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49mSantosh Poonen · Jul 27
59mSantosh Poonen · Jul 2
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54sSantosh Poonen · Mar 6
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42sSantosh Poonen · Jan 30
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59sSantosh Poonen · Jan 8
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1h 39mSantosh Poonen · Dec 21
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58sSantosh Poonen · Dec 2
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.
49mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jul 27, 2026 · 49m
The message emphasizes that true Christian life requires a deep, mutual knowledge of Christ and the Father, mirroring the relationship between Jesus and God. This profound connection is not achieved by human effort but through the filling of the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, believers must continually seek to dwell in the presence of the Lord rather than merely focusing on past blessings or material provision.
59mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jul 2, 2026 · 59m
The core message emphasizes that humanity is uniquely created in the image of God, giving us an eternal soul and purpose beyond mere self-preservation. Unlike animals whose existence ends with death, humans are destined for eternity—either heaven or hell—based on whether we choose to glorify God with our lives. True life involves denying self-will and living by the power of the Holy Spirit.
1h 5mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jun 1, 2026 · 1h 5m
The central message is that for Jesus to be King in one's life, the individual must willingly surrender their own will and desires to Him. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus cannot share the throne with personal agendas, urging listeners to empty their hearts for Him. This surrender leads to a life of peace, freedom from complaint, and true worship.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Mar 21, 2026 · 1m 1s
The core message is that true faith is recognizing God's unchanging, everlasting love, especially when one has sinned or failed. The speaker emphasizes that faith is not about our own perceived hopelessness, but rather trusting that God can restore us despite our mistakes. Believing we are too far gone is what limits God's power to us.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Mar 21, 2026 · 1m 1s
God established the plan of salvation before the world's foundation, even before humanity sinned. This pre-ordained plan ensured that Christ's sacrifice was secured before any sin could occur. The message emphasizes that God's provision for salvation predates our actions and knowledge of Him.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Mar 21, 2026 · 1m 1s
The central message is that God's love is unconditional and present, affirming that believers are loved perfectly right now, exactly as they are. The speaker challenges the common belief that one must become perfect or resemble Jesus before receiving God's love. Instead, God loves imperfect people just as much as He loves Jesus.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Mar 21, 2026 · 1m
The sermon emphasizes that the Father's love is everlasting, even when the younger son has sinned greatly and feels unloved by the world. The speaker teaches that the place where one is always loved is in the presence of God, and the church must reflect this reality. Knowing God is present is how sinners recognize this everlasting love.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Mar 21, 2026 · 1m 1s
The sermon uses the parable of the Prodigal Son to illustrate how failure can lead to a profound change in perspective and relationship with God. The younger son's journey, marked by failure, ultimately resulted in a deep desire to be in his father's presence, a transformation not seen in the older brother. This encourages the audience that God can use our failures and helplessness to accomplish something in our lives.
54sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Mar 6, 2026 · 54s
The speaker argues that true confidence, even in singing, comes not from a perfect week, but from the assurance of forgiveness and justification through Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that genuine repentance and understanding of Christ's forgiveness allow one to sing with the same confidence regardless of past failures. This assurance is presented as the core message of the gospel.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Mar 6, 2026 · 1m 1s
The central message is that knowing God's intimacy is what has eternal value, unlike physical miracles. The speaker contrasts those who only know God through visible deeds with those who truly know His deep intimacy. This deep knowledge is presented as the only thing that will endure into eternity.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Mar 6, 2026 · 1m 1s
The speaker urges listeners to evaluate their daily activities, careers, and relationships by asking if they matter in eternity. True devotion means aligning all actions, even mundane ones like jobs or family life, with God's glory rather than seeking worldly success. Living for God means integrating faith into everyday life, not necessarily withdrawing from it.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Mar 6, 2026 · 1m 1s
The speaker contrasts human relationships, where deep secrets might jeopardize love, with the unconditional love of God. He emphasizes that God knows every aspect of a person—their past sins and future failings—yet He remains faithful and loving. This highlights the depth and certainty of God's acceptance.
42sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jan 30, 2026 · 42s
The message emphasizes the importance of having a firm root in Christ to experience oneness in various areas of life, including marriage, home, and the church. The speaker challenges the audience to reflect on whether their love for others mirrors the love Jesus showed them. Achieving this oneness begins with establishing a deep connection with the Father.
58sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jan 30, 2026 · 58s
Jesus's greatest joy was found in His oneness with the Father, a joy that surpassed all earthly temptations, including pleasure and wealth. The speaker emphasizes that this divine unity was more valuable to Jesus than anything the devil could offer. This principle of prioritizing oneness with God is presented as the foundation for building the church.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jan 27, 2026 · 1m 1s
The central message draws from 1 Timothy 3:16, highlighting Christ as the ultimate example of godliness. The speaker encourages the audience to desire a deep spiritual examination, asking God to reveal and vindicate them through the Holy Spirit, mirroring Christ's own vindication. Ultimately, the call is to choose to follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit and keep focus on Jesus.
1mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jan 21, 2026 · 1m
God desires people who are passionate about His kingdom above all else, rather than waiting for perfect people. He is not looking for complete victory over sin before sending someone out. The key is to have an interest in God's kingdom alone, even while still fighting battles.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jan 21, 2026 · 1m 1s
The core message is that the gospel is not merely that Jesus died for you, but rather that His death was so that believers would never again live for themselves. This means relinquishing the right to live according to one's own will. The Christian life, therefore, is characterized by living for the one who died and rose again on our behalf.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jan 20, 2026 · 1m 1s
The speaker emphasizes that Jesus' declaration, "I have finished the work," was a specific statement regarding the mission He was sent to accomplish on earth. He argues that Jesus' life was characterized by a purpose that required Him to remain on earth until that work was complete, setting a standard for believers to follow.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jan 8, 2026 · 1m 1s
The speaker emphasizes that receiving a partaking of God's divine nature is the most valuable thing, surpassing any earthly wealth. He reflects on the incredible grace that God would bestow this divine quality upon fallen, imperfect human beings. This gift is presented as a profound act of divine favor.
59sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jan 8, 2026 · 59s
True discipleship means living with the same inner attitude towards everything and everyone that Jesus possessed, rather than focusing on outward conformity. The speaker clarifies that this does not mean adopting Jesus's physical lifestyle or ministry. Instead, it requires mirroring Christ's internal disposition in all aspects of life.
1m 1sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jan 8, 2026 · 1m 1s
True security does not come from God solving external problems, such as career success or relationships. Instead, the speaker asserts that the only source of lasting security is knowing and experiencing the love of the Heavenly Father. The temptation to believe that material success or external achievements will solve deep-seated insecurity is identified as a lie from the enemy.
1h 39mCFC Bangalore Live
Santosh Poonen · Dec 21, 2025 · 1h 39m
A church service centered on worship and praise, celebrating Jesus' lordship and the promise of eternal joy. The congregation sings hymns and contemporary worship songs emphasizing gratitude for Christ's redemptive work, his sovereignty over all creation, and the anticipation of seeing Jesus in heaven.
1h 16mCFC Bangalore Live
Santosh Poonen · Dec 14, 2025 · 1h 16m
Santosh Poonen leads a church service centered on worship and prayer, emphasizing God's greatness, mercy, and redemptive love. Through hymns and Scripture, he encourages believers to trust in God's infinite compassion, remember His rescue of us from sin, and approach His presence with reverence and thankfulness rather than fear.
58sRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Dec 2, 2025 · 58s
The speaker analyzes God revealing His name to Moses, noting that God's self-declaration, 'I Am,' points to His nature. He argues that the giving of the Law, which contains commandments and warnings, was rooted in God's compassionate nature, establishing that compassion is the foundation of the Lord's character.