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1h 33mIan Robson · Sep 29
57mIan Robson · Jun 24
1h 47mIan Robson · Jan 28
52mIan Robson · Jun 12
58mIan Robson · Jun 1
1h 43mIan Robson · May 14
1h 32mIan Robson · May 7
1h 46mIan Robson · Apr 23
55mIan Robson · Apr 4
1h 23mIan Robson · Mar 26
1h 45mIan Robson · Nov 20
1h 53mIan Robson · Oct 23
1h 5mIan Robson · Jul 18
50mIan Robson · Nov 12
1h 35mIan Robson · Mar 8
40mIan Robson · Feb 20
54mIan Robson · Nov 19
1h 0mIan Robson · Nov 10
1h 18mIan Robson · Sep 11
49mIan Robson · Sep 10
2h 5mIan Robson · Aug 13
1h 1mIan Robson · Aug 11
1h 18mIan Robson · Jul 21
1h 3mIan Robson · Jun 10
Zac Poonen · 11m · CFC Daily Devotions
True blessing under the New Covenant is not measured by material wealth and health, but by spiritual transformation and union with Christ. The mark of God's blessing is internal holiness and a clear vision of Christ, not external prosperity.
1h 33mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribingIan Robson · Sep 29, 2024 · 1h 33m
This sermon focuses on the importance of stillness to allow God to speak to us. The message encourages the congregation to quiet their hearts and minds to hear God's voice amidst the noise of daily life. It emphasizes that true communion with the Lord requires intentional quiet time.
57mCFC India
Ian Robson · Jun 24, 2024 · 57m
The sermon emphasizes that true peace comes from knowing and living by God's Word, which is a key element among the things that make for peace. Drawing from Scripture, the speaker highlights that peace is found first through the cross (making peace with God) and then by actively pursuing peace with all people. Ultimately, loving God's law leads to 'great peace' that prevents stumbling, guiding our lives toward righteousness.
1h 47mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Jan 28, 2024 · 1h 47m
The message encourages the congregation to focus their eyes and thoughts on Christ, recognizing Him as the one who rescued them from the kingdom of darkness and brought them into the kingdom of His Son. Christ is described as the visible image of the invisible God, who created all things and holds all creation together. Ultimately, believers are called to come boldly to the throne of grace to receive mercy and grace through Him.
52mCFC India
Ian Robson · Jun 12, 2023 · 52m
The sermon uses Ezekiel 37 to compare the spiritual life to either a dry bone or a well-watered garden. The central message is that believers must actively seek and receive the 'word of the Lord'—a divine word that brings life, strength, and direction—not just the general word of God found in scripture. This word can be found daily through devotion, shared with others, and is vital for keeping the church spiritually alive and nourished.
58mCFC India
Ian Robson · Jun 1, 2023 · 58m
The central message is the absolute necessity of believing in the physical resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is the core truth of the Gospel. The speaker argues that many Christian celebrations dilute this truth, and he warns against relying on religious symbols or doctrines (like the crucifix) rather than the reality of the risen Christ. True faith requires renouncing worldly systems and living by the testimony that Jesus conquered sin, death, and the devil through his resurrection.
1h 43mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribingIan Robson · May 14, 2023 · 1h 43m
This sermon, delivered on May 14, 2023, focuses on the concept of having 'blessed eyes.' While the specific content is not available, the title suggests a message concerning spiritual vision and perception.
1h 32mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · May 7, 2023 · 1h 32m
The sermon focuses on the necessity of drawing spiritual sustenance not from physical means, but from God's Word, referencing Isaiah 30:21. The speaker encourages the congregation to approach the Word with hunger and thirst, emphasizing that the Lord's word is what guides, protects, and sustains believers. He also reminds the congregation to bring physical Bibles to services to better engage with scripture.
1h 46mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribingIan Robson · Apr 23, 2023 · 1h 46m
The message focuses on understanding Jesus through the power of His resurrection. It encourages the congregation to draw strength and life from this central event in the Christian faith. The core message is centered on knowing Jesus by understanding what He accomplished through His resurrection.
55mCFC India
Ian Robson · Apr 4, 2023 · 55m
The sermon draws from Malachi, emphasizing God's enduring love despite human backsliding and the need for a pure offering to Him. The speaker highlights that God's promise remains that His name will be great among the nations, especially for those who fear Him. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to focus on being among 'those who fear the Lord,' as they will be recorded in a 'book of remembrance' and belong to God.
1h 23mCFC Bangalore Live
transcribingIan Robson · Mar 26, 2023 · 1h 23m
The sermon focuses on the concept of God keeping a book of remembrance for those who fear Him and are His true jewels. It encourages believers to live lives characterized by reverence for God and faithfulness, knowing that their devotion is recorded and remembered by Him. This remembrance serves as an encouragement to remain steadfast in their relationship with the Lord.
1h 45mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Nov 20, 2022 · 1h 45m
The sermon focuses on directing the congregation's attention and praise toward the majesty and glory of God, drawing heavily from hymns and scripture readings like Psalm 89. The central message encourages believers to keep their eyes open to the divine reality, recognizing God's incomparable greatness and faithfulness. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of being ready to make a defense of the hope held in Christ with gentleness and respect.
1h 53mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Oct 23, 2022 · 1h 53m
The sermon encourages the congregation to focus on God's unchanging glory and faithfulness, drawing heavily on hymns and scripture readings. Key themes include recognizing that all praise belongs to God, acknowledging human need for mercy, and meditating on the steadfast promises found in scripture, particularly regarding Christ as the Cornerstone.
1h 5mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Jul 18, 2021 · 1h 5m
The message addresses the modern challenge of distraction, which the speaker notes is a tool used by the devil against disciples. The central theme is the necessity of focusing on the prophetic word, comparing it to a lamp shining in the dark. The speaker encourages the congregation to pay close attention to this word to keep their minds focused on Christ.
50mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ian Robson · Nov 12, 2020 · 50m
God speaks to us not only through scripture or sermons but through every circumstance, including trials, temptations, and even the birth of children. The message emphasizes that we must entrust these divine truths to faithful generations, recognizing that our children can be signs and wonders in the church. Ultimately, believers must not forget the 'gentle flowing stream' of life found in Jesus, lest they become distracted by worldly excitement.
1h 35mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Mar 8, 2020 · 1h 35m
The sermon focuses on Psalm 91, encouraging the congregation to dwell in the secret place of God for refuge. The speaker emphasizes that this Psalm has a history of being used for faith, citing an example of a battalion surviving a brutal war through belief in its words. The central message is to not just read the Psalm, but to deeply believe it with all one's heart.
40mCFC India
Ian Robson · Feb 20, 2020 · 40m
The central message is that the righteous person must live by faith, not by personal righteousness or what is visible to the senses. The speaker draws heavily on Habakkuk 2:4, Romans 1:17, and 2 Corinthians 5:7 to emphasize that true life and salvation come through trusting in God's righteousness revealed in the gospel. This requires choosing to believe what is eternal and unseen, even when natural senses suggest otherwise.
54mCFC India
Ian Robson · Nov 19, 2019 · 54m
The central message is to find rest and contentment by accepting the boundaries and plans God has set for our lives, both personally and geographically. Drawing from Acts 17:26, the speaker emphasizes that God has predetermined our appointed times and boundaries of habitation. Therefore, our primary focus should be to seek God with a heart of gratitude, rather than constantly wondering about what might have been.
1h 0mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Nov 10, 2019 · 1h 0m
The sermon focuses on the theme of God's presence ('Immanuel') and the believer's response through praise and worship. The speaker encourages the congregation to acknowledge the cleansing power of Christ's blood and to approach God's throne with confidence, knowing that Jesus Christ is Lord. The message concludes with a call to live in fear of God's judgment and to draw near to Him for salvation.
1h 18mCFC India
Ian Robson · Sep 11, 2019 · 1h 18m
The sermon emphasizes the importance of remembering, keeping, and holding fast to what has been received and heard from God's word. Using Revelation 3, the speaker contrasts the spiritually dead church in Sardis with the faithful church in Philadelphia, urging the congregation to remain vigilant. The central message is to live continually in the Spirit, recognizing that God has opened an open door through Christ, which leads to an open heaven and direct communion with God's presence.
49mCFC India
Ian Robson · Sep 10, 2019 · 49m
The speaker emphasizes God's constant faithfulness and how easily we take His daily blessings for granted. Drawing from Psalm 139, he encourages listeners to remember that God is intimately aware of us at all times. He then discusses the 'daily bread' from the Lord's Prayer, arguing that this refers not just to physical sustenance but primarily to the spiritual word of God, which sustains us through every situation and trial.
2h 5mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Aug 13, 2019 · 2h 5m
The message urges the congregation to remember, keep, and hold fast to what they have heard and received from God's Word. Drawing parallels from the letters to the churches in Revelation, the speaker warns against spiritual complacency, using the example of Sardis, while encouraging the congregation to emulate the faithfulness of the church in Philadelphia. The central call is to remain spiritually alert and live in the Spirit, recognizing the open door Christ has provided.
1h 1mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Aug 11, 2019 · 1h 1m
The sermon is largely a series of worship and praise, focusing on the majesty and power of Jesus Christ. The speaker repeatedly directs the congregation to praise God for His faithfulness, His saving power, and His role as the King who redeems and provides a home in the church.
1h 18mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Jul 21, 2019 · 1h 18m
The sermon encourages the congregation to remain attentive to the Word of God, referencing the memory verse John 3:34, which states that whoever God sends speaks the words of God. The speaker draws a parallel to the rebellion of the sons of Korah, urging the listeners to guard against drifting from the truth and to allow their faith to grow through life's trials.
1h 3mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Jun 10, 2019 · 1h 3m
The message centers on the promise that God will make His people and their homes a blessing, drawing heavily from Ezekiel 34 and Genesis 12. The speaker challenges the congregation to believe this promise fully, emphasizing that true blessing is not material wealth but a spiritual reality rooted in Christ's redemption. He warns against 'Babylonian preachers' who offer counterfeit teachings that distract from the truth of God's Word.