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Have you ever tried fixing a problem in your life only to find that what you’ve been doing is the exact opposite of what was needed? Sometimes we do the same thing in our walk with God. In this week’s episode, Francis Chan reminds us that it’s not about fixing ourselves; it’s about fixing our eyes on Him—the Author and Perfecter of our faith—who invites us into a rest so profound, it changes everything.
When you read through scripture, it’s clear to see that the people of God are called to live differently than the rest of the world. But sometimes that’s easier said than done. In this week’s teaching, Francis Chan shares openly about how the Lord has been dealing with him regarding the Sabbath and helps us understand this wonderful gift of both rest and worship.
As Christians, it’s easy to sap[;ly that we believe the truths of the Bible. But how easily does God’s truth influence our actions? In this weeks episode, Francis Chan walks us through James chapter 1, and gives us time to come before the Lord, check our hearts, and make sure we aren’t just hearers of the Word, but also doers.
If you took a step back from your life, would you say that you’re truly seeking God's presence, or are you settling for less? In this week’s episode, Francis Chan challenges us to turn away from the things that steal our focus and simply be known as a people who hunger and thirst for the glory of God.
We all go through times when it’s a struggle to connect in our relationship with God. And often, we think that adding our own ideas or cleverness will fix the problem. In this week's episode, Francis Chan helps us discover the unique love Jesus offers and how simply prioritizing His Word and presence can change your life.
Imagine a reality where communion and God's Word actually transform your experience of worship. In this week’s episode, Francis Chan explores the sacredness of communion and the unmatched power of Scripture while sharing his personal journey towards a deeper reverence for God's Word.
Have you ever thought about how your lifestyle can reflect your values? Today, in part 2 of last week’s message, Francis and Lisa Chan share what the Scriptures teach on marriage and purity, stressing the importance of living a life that honors God. They also reminded us of the power of repentance, the promise of forgiveness, and a fresh start.
What would you consider the most effective way to transform your marriage? In this week’s episode, Francis and Lisa Chan walk us through their experiences as a married couple and as parents. They help unravel the secret to both a fulfilling marriage and joyful parenting by pointing us to the only place that matters, the heart of Christ.
Have you ever considered how a single moment of faith can shape decades of your spiritual journey? This week, in Part 2 of last week’s message, Francis Chan explores his journey of prayer and enduring faith while reminding us of the profound impact of realizing you are deeply loved by God.
Have you ever considered the immense power and grace of God in your life? In this week’s episode Francis Chan delves into the transformative experiences of sharing faith in the humblest places, from Myanmar's huts to the depths of personal prayer. He helps us discover the delicate balance between the awe of God's holiness and the assurance of His love.
Do you truly experience the fullness of God in every aspect of your life? Or do you just know about Him? In this classic sermon, Francis Chan takes us through Ephesians 3:14-19, revealing how the Holy Spirit's power is not just for doing tasks for God, but more importantly, for deepening our knowledge and connection with Christ. “For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.” (Ephesians 3:14–19)
If you were to assess your faith right now, where would you say you are when set against the backdrop of Scripture. In this thought-provoking sermon, Francis Chan delves into Revelation 3:15-18, confronting the lukewarm faith that’s prevalent in the church today. He challenges us to ignite our spiritual passion and align our lives with the truth of God’s Word. “‘I know your works: you are neither cold nor hot. Would that you were either cold or hot! So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth. For you say, I am rich, I have prospered, and I need nothing, not realizing that you are wretched, pitiable, poor, blind, and naked. I counsel you to buy from me gold refined by fire, so that you may be rich, and white garments so that you may clothe yourself and the shame of your nakedness may not be seen, and salve to anoint your eyes, so that you may see.” (Revelation 3:15-18)
Imagine a life where your most selfless acts are done in private, not for public acclaim but for genuine service. In this week’s message, Francis Chan encourages us to embrace the profound impact of quiet, unseen kindness, setting a powerful example of humility and true discipleship.
“Things don’t make sense as believers if we’re not suffering.” In this classic message, Francis Chan exhorts all of us to see suffering the way that Scripture portrays it: a means of fellowship with Jesus like no other. Listen to full sermon “Share in His Suffering” on the Crazylove Podcast: https://www.crazylove.org/podcast
We will never know how selfish we really are until God shines His light into our hearts. In this classic message, Francis Chan calls us to take our eyes off of ourselves to worship God, and shows us the wonder of His light entering the world through Jesus’ birth.
How much confidence do you have that God hears and will answer your prayers? In today’s episode, Francis concludes this classic message by calling us to a life of faith and believing that abiding in God is all that we need.
Knowing God through His Word is vitally important, but how well do you know Him through the prayers He’s answered in your life? In this first part of a classic message, Francis Chan testifies to the incredible ways He has come to know God’s love more deeply through the gift of answered prayer.
When people look at you, do they envy the joy you have in Jesus? In this classic message, Francis Chan pulls out the riches of God’s life-giving commands in Philippians 4 and what it looks like to walk in the joy of the Lord.
When you look at heroes of the faith, do you ever think there’s no way you could ever be like them? Or look at those who’ve fallen away and think you’ve got no chance of making it? In today’s episode, Francis Chan takes all of our excuses to task and exhorts us to fix our eyes on our ultimate example in Jesus.
In a time when so many prominent Christian leaders have fallen into sin, it’s crucial that our faith not rest on a human leader, but in knowing God for ourselves. In today's episode, Francis Chan guides us through how to respond when we hear about moral failure in the church and how to prepare ourselves for the day when we will stand alone before God.
In these times of chaos and darkness, it's easy for our minds to get as full of turmoil and negativity as the world around us. In today's episode, Francis Chan exhorts us to put away the problems and excuses that clutter our thoughts and reminds us to practice self-control and dwell on the things of God instead.
When the chaos of the world begins to feel overwhelming, it's easy to get distracted by the drama of it all. We can get so caught up in the physical realm that we forget that our battle is not with flesh and blood. In today’s episode, Francis Chan reminds us of the reality of this spiritual warfare and encourages the Church to remain in unity in light of the Gospel.
In todays episode Francis Chan talks about the newest video release from Crazy Love called “The Israel Project.” He's joined by Rob Zabala and Sean Brakey to discuss the heart behind the film and his hope that the church understands the wider narrative that God has been writing throughout history. Watch “The Israel Project” at crazylove.org/israelproject http://crazylove.org/israelproject.
Has it ever sunk in for you that apart from Jesus, you were an enemy of God? In today’s episode, Francis Chan walks us through the first few chapters of Romans and unpacks the riches of our reconciliation and hope in Christ.
In our culture of independence and doing things our way, we don’t like to be reminded how helpless we really are on our own. In today’s message, Francis Chan calls us to fully embrace the reality of our total dependence on God and our deep interdependence on the Body of Christ.
Have you ever pondered how the Church can maintain its distinctiveness amidst a divided world? In this week’s episode, Francis Chan explores how God's people find unity, adopt the mind of Christ, forsake worldly security, and walk in unwavering faith.
Do you ever get insecure over the things others can do that you’re just no good at? In this classic message, Francis unpacks a passage that changed his life and exhorts us to internalize a weighty truth: Before God even made you, He knew exactly what He would make you for.
Do you ever read the Book of Acts and get frustrated at not seeing the same realities in the church today? In today's message, Francis Chan encourages and exhorts the church to believe that it’s possible for us to see what the Church in Acts saw as we devote ourselves to what they did.
It is a difficult time to be a leader in the church. In today’s episode, Francis Chan discusses what it means to lead well in the church: what Scripture says about spiritual leadership, leading in an anti-authority culture, and one of the most important lessons God has taught Francis in all his years of leadership.
Do you ever read stories of judgment in the Bible and feel like God is overreacting? In today's message, Francis Chan helps us grasp the concept of sacredness in Scripture and applies it to our everyday lives in a surprising, convicting way.
