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55mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Santosh Poonen · Jul 15, 2012
The speaker compares the Old Covenant to a picture or shadow of the New Covenant, which is fully realized in Jesus Christ. He warns that focusing too much on analyzing the Word (the picture) can lead to bondage, while the true joy comes from relating to the living, present reality of Jesus. The message encourages believers to keep their focus on the living Bridegroom rather than getting lost in theological analysis of the Word.
56mCFC India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 12, 2016
This sermon explores the relationship between the believer and the Triune God. It likely discusses how believers interact with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in their spiritual lives. The core message centers on understanding the nature of God as three persons in one essence.
25mCFC India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jan 14, 2015
Jesus taught that peacemakers are blessed because they are called sons of God. The sermon emphasizes that maintaining peace requires actively avoiding grumbling, complaining, and disputing in all aspects of life. The speaker advises that when faced with conflict, one must prioritize pursuing peace by being willing to die to self and one's own rights, even if it means sacrificing deeper fellowship.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Oct 3, 2022
The sermon emphasizes that God has granted everything necessary for both physical and godly life, which is summarized as 'everything pertaining to life and godliness.' True eternal life, according to Jesus, is knowing God and Jesus Christ. The speaker uses the analogy of a marriage to illustrate that knowing God is a process that requires consistent, daily effort, much like a deepening marital relationship, rather than just a one-time declaration of faith.
1h 10mCFC India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 24, 2018
The speaker emphasizes that Jesus Christ, not the Old Covenant law, is the means by which God's people enter their full inheritance in the New Covenant life. He defines sin as anything contrary to the life of Jesus, arguing that all humanity has sinned by falling short of the perfect life Jesus lived. The core message is that believers must press on toward Christlikeness, recognizing that while forgiveness was available before, salvation from sin and eternal separation from God is achieved through Christ's sacrifice.
56mCFC India - Zac Poonen
Charles Banna · Mar 7, 2024
The sermon emphasizes that God is pure light, and His nature is to separate light from darkness, mirroring the first act of creation. This separation is applied to our lives, where the Holy Spirit's conviction of sin dispels darkness, allowing the light of Christ to dwell within believers. Therefore, Christians are called to live as children of light, separated from the world's darkness through repentance and the indwelling Spirit.
1h 7mCFC India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Mar 9, 2022
The central message is that true, eternal life is not merely living forever, but knowing God and Jesus Christ personally. The speaker argues that God often uses trials and suffering—such as those experienced by the prophets, apostles, and Job—as the necessary means for individuals to gain this intimate knowledge of Him. Therefore, believers should view suffering not as punishment, but as an opportunity to deepen their relationship with God.
1h 2mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Zac Poonen · Jun 8, 2017
The speaker emphasizes that Christian truth, like the human body, must be balanced, warning against overemphasizing any single doctrine (like grace or truth) to the detriment of others. He stresses the necessity of studying Scripture carefully and submitting to appointed teachers, cautioning against those who preach by reading single verses without comparing them to other scriptures. A key focus is the balanced understanding of Christ—that he was 100% God and 100% man—which is necessary for believers to live lives that reflect His walk.
55mCFC India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Nov 28, 2024
The sermon emphasizes that true understanding of Jesus' name involves grasping the difference between being forgiven and being saved. The speaker draws from Psalm 91 to teach that honoring God requires knowing His name, which signifies protection and deliverance from sin, not just forgiveness. He urges listeners to meditate on how much Jesus suffered and how many sins they have committed to truly love God.
1h 12mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Jun 12, 2022
The message centers on baptism as a profound symbol of death, burial, and resurrection in Christ. It proclaims that through this ordinance, believers declare to the world and spiritual powers that they no longer belong to sin or Satan, but are purchased, washed, and cleansed by the Lord Jesus Christ. The speaker urges the congregation to remember God's past faithfulness and commit to living in a new life according to the truth of God's word.
57mCFC India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jun 24, 2012
This message explores the profound dual nature of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that he was fully God and fully man. The teaching highlights the necessity of understanding this incarnation to grasp the depth of salvation and Christian doctrine. It addresses what might be missing or misunderstood in contemporary Christian teaching.
3h 5mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian Robson · Jun 28, 2015
The sermon is a worship service focused entirely on praising the risen Lord, Jesus Christ. The central message revolves around celebrating Christ's resurrection, acknowledging His divine power, and offering continuous adoration to Him as Lord and King. The service emphasizes themes of salvation, redemption, and the glory of Christ's victory over death.
25mCFC India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Jul 9, 2020
The sermon analyzes the three parables of the lost—the shepherd, the woman, and the son—from Luke chapter 15. The speaker interprets these parables to illustrate that the Church is the picture of the lost, emphasizing that true righteousness requires constant confession and repentance, like washing a shirt repeatedly. The central message is the joy and necessity of actively seeking out and bringing back the lost sinner.
45mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Dec 31, 2018
This service is a praise and worship gathering that focuses heavily on gratitude for God's blessings, particularly the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The message emphasizes remembering God's goodness, the value of children, and the necessity of taking up the cross to follow Christ. The overall tone is one of worship, reflection, and preparation for the coming year.
1h 5mCFC India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Dec 31, 2012
Jesus taught his disciples that their true joy should not come from the authority over demons, but from the fact that their names are recorded in heaven. The speaker emphasizes that the devil's power is proven throughout scripture, and Jesus's life and death demonstrated that by being fully surrendered to Christ, believers are impervious to the devil's attacks. Therefore, the only preparation for the uncertain future is leading children to total surrender to Christ's authority.
1h 58mCFC Bangalore Live
Ian · Jan 8, 2023
The service included worship, praise, and a dedication service for several children. The speaker prayed for the dedicated children, asking God to guide them to know Jesus Christ, repent, and live lives that bring glory to God. The message emphasized that the church should pray for its children and young people, trusting in God's grace and guidance.
28mCFC India - Zac Poonen
Zac Poonen · Aug 7, 2017
Jesus is presented as our Forerunner, meaning he ran the exact path we must follow in our faith journey. To be a true example, Jesus had to be 100% man, experiencing the same temptations and limitations as us, yet remaining sinless. This humanity is crucial because it allows us to follow his example in overcoming sin and temptation, as demonstrated by his miracle of walking on water.
1h 37mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Feb 7, 2016
The service is characterized by extensive worship, focusing heavily on praising God's majesty, grace, and redemption through Jesus Christ. The hymns repeatedly emphasize the wonderful, sufficient grace of Jesus, the glory due to God, and the act of coming to the Father through Jesus. The overall message is one of profound adoration and recognition of divine favor.
51mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Ajay Chakravarthy · Dec 22, 2025
Jesus is described as both a precious cornerstone and a rock of offense, meaning belief in Him is valuable to some but causes stumbling for others. The sermon emphasizes that those who place their confidence in Jesus will never be disappointed, citing scripture and the Israelites' experience at the Red Sea. Ultimately, the message encourages trusting God's plan, which is greater than what we can imagine, even when facing desperate circumstances.
50mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Olu Talabi · Jun 7, 2021
The central message warns against the danger of comparing oneself to others, as this limits what God can do in one's own life. Instead, the speaker urges believers to constantly ask God two vital questions: 'Who are you, Lord Jesus?' to deepen personal knowledge of Christ, and 'What will you have me do?' to focus on the specific work God has called them to accomplish. True focus must remain on Christ and His calling, not on the achievements of others.
17mRiver of Life Christian Fellowship
Dec 6, 2024
The speaker emphasizes that truly seeing Jesus requires a daily commitment to taking up the cross, meaning choosing God's will over personal desires. He contrasts temporary, spectacular spiritual experiences with the constant, daily discipline of following Christ. The message draws from John 12 and Isaiah 33, urging listeners to remain faithful day after day rather than relying on one-time events.
1h 10mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Mar 25, 2024
The sermon emphasizes rejoicing in the Lord because He is sovereign and reigns over all. It draws heavily on worship music themes, focusing on the exaltation of Jesus Christ as the Lamb who was slain and resurrected. The core message is one of acknowledging God's supreme reign and calling the congregation to praise Him.
1h 40mCFC Bangalore Live
Jul 20, 2025
A Sunday church service from CFC Bangalore featuring congregational worship and songs centered on praising Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. The service emphasizes themes of Christ's redemption, his sacrifice for humanity, and the call to worship God in holiness and humility, with congregants invited to approach God without fear because of His love and acceptance.
1h 40mCFC Bangalore Live
Zac Poonen · Mar 31, 2024
The sermon centers on praising God's greatness, particularly focusing on the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The speaker encourages the congregation to worship God by acknowledging His power, love, and saving grace through the blood of the Lamb. The message concludes by reading Psalm 34, emphasizing that the Lord is a refuge and strength for the righteous.