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13mJuly 31 | Daily Devotion | Knowing God As Our Father | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 30
28mWhat It Means To Be Truly Spiritual | ನಿಜವಾಗಿಯೂ ಆತ್ಮಿಕರಾಗಿರುವುದರ ಅರ್ಥವೇನು? | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Jul 30
15mWhat It Means to Be Truly Spiritual - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 30
9mJuly 18 | Daily Devotion | God Tests And Examines The Heart Of The Righteous | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 17
35mTrue Riches And Wise Fathers | ನಿಜವಾದ ಐಶ್ವರ್ಯ ಹಾಗೂ ಜ್ಞಾನಿಗಳಾದ ತಂದೆಗಳು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Jul 17
19mTrue Riches and Wise Fathers - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 17
10mJuly 15 | Daily Devotion | Guidance From God's Word And From The Body Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 14
9mJuly 14 | Daily Devotion | Hearing And Believing God's Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 13
54mZac Poonen - Building Christ’s Church as a Body
Zac Poonen · Jul 13
9mJuly 13 | Daily Devotion | A Good Foundation: Humility And A Good Inner Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 12
9mJuly 8 | Daily Devotion | Don't Just Read Scripture, Meditate On It | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 7
14mJune 27 | Daily Devotion | Delighting In The Fear Of God Helps Us To Not Judge By Sight | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 26
11mJune 26 | Daily Devotion | The Fear Of The Lord Is The ABC Of Wisdom | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25
1h 15mNCCF Conference 2026 - Q&A Session (Part 2) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 10
53mNCCF Conference 2026 - In God’s Plan, By God’s Power, and For God’s Glory - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 9
12mJune 8 | Daily Devotion | You Are Very Valuable To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 7
38mZac Poonen - Living and Growing in the Fear of God
Zac Poonen · Jun 1
10mJune 1 | Daily Devotion | God Wants The Compassion Of A Mother In Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 31
10mMay 24 | Daily Devotion | Guard Your Tongue From Careless Words | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 23
10mMay 21 | Daily Devotion | Give The Very Best To God In Your Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 20
1h 11mZac Poonen - Walking In The Light With God At All Times | Austin CFC | 2026-05-13
Zac Poonen · May 15
10mMay 15 | Daily Devotion | Meditate On God's Word To Prosper In All That You Do | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 14
10mMay 7 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Understand Every Word Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 6
11mMay 6 | Daily Devotion | Respect Every Word Of God For An Exciting Christian Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 5
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.
13mCFC Daily Devotions
July 31 | Daily Devotion | Knowing God As Our Father | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 30, 2026 · 13m
The central message is that true Christian living requires shifting focus from self-centeredness to being God-centered, mirroring how Jesus lived by loving the Father. The speaker emphasizes that genuine repentance involves a 180-degree turn away from self-focus toward prioritizing God's glory. Knowing God as Father leads to a profound freedom where one no longer seeks approval from people but only from God.
28mCFC India
What It Means To Be Truly Spiritual | ನಿಜವಾಗಿಯೂ ಆತ್ಮಿಕರಾಗಿರುವುದರ ಅರ್ಥವೇನು? | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Jul 30, 2026 · 28m
The message emphasizes that the most valuable truths of God are often hidden, requiring believers to dig deeply into scripture rather than remaining on superficial understanding. True spirituality involves a deep desire for God's Word and relationship with Him, like a deer panting for streams of water. The speaker urges listeners to pursue knowledge diligently, as those who actively seek it will receive rewards.
15mCFC India
What It Means to Be Truly Spiritual - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 30, 2026 · 15m
The central message is that true spiritual depth requires diligently searching into the hidden truths of Scripture, much like mining for gold. Superficial understanding leads to falling away, whereas deep study fosters a profound relationship with God. The speaker emphasizes moving beyond mere intellectual knowledge to allow the Word to penetrate and divide between the soul (mind/feelings) and the spirit.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
July 18 | Daily Devotion | God Tests And Examines The Heart Of The Righteous | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 17, 2026 · 9m
God constantly examines our hearts, looking beyond outward appearance to assess our true attitude toward Him and others. True fellowship with God requires developing a non-judgmental life, as loving God is easier than loving imperfect people. Ultimately, we must live before God's face so that when we stand before the Lord, we are not deceived by praise or criticism.
35mCFC India
True Riches And Wise Fathers | ನಿಜವಾದ ಐಶ್ವರ್ಯ ಹಾಗೂ ಜ್ಞಾನಿಗಳಾದ ತಂದೆಗಳು | Zac Poonen | Kannada
Zac Poonen · Jul 17, 2026 · 35m
The sermon emphasizes the need for believers to be diligent in examining their inner lives, comparing it to how carefully we tend to our physical bodies, especially our eyes. True riches are identified as conforming to Christ's likeness, receiving the anointing of the Holy Spirit (which should be sought daily), and having revelation from Scripture that surpasses mere intellectual understanding.
19mCFC India
True Riches and Wise Fathers - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 17, 2026 · 19m
The speaker urges believers to maintain spiritual diligence by examining their inward life, comparing it to the care taken for physical wounds. He emphasizes that true understanding of scripture and God's word comes from personal faithfulness, not merely attending services or listening to others. The core message identifies three 'true riches'—likeness to Christ, the anointing of the Holy Spirit, and revelation on scripture—which are attained through faithfulness, even in handling material wealth.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
July 15 | Daily Devotion | Guidance From God's Word And From The Body Of Christ | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 14, 2026 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes that major life decisions should not be made based solely on personal feelings or isolated verses but require confirmation from the body of Christ. He draws parallels from Paul and Barnabas's ministry, stressing humility and seeking counsel. Ultimately, he urges listeners to adopt God's perspective by acknowledging how vastly different His ways are from our own, as taught in Isaiah 55.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
July 14 | Daily Devotion | Hearing And Believing God's Word | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 13, 2026 · 9m
The central message emphasizes that pleasing God requires living by faith, not by what our senses perceive. The speaker stresses that true faith comes specifically from 'hearing' the Word of Christ (the New Testament), meaning one must allow the Holy Spirit to speak personally through the reading rather than just reading it like a storybook. He strongly encourages developing a daily habit of scripture reading and listening for God's voice.
54mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Building Christ’s Church as a Body
Zac Poonen · Jul 13, 2026 · 54m
The sermon contrasts building a church based on human ambition (like the Tower of Babel) versus building it according to God's divine pattern (like the Tabernacle). The speaker warns that structures built for human glory will eventually be destroyed, while those built precisely as God commands—in every detail—will bear the glory of the Lord. True church life requires adherence to established divine patterns rather than impressive human efforts.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
July 13 | Daily Devotion | A Good Foundation: Humility And A Good Inner Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 12, 2026 · 9m
The message emphasizes that true spiritual understanding comes from humility, comparing it to the childlike state described in Matthew 5:3. The speaker distinguishes between knowledge, which can lead to pride, and revelation, which is given by God and changes one's life toward greater humility. To build a life pleasing to God, one must seek this divine revelation and adopt an internal righteousness that surpasses mere outward compliance.
9mCFC Daily Devotions
July 8 | Daily Devotion | Don't Just Read Scripture, Meditate On It | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 7, 2026 · 9m
The message emphasizes the importance of meditating deeply on scripture rather than just reading through it quickly. The speaker stresses that true understanding comes when God allows the word to penetrate the heart, comparing this process to a necessary surgery. Furthermore, he teaches that salvation requires both believing in the heart and confessing with the mouth, urging listeners to share what they learn from scripture with others.
14mCFC Daily Devotions
transcribingJune 27 | Daily Devotion | Delighting In The Fear Of God Helps Us To Not Judge By Sight | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 26, 2026 · 14m
The message emphasizes that the fear of the Lord is foundational to true spiritual wisdom, serving as a guiding principle in life. It teaches that this reverence helps believers avoid making judgments based merely on outward appearances or sight.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
transcribingJune 26 | Daily Devotion | The Fear Of The Lord Is The ABC Of Wisdom | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 25, 2026 · 11m
The message emphasizes that the fear of the Lord is foundational to all true wisdom, serving as its alphabet (ABC). This reverence should guide one's understanding and actions in life. By fearing God, believers establish a proper perspective on divine authority.
1h 15mNCCF Church
NCCF Conference 2026 - Q&A Session (Part 2) - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 10, 2026 · 1h 15m
The central message is that Christians must maintain a correct understanding of God as a loving, compassionate Father, countering the devil's tendency to portray Him as a strict punisher. This understanding is crucial for spiritual growth, as it allows believers to accept discipline as an act of love. Furthermore, the speaker advises believers to emulate God's patience by refraining from quick judgment of others.
53mNCCF Church
NCCF Conference 2026 - In God’s Plan, By God’s Power, and For God’s Glory - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 9, 2026 · 53m
The speaker emphasizes the profound responsibility of sharing God's word, warning against speaking as if God directly commanded it when it was not the case. He then draws from 1 Corinthians 3 to teach that every aspect of life—how time and money are spent—is building upon the foundation of Christ. True spiritual growth is measured not by outward numbers, but by victory over sin and the depth of conviction within the church.
12mCFC Daily Devotions
June 8 | Daily Devotion | You Are Very Valuable To God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 7, 2026 · 12m
The speaker emphasizes that humans are uniquely valuable to God, noting that while God created the world through spoken word, He personally formed man and woman from dust. This inherent value counters Satan's accusations of worthlessness. Furthermore, the message assures listeners that they will never be left spiritually insecure because Jesus promises to send the Holy Spirit as the permanent Helper, ensuring God's constant presence.
38mNCCF Church
Zac Poonen - Living and Growing in the Fear of God
Zac Poonen · Jun 1, 2026 · 38m
The central message emphasizes that the fear of the Lord, or reverence for God, is the foundation of all wisdom, drawing from Proverbs 9:10. The speaker stresses that this reverence must be taught to children from a young age, paralleling the importance of foundational education. He warns that skipping this foundational teaching and jumping directly to the doctrine of grace leads to a misunderstanding of God's standards, resulting in spiritual laxity and a lack of respect for authority.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
June 1 | Daily Devotion | God Wants The Compassion Of A Mother In Us | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 31, 2026 · 10m
The central message emphasizes that true Christian living requires the compassion of a mother, drawing parallels from Isaiah 49 and the encounter with the Samaritan woman. The speaker warns against spiritual pride and the tendency to judge others, urging listeners to lead and minister from a heart of genuine compassion rather than just knowledge. Ultimately, the goal of the Christian life is not merely holiness, but embodying love and compassion like Christ.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
May 24 | Daily Devotion | Guard Your Tongue From Careless Words | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 23, 2026 · 10m
The speaker emphasizes that a person's heart condition is revealed by their words, using Jesus' teaching that the fruit comes from the tree. He warns that merely controlling one's speech is hypocrisy; true change requires dealing with the heart itself. Ultimately, he stresses that every careless word will be accounted for at the judgment, making careful speech a necessary demonstration of genuine faith.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
May 21 | Daily Devotion | Give The Very Best To God In Your Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 20, 2026 · 10m
Drawing from the contrast between Cain and Abel and David's refusal to offer God what cost him nothing (2 Samuel 24), this devotion urges believers to give God their very best—primarily their lives and righteousness, not just money. Poonen warns against being like Cain, who gave cheap offerings merely to ease his conscience, and shares personal testimony of refusing to cheat on customs duty because God has no shortage of money but a great shortage of righteous people. The type of offering one brings to God reveals how important God truly is in one's life.
1h 11mAustin Christian Fellowship Church (ACFC)
Zac Poonen - Walking In The Light With God At All Times | Austin CFC | 2026-05-13
Zac Poonen · May 15, 2026 · 1h 11m
The speaker contrasts the Old Covenant with the New Covenant established through Christ, noting that while many commandments from the Old Testament can be kept by non-Christians, the tenth commandment—not desiring what belongs to a neighbor—was impossible to keep. He emphasizes that true understanding of scripture requires meditation, using the encounter with the rich young ruler as an example where Jesus pointed beyond mere adherence to law toward a deeper commitment.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
May 15 | Daily Devotion | Meditate On God's Word To Prosper In All That You Do | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 14, 2026 · 10m
Zac Poonen teaches that meditating on Scripture is more important than merely reading it. He emphasizes that meditation—like digestion of food—allows God's Word to truly strengthen us spiritually, and promises that those who delight in God's law and meditate on it day and night will prosper in all they do, as stated in Psalm 1.
10mCFC Daily Devotions
May 7 | Daily Devotion | Seek To Understand Every Word Of God | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 6, 2026 · 10m
Zac Poonen challenges Christians to take God's Word seriously by actively seeking to understand every verse, comparing lazy biblical study to ignoring rocks in a farmer's field. He argues that many Christians are spiritually shallow because they prioritize earthly concerns over their relationship with God, failing to recognize that humans are uniquely created with spirit to commune with God—and when that priority is lost, they descend to living like animals focused only on physical needs and pleasures.
11mCFC Daily Devotions
May 6 | Daily Devotion | Respect Every Word Of God For An Exciting Christian Life | Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · May 5, 2026 · 11m
Zac Poonen teaches that an exciting Christian life comes from respecting and taking seriously every word of God. He emphasizes that truly godly Christians demonstrate this through studying the entire Bible and believing it to be God's inspired word, comparing neglect of Scripture to a bride who doesn't truly love her fiancé. This respect for God's Word transforms one's attitude toward sin and produces genuine spiritual profit and life change.