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20mBobby McDonald - A Precious Picture of Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Apr 8
23mBobby McDonald - Render To God What Is God’s
Bobby McDonald · Mar 7
23mBobby McDonald - What Is God Mainly Interested In?
Bobby McDonald · Nov 21
24mBobby McDonald - Common Areas Of Deception To Beware Of
Bobby McDonald · Oct 17
5mBobby McDonald - The Cross Puts An End To All Of Our Questions
Bobby McDonald · Jun 6
9mBobby McDonald - Some ways God's kindness has changed me
Bobby McDonald · Apr 24
14mBobby McDonald - Don’t Live The Christian Life Without Jesus Himself
Bobby McDonald · Jul 20
21mBobby McDonald - Knowing that God is our Father vs Revelation that God is our Father
Bobby McDonald · Dec 28
15mBobby McDonald - Perfect Love On Earth
Bobby McDonald · Oct 3
13mBobby McDonald - Dinner With Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Apr 12
15mBobby McDonald - Don’t Make Decisions Based On Guilt
Bobby McDonald · Mar 21
22mBobby McDonald - A Servant Is One Who Lives For The One Who Loves Him
Bobby McDonald · Feb 11
14mBobby McDonald - God is faithful to keep His promises
Bobby McDonald · Jan 15
18mBobby McDonald - Don't Let Routine Replace Relationship
Bobby McDonald · Jan 9
15mBobby McDonald - It's Beautiful!
Bobby McDonald · Dec 21
10mBobby McDonald - Our Pearl Of Great Price
Bobby McDonald · Nov 21
19mBobby McDonald - The Lord Is Considerate And Sympathetic
Bobby McDonald · Nov 10
14mBobby McDonald - Go To Jesus And Drink
Bobby McDonald · Sep 12
24mBobby McDonald - In Evil Be Infants
Bobby McDonald · May 6
7mBobby McDonald - Encouragement For Those Who Feel Inferior
Bobby McDonald · Feb 16
10mBobby McDonald - How Deep The Father's Love Is For Us
Bobby McDonald · Feb 1
8mBobby McDonald - Jesus Will Save Me From My Sins
Bobby McDonald · Dec 5
7mBobby McDonald - A Special Love
Bobby McDonald · Nov 28
9mBobby McDonald - Security In God's Love For Us
Bobby McDonald · Nov 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 - A Precious Picture of Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Apr 8, 2024 · 20m
Bobby McDonald explores Jesus as both the door and the Good Shepherd from John 10, presenting a powerful image of Jesus standing in the doorway of the sheep pen to protect His flock from all threats—external dangers and internal condemnation. He emphasizes that believers can rest in complete security and freedom from fear, guilt, and sin because nothing enters their lives without God's permission and approval. The central lesson is that recognizing Jesus as our protective shepherd should transform how we view trials and temptations, leading us to treasure Jesus above all worldly pursuits and status.
23mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Render To God What Is God’s
Bobby McDonald · Mar 7, 2023 · 23m
The sermon centers on the principle of rendering to God what is God's, drawing from Jesus' response to the question about paying taxes to Caesar. The core message is that while we must honor earthly authorities, our ultimate allegiance and life belong to God, as we are made in His image. The speaker encourages listeners to shift their focus from living for self to living for God, emphasizing that true devotion involves meditating on God's Word and yielding one's entire life to Him.
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.
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Bobby McDonald - Common Areas Of Deception To Beware Of
Bobby McDonald · Oct 17, 2022 · 24m
The core message is to remain grounded in God's Word and resist Satan's deceptions, which often hinge on the initial lie that God is unreliable. The speaker warns against two specific deceptions: living in guilt and fear after accepting Christ, and becoming enslaved to legalism or performance rather than living in freedom through grace. True Christian life requires rooting oneself in God's love and accepting the finished work of Jesus.
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Bobby McDonald - The Cross Puts An End To All Of Our Questions
Bobby McDonald · Jun 6, 2022 · 5m
The central message is that the cross of Jesus Christ ends all questioning about God's character and love. Instead of asking 'why' difficult things happen, believers are called to focus on the overwhelming evidence of God's love demonstrated by sending Jesus as a propitiation for sins. This profound love should motivate believers to live daily lives of surrender and gratitude.
9mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Some ways God's kindness has changed me
Bobby McDonald · Apr 24, 2021 · 9m
The speaker reflects on how meditating on God's kindness and loving nature has profoundly changed his life. He discusses the freedom from guilt and the fear of hell, replaced by eternal hope and the joy of anticipating Christ's return. Furthermore, he finds freedom from the anxiety of failing, realizing that God appreciates his efforts regardless of perfection, and he finds comfort in the constant, unwavering love of God.
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Bobby McDonald - Don’t Live The Christian Life Without Jesus Himself
Bobby McDonald · Jul 20, 2020 · 14m
The central message is that true Christian living requires a deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, rather than merely performing religious duties or outward acts of piety. The speaker warns against becoming lukewarm, where one maintains the outward appearance of Christianity while the heart is distant from God. The ultimate goal must be a desire to know and connect with God Himself, as this is the source of true joy, peace, and fulfillment.
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Bobby McDonald - Knowing that God is our Father vs Revelation that God is our Father
Bobby McDonald · Dec 28, 2018 · 21m
The central message is that true freedom from fear comes from deeply knowing and experiencing God as our Father. The speaker uses the Prodigal Son narrative to illustrate that acceptance is based on God's unconditional love, not on our perfect feelings of guilt or repentance. Furthermore, he argues that even Jesus had to grasp the truth of God the Father by faith, suggesting that our own faith must similarly anchor us against doubt and anxiety.
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Bobby McDonald - Perfect Love On Earth
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.
13mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Dinner With Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Apr 12, 2018 · 13m
The central message is the profound need to seek a personal revelation of God's love, which is the foundation for a changed life. The speaker uses the analogy of a man cherishing a photo of his deceased wife to illustrate the depth of enduring love, comparing this to God's unwavering love inscribed on the palms of His hands. Ultimately, the message encourages viewing time in prayer and scripture not as a burden, but as a joyful, anticipated
15mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Don’t Make Decisions Based On Guilt
Bobby McDonald · Mar 21, 2018 · 15m
The central message is to avoid making life decisions based on guilt, distinguishing it from the gentle conviction of the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that true Christian living requires drawing near to God with a sincere heart and full assurance of faith, which means recognizing that sin's guilt has been fully addressed by Christ's sacrifice. When we feel guilt, it hinders our ability to approach God freely.
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Bobby McDonald - A Servant Is One Who Lives For The One Who Loves Him
Bobby McDonald · Feb 11, 2018 · 22m
A true servant of the Lord serves out of genuine love and gratitude for God, not merely out of routine or for self-glory. The speaker warns against performing religious acts or service with hidden motives, comparing this to the Pharisee who prayed to himself. The core message is maintaining a deep, personal relationship with God, ensuring that service flows from a heart of love rather than obligation or habit.
14mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - God is faithful to keep His promises
Bobby McDonald · Jan 15, 2018 · 14m
The central message is that true Christian love for God is demonstrated not by outward religious acts, but by an inward transformation of thought and motive, reflecting the desire to live for the Lord. The speaker emphasizes that God is faithful to His promises, encouraging believers to draw near to the throne of grace with confidence, as demonstrated by his personal experience overcoming the temptation of a loose tongue through the help of the Holy Spirit.
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Bobby McDonald - Don't Let Routine Replace Relationship
Bobby McDonald · Jan 9, 2018 · 18m
The central message is that Christian life must be a genuine relationship with God, not merely a routine of religious activities. The speaker warns against letting the motions of faith—like regular Bible study or prayer—replace the heart's connection to God. He emphasizes that true spiritual health requires radical honesty before God, acknowledging where joy or devotion has waned, and maintaining a balance between recognizing personal inability and trusting in God's power to accomplish everything through Christ.
15mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - It's Beautiful!
Bobby McDonald · Dec 21, 2017 · 15m
The central message is that Christians should strive to be an exact reflection of Jesus by cultivating an attitude of profound excitement and gratitude for what God has done in their lives. This passion for God's promises and grace should not feel like a burden but rather a natural, joyful response, much like finding a great treasure. God is perfecting this work in us, leading us to a place where our greatest desire is to be satisfied only in Him.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Our Pearl Of Great Price
Bobby McDonald · Nov 21, 2017 · 10m
The central message is that Christians should view themselves as the richest people in the universe because of their salvation through Christ, comparing this to finding something of immense value like the pearl of great price. This realization shifts focus from earthly struggles or possessions to the supreme value of Christ, leading to a reduced expectation of others and a deeper delight in the Lord.
19mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - The Lord Is Considerate And Sympathetic
Bobby McDonald · Nov 10, 2017 · 19m
The central message is that true Christian transformation comes not from merely following rules or external actions, but from receiving a new spirit and heart from God. The speaker emphasizes that this internal renewal, which involves considering the needs and cares of others, is what allows us to truly reflect Jesus. He illustrates this with an account of needing help in a parking garage, where only one person showed genuine consideration and willingness to assist.
14mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Go To Jesus And Drink
Bobby McDonald · Sep 12, 2017 · 14m
The central message is that Christians must continually turn to Jesus to satisfy spiritual thirst, drawing from the analogy of Jesus crying out, "If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink." This spiritual
24mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - In Evil Be Infants
Bobby McDonald · May 6, 2017 · 24m
Jesus rejoiced not over the power to cast out demons, but over the fact that God revealed Himself to
7mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Encouragement For Those Who Feel Inferior
Bobby McDonald · Feb 16, 2017 · 7m
The central message is that Christians should not become discouraged by comparing themselves to others who seem more advanced in their walk with God. Instead, believers must anchor themselves in the truth that God is love, which washes away feelings of inadequacy and comparison. True spiritual growth comes from continually receiving revelation of God's unconditional love, rather than striving to meet the standards set by others.
10mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - How Deep The Father's Love Is For Us
Bobby McDonald · Feb 1, 2017 · 10m
The central message is the profound, comforting, and leading nature of God's love, exemplified by the image of a father holding a child's hand. God's presence provides ultimate comfort, refuge, and guidance through life's uncertainties, surpassing any temporary comfort. Furthermore, the sermon emphasizes the immeasurable value of God's love, which was demonstrated by the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus, something no earthly riches could ever compare to.
8mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Jesus Will Save Me From My Sins
Bobby McDonald · Dec 5, 2016 · 8m
The speaker uses personal anecdotes, such as his frustration with homework, to illustrate the reality of sin, comparing it to a computer virus that needs cleansing. He emphasizes that Jesus' name means He saves people from their sins, offering hope for deliverance from internal struggles like impatience and anger. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to claim the victory promised by Jesus over their sin.
7mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - A Special Love
Bobby McDonald · Nov 28, 2016 · 7m
The central message is that God's love for humanity is infinitely greater than any human relationship, using covenants like marriage as mere symbols. The speaker emphasizes that God's love is so personal that He treats each individual as if they were the only one, which is why He forbids polygamy. Ultimately, understanding this boundless love requires not just study, but a revelation from the Holy Spirit, as it surpasses human comprehension.
9mNCCF Church
Bobby McDonald - Security In God's Love For Us
Bobby McDonald · Nov 21, 2016 · 9m
The core message is that our security comes from the unwavering love of God, which guarantees victory through all life's trials, such as tribulation or persecution. This truth changes our attitude, removes fear, and empowers us to fight sin because we know we have the victory in Christ. Believers must continually return to God's love and strength, much like David and Jesus, to remain grounded against lies that try to convince them otherwise.