
Crazy Love Podcast Staying Anchored in Suffering | Francis Chan
Nov 10, 2025
Francis Chan discusses the Church as a family where everyone shares their gifts and stories. He emphasizes the importance of honesty and humility in fostering community. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 1 and Job, he illustrates how God’s comfort in suffering equips us to help others. He critiques the prosperity gospel, asserting that suffering is a vital theme in faith. Chan reminds us that even in affliction, God’s purpose and glory can shine through, urging listeners to trust and let go of false securities.
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Real Stories Build True Community
- Francis Chan describes a church where everyone shares gifts and brokenness openly, not just leaders performing.
- He recounts testimonies and a high-school revival moment where confession led to communal healing.
Comfort Others With Your Story
- Use your suffering as a way to comfort others with the same comfort God gave you.
- Share honest testimonies to help people in similar afflictions find hope.
Suffering Is Expected, Not A Failure
- Francis Chan rejects the prosperity gospel and emphasizes that suffering is part of the Christian life.
- He reminds listeners that Scripture promises final healing, not exemption from pain now.








