McDonald · Oct 3
28mBobby McDonald - Be Easy On Others
Bobby McDonald · Sep 12
22mBobby McDonald - Single-Minded Seeking
Bobby McDonald · Aug 29
41mSeven Things That Help Me Persevere — Bobby McDonald — June 12, 2022
Bobby McDonald · Jun 17
20mBobby McDonald - Be Restful Like Jesus
Bobby McDonald · May 2
19mBobby McDonald - 6 Ways God Uses Affliction
Bobby McDonald · Mar 8
17mBobby McDonald - Spiritual Dryness
Bobby McDonald · Nov 15
23mBobby McDonald - Become A Zero To Be One With Others
Bobby McDonald · Sep 6
18mBobby McDonald - Yes, Daddy
Bobby McDonald · May 4
21mBobby McDonald - Some lessons at home during COVID
Bobby McDonald · Mar 16
19mBobby McDonald - Disregarding ourselves and exalting Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Dec 14
11mBobby McDonald - Lord, Give Them Wine and Send Me the Bill
Bobby McDonald · Oct 21
6mBobby McDonald - Endure By Remembering Who This Is For
Bobby McDonald · Aug 10
6mBobby McDonald - Choose The Path Where Jesus Is
Bobby McDonald · Jun 1
5mBobby McDonald - Light From The Lord Helps Us See Things How He Sees Them
Bobby McDonald · May 11
5mBobby McDonald - Shine The Light On Your Deeds To See Their Origin
Bobby McDonald · Apr 20
5mBobby McDonald - Being Like A Young Bride In A Married Land
Bobby McDonald · Mar 21
August 3 | Daily Devotion | Repentance Is The Mark Of Being Truly Born Again | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · 10m · CFC Daily Devotions
Repentance is the defining mark of a truly born-again Christian. Without genuine repentance—a turning away from sin with changed behavior—one's claim to conversion is hollow and superficial.
20mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - The Best Thing I Can Do for My Marriage Is Listen to God
Bobby McDonald · Oct 14, 2024 · 20m
Bobby McDonald teaches that husbands can best serve their marriages by listening to God and applying His direction in four key areas: developing genuine appreciation and encouragement for their wives, prioritizing the marriage relationship above church activities, serving their wives with a cheerful and willing attitude, and respecting their wives' individual convictions rather than imposing their own standards. He emphasizes that transformation comes through God's Word and the Holy Spirit's work, not through human effort or control.
45mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
False Guilt — Bobby McDonald — July 18, 2024
Bobby McDonald · Jul 18, 2024 · 45m
The speaker addresses the danger of false guilt, which can weigh down sincere Christians who strive to live according to high spiritual standards. He uses scripture, particularly Romans 7 and an illustration from Leviticus 13, to teach that recognizing one's sin is a starting point, not a permanent state of guilt. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to embrace a childlike faith in God's forgiveness and to press on in the journey of discipleship without being paralyzed by guilt over perceived shortcomings.
21mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - The Blessing Of Disappointment
Bobby McDonald · Jul 1, 2024 · 21m
Bobby McDonald teaches that disappointment, while not sinful in itself, becomes sinful when we hold onto discouragement and complaint against God. He explains that God sometimes allows disappointment to loosen our grip on things outside His will, using Hebrews 12:26-27 to illustrate how God shakes away what cannot remain so we focus on Him. This brokenness and loosening of attachments—whether to personal expectations, relationships, circumstances, or even self-disappointment—is essential for spiritual growth and freedom in Christ.
19mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Humbling Ourselves At Home
Bobby McDonald · Mar 25, 2024 · 19m
Bobby McDonald teaches that humbling ourselves primarily happens at home through dying to self in daily situations—putting others first, relinquishing control and expectations of people, and maintaining peace in our own hearts. The foundation is 1 Peter 5:6, which calls Christians to humble themselves under God's circumstances so they can experience His presence and live in close friendship with Him.
24mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - 8 Things I've Learned About Prayer
Bobby McDonald · May 1, 2023 · 24m
The speaker discusses eight lessons learned about prayer, emphasizing that true prayer is not just talking to God, but also actively listening, which should be a constant, natural state like breathing. He stresses that the foundation of prayer must be a desire to please God and obey His will, rather than focusing on personal desires. Furthermore, he advises that prayer should prioritize accomplishing God's will over advocating for one's own.
26mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - New Covenant Disciples Are Kind
Bobby McDonald · Jan 30, 2023 · 26m
The sermon contrasts two men who experience identical difficult days, illustrating that the difference lies in their response. The first man reacts to every setback with frustration and anger, while the second man approaches each circumstance with a prayer to do God's will. True discipleship, like the second man, means presenting one's body as a living sacrifice, living with the attitude of existing solely to serve God's will.
23mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - What Is God Mainly Interested In?
Bobby McDonald · Nov 21, 2022 · 23m
The central message is that God's primary interest is not in our earthly logistics or temporary concerns, but in us becoming a reflection of Jesus and partaking of the divine nature. The speaker emphasizes that focusing on this eternal goal, rather than immediate circumstances, transforms how we read scripture and approach life decisions. He encourages believers to keep this ultimate purpose—becoming like Christ—as their guiding question.
24mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Salvation is a Process: Blessed are those who wash their robes
Bobby McDonald · Oct 3, 2022 · 24m
The central message is that salvation is a continuous process, not a one-time event. While believers are saved from the penalty of sin, the ongoing goal is to become a reflection of Jesus Christ by actively working with the Holy Spirit to overcome sin and grow in purity. This daily effort, symbolized by washing one's robes, is necessary to be conformed to Christ's image and enter into eternal life.
28mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Be Easy On Others
Bobby McDonald · Sep 12, 2022 · 28m
The central message is to reflect Jesus by treating others with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. The speaker emphasizes that Christian struggle often involves internal attitudes toward others, such as overcoming bitterness, and advises being easy on others while being hard on oneself. He concludes by urging listeners to be full of consideration and empty of expectations when dealing with people.
22mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Single-Minded Seeking
Bobby McDonald · Aug 29, 2022 · 22m
The central message is the necessity of single-mindedly seeking God above all else, making Him the absolute priority in life. The speaker emphasizes that this pursuit requires continuous effort, drawing parallels from Deuteronomy and Jesus' teaching to 'seek first His kingdom.' True seeking is demonstrated by living righteously, keeping God's commandments, and relying on the Holy Spirit's grace, rather than self-effort.
41mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Seven Things That Help Me Persevere — Bobby McDonald — June 12, 2022
Bobby McDonald · Jun 17, 2022 · 41m
The speaker emphasizes that perseverance, or endurance, is vital for a spiritual life to have lasting value. He shares that the key to endurance is love, citing the example of a man working tirelessly for his son. He then details that the first of seven things that help him persevere is consistent prayer, drawing from Luke 18:1 to teach not to lose heart in prayer, viewing it as a necessary refreshment rather than a duty.
20mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Be Restful Like Jesus
Bobby McDonald · May 2, 2022 · 20m
The central message is that true Christian rest is found in complete surrender to God's will, mirroring Jesus's peace even amidst chaos. The speaker emphasizes that this rest is not passive but is achieved through endurance, deep intimacy with Christ, and letting go of personal control. This surrendered state is characterized by a loose grip on life's outcomes, trusting entirely in God's perfect plan.
19mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - 6 Ways God Uses Affliction
Bobby McDonald · Mar 8, 2022 · 19m
God uses affliction not just to remove problems, but to build us up and make us more like Jesus Christ. This process involves developing a deep, consistent rest in God, even during storms, and learning to love unconditionally, mirroring God's impartial love. Ultimately, affliction is a tool for spiritual refinement, enabling us to overcome challenges through Christ's power.
17mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Spiritual Dryness
Bobby McDonald · Nov 15, 2021 · 17m
The central message is that Christian life requires a consistent, daily devotion to God, viewing spiritual dryness not as a failure but as a signal to recommit. The speaker emphasizes that all life's ambitions and pursuits lose meaning outside of knowing Jesus, and true devotion is found by continually seeking Him with the whole heart. This pursuit must be a daily walk, like tending a fire, rather than expecting a one-time fix.
23mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Become A Zero To Be One With Others
Bobby McDonald · Sep 6, 2021 · 23m
The sermon emphasizes that Christian unity is achieved by becoming a 'zero'—meaning one must be willing to die to self, take the low place, and prioritize Christ's will over personal desires or opinions. Drawing from Ephesians 4, the speaker stresses that preserving unity requires humility, gentleness, patience, and love, which are necessary preparations for eternal fellowship in heaven. Ultimately, unity is found by agreeing on the core belief that God and Jesus are everything, even when disagreeing on secondary issues.
18mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Yes, Daddy
Bobby McDonald · May 4, 2021 · 18m
The speaker emphasizes that the Christian goal is to reflect Jesus' perfect obedience and surrender in all areas of life. He uses Jesus' life, from childhood obedience to his ultimate sacrifice, to illustrate this point, contrasting it with his own lack of consistent surrender. The message encourages immediate, cheerful obedience to the Holy Spirit and to earthly authorities, viewing submission to these structures as an act of obedience to God.
21mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Some lessons at home during COVID
Bobby McDonald · Mar 16, 2021 · 21m
The speaker draws lessons from the COVID-19 lockdown, comparing the experience to the wilderness journey described in Deuteronomy 8. He emphasizes that true spiritual growth comes not only from major life changes but more profoundly from paying close attention to God's guidance in small, daily moments. A disciple must cultivate an attentive spirit, constantly checking motives and being sensitive to the Spirit's whispers, as exemplified by recognizing God's kindness even in mundane situations like adjusting shower temperature.
19mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Disregarding ourselves and exalting Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Dec 14, 2020 · 19m
The central message is that true discipleship requires completely disregarding the self and exalting Jesus, mirroring Christ's willingness to die for others. This surrender means letting go of personal rights, ambitions, and earthly attachments, finding freedom in focusing on God's will rather than self-centered desires. The speaker emphasizes that this mindset, like Paul's, allows one to endure suffering and focus on the eternal reward.
11mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Lord, Give Them Wine and Send Me the Bill
Bobby McDonald · Oct 21, 2020 · 11m
The central message is that true spiritual life involves embracing the Holy Spirit's work, which requires burning away personal attachments and self-centered desires. This process leads to a life that overflows, enabling one to bless and minister to others. The speaker warns against the temptation to desire comfort over ministry, citing examples like Jonah's bitterness and emphasizing that God's joy is found in serving and loving others.
6mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Endure By Remembering Who This Is For
Bobby McDonald · Aug 10, 2020 · 6m
The central message is that Christian living involves dying to sin not for its own sake, but so that one can be alive to God and please Him. The speaker emphasizes that when tempted, one's focus should be on pleasing God, drawing inspiration from Jesus' endurance on the cross, which was motivated by the joy of pleasing the Father. Ultimately, the goal is to overcome sin to deepen one's relationship with God.
6mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Choose The Path Where Jesus Is
Bobby McDonald · Jun 1, 2020 · 6m
The central message is that Christians must intentionally follow the narrow path of discipleship, which is the way that leads to life and is characterized by God's will. This path, modeled after Jesus' teachings, offers rest and peace, much like power-steering assists in driving. When we seek God's will and walk in it, He guides us, making the journey restful rather than a struggle against our own efforts.
5mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Light From The Lord Helps Us See Things How He Sees Them
Bobby McDonald · May 11, 2020 · 5m
The central message is that true understanding and guidance from God come not just from receiving answers or knowledge, but from experiencing His light, which allows one to see situations from His perspective. The speaker uses the analogy of a puzzle in the dark to illustrate that God's light enables a deeper view of His work and love, which is more valuable than solving immediate problems. Ultimately, this means prioritizing intimate fellowship with Christ over merely seeking solutions to external struggles.
5mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Shine The Light On Your Deeds To See Their Origin
Bobby McDonald · Apr 20, 2020 · 5m
The central message is that true Christian living requires bringing all deeds, thoughts, and attitudes into the light of God's truth to ensure they are genuinely wrought by God's will. The speaker encourages believers to adopt the attitude of constant self-examination, similar to David's plea, to purify their inner selves. By continually checking one's actions and thoughts against the Lord's will, believers can grow closer to reflecting Jesus.
5mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Being Like A Young Bride In A Married Land
Bobby McDonald · Mar 21, 2020 · 5m
The sermon uses the metaphor of a young bride to illustrate the ideal relationship with God. The central message is the need to maintain the initial eagerness and devotion of a young bride, rather than becoming complacent or distracted by worldly things. The speaker emphasizes that believers must be vigilant to catch unfaithfulness in their hearts early, recognizing that true devotion means finding God as the ultimate refuge.