Crazy Love Podcast Returning to Reverence | Francis Chan
Sep 8, 2025
Discover the challenge to rethink worship and prayer through a fresh lens. The discussion emphasizes approaching God with humility and reverence, as highlighted in Hebrews 12. Experience the awe-inspiring duality of God: both approachable yet majestic. Explore how genuine reverence enhances prayer's impact, illustrating Jesus’ respect for the Father. This conversation is a thought-provoking journey toward reshaping your relationship with the living God.
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Prioritize Spirit-Led Speaking
- Wait for God's voice before speaking rather than relying on your own initiative or entertainment strategies.
- Ask God to remove your arrogance and let the Spirit, not your flesh, drive your words and preaching.
Confession About Preaching From Flesh
- Francis confesses many past sermons came from his own initiative rather than waiting on God.
- He wishes to preach only what the Father tells him, like Jesus, even if it means silence until God speaks.
Taught To Entertain, Yearning For Simplicity
- He recounts being taught to use stories, jokes, and strategies to get attention while preaching.
- Francis contrasts that method with Paul's simplicity and Jesus' approach, which rely on God's power rather than performance.