
Sandeep Poonen
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The Worst Sin
2.2K51:42GEN 3:1PSA 23:1ISA 53:6JHN 15:5GAL 3:1This sermon emphasizes the importance of total dependence on God, likening believers to sheep who need a shepherd. It delves into the concept of the worst sin being independence from God, drawing parallels to Adam and Eve's choice in the Garden of Eden. The speaker highlights the need for faith, not in our own strength, but in God's ability to lead and guide us in all aspects of life, especially in overcoming sin and seeking Him above all else.
Two Really Big Principles: Utter Submission and All Glory to God
2.1K30:27PRO 3:11This sermon emphasizes the importance of being part of a spiritual family within the church, highlighting the concept of submission to God and leaders, the need to give God all the glory, and the significance of radical submission and rebuke as expressions of love. It stresses the value of allowing everyone, regardless of age or experience, to have a voice in the church as part of a loving and disciplined family.
Born Again
1.8K52:29JHN 3:3ROM 5:5ROM 6:4ROM 8:61PE 2:2This sermon emphasizes the importance of being born again, focusing on the need to die to our old ways and be transformed by God's love. It highlights the significance of breathing in the love of God like oxygen, and longing for the pure milk of God's word to grow in our salvation. The speaker draws parallels to Romeo and Juliet, urging listeners to approach God's word with a heart that seeks to discover God's great love and be nourished by His truth.
A Life of Rest
1.8K1:16:45GEN 2:2PSA 27:8JHN 1:14EPH 3:14HEB 4:111PE 2:2This sermon emphasizes the importance of intimate fellowship with God, highlighting the simplicity of spending time with Him, checking in throughout the day, and longing for His presence like a newborn baby longs for milk. The speakers share personal reflections on how to maintain a close relationship with God, comparing it to a long-distance relationship that requires constant communication and involvement in each other's lives.
The Only Thing
1.8K51:28MAT 13:45LUK 9:23LUK 14:33JHN 3:30JHN 16:13ACT 2:38ROM 8:29PHP 3:8JAS 4:4REV 2:4This sermon emphasizes the need to make Jesus the only thing that matters in our lives, not just a great thing or the main thing. It challenges listeners to seek a deep immersion in the Holy Spirit, count the cost of discipleship, and earnestly seek fellowship with those who desire only Jesus. The speaker shares personal reflections on the journey of making Jesus the sole focus amidst the distractions and idols of the world.
Beware of False Prophets
1.8K35:46JER 23:14MAT 7:13LUK 16:132CO 11:132TH 2:92PE 2:2This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing the problem of sin in all individuals, both Christians and non-Christians. It highlights Jesus as the solution to the problem of sin, past, present, and future. The speaker warns against false prophets and false teachers in the church, urging Christians to be vigilant and discerning. The message stresses the need to test all preachers, healers, writers, and singers against the metrics of God's word to identify false prophets and avoid deception.
Faithful on the Outside but Decayed on the Inside
1.6K36:12GEN 13:8RUT 1:11LUK 15:11JHN 21:15ROM 4:17This sermon delves into the parable of the lost son from Luke 15, focusing on the often overlooked character of the older brother. It highlights the dangers of a decaying heart, where external faithfulness masks internal decay, and emphasizes the importance of having the right priorities and showing mercy to others. The sermon draws parallels between the older brother's measuring scale of life equating to wealth and the contrasting spirit of Abraham and Ruth, urging listeners to choose to feed God's sheep and prevent their hearts from decaying.
God Is My Loving Heavenly Father
1.6K34:47ROM 8:15This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing God as our Father in the New Covenant, highlighting the transformation that occurs when we truly understand and live in this relationship. It delves into the significance of surrendering our will to God daily, allowing the Holy Spirit to dwell in our spirits, and the need to overcome our selfish desires by following the example of Jesus. The key message is to blast our self-will, obey God's commands, and live a life of radical obedience to experience the fullness of being children of God.
Donkeys vs Horses - Being a Difference
1.5K59:051CO 12:4This sermon emphasizes the importance of being willing to serve God faithfully, even in seemingly small or humble ways, using the analogy of a donkey versus a horse. It challenges listeners to redefine success in terms of being transformed into the image of Jesus, rather than worldly achievements, and encourages them to discover and utilize their unique gifts for the benefit of the church and God's kingdom.
Standing Pure for God in a Day of Compromise
1.5K51:18ISA 1:16DAN 3:16MAT 6:22LUK 12:35LUK 12:49ROM 5:5This sermon emphasizes the importance of preparing to meet God, focusing on purity, rejecting the seductions of the world, and being willing to stand alone for God. It challenges believers to prioritize holiness, address sinful behaviors, and be ready for the imminent return of Jesus. The message highlights the need to be dressed in readiness, keep lamps alight, and be willing to face rejection from the world for the sake of following Christ.
07 New Wine in New Wineskins - Jesus the Only Thing That Matters
1.5K1:01:23PSA 73:25ISA 29:13JHN 16:13ROM 12:11JN 5:3This sermon emphasizes the importance of making Jesus the sole focus of our lives, above all other desires and distractions. It highlights the journey from considering Jesus a great person to making Him the main priority, ultimately reaching a place where Jesus is everything, the sole passion and focus. The speaker challenges the audience to seek a deep, personal relationship with Jesus, surrendering all other worldly desires and distractions to find true satisfaction and fulfillment in Christ alone.
How to Respond a Visitation From God
1.4K47:08ROM 12:1This sermon focuses on the importance of responding to a visitation from God by changing our way of thinking and fully surrendering our bodies as living sacrifices. It emphasizes the need to guard against three 'strange fires' that can hinder our spiritual growth: materialism, intellectualism/legalism, and emotionalism. The key message is to lay ourselves fully on the altar, change our way of thinking, and allow the Holy Spirit to transform us.
The Holy Spirit
1.4K38:04JHN 14:16ROM 8:16This sermon focuses on the importance of understanding and experiencing the Holy Spirit in our lives. It emphasizes the need to recognize the Holy Spirit as a person who reminds, affirms, helps, and glorifies Jesus in our hearts. The speaker encourages the audience to prioritize Jesus above all else, seek the Holy Spirit's guidance daily, and fight against the lies of the devil by embracing the truth of God's love and grace.
How God Shows Himself as Holy-1
1.4K39:44NUM 20:13MAT 26:392CO 12:9JAS 1:2REV 4:8This sermon delves into the concept of holiness and how God reveals His holiness to us through trials and afflictions. It emphasizes the importance of responding to God's call to holiness as a natural and instinctive reaction to encountering His complete holiness. The sermon also highlights the need to fall on our faces before God, surrendering our weaknesses to Him so His power can be perfected through us. Ultimately, it connects holiness with true worship, where offering ourselves as living sacrifices becomes our spiritual act of worship.
House Hunting
1.4K56:02MAT 21:13JHN 15:5COL 4:21TH 5:17HEB 10:24JAS 5:16This sermon emphasizes the importance of being a house of prayer, highlighting the contrast between being a den of thieves and a place of communion with God. It encourages individuals to creatively find ways to pray consistently for themselves and to help others do the same, fostering a community dedicated to prayer and spiritual growth. The speaker shares personal experiences and challenges listeners to take practical steps towards becoming houses of prayer and bearing fruit for others to consume.
Songs That David Couldn't Sing
1.3K45:38LUK 19:40ROM 8:10EPH 2:1This sermon emphasizes the importance of having a deep, intimate relationship with God, focusing on being engaged to Jesus as the bridegroom. It explores the concept of singing songs that reflect the unique connection between the bride and the bridegroom, highlighting the hunger for Jesus and the need to keep our hearts full of the Holy Spirit. The speaker encourages a life of simplicity and purity in devotion to Jesus, seeking a bridal relationship where we share secrets and burdens with our bridegroom.
The New Covenant Life - Part 4
1.2K52:20MAT 11:28LUK 5:33ROM 4:19EPH 3:17HEB 4:15This sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding the new covenant and living radically by it, allowing it to change lives. It challenges believers to be like Jesus, never sinning, and to have the courage to obey the new agreement implicitly. The speaker highlights the need to fill the 'water pots' of our lives with obedience to God's commands, seeking the life of Jesus, and embracing the new wine in new wineskins, which is the church.
One Final Thought
1.2K41:22HEB 12:6This sermon emphasizes the importance of prayer groups and accountability within a community. It encourages regular prayer partnerships and highlights the need to combat the influence of worldly culture by prioritizing time with God. The speaker urges the audience to focus on becoming more like Jesus, to resist condemnation, and to understand the difference between conviction by the Holy Spirit and condemnation by the devil. The message stresses surrendering all authority to God and finding assurance in His protection and guidance, especially in challenging times.
The Pathway to Perfection
1.2K43:07ROM 5:3HEB 11:6This sermon emphasizes the journey of faith and dependence on God, highlighting the importance of endurance, proven character, and ultimately giving all glory to God. It discusses the process of facing trials, developing perseverance, and offering up our lives as a fragrant offering to God. The goal is not just moral character but to reflect Christ and His love, understanding that hope in God's love never disappoints.
The Path Ahead of Us
1.2K59:47ROM 5:3HEB 11:6JAS 1:21JN 3:2This sermon emphasizes the importance of having a pure testimony and the need to start with a pure testimony in order to preserve it. It delves into the process of growing in purity, maintaining zeal for a pure testimony, and making Jesus more attractive than sin. The key point is to define the goal accurately, focusing on becoming like Jesus, and not getting sidetracked by other worldly goals. The sermon also highlights the role of faith, endurance, and proven character in the journey towards presenting a pleasing offering to Jesus.
The New Covenant Life - Part 3
1.1K26:18ROM 3:23This sermon delves into the profound truths of the New Covenant, emphasizing the call for believers to reflect the purity of Jesus' character and the significance of being justified by faith. It explores the concepts of propitiation, being made righteous just as if one has always obeyed, and the essential need for humility in the Christian walk. The message underscores the foundational starting point of embracing God's grace and justification to run the race of becoming more like Jesus, free from sin and filled with His righteousness.
The Word of Your Testimony
1.0K47:44ROM 8:28REV 12:10This sermon emphasizes the struggle to stay faithful and committed to the Christian journey, highlighting the battle against accusations and hindrances. It explores overcoming through the blood of the lamb, the word of testimony, and not loving one's life even unto death. The speaker delves into addressing accusations from the devil, sinful desires, attractions of the world, past sins, and more, emphasizing the need to combat these lies in the mind with the truth of God's love and justification.
Your Final Answer
99749:45MAT 11:28MAT 22:37MRK 12:301TH 5:16JAS 5:16This sermon emphasizes the importance of demonstrating genuine love for God as the ultimate proof of faith, highlighting the need to prioritize loving God above all else, addressing struggles with issues like lusting, and seeking accountability and spiritual check-ups to maintain a strong relationship with God. The speaker stresses that answering the question of loving God with everything one has is crucial in overcoming various temptations and challenges, ultimately leading to a life free from backsliding and doubts about one's faith.
Keep Your Devotion to Jesus
94020:04GEN 3:9MAT 25:1ACT 2:422CO 11:3EPH 4:3PHP 2:11JN 1:31JN 1:7This sermon emphasizes the importance of true fellowship with God and warns against the dangers of stopping short of genuine fellowship by mistaking it for mere friendship or community. It stresses the need for a deep, personal devotion to Jesus above all else, highlighting that fellowship with one another is rooted in individual fellowship with God. The speaker cautions against losing sight of this core relationship with Jesus amidst the activities and responsibilities within the church, emphasizing the priority of knowing and drawing closer to God.
Three New Names
90839:48ROM 8:152CO 11:3PHP 2:9REV 3:10This sermon emphasizes the importance of being part of the body of Christ and the need for unity among believers to effectively combat the enemy. It highlights the necessity of rejecting worldly ties, including family, culture, and self-identity, in order to embrace a new name associated with God's love and devotion to Jesus. The focus is on developing a deep, personal relationship with Jesus that transcends theological knowledge and leads to a life marked by love and unwavering commitment.